Dr Amy Lee
Senior Clinical Neuropsychologist
BSc (Hons), DPsych (ClinNeuro)
Background and Experience
Amy is a Clinical Neuropsychologist at the Child and Adolescent Neuropsychology Group. She obtained her Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Neuropsychology at Monash University and is registered with the Psychology Board of Australia with endorsement in Clinical Neuropsychology. She also has experience working in clinical research roles at the Royal Children’s Hospital and Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, working with children and adolescents who are neurodivergent and/or have mental health challenges.
Clinical Interests
Clinically, Amy is particularly interested in working with neurodivergent children and adolescents, including those who are autistic or have ADHD, intellectual disabilities, and/or learning disorders. She is also interested in understanding and supporting the emotional wellbeing and mental health challenges which these young people may experience, including low self-confidence and self-esteem, emotion and behaviour dysregulation, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive traits, and depressed mood.
In addition to conducting assessments to understand her clients' strengths and support needs, Amy provides neuropsychological intervention, where she works collaboratively with neurodivergent children and their families to develop strategies that promote their wellbeing.
Research Interests
Amy’s postgraduate research was focused on understanding learning disorders in primary school aged children, including investigating the thinking skills of children with language and reading difficulties. She has also been involved in conducting research into ADHD and depression in paediatric populations.
Practice Philosophies
During assessments and intervention, Amy values working closely with young people, their families, and other supporters to develop a holistic understanding of the young person's strengths, interests, challenges, and support needs. Her approach is thorough, collaborative, and flexible, and she works hard to ensure that the young person and their family feel heard and understood when they work with her. Central to Amy’s approach is emphasising the voices and experiences of neurodivergent individuals. She also enjoys working collaboratively with educators and other professionals involved in the child's care, recognizing their important role in supporting the young person on a daily basis.
Extra About Me
Outside of work, Amy loves walking with her golden retriever and playing with her two cats. She is also a keen Essendon fan. When time permits, you may find Amy reading or playing games and relaxing with her husband and two children.
Latest Publications
Franklin, T., Lee, A., Hall, N., Hetrick, S., Ong, J., Haslam, N., Karsz, F., & Vance, A. (2010) The Association of Visuospatial Working Memory with Dysthymic Disorder in Pre-Pubertal Children. Psychological Medicine, 40, 253-261.