NPsych ltd

18/07/2025

On behalf of the team at NPsych, we would like to extend our sincere thanks to Giulia Pisano for her dedication, professionalism, and hard work during her time with us.

Giulia has been an integral part of our service, consistently demonstrating a strong work ethic and a compassionate approach to client care. Her contributions have been highly valued and will be greatly missed.

We are delighted to share that Giulia has been accepted onto the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at UCL (alma mater for several of our team). This is a significant milestone, and we have no doubt she will bring the same commitment and excellence to this next chapter of her professional journey.

We wish you every success and fulfillment in the years ahead. Giulia, may this new phase be rich in learning, growth, and meaningful experiences.

Warmest congratulations,
The NPsych Team

11/07/2025

Dr Kate Fitzgerald attended the 3PB barristers personal injury conference this week.

Championing clients, tackling legal issues and embracing technology. All under one roof. A great day all round!

03/07/2025

Interoception and the Brain: Revisiting the Neural Foundations of Bodily Awareness 🧠👀

The capacity to perceive internal bodily signals, known as interoception, plays a critical role in emotional regulation, homeostasis, and cognitive functioning. A 2021 review by Quigley et al., published in Biological Psychology, provides a comprehensive update on the neural mechanisms underlying interoceptive processing.

Key Findings Include:

✔️ Interoception is not merely passive sensing; it involves active inference and predictive modelling by the brain.
✔️ Core neural substrates include the anterior insula, anterior cingulate cortex, and brainstem nuclei.
✔️ Dysregulation in interoceptive networks is implicated in a range of psychiatric conditions, including anxiety, depression, PTSD, and somatic symptom disorders.

Importantly, interoception is increasingly recognized as a target for intervention in neurorehabilitation, particularly in populations with brain injury, stroke, or neurodegenerative conditions were disrupted body awareness contributes to poor self-regulation, affective symptoms, and functional limitations.

This review contributes to a growing body of literature reframing interoception as a core component of affective neuroscience, with direct implications for both assessment and intervention in clinical settings.

25/06/2025

Efficacy of NIBS in TBI Recovery 🧠

A 2023 systematic review (n = 27 RCTs) supports the growing role of non-invasive brain stimulation (NIBS) in traumatic brain injury (TBI) rehabilitation. The findings show statistically significant effects on cognitive function, mood, and symptoms like headache and dizziness, though heterogeneity remains a challenge.

✔️ rTMS and tDCS demonstrated efficacy, particularly when combined with cognitive training.
✔️ Stimulation over DLPFC showed most robust benefits.
✔️ Long-term effects and patient-level personalization are next priorities.

Rehabilitation clinicians, neuroscientists, and digital neurotech developers... this is a space to watch

Ref: Chou et al. (2023) – National Library of Medicine (NLM) Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair 🔗 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37709126/

18/06/2025

What if the key to boosting client´s rehabilitation and improving office culture was as simple as moving the office outside?

Last weekend Dr Kate FitzGerald & Lucilla Carlacci De Mattia had the pleasure of attending the Neurones in Nature in beautiful Wales - a day filled with insightful conversations, fresh perspectives, and meaningful reflection on the benefits of reconnecting with nature in our working lives.
..Not to mention acquiring a rather practical new life skill: how to light a fire in a forest!

Here they are with colleagues Sana Gill & Kate Dimmock doing just that ✅

23/05/2025

Introducing Dr Kate FitzGerald ✅ Kate joined our team way back in 2018 and works in both our in-patient neuropsychology service and community neurorehabilitation service.

She has a wide experience of working with complex family systems, challenging behaviour, adjustment issues and cognitive rehabilitation. She is particularly skilled with psychotherapeutic interventions using ACT supporting individuals on their rehabilitation journey.

She is not, however, a particularly accomplished Karaoke singer (sorry Kate!) 😂🎤

Kate is based in South East London and able to travel through Greater London, Kent, Essex Surrey and East & West Sussex. She has some availability at the moment, so please do contact us on [email protected] if you have a referral 📧

You can check out her profile and CV here 👉🏽https://npsych-rehab.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/CV-Dr-Kate-FitzGerald-2021-web-v2.pdf

28/04/2025

Last Friday, we hosted an ADHD training session with clinical guest speakers, and it was a fantastic success!

A huge thank you to Natalie McKenzie for her amazing presentation — your insights and expertise made a real impact.

We’re excited to continue learning and raising awareness together!

25/04/2025

Why Early Autism Assessment is Essential 🧠✅

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects 1 in 36 children, and while awareness is growing, timely diagnosis remains a challenge. Yet, early assessment—grounded in evolving diagnostic tools and criteria—is key to unlocking better developmental outcomes and support pathways.

Based on recent research (Yu, Ozonoff, & Miller, 2023), this short post explores how early diagnosis empowers children and families—and why getting it right, early, matters more than ever.

Reference: Yu, Y., Ozonoff, S., & Miller, M. (2023). Assessment of Autism Spectrum Disorder. Journal of Psychoeducational Assessment 🔗 https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/10731911231173089

Book an Assessment with us now 👉🏽 https://npsych-rehab.com/autism-adhd/

05/04/2025

Art Therapy in Neurorehabilitation: Enhancing Communication and Diagnosis 🎨🧠

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) and post-concussive syndrome often lead to cognitive, somatic, and behavioural changes that are difficult to detect with standard diagnostic tools. Symptoms such as mood lability, vestibular disruptions, circadian rhythm dysregulation, and localized pain may go unrecognized, leaving patients without targeted interventions.

Recent research (Wolf & Rattigan, 2024) highlights how art therapy can serve as a diagnostic and therapeutic tool by making the invisible consequences of brain injuries visible. Spontaneous imagery created by patients provides insight into neurological symptoms, offering a structured way for healthcare professionals to assess and address overlooked dysfunctions.

Key Implications for Neurorehabilitation:

✔ Visual imagery facilitates patient-provider communication.
✔ Art therapy may support the identification of underdiagnosed symptoms.
✔ Integration of art-based assessments could enhance clinical outcomes.

The study underscores the potential for interdisciplinary collaboration between art therapists and neurorehabilitation specialists to refine diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.

🔗 Read the full study Frontiers 👉🏽 https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2024.1489813/full

27/03/2025

Development takes many different paths and people see the world in different ways. We are a local service offering autism assessments for children, young people and adults. We offer NHS compliant assessments by experienced clinicians. We are a new service, we do not have a waiting list ✅

Please contact us if you would like to discuss an assessment 👉🏽

A Small Practice Of HCPC Registered Psychologists With Expertise And Experience In Neurorehabilitation, Offering A Personalised And Responsive Service

05/03/2025

Blurred Lines: Managing Boundaries in Complex Rehabilitation Systems 🧠 Online, on 25th March 2025, from 10:00am to 12:00pm ✅

Join our team Dr Kate FitzGerald and Lucilla Carlacci De Mattia at the upcoming webinar, “Blurred Lines: Managing Boundaries in Complex Rehabilitation Systems”, on 25th March 2025, from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Perfect for clinicians, case managers, therapists, solicitors, and expert witnesses. Gain valuable insights on navigating boundaries in complex rehabilitation settings Solutions

Book Now Here 👉🏽 https://lnkd.in/e5bzEM2d

27/02/2025

After a year in the planning and preparation we are finally ready to launch our specialist Autism Assessment Clinic ✅

Check it out here 👇🏽 and let us know if you have any questions, queries or referrals.

A Small Practice Of HCPC Registered Psychologists With Expertise And Experience In Neurorehabilitation, Offering A Personalised And Responsive Service