Paediatric Neuropsychology Services in Edinburgh
Dr Kirsten Verity
Consultant Paediatric Clinical Neuropsychologist & Clinical Psychologist
BSc, DClinPsy, CPsychol, AFBPsS
Specialities
Acquired Brain Injuries
Epilepsy
Mental Health
Neurobehavioural Needs
Paediatric Neuropsychology
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Therapeutic Approaches
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
Neuropsychological Assessment
Systemic Therapy
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Location
Edinburgh - South East Scotland and surrounding areas
Remote (on-line​)
A Bit About Me
Dr Kirsten Verity is a Clinical Neuropsychologist with over two decades of experience in paediatric neuropsychology and mental health. As an associate with NeuroKids, Dr Verity brings expertise in supporting children and young people with acquired brain injuries, epilepsy, ADHD, and neurobehavioural challenges. Her work emphasises the integration of CBT, systemic approaches, consultation, and liaison to deliver comprehensive care that addresses the unique needs of each child within their family and educational systems.
Dr Verity holds a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of Glasgow and is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Clinical Psychologist. She has served as the Paediatric Neuropsychology Service Lead in NHS Lothian since 2004 and is the Co-founder and Project Lead of PAVES (Psychology Adding Value Epilepsy Screening). In this capacity, she has led innovative initiatives to enhance neuropsychological care for children and young people, particularly in neurological and neurodevelopmental contexts.
Dr Verity is actively involved in advancing the field of paediatric neuropsychology. She sits on committees for the Faculty of Paediatric Neuropsychology and the Division of Neuropsychology Scotland, both part of the British Psychological Society. As an honorary lecturer at the University of Edinburgh, she contributes to postgraduate psychology courses, sharing her expertise with the next generation of clinicians. Her research contributions include publications in peer-reviewed journals and consultation on multicentre neuropsychology research projects.
At NeuroKids, Dr Verity’s collaborative approach and evidence-based practice ensure high-quality care for children and families navigating the challenges of neurological conditions. Her dedication to mental wellbeing, innovation, and systemic support makes her a vital part of the team, helping children achieve meaningful progress and improved quality of life.
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Neuropsychology Services
Our specialist team is neuropsychology led, with clinical and educational psychologists working collaboratively to support the cognitive, emotional, behavioural, social, and educational needs of children and young people. We work closely with case managers to ensure interventions align with rehabilitation goals and support therapeutic and legal processes.
We support children’s mental health needs with evidence-based approaches like cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), systemic therapy and trauma-focused interventions. Therapeutic provision is goal focused to promote well-being and empower children and families to manage challenges effectively.
Through assessments and tailored interventions, we support children and young people to manage educational challenges, develop skills and achieve their full potential. We work with families and educational professionals to foster positive relationships and promote inclusive practices.
We conduct in-depth assessments to identify cognitive strengths and challenges, providing information to inform interventions and rehabilitation. Assessments address needs such as behaviour, learning, memory, attention, executive functioning, and social-emotional regulation.
We specialise in working in the medico-legal setting providing expert witness neuropsychology and educational psychology assessments. delivering comprehensive evaluations, impartial reports, and tailored rehabilitation recommendations. We assist both Claimants and Defendants, providing unbiased opinions to inform legal proceedings.
At NeuroKids, we offer exceptional care and support for children and young people, with services tailored to their therapeutic and medico-legal needs through a comprehensive, development-focused approach. We pride ourselves on offering:
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Specialist Leadership​
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Highly Qualified Practitioners​
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Child-Centred & Needs-Led Approach ​​
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Comprehensive Medico-Legal Expertise​
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Collaborative Care​
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Transparent & Measurable Outcomes
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Liaison & Support