Neuropsychological and Mental Health Services.
Adult and Pediatric Neuropsychological Evaluations.
We provide neuropsychological evaluations across the lifespan (ages 6 +).
Adult evaluations: Neuropsychological evaluations can help if you or a family member has:
Observed decline in every day functioning by the patient or family members.
A neurologic condition including but not limited to: a type of dementia (i.e., Alzheimer's disease), movement disorders, epilepsy (seizures), brain tumor, stroke, or traumatic brain injury.
Other medical problems that place him/her at an increased risk of brain injury such as diabetes, chronic heart or respiratory problems, certain genetic disorders, sleep related problems, or treatment for cancer.
A neurodevelopmental diagnosis that may require a comprehensive evaluation as an adult to help with receiving college/work accommodations, social security claims, applying for other services/accommodations, etc.
Had an assessment prior but are looking for a second opinion.
Pediatric evaluations: A neuropsychological evaluation can help determine if your child has any of the following:
learning disability, ADHD, or other neurodevelopmental or psychological conditions that can interfere with a child's development, learning ability, day-to-day functioning and over all quality of life.
Evaluations are also common in order to determine if accommodations are needed for standardized testing, such as the SATs, LSATs, MCATs, GREs, and GMATs.
Once a diagnosis is made, recommendations will be given to aid in treatment planning. This includes academic accommodations, if appropriate.
Cognitive Remediation and Executive Functioning Coach.
We provide evidenced-based cognitive remediation for adolescents (ages 14 +) and adults with difficulties in memory, attention, information processing speed, and executive functioning. We individualize our treatment based on each client’s presenting complaints and background history.
Treatment content includes:
Education about different types of memory, learning and memory processes, and normal developmental and age-related changes in cognitive functioning
Support for adopting a healthy brain lifestyle, including education about factors that can affect cognitive functioning and tools to support positive changes in everyday life
Brain training including instruction in practical memory aids and strategies, practice using the strategies in-session, and discussion on how to implement them in everyday life
Psychotherapy.
We provide individual psychotherapy to adults (ages 18 +). Therapeutic methods used are supported by scientific evidence. Dr. Scharaga’s approach integrates multiple treatment approaches, including cognitive behavior therapy, mindfulness based treatment, and acceptance and commitment therapy.
We believe in the mind and body connection, and treat each patient wholistically. Treatment goals and techniques are individualized for each patient, based on each client’s individual needs and areas they would like to improve on.
If you have any questions on the type of treatment or evaluation you are looking for, please do not hesitate to contact us.