Workplace Needs Assessment for 16+
A Workplace Needs Assessment explores how a person’s needs affect their ability to access, sustain and thrive in work or study environments.
Rather than focusing purely on performance, the assessment looks at functional impact - how workplace environments, expectations and cognitive demands interact with a person’s needs.
What is a Workplace Needs Assessment?
Workplace Needs Assessment at Lycali
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At Lycali, assessment and advocacy work together to ensure people are understood, supported and able to access the adjustments they need to thrive.
Sometimes people know something is not working in their life, but it can be difficult to clearly identify what the challenges are, why they are happening, and what support might help.
Lycali’s Workplace Needs Assessments provide a structured way to explore how a person’s needs affect their everyday functioning, work and overall wellbeing.
These assessments focus on real-life impact, rather than diagnosis alone. They explore how factors such as neurodivergence, stress, environment, sensory demands and executive functioning interact with everyday responsibilities.
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This assessment may help support:
reasonable adjustments in the workplace
Access to Work applications
occupational health discussions
conversations with employers or HR
sustainable employment planning
It can be helpful for individuals who are:
struggling in their current role
returning to work after burnout
newly diagnosed and unsure how work may be affected
considering changes to their role or working environment
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A specialist assessment helps to:
identify what the needs actually are
explain why difficulties occur
link diagnosis to real-life impact
provide professional, structured documentation
This means advocacy becomes evidence-led, not just voice-led.
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executive functioning (organisation, time management, task initiation)
sensory impact of the workplace environment
cognitive and emotional workload
communication expectations
masking and fatigue cycles
stress triggers and burnout risk
work environment fit
factors that support effective working
Support is provided by an experienced professional.
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A Workplace Functional Needs Assessment Report
Clear explanation of how needs impact work
Practical recommendations for reasonable adjustments
A professional summary suitable for employers or services
Optional advocacy support to help communicate findings
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If you feel overwhelmed by daily life, a Life Functioning Skills Assessment may be a good starting point.
If your main difficulty relates to work, a Workplace Needs Assessment may be more appropriate.
If challenges affect many areas of daily life, a Home & Daily Living Functional Needs Assessment may be helpful. -
A Functional Needs Assessment may be helpful if you feel something isn’t working in your daily life or work but are unsure why. The assessment helps identify how your needs affect everyday functioning and what support may help.
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No. Many people seek assessments to better understand their needs, whether or not they have a formal diagnosis.
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The assessment involves a structured conversation exploring areas such as routines, organisation, stress, environment, and daily responsibilities. The outcome is a written report outlining strengths, challenges and practical recommendations.
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Following the assessment you will receive a report with recommendations. Some people use this information for personal understanding, while others may use it to support conversations with employers, services, or professionals.
FAQ’s
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The fees are an accurate guide, but can vary depending on the service required. Please contact us for an individualised quotation.
*When applicable, we can provide means-tested discounts. If you're experiencing financial difficulties, please inform us, and we'll assess whether we can assist in covering part of the service expenses.
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We accept payments via BACS Transfer.
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We accept credit and debit card payments via Stripe for your convenience.
Please note that card payments are subject to a 2.99% processing fee, which will be added to the invoice total to cover transaction costs.
All payments are processed securely through Stripe, a trusted global payment provider.
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For assessment services, we offer the option to pay in two instalments. The total fee can be split into two payments of 50%:
50% is payable at the time of booking to secure your assessment appointment.
The remaining 50% is due upon completion of the assessment, prior to the release of the final report.
There is no additional fee if paying via BACS.
Please note that any applicable card or Buy Now, Pay Later processing fees will be added if these payment methods are used.
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If your assessment or therapy expenses are set to be covered by your private medical insurance, kindly provide us with your insurer details for seamless payment coordination between you and your insurance provider. Our affiliation encompasses registration with Aviva, AXA, BUPA and Vitality Health, facilitating a streamlined process for your convenience.
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We are pleased to offer flexible payment options to make accessing our services easier. Clients can choose to pay via Klarna or PayPal “Buy Now, Pay Later”, subject to approval by the payment provider.
Please note that payments made using Klarna or PayPal Pay Later will incur an additional 4.99% processing fee, which will be added to the invoice total to cover transaction costs.
Availability of these payment options is subject to eligibility and approval by Klarna or PayPal, and we are unable to influence or guarantee approval decisions.
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"Lycali provided a thorough and compassionate autism assessment. Everything was explained clearly, and I finally feel understood. I wish I’d done this sooner."
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"I’ve worked with other services before, but Lycali stands out for their professionalism and empathy. My therapist helped me navigate some really difficult times with sensitivity and skill."
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I just wanted to say thank you to Dr Isobel Robb and Stephanie for making the assessment comfortable for both me and my parents to conduct. It was very thorough and the outcome will definitely help me in my future. I'm really thankful for receiving the results so quickly
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“Thank you so much for all your help, support and care. You have explained everything we needed and thank you for saying I can get in touch if we need any more help.”
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“You were very patient with our son and always gave us ideas so that we could support him between therapy sessions. Thank you so much!”
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“After our daughter's Speech and language assessment, you offered great feedback and your report was very detailed. This was a huge help towards the EHCP process.”
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"My daughter’s speech has improved so much in just a few months. Our speech therapist at Lycali was kind, engaging, and always kept us involved with providing follow up activities. I highly recommend them."
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“Heidi was very engaging and really listened to the needs of my son. She explained her methods and gave us tips to try at home. We are really pleased with the service.”
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“The calls have helped me to find more space and given me a safe space to discuss and release emotions. Tim's nature and communication is comforting and supportive, he adds thoughts and questions which offer space to analyse and to help growth.”
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"Heidi was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable. She gave our son room to explore and enjoyable targets".
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"Heidi was very patient with my child and has made him confident to use his voice"
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"I can’t thank you enough for your help and support with my son. I will most certainly be coming back to your services again for an autism assessment".
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"The ADHD assessment process was seamless, evidence-based, and respectful. I felt listened to throughout, and the diagnosis has helped me finally understand myself."
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Everything has been amazing so thanks to you, Isobel and Stephanie. You have made things really easy with clear and quick communication and they really created a safe environment instantly.
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Thank you so much. It was a pleasure working with your staff. They were really kind and helpful and made the process easier for both me and Matilda.
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"We had a brilliant experience with Lycali. The assessment process was clear, kind, and professional from start to finish. My son felt at ease, and we finally have a clear plan for supporting his needs."
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"I was nervous about starting therapy, but the team at Lycali made me feel heard and respected from day one. Their care was outstanding, and the progress I’ve made is life-changing."
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