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NAVIGATING MINDS

Psychology Service


NEUROPSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMEN

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Neuropsychological assessments, Formulation, Cognitive rehabilitation,
Neuropsychological therapies, Working with families, Interdisciplinary working,
Consultation, Training



ABOUT

At Navigating Minds, we specialise in providing comprehensive neuropsychological
assessments and integrative psychological therapies for individuals and their
families affected by catastrophic injury. We support clients with a variety of
neuropsychological and mental health issues. Our holistic approach draws from
CBT, CFT, ACT, and mindfulness-based strategies to address psychological
distress and promote well-being.




OUR TEAM


DR CARA POUCHLY

CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST IN NEUROPSYCHOLOGY






As an experienced clinical psychologist in neuropsychology, I provide
comprehensive neuropsychological assessments and integrative psychological
therapies for clients with various physical, neuropsychological and mental
health issues. I currently conduct neuropsychological assessments and deliver
therapy to individuals with acquired brain injuries and their relatives. In my
previous role within the NHS I specialised in neuropsychological assessments to
aid dementia diagnosis.

I am skilled in developing personalised formulations in collaboration with
clients, as well as consulting with families and interdisciplinary teams. From a
therapeutic stance, I apply integrative psychological therapies aligned with
each client's needs, principles, and resources. My holistic approach
incorporates a range of models including CBT, CFT and ACT alongside
mindfulness-based strategies to address numerous forms of psychological
distress, including anxiety, depression, and relational problems.


SERVICES


NEUROPSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENTS

Our team offers comprehensive neuropsychological assessments, encompassing
detailed semi-structured clinical interviews and hypothesis-driven
neuropsychological testing. These assessments evaluate a range of cognitive
domains and mental health concerns. Upon completion of this thorough process, we
provide a detailed neuropsychological formulation along with tailored
therapeutic recommendations.


NEUROPSYCHOLOGICAL THERAPIES

Delivering bespoke integrative psychological therapies, we cater to clients with
varying physical, neuropsychological, and mental health needs. Utilising a
variety of approaches including CBT, CFT, ACT, and mindfulness, we address
numerous difficulties including:
- Adjustment to living with life-changing injuries
- Trauma
- PTSD
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Interpersonal Difficulties


COGNITIVE REHABILITATION

We specialise in providing psychoeducation and tailored interventions to
mitigate cognitive impairment after brain injury. Our client-centred approach
focuses on the client’s unique needs and values while utilising their strengths
and resources.


FORMULATION

Collaborating with clients and/or their families/clinical teams, we develop
diagrammatic formulations that help clarify complex difficulties in an
accessible format, while preserving identities and values.


WORKING WITH FAMILIES

Creating a therapeutic space, we draw from a number of models to help families
adjust to new circumstances. Additionally, we offer psychoeducation to help
families understand the interplay between life-changing injuries and mental
health, and how these impact both the individual and wider family units.


INTERDISCIPLINARY WORKING

Engaging with a variety of professionals across disciplines, we support and
enable rehabilitation goals with wider clinical teams. Our collaborations
include case managers, child psychologists, family therapists, physiotherapists,
SALTs, and OTs.


CONSULTATION

Offering consultations to case managers and the wider clinical team, we help
them better understand the needs of their clients from a neuropsychological
perspective.


TRAINING

We conduct training sessions on brain injury, neurodegenerative conditions,
cognitive screening measures, and maintaining psychological wellbeing.


TESTIMONIALS

Previous

Dr Cara Pouchly has been providing Psychology support for my client for over 12
months, during which time he has made good progress and has been able to return
to University with a confident and positive mindset. She has provided a truly
person-centred therapy programme, adjusting the therapy programme to deal with
an unexpected event in my client’s life.


LYNN HANCOCK

Case Manager, Northern Case Management

Working with Cara is a true pleasure. Her expertise and compassionate approach
help our clients and their families understand complex neurological challenges
and provide them with the tools to manage and overcome them.

Her ability to explain intricate concepts clearly and empathetically ensures
that the client is central to everything she does.

Cara’s dedication to improving the lives of her clients is truly inspiring, and
I know they are deeply grateful for her unwavering support and guidance.


NATASHA WILDE

Case Manager

Dr Cara Pouchly has supported one of my clients for some time. From the very
first session, my client knew Cara was someone she could both trust and who
would understand the many challenges and obstacles faced post-injury. Cara has
always put my client's needs at the heart of her intervention and thinks
"outside of the box" looking at practical & instrumental ways to enhance
psychological support based on client needs & circumstances. Cara has and
continues to be incredibly supportive for my client, the family, her care team
and wider MDT.  Cara is empathetic, caring and truly passionate about her work,
always determined to find solutions and overcome obstacles along the way. 

I am personally very grateful for the huge difference Cara has made for my
client and for the ongoing support she continues to provide. I would highly
recommend Cara to anyone who requires an experienced, positive and uplifting
psychologist. 


DR OLIVIA BARRETT

Case Manager, SICM Ltd.

Dr Cara Pouchly has been providing Psychology support for my client for over 12
months, during which time he has made good progress and has been able to return
to University with a confident and positive mindset. She has provided a truly
person-centred therapy programme, adjusting the therapy programme to deal with
an unexpected event in my client’s life.


LYNN HANCOCK

Case Manager, Northern Case Management

Working with Cara is a true pleasure. Her expertise and compassionate approach
help our clients and their families understand complex neurological challenges
and provide them with the tools to manage and overcome them.

Her ability to explain intricate concepts clearly and empathetically ensures
that the client is central to everything she does.

Cara’s dedication to improving the lives of her clients is truly inspiring, and
I know they are deeply grateful for her unwavering support and guidance.


NATASHA WILDE

Case Manager

Dr Cara Pouchly has supported one of my clients for some time. From the very
first session, my client knew Cara was someone she could both trust and who
would understand the many challenges and obstacles faced post-injury. Cara has
always put my client's needs at the heart of her intervention and thinks
"outside of the box" looking at practical & instrumental ways to enhance
psychological support based on client needs & circumstances. Cara has and
continues to be incredibly supportive for my client, the family, her care team
and wider MDT.  Cara is empathetic, caring and truly passionate about her work,
always determined to find solutions and overcome obstacles along the way. 

I am personally very grateful for the huge difference Cara has made for my
client and for the ongoing support she continues to provide. I would highly
recommend Cara to anyone who requires an experienced, positive and uplifting
psychologist. 


DR OLIVIA BARRETT

Case Manager, SICM Ltd.

Dr Cara Pouchly has been providing Psychology support for my client for over 12
months, during which time he has made good progress and has been able to return
to University with a confident and positive mindset. She has provided a truly
person-centred therapy programme, adjusting the therapy programme to deal with
an unexpected event in my client’s life.


LYNN HANCOCK

Case Manager, Northern Case Management

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