Your Questions, Answered

  • Dr. McLaren offers comprehensive neuropsychological medico-legal, capacity, and diagnostic assessments.

    Assessments usually take around four hours and are followed by a detailed report that address the referrers and client’s needs and questions.

    Dr. McLaren sees clients from his consulting room at the Myers Street Family Medical Centre and can also travel to clients throughout Central, Northern, and Western Victoria

  • Getting started is simple. Please use the contact form to contact Dr. McLaren. Alternatively, email Dr. McLaren directly at brendan@bmcneuropsych.com.

    When making contact, please include your name, contact details, and some information about the type of neuropsychology service you are seeking (e.g., a neuropsychology/cognitive assessment for your NDIS client to assist with service planning).

  • The exact pricing for a neuropsychology assessment and report or other neuropsychology services from Dr. McLaren can vary slightly depending on the funding source.

    NDIS, ADF, and TAC clients are billed at the standard rates for those services.

    Dr. McLaren’s rate for privately funded clients is $230/ hour, which is below the Australian Psychological Society recommended fee of $318/ hour.

    Travel is charged at standard NDIS, ADF, and TAC rates or at $230/ hour for privately funded clients.

    A clear quote of your expected fee will be provided to you before any services are provided.

  • Dr. McLaren works with clients using a polite, honest, and non-judgemental approach. He aims to respond promptly to communication and deliver services that are comprehensive and timely.