Assessment Services
The Brain Clinic offers neuropsychological evaluations to test for a variety of conditions including learning disabilities (LD), attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD), cognitive decline, traumatic brain injury, neurological disorders, chronic fatigue syndrome and more. Learn more about the evaluations by clicking on the links below.
Getting accommodations such as extra time is not so easy— especially for the LSAT, MCAT and Bar Exams. Years ago, a neuropsychologist could simply write a letter and extra time would be approved. These days it is much more difficult. Evaluations based on historical documentation and extensive testing regarding your learning disability are required for approval for extra time.
A variety of options are available for ADD/ADHD evaluations. Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder involves problems such as being distractible, forgetting day-to-day tasks, being disorganized, not completing projects, being late to appointments, etc. Those who are the hyperactive-impulsive types may interrupt people, fidget with their hands and feet, experience feelings of restlessness, and have trouble waiting in lines.
The Brain Clinic offers brief and full learning disability (LD) and dyslexia evaluations. A learning disability means that some learning function such as reading, writing or math is significantly below average in the context of an average intelligence level.
Neuropsychological evaluations are used to determine the severity of medical disorders such as traumatic brain injury, stroke, early dementia and learning disorders. They compare an individual’s overall abilities to specific areas of functioning to see if and where any problems exist. Additionally, by comparing intelligence to achievement tests in reading, writing and math, one can determine if learning problems are present in one or more of these areas. In order to get accommodations for a learning disability at school or for standardized tests (i.e. SAT), a full evaluation is necessary. It is beneficial to have testing done early in life in case accommodations are necessary for high-stakes tests such as the GMAT, LSAT, or MCAT later in life.
Forensic Assessments
Preparing assessments for legal situations is more demanding than for the usual clinical case, and it must be handled differently. In a sense, the evaluations for forensic evaluations are similar to extended time evaluations because these assessments are examined by officials of the legal system with the idea in mind that you must be able to prove that you have a disability. In addition, legal officials must consider whether the test taker is malingering, or putting forth their best effort during the testing sessions. These types of evaluations include a thorough review of history and supporting documentation.
Treatment Services
Beyond comprehensive psychological testing, we offer FDA guided neurofeedback and neuromodulation services — evidence-based therapies that directly train and regulate brain activity to support lasting cognitive and emotional change. These non-invasive treatments, including tDCS, tACS, and transcutaneous vagus nerve stimulation, complement diagnostic findings by providing a direct path from assessment to intervention.
At The Brain Clinic, we utilize quantitative encephalography to electrically map the brain using a 19-channel EEG recording. This type of information is invaluable, as it can accurately source dysregulations deep within the brain that pinpoints which brain networks are under performing. From here, treatment protocols can be designed and uniquely tailored to your needs, improving both regulation and overall brain health.
The Brain Clinic offers full Neurofeedback services, a form of operant conditioning that trains the brain to regulate itself against a normative database. This treatment modality is non-invasive, gentle, and backed by over 50 plus years of innovation in functional neurology and encephalography.
Neuromodulation is a form of electrical therapy that utilizes gentle, low-amperage electrical stimulation to treat a broad spectrum of brain-related dysregulations. Our treatment methods are all guided by FDA standards and current research. These treatment methods are highly effective at reducing symptoms and improving cognition, and is leading the forefront of neurological interventions.
The Brain Clinic utilizes a number of biofeedback instruments to improve self regulation, improve calmness and boost mental clarity. Biofeedback is one of the most well-established forms of treatment for many symptoms, including pain, migraines, anxiety and much more.
The Brain Clinic utilizes a number of biofeedback instruments to improve self regulation, improve calmness and boost mental clarity. Biofeedback is one of the most well-established forms of treatment for many symptoms, including pain, migraines, anxiety and much more.
Psychotherapy
Dr. Thomas is trained in a number of psychological interventions, including CBT, DBT, Multi-Modal Therapy, Psychoanalysis, Psychodynamic and REBT.