Ms Stephanie MacIlwaine, MA

Neuropsychologist

“An experienced and compassionate Neuropsychologist and Clinical Psychologist, who works with individuals with neuropathology.”

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About Me

I offer compassionate support to individuals navigating the complexities of neuropathology. When brain changes impact daily life, it can feel overwhelming. We can work together to understand how these shifts affect your thoughts and feelings. Together, we develop practical strategies for daily living. My aim is to help you adapt and find stability, making sense of your unique experience.

Approach

Grounded in experience and compassion, I focus sessions on clear, manageable steps that make complex brain changes easier to live with. In my Sandton clinic and via English-language online appointments I move at a steady, collaborative pace—short check-ins, focused exercises, and reflective discussion that translate neurocognitive insights into everyday routines. Between sessions I suggest simple practices and brief progress reviews so adjustments feel practical rather than overwhelming. This approach tends to suit adolescents, adults and older adults seeking calm, pragmatic support through change.

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Basic Information

Sandton, South Africa

In-person & Online

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Services

Services Offered:

Neuro & Psychological Assessment
A comprehensive evaluation of brain function, memory, attention, and thinking skills to help diagnose neurological or psychological conditions.
Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.
Neuropsychology
A specialist field that assesses and addresses cognitive difficulties related to brain conditions, injury, or neurodevelopmental disorders.
Rehabilitation (Cognitive)
Structured programmes to restore or compensate for cognitive abilities (memory, attention, problem-solving) after brain injury or illness.
Supervision
Professional oversight for therapists and counsellors, providing guidance, ethical support, and reflective space for their clinical work.
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Individual Therapy
One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.
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Assessment
A structured evaluation of mental health, cognitive functioning, or emotional well-being used to guide diagnosis and treatment planning.
Geriatric Psychology
A branch of psychology focused on the mental health needs of older adults, including cognitive decline, loss, loneliness, and adjustment to ageing.
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Intellectual Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal testing to evaluate intellectual ability and cognitive functioning, often used for educational planning or diagnosis.
Personal Development
The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.

Works With:

Adolescents
Adults
Elderly
Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
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Autism (ASD)
A neurodevelopmental condition affecting social communication, sensory processing, and behaviour patterns, with a wide range of presentations and strengths.
Dementia
A group of brain conditions causing progressive decline in memory, thinking, and reasoning severe enough to interfere with daily life.
Mood Disorder
A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.
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Epilepsy
A neurological condition characterised by recurrent seizures, which can also carry significant emotional and social impacts including anxiety, stigma, and lifestyle limitations.
Memory Problems
Difficulties with retaining or recalling information, which may be related to ageing, brain injury, neurological conditions, stress, or psychological factors.
Neuropsychiatry
A medical specialty at the intersection of neurology and psychiatry, focused on conditions where brain dysfunction produces psychiatric symptoms.
ADHD
A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.
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Alzheimer's
A progressive brain disease that causes memory loss, confusion, and decline in thinking skills, eventually affecting the ability to carry out everyday tasks.
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Online Therapy
Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.
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Professional Title:

Neuropsychologist
A psychologist specialising in the relationship between the brain and behaviour, assessing cognitive functioning after injury, illness, or neurodevelopmental conditions.