In our ongoing series 'Clinician Spotlight,' we learn more about all the amazing clinicians at Newton Neuropsychology Group. We sit with Dr. Paul Andrick in this installment to learn more about him!
What drew you to Neuropsychology?
My strong desire to help others and use Science and human connection to foster positive growth drew me. I loved the idea of not using a deficit-based model but focusing on the whole person with a strengths-based approach to leverage those abilities and help individuals grow to achieve their own goals and see success across different areas of their lives. In addition, I have always had a strong curiosity about how people think, learn, grow, and interact with others in their world.
So, I got my feet wet in psychology, and I loved that, but neuropsychology gave me a chance to take a step forward by allowing me to integrate many different aspects: clients’ histories, self-reporting, consulting with collaterals, and using the testing data to draw conclusions and make accurate diagnoses. Being able to integrate all of that into one comprehensive document was a really unique opportunity. I was able to help clients in a different way than I had in the past, give them a solid roadmap for their clinical and psychological makeup, and provide them with a tailored list of recommendations to help them achieve their goals.
I have enjoyed incorporating both therapy and assessment as part of my clinical orientation and practice. During my internship years, having both therapy and assessment in my repertoire helped me use each to guide the other. It’s helpful to be able to base recommendations on my therapeutic work or on evidence-based practices in neuropsychology.
What parts of your work do you enjoy the most?
It is rewarding to form relationships with other people, with families and clients, and to provide strengths-based collaborative care that empowers individuals rather than just looking for a “deficit or needs-based” approach.
Also, helping them reach their goals through therapy and/or assessment and seeing that change. I enjoy forming that relationship and trust, then seeing clients and families take control of their own lives. It is awesome to see them extend the work into the real world.
What do you hope clients can gain from working with you?
I hope clients can be able to have more of a sense of hope and direction for the future for their kids or themselves and determine what the best supports are, whether it’s at school or at home. I hope clients can really be able to pinpoint or hone in on their top priorities towards improving the things that they are concerned with. I strive to empower them with the tools and strategies to be able to live more successful and happier lives. I want people who work with me to feel heard and respected and that they have a safe space to process through their challenges while also receiving compassionate, evidence-based care.
Outside of work, what do you enjoy doing?
I enjoy being outdoors, exercising, and being around family and friends. I’m also really into sports, golf, snowboarding, hiking, fishing, traveling, and cooking.
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