About Me
ABOUT DR Tanya Banfield
Chartered Psychologist & British Psychological Society-trained Expert Witness
Know ABOUT ME
ABOUT DR Tanya Banfield
Chartered Psychologist & British Psychological Society-trained Expert Witness
Beyond the Question was founded by Dr Tanya Banfield, a Chartered Psychologist and British Psychological Society-trained Expert Witness. Tanya provides expert witness reports, assessments, coaching, and consultancy focused on neurodiversity, inclusion, and wellbeing.
With over 20 years’ experience in neurodiversity and cognitive differences, Tanya works across criminal justice, regulatory, and workplace settings, supporting neurodivergent individuals and the organisations that serve them. Her background includes work with the NHS, Police, and the prison service, including HMP Dartmoor and HMP Portland.
As a neurodivergent individual with formal diagnoses of ADHD and Autism, Tanya brings both professional expertise and personal insight to her work. Her approach combines forensic precision with empathy, helping individuals and teams navigate stress, emotional regulation, and workplace inclusion challenges.
Her Doctorate in Health focused on neuro-inclusion and the development of effective interventions that empower neurodivergent adults. Tanya continues to develop evidence-based strategies that support resilience, wellbeing, and fair representation within the legal and workplace systems.
Through Beyond the Question, Tanya collaborates with organisations to promote neuro-inclusion, raise awareness, and challenge unconscious bias. Her work is guided by a simple principle:
My guiding mantra in every case and conversation is simple — Do no harm.
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Expert Witness – Litigation & Regulatory
Dr Tanya Banfield is a Chartered Psychologist and British Psychological Society-trained Expert Witness, specialising in forensic psychological assessments and reports for criminal justice and regulatory cases. She accepts both private and Legal Aid instructions.
Research & Awareness
Dr Tanya Banfield contributes to research and presents internationally on topics including Clean Language, Transactional Analysis, and Neurodiversity. Her work promotes evidence-based understanding and awareness of neuro-inclusion.
Coaching & Psychotherapy
If you are neurodivergent, having the right coach or therapist to support your needs is crucial. Tanya offers coaching and psychotherapy that focus on understanding, resilience, and long-term wellbeing.
Neurodiversity – Workplace Assessments
Beyond the Question provides Workplace Needs Assessments for neurodivergent individuals and employers, helping to identify practical adjustments that foster inclusion and wellbeing.
Neurodiversity – Awareness Training
Bespoke neurodiversity awareness training tailored to your audience or organisation’s needs, designed to improve understanding, empathy, and inclusive practice.
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