Holly Nelson
Clinical Neuropsychologist
Board-Approved Supervisor
Holly is a Clinical Neuropsychologist specialising in comprehensive neuropsychological assessments across the lifespan, with particular expertise in ADHD, autism, learning difficulties, intellectual disability, and co-occurring conditions.
She is also a Board-Approved Supervisor with a passion for supporting the growth of psychology students, registrars, and established clinicians. ​​
"Be curious, not judgmental"
Approachable clinical neuropsychology assessment and supervision
Assessments
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Holly has extensive experience in conducting neuropsychological assessments for conditions that affect brain functioning, neurodivergence, and mental health concerns, such as:​
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Traumatic brain injury
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ADHD
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Autism
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Learning difficulties (including dyslexia, dyscalculia, and dysgraphia)
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Intellectual disability
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Epilepsy
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Dementia
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PTSD and cPTSD
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Anxiety
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Depression
ASSESSMENT APPROACH
Holly creates a collaborative and non-judgmental assessment space for her clients. She is committed to a neuro-affirming and gender-affirming approach, ensuring every person feels respected and understood throughout the assessment process. Assessment reports are tailored to the individual to provide valuable insights for clients, families, and support teams. Reports can be tailored to assist with applications for the Disability Support Pension (DSP) and the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
Supervision
EXPERIENCE
​​Holly’s supervision experience spans university and private practice settings, with a focus on assessment-based practice. She currently serves as a Duty Supervisor for The Institute of Social Neuroscience telehealth psychology clinic and as a Placement Supervisor for the ​University of Queensland's Master of Clinical Neuropsychology course. She also holds an Adjunct Fellow position at Macquarie University and has previously worked as the Assessment Team Supervisor at Amherst Psychology, private practice.
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SUPERVISION APPROACH
​Holly aims to provide a supportive, collaborative, and reflective supervision space designed to meet each supervisee’s individual learning needs and professional goals. ​She is passionate about supporting psychologists at all stages of their careers. She welcomes provisional psychologists, including those completing postgraduate qualifications or an internship program. Holly is also approved as a primary and secondary supervisor for neuropsychology registrars. Finally, she enjoys supporting registered psychologists wishing to upskill or seek consultation in assessment-focused practice.​
Qualifications
EDUCATION
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Master of Clinical Neuropsychology – Macquarie University
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Bachelor of Science (First-Class Honours) – The University of Western Australia
MEMBERSHIPS
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ADHD WA — Professional Member
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WA Autism Diagnosticians’ Forum
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Mental Health Professionals’ Network
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Australian Paediatric Neuropsychology Research Network
REGISTRATIONS
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Registered Psychologist (Clinical Neuropsychologist Endorsement) — AHPRA
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Board-Approved Supervisor — AHPRA
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Working with Children Check (WA)
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Service Provider — Insurance Commission of Western Australia (ICWA)
Contact
Holly is available for assessments at Biio via telehealth or in-person at the Subiaco location. Please get in touch with the practice directly to enquire about assessment services:
https://www.biio.com.au/practitioner/holly-nelson
Holly is available for clinical supervision via telehealth. Please use the form below to send a supervision enquiry.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY
Holly respectfully acknowledges the Whadjuk people of the Noongar Nation as the Traditional Custodians of Boorloo (Perth), the land on which she lives and works. She is committed to providing culturally safe and respectful psychological services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF DIVERSITY
Holly aims to provide a collaborative, non-judgmental, and supportive space for both clients and supervisees. She values and respects diversity in all its forms, including race, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, neurotype, physical ability, and gender identity.
