Think Beyond Psychological Services
We look at the whole person - their strengths, experiences and context - to make sense of challenges and support meaningful change.
Evidence-based assessment and therapy for children, young people and adults. Compassionate, person-centred care grounded in clinical psychology.
At Think Beyond, we don't just look at symptoms - we look at the person .
We consider your strengths, your story, your environment and your current experiences to understand why challenges are showing up and how to support meaningful, sustainable change.
Our aim is to help you feel understood and more in control of your wellbeing and your future.
Welcome to Think Beyond
Think Beyond is a psychological service based in Stirling, led by Dr Alexis Chalmers, Clinical Psychologist, offering compassionate, evidence-based assessment and therapy for children, young people and adults.
We support individuals and families who are seeking clarity, understanding and a safe space to explore their experiences.
Whether you are looking for help with mental health, learning needs, neurodevelopment, or life challenges, we take time to understand the bigger picture - who you are, what you've lived through, and what will genuinely help you move forward.
HCPC Registered
Health & Care Professions Council
NHS CAMHS Background
Senior NHS experience across Scotland
DClinPsych Trained Team
Doctoral-level Clinical Psychology
Structured psychological support across therapy, assessment and neurodevelopmental understanding.
We provide psychological therapy for children, young people and adults experiencing a wide range of emotional and mental health difficulties. Our work is compassionate, evidence-based and tailored to each person's unique formulation.
Our psychologists are CBT trained with additional specialist training across a range of evidence based approaches, including Trauma Focused CBT (TFCBT) and EMDR. This enables us to offer traumafocused intervention when appropriate, alongside a broader range of therapeutic modalities to support emotional, behavioural and mental health needs.
Therapy is available online and in clinic. We also offer adapted therapy for neurodivergent individuals, ensuring communication style, sensory needs, pacing and cognitive preferences are fully considered.
Comprehensive assessments to help individuals and families gain clarity, understanding and direction. Our assessments are thorough, strengths-focused and designed to provide meaningful recommendations that support wellbeing at home, school or work.
Assessments can be completed in clinic or online, depending on the nature of the assessment and individual needs.
Mental health assessments
Understanding emotional wellbeing, presenting concerns and the wider context influencing them.
Emotional, behavioural and developmental assessments
Exploring emotional regulation, behaviour, attachment-related concerns and developmental needs.
Neurodevelopmental assessments
Including autism, ADHD and broader cognitive profiling to understand learning style, processing strengths and executive functioning.
Cognitive assessments
Providing a detailed profile of cognitive strengths and challenges, learning needs and overall intellectual functioning.
School-based assessments
Including learning profiles, recommendations for support, and guidance around school avoidance or attendance difficulties.
Specialist support for autism, ADHD and other neurodivergent profiles across the lifespan. We work with individuals and families to understand their neurodevelopmental profile and build confidence and self-understanding.
We also collaborate closely with Neurodevelopmental Assessment Stirling to ensure access to the most appropriate assessment pathway: neurodevelopmentalassessmentstirling.com
We collaborate with schools to support children and young people experiencing a range of challenges. We provide clear, practical support plans and profiles to help educators implement effective, compassionate strategies.
Transparent pricing for assessment and therapeutic support.
£200 · 90 minutes
A comprehensive appointment for new clients, including a detailed discussion, psychological formulation and a written summary with tailored strategies and resources.
£130 · 60 minutes
Delivered by a Clinical Psychologist, focusing on therapeutic intervention, review of strategies and ongoing support.
£130 · 60 minutes
Attendance at school, workplace or multi-agency meetings can be arranged where appropriate.
This fee includes preparation, meeting attendance and any required follow-up communication.
Reports and letters can be provided on request. Fees vary depending on the level of detail and the purpose of the document.
Fees will be discussed in advance and tailored to individual requirements.
We request that all payments are made a minimum of 48 hours in advance of appointments and prior to receiving any reports or written documentation.
Payment is made by bank transfer; full details will be provided at the time of booking. If preferred, card payments can be arranged on request - please note these incur a 2% processing fee.
Our Team
Experienced Clinical Psychologists offering thoughtful, evidence-based support across assessment, therapy and neurodevelopmental understanding.
Lead Clinical Psychologist
Dr Alexis Chalmers is the Lead Clinical Psychologist at Think Beyond and an HCPC-registered practitioner with extensive experience supporting children, young people and adults.
She completed her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the University of Edinburgh and has been practising since 2009.
Alexis worked as a Senior Clinical Psychologist within CAMHS across NHS Scotland until 2022 before moving into private practice.
She has specialist expertise in autism, ADHD and neurodivergent profiles across the lifespan, with a strong interest in neuropsychological formulation and understanding how cognitive, sensory and emotional factors shape everyday experience.
Her therapeutic work draws on evidence-based approaches including CBT, trauma-focused models and systemic, trauma-informed practice.
Qualifications
Postdoctoral Training
Clinical Psychologist
Bronagh Weir is a Clinical Psychologist registered with the HCPC with extensive experience working with children, young people and adults.
She has specialist expertise in assessing and diagnosing Autism, ADHD and Intellectual Disability.
Bronagh also works with a wide range of complex mental health presentations, including trauma, anxiety, depression and eating disorders.
Alongside private practice, Bronagh is a Lead Clinical Psychologist within an NHS CAMHS Tier 3 psychological therapies team.
She values a flexible, person-centred approach tailored to each individual’s strengths, needs and learning style.
Qualifications
Postdoctoral Training
Clinical Associate in Applied Psychology
Ailsa is a Clinical Associate Psychologist registered with the British Psychological Society.
She works with children, young people and families, drawing on CBT, systemic approaches and parenting interventions to improve relationships and meet goals.
Ailsa has experience working with mood and relationship difficulties, eating disorders, OCD, phobias and behavioural concerns.
She has extensive experience adapting therapy to meet the needs of young people with autism and ADHD, and their families.
Qualifications
Additional Training
Business Support Lead
Ashleigh is an experienced administrative professional who supports the day-to-day operations of the clinic.
With a strong background in healthcare administration, she ensures smooth scheduling, clear communication and efficient coordination across the service - all while maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality.
Ashleigh is often the first point of contact for new clients and plays a key role in helping people feel supported and informed from the very beginning of their journey with us. Her calm, friendly presence helps clients navigate practical steps such as registration, consent and arranging suitable appointments.
Alongside her administrative role, Ashleigh is also a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and Couples Counsellor, running her own private practice on a part-time basis. This clinical background gives her a deep understanding of the therapeutic process and the importance of creating a safe, welcoming and well-organised experience for every client.
Qualifications
Ashleigh Geechan, our Business Support Lead, will help you get registered, complete consent forms and arrange a suitable appointment time.
You are welcome to contact Alexis before, during or after booking if you have questions about the process or would like to discuss what type of support might be most helpful.
We aim to make every session as relaxed as possible. Let us know in advance about anything that would help - sensory preferences, communication needs, pacing, or anything else that matters to you.
After your initial session, you will receive a written summary including a formulation, plan and tailored recommendations.
After each ongoing session, we can also provide a brief written summary and any relevant resources if this would be helpful.
Testimonials
Alexis is very well informed, incredibly patient and compassionate. I can honestly say I've never felt as understood or valued as I have working with her over the years. Her calm, comforting approach put me at ease, and I always felt heard and supported.
Alexis helped me come to terms with my diagnosis and understand how it has affected me throughout my life. Her guidance helped me gain understanding and, most importantly, develop compassion for myself to begin rebuilding my life through a new lens.
What always stood out to me is her ability to help me see beyond my diagnosis and reframe how I viewed myself. Her support helped me understand my brain and work with my neurodivergence, not against it. I feel genuinely lucky to have experienced her support.
Client
Neurodevelopmental assessment & therapy
Alexis is very flexible in her approach, and I feel like an equal partner in the process. While she offers suggestions and guidance, it is always adjusted to my individual situation and goals.
Her approachability puts me at ease in sessions, especially when difficult topics come up, and Alexis gives space to process developments while offering support.
Alexis' assessment and explanations are very helpful to understand how my own experience connects to general concepts while still being unique to my situation and concerns.
She is very good at giving me the time I need to feel comfortable with new ideas and perspectives, which has allowed me to work out sustainable improvements to my quality of life.
Client
Psychological assessment
All testimonials are shared with permission. Names are withheld to protect client confidentiality.
If you'd like to ask a question or arrange an appointment, you're very welcome to get in touch. We'll get back to you as soon as we can.
20 Melville Terrace, Stirling, FK8 2NQ
Same location as Neurodevelopmental Assessment Stirling
Some parking directly outside, with additional on-street parking on the adjacent terrace.
Enter through the main front door. The clinic is at the rear of the hall and down the stairs. The waiting room is on the left and your clinician will come through at your appointment time.
