About BrainUp Center

Our Mission and Philosophy

BrainUp Center, established in 2023 in Petah Tikva, Israel, was founded with a profound belief in the boundless potential residing within every child. Our creation was driven by a commitment to offer advanced, scientifically-backed neuropsychological approaches to development and correction, helping children and adults overcome various learning, developmental, and behavioral challenges.

Our core mission at BrainUp is to empower individuals to unlock their true abilities and achieve personal growth. We strive to foster harmonious intellectual, emotional, and personal development, equipping each person with self-confidence and a lifelong readiness for learning and adaptation. We are dedicated to applying only the latest scientific achievements in neuropsychology and child development to deliver highly effective and personalized assistance.

We provide comprehensive support, from early development groups for the youngest learners to rehabilitation programs for individuals who have experienced organic brain damage. This ensures a holistic pathway to a fulfilling life, with every program designed to meet unique needs and facilitate optimal progress.

What is Neuropsychology?

Neuropsychology is a science that explores the intricate relationship between the brain's structure and function, and human behavior and cognitive processes. It delves into how different areas of the brain influence core mental abilities such as attention, memory, thinking, speech, perception, and emotional regulation.

A key aspect of neuropsychology is its ability to identify unique individual characteristics of brain functioning through comprehensive diagnostics. These assessments help pinpoint areas of strength and areas that may require support, providing a detailed 'brain profile'. Based on this understanding, neuropsychological correction aims to develop and optimize these functions, facilitating the formation of new neural connections (neuroplasticity) and strengthening existing ones. This process is crucial for improving learning abilities, enhancing cognitive control, and fostering better adaptation to daily life.

Neuropsychologists work with a wide range of challenges. Through targeted sessions, we help individuals with difficulties in areas like attention and concentration, memory problems, speech disorders, reading and writing difficulties (e.g., dyslexia, dysgraphia), hyperactivity, impulsivity, and emotional instability.

Our Approach

At BrainUp Neuropsychology and Child Development Center, our approach is founded on a deep understanding of the brain's structure and function, and the intricate connection between brain activity and human behavior. We integrate modern scientific advancements in neuropsychology and child development to deliver highly effective and personalized support.

Individualization

We develop highly individualized development and correction plans tailored to each child's unique needs and parental goals. This personalized approach ensures maximum effectiveness, with programs available in any language.

Scientifically-Backed Methods

Our practice is exclusively based on modern scientific achievements in neuropsychology and child development. We apply only proven and effective tools, including specially developed author's games and exercises, ensuring innovative and validated solutions for development and correction.

Holistic Development

We provide comprehensive neuropsychological development, focusing on all cognitive functions: memory, attention, thinking, speech, and intellect. We also emphasize interhemispheric interaction, gross and fine motor skills, and sensory integration. Our approach integrates creative and therapeutic methods like sand, aroma, and art therapy to make sessions engaging and effective, and we nurture emotional and volitional spheres.

Effectiveness & Support

Our methods yield impressive results, with visible progress often seen after just 5 sessions. We are committed to continuous support, providing consultations on child care and upbringing to empower parents with effective tools for ongoing development.

Who We Help

At BrainUp, our specialists are dedicated to supporting a wide range of individuals through targeted programs and focused work in:

Developmental Disorder Correction & Brain Injury Rehabilitation

We provide comprehensive support for children diagnosed with various developmental disorders such as ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder), ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder), Global Developmental Delay (GDD), Speech and Language Delay, Down Syndrome, and others. Additionally, we offer qualified assistance to individuals recovering from organic brain injuries (e.g., stroke, accidents), helping them regain lost functions and return to a fulfilling life.

Neuropsychological Development & Early Learning

We help children improve fundamental cognitive functions such as attention, memory, thinking, speech, perception, and overall intellect. We also focus on enhancing interhemispheric interaction, crucial for complex learning, effective information processing, improved coordination, and better emotional regulation. Our programs benefit adults looking to enhance speech quality, information processing speed, interhemispheric interaction, and language learning abilities. We offer engaging early development groups for children aged 1 to 4 years, stimulating comprehensive growth through play and creative activities. We also provide consultations for parents on child care and upbringing, equipping them with effective tools for continuous support.

Educational & Creative Courses and Workshops

We offer specialized educational courses aimed at developing essential academic skills, including reading, writing, mathematics, computer science, and more. Additionally, we develop and produce our own unique proprietary educational games, tasks, and methodological guides for children of all ages, as well as for parents and specialists in education and child development (educators, teachers, speech therapists, psychologists, etc.). We also organize engaging, educational, and beneficial workshops integrating art, craft, and play to foster cognitive functions, sensory integration, and emotional well-being.

Our Team of Specialists

The success of our center is built on a team of highly qualified specialists dedicated to their work. Each of us possesses profound knowledge and many years of experience in neuropsychology and child development.

Alona Raskin

Alona is a highly qualified neuropsychologist with many years of experience working in various child development centers, including experience in opening her own centers. She specializes in designing and implementing effective developmental and corrective programs, helping children overcome challenges and achieve their full potential.

Alona graduated from North Caucasus Federal University with a specialization in Clinical Psychology, focusing on Neuropsychology. She had the privilege of studying under renowned neuropsychology scientists such as T.V. Akhutina, Zh.M. Glozman, L.S. Tsvetkova, and A.V. Semenovich. Alena has also completed numerous additional courses and advanced training programs in speech therapy, neurorhythmics, defectology, and other areas, constantly enhancing her qualifications. She is a participant in many practical conferences and the author of numerous articles in the field of neuropsychology and developmental psychology.

George Raskin

George is a specialist in child development and an art therapist. He is also a co-author of BrainUp's unique methodologies, applying innovative approaches to stimulate cognitive functions and enhance interhemispheric interaction for optimal learning and growth.

George gained deep knowledge in developmental psychology and child psychology through extensive studies and practical research, including at the "Specialist" Center at Bauman Moscow State University.

Beyond his work in child development, George is a professional academic musician (pianist), having studied at the Central Music School (CMS) at the Moscow State Tchaikovsky Conservatory, and subsequently at the Conservatory itself. He also possesses pedagogical education and experience, which complements his diverse and holistic approach to development.