What is Clinical Neuropsychology?
Clinical neuropsychology is a field of psychology dedicated to understanding how different areas of the brain work and how this relates to behaviour/illness. Neuropsychological testing usually occurs when someone is experiencing a symptom or complaint concerning an aspect of their thinking (such as their memory, attention, speed of thinking etc.).
According to the Australian Psychological Society (APS):
"Clinical neuropsychologists have advanced skills in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning of disorders and contexts across the lifespan. Clinical neuropsychologists are trained to understand the cognitive, emotional and behavioural effects of a wide range of brain conditions...Clinical neuropsychologists’ understand brain structure, function and dysfunction, and the effects of multiple factors on cognitive, behavioural and emotional functions...A [neuropsychological] assessment typically provides a detailed profile of a client's cognitive strengths and weaknesses, and is recognised as a sensitive tool for the diagnosis of cognitive impairment, particularly in cases where changes in behaviour are subtle and not evident on CT scans. An assessment can help with diagnosis of mental disorders and treatment planning for people experiencing difficulties".
About Dr Renee Tipman
BPsychSci (Hons I), DPsych (Clin Neuro & Clin), MAPS
Dr Renee Tipman is an endorsed clinical neuropsychologist and clinical psychologist who completed her training at The University of Queensland. She provides diagnostic assessments for clinical and insurance/work cover purposes. She has extensive experience working in the health-care sector in inpatient and outpatient settings providing assessments to adults and older adults. She has experience assessing conditions including neurological disorders, dementia, stroke, TBI, and chronic mental health conditions such as schizophrenia.
Renee is passionate about helping individuals find ways to maintain a quality of life whilst living with a chronic health/mental health condition. She is a member of the Dementia Friendly Communities initiative by Dementia Australia and is regularly involved in professional development opportunities which focus on cognitive remediation and compensation.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Psychological Science (Hons I)
Doctor of Psychology (Clinical Neuropsychology & Clinical Psychology)
Professional Memberships
Registered with the Psychology Board of Australia (PBA)
Endorsed as a Clinical Psychologist with PBA
Endorsed as a Clinical Neuropsychologist with PBA
Australian Psychological Society (APS) - Full Member
College of Clinical Neuropsychologists (CCN) - Full Member (Fellow)
