Dr. Filipe de Amaral Fernandes

Academic Education

• Degree in Psychology (5-year pre-Bologna degree), Faculty of Psychology, University of Lisbon

• Specialization / Postgraduate Training in Neuropsychology (2 years), Faculty of Medicine, University of Lisbon (Egas Moniz Language Studies Laboratory)

Professional Activity

• Psychologist / Neuropsychologist, Neuropsychology Outpatient Clinic (Assessment & Rehabilitation)

• Certified Practitioner by the Association for Research in Infant and Child Development for Mental Development Assessment

• Research Fellow in Memory Studies, collaborating with CNEICC (Center for Research in Cognitive-Behavioral Studies and Intervention), University of Coimbra

• Master's Thesis & Internship Supervisor in Neuropsychology at the University of Algarve

Main Areas of Practice

• Pediatric Neuropsychological Assessment & Rehabilitation:

  • Dyslexia Screening & Remediation (Metaphonological Training)

  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Screening

  • Developmental Disorders Screening

  • Cognitive Development Assessment (Intellectual / IQ Level)

  • Investigation of Learning Disabilities and School Difficulties

  • Cognitive Stimulation Programs

  • Parental Guidance & Counseling

• Adult Neuropsychological Assessment & Rehabilitation:

  • Diagnosis of Memory, Reasoning, and Daily Living Difficulties

  • Screening for Dementia & Neurodegenerative Diseases (Alzheimer's, Frontotemporal Dementia, Lewy Body Dementia, etc.)

  • Cognitive Assessment & Rehabilitation Following Stroke or Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

  • Cognitive Impact Assessment of Epilepsy

  • Cognitive Training (Memory, Orientation, and Daily Tasks)

  • Family Support & Guidance in Cases of Brain Injury

• Memory Clinic / Consultations