Dr Luke Smith is a Melbourne based clinical neuropsychologist who consults throughout Victoria and Tasmania. He has experience in dementia, movement disorders, acquired brain injury, psychiatric and mental health conditions, and general neurology for adults and older adults. Luke’s considerable years of experience in behaviour management support adds a unique dimension to his neuropsychological practice. Luke also has a passion for education and skills training, and has presented workshops and seminars for clients, families, service providers and educational institutions on a range of topics across Australia.
Luke Smith Neuropsychology
Neuropsychological Assessment
A neuropsychological assessment objectively measures a person’s cognitive and behavioural functioning. The term ‘cognitive’ refers to abilities such as concentration, thinking, learning, memory, problem-solving and reasoning. More specifically, the assessment is designed to characterise a person’s cognition and behaviour in order to identify any symptoms that might be due to a medical condition, neurological injury…
Behaviour Management Support
Behaviour and personality change is a common symptom of many neurological and psychiatric conditions. These changes often cause significant stress for the person with the condition, their family and service providers. The behaviour support process draws on evidence-based behaviour management methods to reduce the impact of any concerning behaviours and monitor interventions over time. This…
Education and Skills Training
Dr Luke Smith has a passion for education and skills training. He has presented workshops and education sessions for clients, families, service providers and educational institutions on a range of topics across Australia. He has particular expertise in providing training in neurodegenerative conditions, cognitive strategies and behaviour management support. He is also a mindfulness tutor…
