About us.
Fieldfare Psychology is led by Dr Joe White, an educational psychologist based in Cheshire and working across the North West and surrounding areas, alongside a team of assistant educational psychologists.
Dr Joe White
Dr Joe White is an educational psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council, and holds chartered status with the British Psychological Society.
Before qualifying as an educational psychologist, Joe worked as a teacher in a large, three-form entry primary school in Greater Manchester.
Qualifications
- Doctorate in Educational and Child Psychology, The University of Manchester (2019-2022).
- Master of Science (MSc) in Psychology, with distinction, Manchester Metropolitan University (2017-2018).
- Postgraduate Certificate of Education (PGCE) in Primary Education, The University of Manchester (2014-2015).
- BA (Hons) in English Literature, first class, The University of Manchester (2009-2012).
Joe also has a special interest in neurodiversity and has trained in the administration of both the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition (ADOS-2) and the Autism Diagnostic Interview - Revised (ADI-R). In his capacity as an educational psychologist with a specialism in neurodevelopmental assessment, he works on two diagnostic pathways.
In addition, Joe is also trained to administer AIM3 assessments and has undertaken training in Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (Level 1).
Away from work, Joe spends time with his family, including his son, and socialising with his friends.
Emma Codington
Emma Codington is an assistant educational psychologist who holds the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society.
Emma previously worked as an agency teaching assistant in special educational needs (SEN) schools, alongside completing her master’s degree. Emma also works as a clinical assistant for a local autism charity.
Qualifications
- Master of Science (MSc) in Applied Child Psychology, with distinction, Keele University (2024-2026).
- BSc (Hons) in Psychology with Human Biology, first class, Keele University (2021-2024).
Emma has a particular passion for working with children, and a special interest in neurodiversity and mental health within education settings. She has an understanding of, and experience in working with, the autism diagnostic criteria, as well as experience of working with individuals with learning disabilities and ADHD.
Away from work, Emma enjoys socialising with her friends, walking and watching a wide range of films.
Sophie Pettigrew-Stoll
Sophie Pettigrew-Stoll is an assistant educational psychologist and holds the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society.
Sophie has worked in this capacity for three years; before this, she worked as a primary teacher for fifteen years.
Qualifications
- Master of Education (MEd) in Psychology of Education, with distinction, The University of Manchester (2021-2023).
- Postgraduate Certificate of Education (PGCE) in Primary Education, The University of Manchester (2008-2009).
- BA (Hons) in English and Philosophy, The University of Manchester (2000-2003).
Alongside her work in education, Sophie has qualified as a group exercise instructor, and enjoys delivering fitness classes to adults.