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MEET THE TEAM

Our team combines expertise in educational and clinical psychology, bringing together different perspectives to develop a fuller understanding of how children learn, develop and experience the world. Dr Alicia Chodkiewicz and Dr Rebecca Di Somma work closely with families and schools to understand each child's strengths and needs, and identify the support that will help them thrive.

Dr. Alicia Chodkiewicz

​I help children and young people understand how they learn, build confidence and find practical ways forward. My approach brings together assessment, everyday experiences and collaboration with parents and teachers.

MY AIM

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Doctorate of Philosophy — Exeter University, UK

  • Masters of Educational & Developmental Psychology — Monash University, Australia

  • Bachelor of Psychology — University of Sydney, Australia

Dr Alicia Chodkiewicz

Want to learn more about Alicia Experience, professional background and publications WORK IN SWITZERLAND Since moving to Switzerland in 2014 I have worked as an educational psychologist and learning support specialist with both the Foundations for Learning in Zurich and the Center for Developmental and Personality Psychology (ZEPP) at the University of Basel. Through these roles, I have worked closely with a number of local and international schools across Switzerland.  This work includes:  Screening assessments Diagnostic assessments Applications for examination accommodations Individual learning support (mathematics, reading & spelling, written expression) Counseling and group programs with children and adolescents Teacher and parent workshops BACKGROUND I'm an educational psychologist from Australia. Prior to becoming an educational psychologist, I worked directly with children and adolescents in various capacities, including educator (teaching English as a second language, piano, literacy & mathematics) to individuals and groups   teaching assistant in mainstream and special needs schools ABA therapist with children on the Autism Spectrum  My academic research has focused on how to best support children and adolescents develop a positive approach to learning.  As part of this research I created a program and wrote a book titled: Believing You Can is the first step to Achieving. It is a resource for psychologists and teachers to promote positive thinking styles and learning. MEMBERSHIPS Swiss National Psychology Board (Psychologieberufekommission), Bern Federation of Swiss Psychologists (FSP), Bern Swiss Federation for Child and Youth Psychology (SKJP), Solothurn International Testing Psychologists in Switzerland PUBLICATIONS Believing you can is the first step to achieving [Book] by Chodkiewicz A. R. & Boyle C. (2015) Positive psychology school-based interventions: A reflection on current success and future directions [Article] by Chodkiewicz A. R. & Boyle C. (2017) Promoting  positive learning in Australian students aged 10-12 years using attribution retraining and cognitive behavioural therapy [Article] by Chodkiewicz A. R. & Boyle C. (2016) Exploring the contribution of attribution retraining to student perceptions and the learning process [Article] by Chodkiewicz A. R. & Boyle C. (2014)

Dr. Rebecca Di Somma

MY AIM

I support children, young people, adults and families to understand their strengths and needs, and feel more confident about the next steps.

My approach is compassionate, neuroaffirmative and grounded in evidence-based practice. I work collaboratively with families, schools and other professionals to turn assessment findings into practical, meaningful recommendations.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Doctorate of Clinical Psychology — University of Hull, UK

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology — University of York, UK

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Want to learn more about Rebecca WORK IN SWITZERLAND Since moving to Switzerland in 2024, I have continued my work in diagnostic assessment and psychological support for individuals across the lifespan. This includes: Comprehensive cognitive, academic, attention,  and neurodevelopmental assessments Teacher and parent workshops BACKGROUND I am a Clinical Psychologist trained in the UK. My work is grounded in evidence-based practice and informed by a neuroaffirmative, compassionate approach. Before moving to Switzerland, I worked with individuals across the lifespan in the following areas: Diagnostic neurodevelopmental assessments Post-diagnostic support for children, adolescents, adults, families, and schools Psychological therapy for a range of emotional and mental health difficulties MEMBERSHIPS The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), UK Federation of Swiss Psychologists (FSP), Bern International Testing Psychologists in Switzerland

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