The Sydney Neuropsychology Clinic provides comprehensive neuropsychological assessments for adults and older adults experiencing known or suspected cognitive and/or behavioural difficulties related to a neurocognitive condition. This includes conditions such as brain injury, stroke, dementia, or other neurodegenerative disorders, like Multiple Sclerosis or Huntington’s disease. Please note, we are most interested in seeing adults over 50-years-old but are open to assessing those aged 18 and above too.
Our researchers investigate improved ways to detect and manage cognitive concerns (like language and memory) and social and behavioural functioning (such as increased agitation or decreased motivation to engage in social activities). We are interested in individually-tailored outcomes, transdiagnostic approaches and innovative ways to support independent living and enhanced quality of life.
If you are seeking an appointment for psychometric testing for ADHD, or for concerns related to anxiety, depression, family issues, grief or loss, please instead contact the Psychology Clinic.
If you are seeking an appointment for an ASD assessment, please contact the Autism Clinic.
Attending the Sydney Neuropsychology Clinic provides access to clinical services that are closely integrated with the latest research programs. Our neuropsychological assessments evaluate aspects of cognition, such as attention, memory, language, and social skills. Following your appointment, we provide a feedback report to your referring doctor/allied health professional, along with personalised recommendations and resources for any identified areas of concern.
Neuropsychological assessments and interventions are conducted by trained researchers, postgraduate trainees, and student interns undertaking their final year of training in psychology under the supervision of experienced Clinical Neuropsychologists. All our studies are at the forefront of current research knowledge, and our services are based on the latest evidence to ensure high-quality care.
The fee for a standard assessment at the Sydney Neuropsychology Clinic is $500, with a reduced rate of $300 available for eligible concession card holders. A non-refundable $200 deposit for appointments is required at the time of booking. This fee remains well below the recommended rates for neuropsychological services outlined by the Australian Psychology Society, and typical rates in private practice (usually ranging from $2500 to $4000 per assessment).
A neuropsychological assessment is an assessment of one’s cognitive skills (i.e., their ‘thinking skills’).
Our comprehensive assessment involves a set of standardised neuropsychological tests that evaluate different areas of thinking: attention, memory and learning, language, perception, higher-level ‘executive functions’ (e.g., planning, organising, concept-formation), social cognition, and mood.
Results from our assessment are compared to performance of demographically-matched peers (i.e., ‘normative test data’) and are interpreted in combination with information about the individual’s medical history, psychosocial background, education/work history, and current environment.
Assessments by the Sydney Neuropsychology Clinic can be used to provide greater understanding of a person’s cognitive strengths and weaknesses following injury to the brain or changes in the brain arising from medical conditions (e.g., neurodegenerative disease or surgery). This assessment informs our provision of personalised recommendations to address any identified areas of concern.
Given the nature of our assessments and capacity as a research clinic, we do not provide assessments for ADHD and/or ASD. Our feedback reports are also not intended for NDIS or medico-legal purposes.
A Clinical Neuropsychologist is a psychologist who has undergone specialised training in administering and interpreting neuropsychological tests. They understand the types of neuropsychological profiles associated with certain conditions (e.g., Traumatic Brain Injury, Dementia, Stroke, etc) and the complex interplay between brain function and behaviour.
Participants and their families may be invited to participate in relevant intervention studies , to help with managing symptoms and concerns. Available interventions depend on our current research projects and clinical capacity.
We accept referrals from general practitioners, specialists/medical professionals and allied health professionals (e.g., psychologists). We do not accept self-referrals.
For your convenience, here is our referral letter template. Please ensure the referral provides as much relevant background information as possible, including any recent assessments (e.g., cognitive screeners) or brain scans. Referrals can be emailed to neuropsychology.clinic@sydney.edu.au
Once a referral is received, the Sydney Neuropsychology Clinic Director will assess it to ensure our Clinic is the most suitable service. Where the referral is accepted, the Clinic Manager will reach out to begin the booking process. In instances where the referral is not accepted, every effort will be made to provide details for more appropriate services.
Please feel free to contact us for further information about the referral process, and if you have any questions.
Director/Head
Associate Professor, Clinical Neuropsychologist
Associate Professor Fiona Kumfor
Research Staff
Post-doctoral Research Fellow, Clinical Neuropsychologist
Dr Stephanie Wong
Research Assistant, Psychology
Ann Dixon
Research Assistant, Psychology
Amira Skeggs
PhD Candidates
PhD Student, Research Assistant
Grace Wei
PhD Student
Jessica Hazelton
Other Affiliates
Director (Clinical Psychology Unit), Clinical Psychologist
Professor Caroline Hunt
Professor of Neuropsychology, Clinical Neuropsychologist
Professor Suncica Lah
Phone: +61 2 9036 4784
Email: neuropsychology.clinic@sydney.edu.au
94 Mallett Street, Camperdown NSW 2050
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
