NeuroClinic and Assessments, LLC is a private neuropsychology and psychology practice primarily servicing Lake and McHenry Counties in Illinois. We specialize in neuropsychological testing for adolescents, adults and geriatric patients, as well as psychotherapy for adults and geriatric patients.

Dr. Joshua LaVigne
Our team is led by Joshua LaVigne, PhD, a licensed clinical neuropsychologist, who specializes in administering neuropsychological testing. Because he specializes in administering neuropsychological testing, we can bring a high level of expertise to patients with brain injury or other cognitive difficulties, including distinguishing between Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. We also work with adolescents and adults as brain issues can occur across the lifespan. Our comprehensive, data-based evaluations give our patients peace of mind when faced with uncertainty, difficult decisions, or unexpected changes in functioning. Our goal at NeuroClinic and Assessments is to work with individuals and their families to uncover and better understand any conditions that might be impacting their functioning and to help guide them in their next steps.
A thorough, empirically-based evaluation administered by a neuropsychologist is the best way to determine the cognitive functioning and potential level of care patients require. Our accurate and reliable evaluation reports detail each patient’s level of cognitive functioning, answering questions that are vital for care and treatment.
Dr. LaVigne founded NeuroClinic and Assessments with a passion for patient care. He is a member of the National Academy of Neuropsychology and the Society for Clinical Neuropsychology (APA’s Division 40). He is a current board member and former president of the board for Mental Health Resource League, a non-profit organization that raises money for mental health treatment causes in McHenry County. He is the physician sponsor for the McHenry County chapter of Think First, a national brain and spinal cord injury prevention program. He is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Hospital in McHenry and Woodstock. He is also a member of the Leadership of Greater McHenry County, the McHenry County Task Force on Aging, and the McHenry County Traumatic Brain Injury Task Force.

 

Dr. Kelly Gustafson
Kelly Gustafson, PsyD, is a licensed clinical psychologist who has a specialization in health and rehabilitation psychology. She is the rehabilitation psychologist and neuropsychologist at Northwestern Medicine Hospital in McHenry, where she provides therapy and brief cognitive testing for the patients on the acute rehabilitation unit. She also provides therapy and neuropsychological testing for individuals in rehabilitation centers, long-term care facilities, assisted living facilities, and her outpatient office at NeuroClinic and Assessments in McHenry. She has specialized training and experience working with patients who suffer chronic medical and pain conditions, strokes, grief and loss, and adjustment to difficult life situations.

She has extensive training in the mind-body connection, using mindfulness as a way to help individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, and emotional and physical pain find a sense of healing. Life often takes unplanned and unwanted turns that can leave us unprepared and uncertain about our life and future. Dr. Gustafson assists patients and their families with finding clarity, peace, and calmness during these stressful periods. The therapeutic modalities she uses include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness training, and hypnosis.

Dr. Gustafson is affiliated with the American Psychological Association (APA), The American Association of Pain Management (AAPM), Illinois Psychological Association (IPA), Psychologists in Long-Term Care (PLTC), and the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis (ASCH).

 

 

Dr. Nicole Garcia
Dr. Garcia is currently completing her neuropsychological postdoctoral fellowship at NeuroClinic and Assessments in McHenry, Illinois. She received her Psy.D from Adler University where she studied the quality of life of older adults with mild cognitive impairment. Dr. Garcia has conducted research regarding the efficacy of a specific cognitive training program with regard to aging adults and presented that research at the Midwestern Psychological Association.

Dr. Garcia specializes in conducting neuropsychological evaluations for adolescents, adults, and older adults. She focuses on providing quality care to enhance the individual’s quality of life. Dr. Garcia takes an integrative approach and will work with the patient to identify what recommendations, interventions, and approaches are best for that individual person while also maintaining dignity and promoting autonomy. Her comprehensive and thorough empirically-based evaluations aim to provide clarity for their concerns while also tailoring recommendations to the individual’s needs as well as those of their family.

 

 

 

 

Dr. Jayna Harthan
Jayna Harthan, Psy.D is a licensed clinical psychologist who received her Doctoral Degree from Midwestern University in Downers Grove, Illinois. After receiving specialized training in PTSD and other trauma-related disorders – during her postdoctoral fellowship at Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center in North Chicago, Illinois, – Dr. Harthan worked in a variety of settings including, VA Medical Centers, community mental health centers, long-term care facilities, and private practice.

Dr. Harthan has extensive training and experience in neuropsychological testing and assessment providing neuropsychological testing to adolescents, adults, and older adults. She uses an evidenced based approach and provides a supportive, calm environment to her patients, as she realizes that certain topics are difficult to discuss. She also emphasizes a trusting relationship to foster growth. Dr. Harthan helps patients become aware of their issues and identifies the tools they need in order to effectively deal with those issues.

 

 

 

 

 

Nicole Perry
Nicole Perry, LCSW, ACHP-SW is a licensed clinical social worker specializing in working with adults of all ages experiencing chronic illness, terminal health conditions, cognitive impairment, and issues with adjustment to difficult life circumstances. She also specializes in providing support and treatment for grief and loss, anxiety, and depression. Nicole provides therapy for individuals in rehabilitation centers, long-term care facilities, assisted living facilities and in her outpatient office at NeuroClinic & Assessments located in McHenry, Illinois.

Nicole has a background in a continuing care retirement community specializing in the skilled nursing, including a memory care unit. She also has work experience in hospice and palliative care as well as health care administration. Most recently, Nicole has taught bachelors and masters of social work classes in clinical practice, mediation, human development, working with older adults, medical social work, and other topics. She has published an e-book in collaboration with the California State University Shiley Institute for Palliative Care. Nicole is a member of the National Association of Social Workers.

Nicole has knowledge on a range of medical conditions and the psychosocial effects of illness as well as interventions to provide support during these conditions. Her therapeutic approach focused on tailoring therapy interventions to best meet client needs and includes approaches such as person-centered, cognitive behavioral and reminiscence therapy.