NEURO-PHYSIOLOGICAL PSYCHOLOGY
Welcome to Reflex Connect, a space to learn more about the INPP method, neuro-physiological psychology and how these methods can potentially help your child reach their utmost potential.
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We welcome you to read through the testimonials and research available on the website, and if suitable fill out the INPP Screening Questionnaire available above.
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The INPP Method is based on over 45 years of pioneering research, expertise and practice which has investigated and helped children to resolve physical factors underlying neuro-developmental, learning and behavioural problems.
ABOUT THE OWNER
Stephen Kirwan, NDT
Stephen Kirwan is the owner and head practitioner at Reflex Connect and a neuro developmental therapist. He trained in The Institute for Neuro Physiological Psychology (INPP) in Chester, UK. His qualifications allow him to assess for neuro-motor immaturity and prescribe a programme of movement exercise to remediate the difficulties manifest from neuro motor immaturity (NMI). He predominantly works with children between 6-12 years, though the therapy can apply to those younger and older.
TESTIMONIALS
Parents Recommend
Very Happy & Relieved Parents
Before our son started school we had no major concerns about his development. His speech was slow and he had poor attention, we considered this to be 'normal for boys' and that it would develop naturally. We knew he was a bright child so we were not overtly concerned. It wasn't until our son started school that his issues really became apparent.
He struggled to learn to read and write and pay attention. He struggled to make friends and his speech remained slow to develop in line with his peers. My son did not meet the criteria for a psychological assessment and we were happy that it was not the appropriate course for us to take.
At the same time he was struggling and needed some intervention. We discovered neurodevelopmental therapy through word of mouth. Following the screening process he fit the criteria for assessment.
The assessment found our son to be Neuro Motor Immature. We commenced a programme over the course of 15 months. It really was remarkable to see our son develop quickly over the course of the programme. He quickly became more adept academically, completing his homework independently and he developed an appetite for reading, particularly Roald Dahl and David Williams. My sons speech improved and he developed a strong vocabulary way past his age appropriate expectation.
Most importantly my son has developed friendships and is now a very happy playing with 'all the boys'. He has improved in sport as his gross motor skills have improved significantly also. Myself and my husband are so grateful that we discovered Neurodevelopmetal therapy. We are amazed by the outcome and again so grateful for the positive life changing effects that his has brought into my sons life.
Very happy and relieved Parents.
Grateful Parent
Neurodevelopment therapy has had a huge impact on my nine year daughter, prior to starting neurodevelopment therapy she was struggling in school, reading, writing and remaining focused on the task at hand was proving difficult for her.
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Also she as struggling socially, joining in with her class mates and developing relationships was a challenge for her and starting to affect her confidence.
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Having successfully completed 12 months of therapy including music therapy her confidence has soared. Developing relationships with classmates, engaging effortlessly with peers and has joined the local soccer team. Learning has become much less challenging with all aspects of school work have improving.
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It’s almost as if she was a caterpillar in a cocoon, unable to fully develop and having invested 12 months in to the neurodevelopmental therapy has emmerged in to a butterfly.
Grateful Parent.
We Haven't Looked Back
My 10-year-old daughter has always had a difficult time with friendships, bullying, and managing heightened emotions. She’s a deep thinker with a very busy mind and often struggles to self-regulate. Emotionally, it’s been a tough road, and she wasn’t reaching out for help.
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My sister mentioned Stephen to me, and as soon as I looked into Reflex Connect I knew it was for us. Speaking with Stephen I immediately found him incredibly easy to talk to. He’s genuinely interested in both you and your child as people.
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We booked an appointment over a year ago and we haven’t looked back since. Stephen explained all the different reflexes and how they impact emotional and physical development. My daughter was treated for hip dysplasia as a toddler and missed out in the natural phase of reflex integration.
While I may not remember every name of the relex what I do know is this: within the first few months, my daughter began to settle. She made new friends was much kinder to herself, opened up more, and slowly began to release the ball of anxiety and stress that had been building inside her.
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She even started going to birthday parties where bullies were present – and enjoyed herself without letting it ruin her time. Her balance improved noticeably when we went for our follow up appointments with Stephen. Daily excerise is important and both parents and child need to do it together. On some level, she instinctively understood that something was shifting and connecting inside her. She went from going into Stephen head down not very chatty to nearly skipping in the door to see a friend!
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Now, as we near the end of the process, I can honestly say I am so grateful for what Stephen does. He is people-focused, brilliant at what he does, and just an incredibly genuine person who has a gift and is great at what he does. If you’ve read his website and are considering filling out the questionnaire – don’t think twice. You won’t regret it.