Psychology Chartered

Case Studies

Monday 11th August 2025

A case of reversible mild cognitive impairment (MCI)

Dr Laura Meader, Clinical Neuropsychologist All names and other potentially identifying information has been changed to protect anonymity Mild cognitive impairment (MCI), sometimes called Mild cognitive disorder (MCD), is a diagnostic term used to describe problems with memory or other aspects of cognition (thinking abilities), usually affecting people aged 60+. Crucially, MCI implies that a More…

Saturday 22nd February 2025

Capacity Assessment – decisions about care

*All names, initials, and other potentially identifying details have been changed in the interests of confidentiality for the person involved and their family* We are often asked to assess people’s mental capacity to make decisions. Under the Mental Capacity Act (MCA) 2005, people are assumed to have the ability to make decisions about their life, More…

Saturday 4th December 2021

Mindfulness Refresh Client

“Ellie was polite and professional, taking details prior to the meeting and then again checking that I was complaint with Covid advice prior to turning up.  I found the office she used and her manner extremely calming.  She guided me through various practices and allowed time for some dialogue in between.  I felt relaxed and More…

Saturday 21st August 2021

Mindfulness Refresh Client

Thank you Ellie for a very professional and supportive mindfulness session this afternoon. Lots of practice and techniques to use at home. Highly recommend (Jane – Mindfulness Refresh Client).

Saturday 15th December 2018

Training Support Workers – Positive Behaviour Support

“This training was very informative and enjoyable and changed how I view challenging behaviour” (Kate – support worker)   This one day training is primarily aimed at support teams working directly with clients following acquired brain injury.   Training objectives   Define specific challenges including demotivation, disengagement, disinhibition, impulsivity and aggression   Introduce the Positive More…

Saturday 15th December 2018

Testamentary Capacity Assessment

The recent settlement of Aseem’s personal injury claim meant that his solicitors were duty bound to ensure a will was in place.  A brain injury in 2013 had rendered Aseem unable to manage his finances. Cognitive assessment highlighted Aseem’s impulsivity, limited ability to plan/organise and reduced memory.  However, Aseem appeared to fulfil the key Banks More…