Growing Images is the private practice of Dr. Bedford, PhD, HSP.

Licensed Psychologist | PSYPACT Provider

Dr. Winifred Bedford is a Licensed Psychologist and Health Service Provider (HSP) who views psychological assessment through a holistic, brain-based lens. Rather than seeing a diagnosis in isolation, she focuses on the Brain-Mind-Body alignment, integrating clinical data with a deep appreciation for the spiritual and cultural complexities of the human experience.

Specialized Evaluations Across the Lifespan
While her clinical heart is rooted in the neurodevelopmental years (supporting children, adolescents, and young adults) Dr. Bedford provides expert evaluations across the lifespan. Her work focuses on identifying the unique "cognitive signature" of individuals navigating:

  • Neurodevelopmental Differences: ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and Intellectual/Learning Disabilities.

  • Life Transitions: Vocational rehabilitation and career-focused assessments for young adults.

  • Neurocognitive Health: Screenings for older adults experiencing changes in cognitive functioning.

A Holistic & Interjurisdictional Approach
As a PSYPACT authorized provider, Dr. Bedford offers interjurisdictional tele-assessments, bringing her unique clinical perspective to clients in over 40 states. Her extensive background as a School Psychologist in the K-12 setting and her foundational training in clinical counseling allow her to bridge the gap between complex testing data and practical, heart-centered recommendations for families and educators.

Clinical Foundation & Global Perspective
Dr. Bedford earned her Ph.D. in Psychology from Tennessee State University and her Master’s in Clinical Counseling Psychology from Brenau University. A fluent Spanish speaker who has lived and studied in Madrid, Spain, she is uniquely skilled in bilingual and cross-cultural assessments, ensuring that every evaluation honors the cultural and linguistic heritage of the individual.

She believes that true wellness involves understanding how our brain-based wiring intersects with our mental health and spiritual well-being. When she isn’t in the office, Winifred is an avid world traveler and, ever so reluctantly, a writer of her own third-person biographies.