Clinical Psychology, Clinical Neuropsychology and Cognitive RehabilitationDr. A. Chitra Andrade, MPhil, PhD (NIMHANS), Clinical NeuropsychologistLocation: Near Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, South BangaloreBrain Matters – Clinical Psychology & Neuropsychology Clinic, South BangaloreBrain Matters is a Clinical Psychology and Neuropsychology clinic in South Bangalore, near Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, offering comprehensive psychological assessment, neuropsychological assessment, therapy, and cognitive rehabilitation for adults.Dr. Chitra Andrade is a Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Neuropsychologist with an MPhil and PhD from NIMHANS. Her professional experience spans clinical practice at NIMHANS, academic experience at IIM Bangalore, and corporate experience with organisations such as IBM and BOSCH. This combination of clinical, academic, and corporate experience brings a broad and practical perspective to understanding mental health, cognitive functioning, workplace challenges, and well-being in adults.Dr. Chitra works with adults experiencing:Anxiety, excessive worry, and panicObsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)Depression and persistent low moodStress, burnout, and work-related difficultiesAdjustment difficulties and life transitionsAdult ADHD, including difficulties with attention, organisation, planning, time management, and executive functioningEmotional and psychological changes associated with physical or neurological illnessesDifficulties with coping, concentration, memory, or everyday functioningAdult ADHD is an area of particular clinical interest, with assessment focused on understanding attention, executive functioning, emotional regulation, and the ways in which these difficulties may affect work, relationships, and everyday life.She also works with adults who may not have a diagnosed mental health condition but wish to strengthen their mental well-being, resilience, emotional balance, and coping abilities.Neuropsychology & Cognitive AssessmentComprehensive neuropsychological assessments are offered for adults experiencing cognitive or behavioural changes associated with:Dementia and other neurodegenerative conditionsStroke and traumatic brain injuryEpilepsy and multiple sclerosisParkinson’s disease and brain tumoursPre- and post-brain surgery changesSchizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and other psychiatric conditionsSubstance-related cognitive difficultiesAssessments examine areas such as attention, memory, thinking, executive functioning, language, and behaviour, helping to understand an individual's cognitive strengths and difficulties and informing diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and everyday planning.Dr. Chitra also provides IQ and cognitive ability assessments for adults for diagnostic clarification, educational or work-related planning, and documentation.For adults over 60 who are functioning well and do not have significant cognitive concerns, a baseline brain-health assessment can help document current cognitive abilities and provide a reference point for monitoring changes over time.Cognitive Rehabilitation & Brain HealthCognitive rehabilitation and brain-health-oriented interventions are tailored to the individual's needs, with a focus on improving everyday functioning, independence, coping, and quality of life.Adults can contact the clinic directly. Referrals are also welcome from neurologists, psychiatrists, neurosurgeons, physicians, and other mental health professionals.Brain Matters brings together clinical expertise in psychology and neuropsychology with experience across healthcare, academia, and the corporate world to provide personalised psychological and cognitive care for adults.