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Dr Asawari Henderson - Clinical Neuropsychologist

Dr Asawari Henderson (she/her)

Clinical Neuropsychologist and Board Approved Supervisor
Associate of YCP since 2017

I have a flexible, thorough, whole-person approach to assessment, and a warm and friendly style.

 

My primary areas of expertise are in:
• Assessment, differential diagnosis and management of neurodegenerative disorders, such as dementia, and other causes of memory and thinking problems in older adults.
• Characterisation and management of cognitive difficulties associated with brain injury (including traumatic brain injury and stroke), neurological and psychiatric conditions, learning differences, and neurodivergences.
• Medicolegal assessments, including assessments of decision-making capacity in complex situations.

I am highly skilled in delineating cognitive strengths and weaknesses, delivering neuropsychological interventions, psychoeducation, and counselling to assist those with memory and other thinking problems. I have a strong understanding of the impact of mental health, stressors, lifestyle and other factors on cognitive functioning, and am passionate about helping others to optimise their brain health and function. I have a flexible, thorough, collaborative and whole-person approach in my clinical practice.

My experience and background

I have close to 20 years of experience working as a clinical neuropsychologist in major specialist health services across Melbourne. Since 2017, I have been engaged in private practice at Yarra City Psychology, providing comprehensive neuropsychological assessments and treatment to a diverse client base. I hold a senior clinical neuropsychology position at Alfred Health within the Cognitive Decline and Memory Service (CDAMS) clinic. 

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Availability

I am available for appointments:

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  • Mondays (in-person or via telehealth)

  • select Saturdays

Supervision

I am a board approved supervisor. I am able to offer supervision for:

  • psychologists ​working in addition to their placement

  • neuropsychology registrars (primary or secondary)

Neuropsychological Assessment blocks_YCP Melbourne Psychologists
Qualifications

Bachelor Psychology (Honours)​

Doctor of Psychology (Clinical Neuropsychology)

Funding and Referral Options

Medicare Mental Health Treatment Plan (MHTP)

Medicare Chronic Disease (CDM) plan

Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA)

Registered TAC Provider

Melbourne City Mission FRMP funding

Private Health Insurance rebates may apply

Therapeutic Supports under NDIS ‘Improved Daily Living’. Self-managed or plan-managed NDIS plans only.

Professional Memberships

Registered Psychologist with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

Registered Medicare Provider

Member of the Australian Psychological Society (MAPS)

Fellow of APS College of Clinical Neuropsychologists

Board-Approved Supervisor

Therapeutic Modalities

Psychoeducation

Neuropsychological Interventions

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