Neuropsychological assessment in Glasgow

What a neuropsychological assessment can tell you

A neuropsychological assessment provides a detailed picture of how your brain is functioning across different cognitive domains. It goes beyond what a standard medical assessment can offer. Where an MRI shows structure, a neuropsychological assessment shows function: how well you can concentrate, remember, plan, solve problems, process information, and use language.

This matters because cognitive difficulties are not always visible on a scan. After a brain injury or neurological event, someone can have a normal MRI but still struggle significantly with everyday tasks. A neuropsychological assessment captures those difficulties, explains them, and provides a foundation for support, rehabilitation, or workplace adjustments.

Conditions and referral reasons we assess

Our neuropsychological assessment service covers a wide range of referral questions, including:

• Traumatic brain injury, from mild concussion through to severe injury, at any stage of recovery
• Stroke, including assessment of cognitive impact and rehabilitation planning
• Epilepsy, particularly where there are concerns about memory or the cognitive effects of medication
• Multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, and other progressive neurological conditions
• Functional neurological disorder (FND) and non-epileptic seizures
• Concerns about cognitive decline or early-onset dementia
• Post-surgical cognitive change, including after neurosurgery or cardiac surgery
• Medico-legal and occupational assessments where detailed cognitive evidence is needed

If you are unsure whether your situation fits, please get in touch. We are happy to have a conversation before you commit to anything.

What the assessment process looks like

We know that the idea of cognitive testing can feel daunting. Our approach is thorough but also calm, well-paced, and designed to put you at ease.

1. Initial conversation. We start by understanding your background, your concerns, and what you are hoping the assessment will clarify. This helps us select the right combination of tests.
2. Cognitive testing. You will complete a series of tasks that measure different aspects of brain function. These are not pass-or-fail tests. They are carefully designed tools that help us understand your cognitive profile, including your strengths as well as any areas of difficulty.
3. Report. Your psychologist writes a comprehensive report that explains the findings in clear, accessible language. The report includes a summary of your cognitive strengths and weaknesses, diagnostic conclusions where appropriate, and practical recommendations for support, rehabilitation, workplace adjustments, or further investigation.
4. Feedback session. We meet with you (and a family member or carer, if you wish) to talk through the results, answer questions, and discuss next steps. We take as long as you need with this.

Our neuropsychological assessment team

Dr Andrew Wood is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Neuropsychologist with over thirteen years of post-qualification experience. He is Clinical Lead for the Neuropsychology service in NHS Lanarkshire and has specialist expertise in brain injury, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, functional neurological disorder, and non-epileptic seizures. Andrew also provides medico-legal reports and expert witness services.

Dr Adele Mackintosh brings experience in neuropsychological assessment for adults and young people, including acquired brain injury and neurodevelopmental conditions. She provides detailed assessments alongside clear, supportive feedback.

Dr Claire McGuire works as a Principal Clinical Psychologist in an NHS Older People's Community Mental Health Team, where she specialises in assessment and support for people aged 65 and over with mental health difficulties and cognitive impairment. With us she offers memory and cognitive assessments for older adults.

Dr Aisha Tariq, our Clinical Director, also contributes to the assessment service, particularly where neurodevelopmental and clinical presentations overlap. You can read more about the team in our psychologist directory.