Dr Lea-Ann Pileggi
Neuropsychologist
“An experienced clinical neuropsychologist working with all ages for diagnostic as well as intervention purposes, with a special interest in neurodiversity.”
About Me
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Services
Neuropsychologists are interested in brain-behaviour relationships. We are interested in how the brain works and its influences over human behaviour, cognition, and functioning. A typical neuropsychological assessment provides information regarding cognitive abilities, behavioural, social-emotional, and psychological functioning (see Services). A neuropsychologist relates these abilities and aspects of functioning to the brain. As neuropsychologist, my goal is to develop an understanding of the nature and origin of the challenges experienced, make a diagnosis (if applicable), and provide specific recommendations for appropriate management and/or treatment.
Services Offered:
Medico-Legal
The intersection of psychology and law, involving psychological assessments and expert reports for legal proceedings such as personal injury, custody, or disability claims.
Neuro & Psychological Assessment
A comprehensive evaluation of brain function, memory, attention, and thinking skills to help diagnose neurological or psychological conditions.
Child / Adolescent Therapy
Therapy for children and teenagers using age-appropriate methods, such as play, art, or adapted talk therapy, to address emotional and behavioural difficulties.
Learn more about Child / Adolescent TherapyPsychoeducation
Structured information provided about a mental health condition (what it is, why it occurs, and what strategies can help) as part of the therapeutic process.
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Works With:
- Adolescents
- Adults
- Children
- Individuals
- Parents
Area of Expertise
Scope of Practice:
Autism (ASD)
A neurodevelopmental condition affecting social communication, sensory processing, and behaviour patterns, with a wide range of presentations and strengths.
Behaviour or Conduct Issues
Persistent patterns of defiant, aggressive, or rule-breaking behaviour in children or adolescents that significantly disrupt home, school, or social life.
Brain Injury
Damage to the brain caused by external trauma or internal events (e.g., stroke), which can affect cognition, emotions, personality, and physical abilities.
Learn more about Brain InjuryChild Behaviour
Behavioural difficulties in children, such as tantrums, aggression, withdrawal, or defiance, that signal emotional distress or developmental needs.
Dementia
A group of brain conditions causing progressive decline in memory, thinking, and reasoning severe enough to interfere with daily life.
Epilepsy
A neurological condition characterised by recurrent seizures, which can also carry significant emotional and social impacts including anxiety, stigma, and lifestyle limitations.
Learning or Development Difficulties
Conditions that affect a person's ability to acquire, process, or apply information, such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, or intellectual disability, impacting education and daily life.
Memory Problems
Difficulties with retaining or recalling information, which may be related to ageing, brain injury, neurological conditions, stress, or psychological factors.
Stroke Support
The psychological aftermath of a stroke, which can include emotional changes, cognitive difficulties, grief over lost abilities, and family adjustment.
Professional Title:
Neuropsychologist
A psychologist specialising in the relationship between the brain and behaviour, assessing cognitive functioning after injury, illness, or neurodevelopmental conditions.
Credentials
Registrations
Health Professions Council of Namibia
Neuropsychologist
Qualifications
University of Cape Town