Clinical psychologist

Main activities

Clinical psychology includes two main aspects. First of all, it is a psychodiagnostic activity aimed at assessing the cognitive functions, emotional state and personal characteristics of patients.

The specialist uses standardized methods of pathopsychological diagnosis, methods of neuropsychological examination, evaluates memory, attention, thinking and other processes. Based on the results, a special conclusion is drawn up that helps neurologists and psychiatrists make the correct diagnosis and prescribe adequate and most effective treatment.

Second important direction–psychocorrective work. It includes individual and group sessions aimed at restoring impaired functions, teaching compensatory strategies, and adapting to permissible limitations. A medical psychologist consults with relatives of patients, teaches them the correct interaction with him and methods of support at home.

Specifics of working with patients of different categories

According to modern methods, the psychologist works with patients suffering from various diseases during recovery and rehabilitation, or to maintain an acceptable quality of life.

• Consequences of stroke and severe traumatic brain injuries.
• Multiple sclerosis.
• Parkinson’s disease and other neurodegenerative diseases.
• Migraines and other headaches.
• Anxiety and stress.
• Cognitive disorders and other pathologies of a neurological nature.
• Eating disorders.
• Neurotic conditions (in childhood, adolescence, adulthood).
• Depressive states
• Autism
• ZPRD
• Mental retardation
• Down syndrome.

Each category of patients requires a special approach and special methods of work. For example, when working with post-stroke patients, it is necessary to restore speech skills, spatial orientation and motor functions.

In patients with neurodegenerative diseases, special attention is paid to the preservation of coordination, motor activity and the gradual progress of cognitive abilities. For patients with RPP, a thorough analysis of the characteristics leading to food disorders is carried out and an individual meal plan, an emotional discharge plan is compiled.

It is especially important to work with patients in the emotional sphere. Many neurological diseases are accompanied by anxiety-depressive disorders that affect the healing process. The task of a qualified psychologist–cope with negative emotional states, form motivation and a positive attitude towards rehabilitation.

Modern methods and technologies

In the practice of a modern clinical psychologist, new technologies and methods of work are actively used. Computer programs of cognitive therapy allow training of memory, attention and thinking in an interactive format.

Biofeedback techniques help patients learn to control their psychophysiological state. Virtual reality is used to maintain orientation in space and restore motor functions.

An important element is the maintenance of documentation and the evaluation of the effectiveness of activities. The specialist regularly conducts repeated examinations of patients, monitors the dynamics of their condition and, if necessary, adjusts the treatment program. In parallel, the results of the application of various methods are analyzed and new approaches to the psychological rehabilitation of neurological patients are developed.

Results of treatment

The role of medical and clinical psychology in neurological departments is constantly increasing. The modern approach to certain neurological diseases involves the mandatory inclusion of psychological assistance in the treatment program. Effective interaction with neurologists and other specialists allows to achieve maximum results in the restoration of health and social adaptation of patients.

In the process of treatment, the psychologist consults a group of people, which includes the patient himself, his relatives, as well as specialists prescribing treatment. This allows you to choose the right methods and drugs, create a positive attitude, which is a prerequisite for improving the effectiveness of therapy.

The main task of psychological care is to harmonize the patient’s personality. By undergoing personal therapy, the patient acquires resources to independently overcome life’s obstacles.

Neuro-clinic specialists will provide highly qualified assistance using a combination of classical and modern techniques. You can make an appointment with a medical psychologist by phone or through the feedback form on the website. An important advantage is the reasonable price of services, which makes them available to everyone.