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Caz Lyall
PhD, MA, MSc , BSc
Neurology, Learning Difficulties, Mental Health, Care of the Elderly
Introduction
I qualified as an Occupational Therapist in South Africa in 1988. I have experience in a variety of acute and rehabilitation settings in South Africa, the UK and Australia, but have specialised in neurology since 1993, working with clients with a wide range of neurological disorders, including brain injury and stroke. I also have a special interest in cognitive dysfunction. After working as a Head Occupational therapist and lecturer in neurology I now work as a Consultant Occupational therapist and psychotherapist.
I currently work in a private practice as a Consultant Occupational therapist (since 2001) and Psychotherapist (since 2008). My psychotherapy work involves a wide range of both short and long term clients and requires the use of a variety of psychological approaches according to the needs of the client.
I joined Somek and Associates in 2001 and have written many reports for the Medico Legal Services, being instructed by both Claimant and Defendant. My case work involves the detailed assessment of clients with neurological or psychological problems, such as traumatic brain injury, stroke and post traumatic stress disorder. I have also given oral evidence in Court. I have undergone training in the medico-legal process and am fully aware of my responsibilities under the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) pertaining to Expert Witnesses.
Professional Affiliations
UK Council for Psychotherapy
Professional Education
Registration Number: HPC OT18193
2008 PhD Medicine, University College London
Doctoral study on the impact of caring for spouses that have suffered a stroke. This specifically involved a longitudinal study of how carers’ expectations influenced their psychological wellbeing one year post their spouses’ stroke
2007 MA (with distinction) in Transpersonal Psychotherapy, De Montfort University
The research involved a study examining the impact of traumatic brain injury on sibling relationships.
2002 Foundation Course in Counselling and Psychotherapy, The Centre for Counselling and Psychotherapy Education
1996 MSc in Neuro-rehabilitation, Brunel University
1988 BSc in Occupational Therapy, University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa
Academic Awards
♦ Byers Memorial Fund Award
♦ Hospital Savings Association PhD Scholarship
♦ Elizabeth Casson Award
♦ Constance Owens Award