Steph Macllwaine – Neuropsychologist – Parktown

Steph Macllwaine – Neuropsychologist – Parktown

Dr Steph Macllwaine is a Clinical Psychologist & Neuropsychologist at MemoryCare Parktown, where she has practised since 2016. She earned her Master’s Degree in Neuropsychology from the University of the Witwatersrand, building on her undergraduate training in psychology and neuroscience. During her early career, she completed clinical placements in both private and public settings, specialising in neurocognitive assessment, trauma recovery, and memory rehabilitation.

Moreover, Dr MacIlwaine co-developed the clinic’s signature memory rehabilitation workshops, which blend structured cognitive exercises, lifestyle coaching, and peer support. Furthermore, she led the integration of advanced digital cognitive testing platforms to track changes in memory, attention, and executive function with precision. Consequently, her leadership has driven continual innovation and raised clinical standards across the multidisciplinary team.

In addition, she mentors junior clinicians through weekly case-review seminars and skills-building workshops, ensuring that each assessment and intervention reflects best practices. Her research focuses on early intervention in cognitive decline and on translating complex neuropsychological data into clear, actionable care plans. Ultimately, Dr MacIlwaine combines rigorous expertise with genuine empathy to empower patients and families toward lasting cognitive wellness.

Services

• Neurocognitive Assessment
  She conducts structured clinical interviews, collateral-history reviews, and validated rating scales to establish accurate diagnostic profiles.

• Neuropsychological Reporting
  She delivers detailed reports with diagnostic impressions, functional recommendations, and personalised cognitive rehabilitation strategies.

• Cognitive Rehabilitation Therapy
  She designs tailored programmes that blend computer-based exercises with real-world skill training to restore and enhance cognitive function.

• Memory Rehabilitation Workshops
  She leads weekly group sessions combining targeted cognitive drills, multimedia exercises, and peer support to bolster memory resilience.

• Psychoeducational Programmes
  She creates customised education sessions for patients and caregivers on stress management, emotional regulation, and healthy ageing.

• Family Coaching & Systemic Therapy
  She applies family-systems theory to improve communication patterns and strengthen support networks around each patient.

• Telepsychology Consultations
  She offers secure virtual follow-ups for continuity of care and convenient access, especially for home-based or remote patients.

• Clinical Supervision & Training
  She mentors trainee clinicians and leads workshops on assessment methods, therapeutic techniques, and professional ethics.

• Crisis Intervention
  She provides prompt psychological support and safety-planning for individuals experiencing acute distress, ensuring immediate care when needed.

Additional Information

MemoryCare Parktown features a dedicated neurodiagnostic suite, a digital cognitive testing lab, and private assessment rooms, all designed for patient comfort and confidentiality. Consequently, individuals receive state-of-the-art evaluation alongside a supportive environment. Moreover, the clinic’s group workshop area supports immersive memory and skills-training sessions without compromising privacy.

The practice utilises a secure online portal for streamlined appointment scheduling, session reminders, and telepsychology links. Therefore, patients and families can coordinate follow-up visits or virtual consultations with ease. Regular multidisciplinary case reviews ensure that each treatment plan evolves to match patient progress and emerging research.

Furthermore, Dr MacIlwaine leads community outreach seminars on early detection of cognitive decline, caregiver resilience, and stress resilience across Johannesburg. These events foster supportive networks and raise public awareness beyond the clinic walls. Ultimately, she invites prospective patients and their families to schedule a consultation or join an upcoming workshop at MemoryCare Parktown. By taking this step, individuals begin a personalised journey toward lasting cognitive wellness under her expert, compassionate care.