Cognitive Rehabilitation
Improving and remediating cognitive as well as daily functioning to promote overall wellness and independence.
When might Cognitive Rehabilitation be helpful?
For older adults experiencing changes in thinking and/or memory who would like additional tips and tools.
For an individual who is having difficulties that interfere with the management of everyday routines and responsibilities.
After a mild (concussion) to moderate head injury when there are objective cognitive deficits.
For individuals who have been negatively affected neurologically, such as after a major medical event (e.g., stroke, electrical injury, anoxic injury) in which someone experienced a decline in cognitive functioning.
Four Areas of Focus
Education About Cognitive
Strengths and Weaknesses
Neuropsychological evaluations prior to beginning compensatory cognitive rehabilitation help to develop awareness of a patient's unique pattern of strengths (to be utilized in treatment), and weaknesses (as a target for treatment).
Process Training
Cognitive rehabilitation in part develops skills through direct retraining or practicing the underlying cognitive skills (i.e., practicing routines).
Strategy Training
Cognitive rehabilitation uses environmental, internal and external strategies to compensate for cognitive deficits to improve day-to-day functioning by focusing on real life improvements.
Functional Activities Training
Applying the other three components in everyday life to focus on real life improvements.
Virtual Rehabilitation Sessions
As we are collectively experiencing COVID-19, Dr. Ellison is continuing to offer cognitive rehabilitation therapies virtually through telehealth. The process will begin with a brief cognitive screener and sessions both done over video call.