Blog
Usha Patel, Neurocognitive Therapist and Director of Raviv Practice London shares her first-hand experience of working with children /adults and the latest research and upcoming events in her series of blog posts.
Why Cogmed working memory training can fail
Here, at Raviv Practice London, we have developed a new method that shows more valuable data about the positive effects taking place. While we still use Cogmed as an objective measure, we have also introduced our own, more subjective, measure in the form of a questionnaire.
Are you worried about how your child will do in their SATs or 11+?
Exams can be an extremely stressful time for both children and parents. So, why it is that every time you see your child, they are staring at their phone? Surely, they should be revising!
Are you worried about your child and their behaviour?
Are you worried about your child and how they behave at home and/or at school? Don’t worry - you are not alone, and help is at hand. The first step in addressing that behaviour is understanding it.
“My child is in the 99th percentile for reading but he is not able to tell me when he is hungry or thirsty”
Some children excel academically but struggle to recognise basic needs like hunger or discomfort. Learn how building body awareness through simple practices and therapies like the safe and sound protocol can improve emotional wellbeing and connection.
How making you part of the Safe and Sound process can help you and your child make a positive change
You may have heard about The Safe and Sound Protocol and how much it can help children who are neurodivergent or have special needs. However, our experience shows that working with parents first make a huge difference.
The social engagement system
Social connection helps us feel safe, but for children with autism, it doesn't always come naturally. Learn how Dr. Stephen Porges’ Safe and Sound Protocol uses the social engagement system to reduce sensory overload and support meaningful connection.
My daughter jumps every time the vacuum cleaner goes on
My daughter jumps every time the vacuum cleaner goes on. She is scared of going to places where there is an electric hand drier, and she cries when there is an abrupt loud noise.
What is executive functioning and how to identify the weak areas?
Does your child have problems with finding homework, talking out of turn, or temper tantrums? He may have executive functioning problems. These skills help us manage daily life and deficiencies can lead to underachievement if not treated.
Why can't I concentrate?
An honest reflection from an adult with undiagnosed dyslexia and ADHD, revealing how focus issues shaped his life and how practical strategies and mindset shifts helped him overcome them.
How often should you repeat the Safe and Sound Protocol?
Parents have reported that their children were able to receive hugs for the first time without feeling overwhelmed.