FAQ
What kinds of conditions do our specialists supports?
Our specialists support individuals and families affected by neurocognitive disorders such as dementia, ADHD, autism, Parkinson’s Disease, as well as cognitive deficits, trauma, and related emotional challenges. We also address early psychosis, addiction, developmental delay, bipolar disorder, depression, schizophrenia, and more.
How do we personalise therapy for each client?
We tailor therapy through a comprehensive assessment of cognitive, emotional, and life context. Our specialists integrate evidence-based approaches with an understanding of each client’s unique story, ensuring interventions are relevant and effective for their specific needs.
What types of therapies do our specialists offer for cognitive and neurocognitive disorders?
We provide Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Cognitive Rehabilitation, Cognitive Stimulation Therapy, psychosocial interventions, and supportive counselling. These therapies address memory, attention, executive function, and emotional wellbeing for individuals and families.
How do we support families and caregivers?
Our specialists offer specialized guidance and counselling for caregivers and families, addressing both the emotional and practical aspects of supporting someone with cognitive or neurological difficulties. This includes coping strategies, communication support, and education about specific conditions.
What is Cognitive Rehabilitation, and who can benefit?
Cognitive Rehabilitation is a therapy designed to improve or compensate for cognitive difficulties using targeted exercises and strategies. Our specialists recommend this for those experiencing memory loss, attention deficits, or executive function challenges due to brain injury, stroke, dementia, or ADHD.
Are our services inclusive and affirming?
Yes. Our practice is LGBTQIA+-affirming, neurodiversity-celebrating, and culturally sensitive. Our specialists are committed to providing inclusive, respectful, and affirming care for people of all backgrounds and identities.
What qualifications and experience do our specialists have?
Our specialists hold BPS-accredited degrees in Psychology and Neuroscience, advanced degrees in Neuroscience, Cognition and AI, and are engaged in ongoing research in cognitive training. We are certified in Counselling Skills and Counselling Studies, and have completed extensive specialized training in trauma, neurodevelopmental conditions, and mental health across the lifespan.
How do we determine which therapy is best for a client?
During the initial consultation, our specialists discuss your needs, challenges, and goals. Based on this, we recommend the most suitable therapeutic approaches, which may include a combination of therapies to best support your wellbeing.
Do we offer support for children and adolescents?
Absolutely. Our specialists provide interventions for children and adolescents dealing with developmental delays, trauma, sleep difficulties, bipolar disorder, depression, and psychological maltreatment, as well as support for parents and families.
How can someone get started with therapy?
You can contact us to arrange an initial consultation. Our specialists will work with you to explore your needs and decide on the best path forward to support your cognitive and emotional health.
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The NeuroCogntive Therapy Clinic offers
- At The NeuroCognitive Therapy Clinic, we provide specialised neurocognitive rehabilitation for individuals with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and other neurodegenerative or neurodevelopmental cognitive conditions like Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD. Our evidence-based programmes combine restorative and compensatory training to support memory, attention, problem-solving, and daily living skills.
We offer personalised interventions including computerised cognitive exercises, memory and attention training, practical strategies with external aids, and lifestyle guidance to enhance independence and slow cognitive decline. Our approach integrates psychoeducation, emotional support, and, when needed, coordination with physical therapy or existing medical treatments—all delivered in a compassionate, culturally sensitive environment.
Our goal is to help clients maintain independence, build resilience, and improve overall quality of life while adapting effectively to cognitive challenges over time.
- Psychotherapy for individuals and families navigating the impact of neurocognitive disorders (such as dementia, ADHD, autism, and Parkinson’s Disease), cognitive deficits, trauma, and more.
- Evidence-based, personalized support tailored to your unique cognitive, emotional, and life context.
- Specialized guidance for caregivers and loved ones, addressing the emotional and practical realities of supporting someone with cognitive or neurological difficulties.
Areas of Expertise
- Working through the impact of abuse, maltreatment, and trauma, using trauma-informed therapeutic approaches
- Supporting psychological healing for individuals with disabilities who have experienced trauma or abuse
- Helping children and adolescents recover from psychological maltreatment through evidence-based interventions
- Exploring and addressing the effects of cultural factors, structural racism, and inequity on mental health and well-being
- Recognizing and processing experiences of bias, discrimination, and systemic barriers in healthcare and society
- Providing multicultural counselling and culturally responsive therapy for minority
- Facilitating adjustment and emotional coping for individuals and caregivers facing neurodegenerative conditions (Multiple Sclerosis, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Dementia)
- Counselling and psychoeducation for caregivers navigating the challenges of supporting loved ones with cognitive impairment
- Treating mood disorders—such as depression and bipolar disorder—across the lifespan, including perinatal depression
- Supporting healthy child development and empowering parents with positive parenting strategies
- Providing therapeutic interventions for neurodevelopmental conditions (autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, epilepsy) in children and adults
- Treating eating disorders using psychotherapeutic models
- Upholding and modelling ethical principles and decision-making in psychological practice and research involvement
- Offering grief therapy for bereavement, including support for prolonged or complicated grief
- Integrating innovative therapeutic tools, digital interventions, and emerging healthcare technology into the therapeutic process
- Supporting leadership growth, communication skills, and professional identity development within mental health contexts
- Providing LGBTQ+ affirmative counselling, including support related to gender identity and sexual orientation
- Exploring the psychological dimensions and ethics of new technologies such as AI, neuroimaging, and digital tools in mental health care
- Promoting mental well-being, teaching resilience skills, and guiding recovery from burnout
- Offering trauma-informed and culturally sensitive therapy for immigrants and refugees
- Treating obsessive-compulsive and related disorders, including specialized support for hoarding disorder
- Using psychological methods to help clients cope with chronic pain, and supporting adjustment in palliative or end-of-life situations
- Facilitating individual, family, and group therapy sessions, and preparing clients psychologically for medical procedures or surgery
- Supporting individuals experiencing early psychosis or living with schizophrenia, focusing on stabilization and recovery
- Providing assessment and therapy for sleep disturbances and insomnia across all ages
- Assisting clients in recovery from addiction and substance use, using evidence-based therapeutic methods
- Assessing and addressing suicidal ideation, creating safety plans, and supporting recovery from suicidal crises
- Offering psychoeducation, skills training, and reflective spaces for teaching, science communication, and personal/professional development
- Providing specialised psychological support tailored to women’s health concerns, including menopause, perinatal mental health, and cancer-related issues
Our Values
- We combine a deep understanding of neuroscience, psychology, and lived experience to help you build resilience, manage distress, and foster sustainable wellbeing.
- Our methods are rooted in the latest research, drawing from cognitive training, trauma-informed care, and neuroplasticity principles.
- We see each client’s story as a unique blend of biology, cognition, and personal context, offering both scientific insight and genuine empathy.