Brain Injury and Concussion Treatment in Queens, New York

A concussion or brain injury can leave you feeling unlike yourself. Maybe your memory feels unreliable. Maybe concentrating takes more effort than it used to. You might feel mentally slower, emotionally reactive, or exhausted by tasks that once felt manageable.

These changes can be unsettling — especially when others can’t see what you’re experiencing.

At Center for Cognition & Communication, we provide Brain Injury and Concussion Treatment in Queens, New York through comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation and personalized cognitive therapy. Our goal is to help you understand what’s happening, clarify your strengths and challenges, and create a structured path toward recovery.

We approach care collaboratively, focusing on real-life functioning — not just test scores or symptom lists.

 

Who This Service Is For

Our Queens brain injury and concussion care is designed for individuals who have experienced cognitive or behavioral changes following injury or medical events.

This service may be appropriate if you:

• Sustained a traumatic brain injury (TBI)
• Experienced a concussion from a sports injury
• Were involved in a motor vehicle accident
• Had a workplace accident
• Experienced a fall or head trauma
• Notice cognitive changes after stroke, infection, or other medical conditions
• Require documentation for workers’ compensation, no-fault insurance, or lien-based cases

We work with adults and older adults and collaborate with families, physicians, attorneys, and other professionals when appropriate to support coordinated care.

 

What Clients Often Come to Us For

Many people seek support because something simply feels “off.”

Common concerns include:

• Memory problems
• Difficulty concentrating
• Slowed thinking
• Trouble organizing or planning
• Mood changes
• Increased irritability
• Difficulty returning to work or managing daily responsibilities

Brain injuries can affect both cognitive and emotional functioning. Even when imaging appears normal, subtle changes in attention, processing speed, or executive functioning may still be present. A structured evaluation can help clarify what’s happening.

 

Our Approach to Brain Injury and Concussion Care

Our care begins with a comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation using up-to-date, evidence-based methodologies.

This assessment examines brain function across areas such as:

• Memory
• Attention
• Language
• Executive skills
• Visuospatial abilities

The evaluation may include clinical interviews, standardized cognitive tests, paper-and-pencil tasks, and behavioral assessments.

How Evaluation Guides Recovery

Neuropsychological testing helps us:

• Identify cognitive strengths and weaknesses
• Determine the extent of impairment
• Clarify diagnosis when needed
• Guide individualized treatment planning
• Support return-to-work or return-to-school decisions
• Provide documentation for legal or insurance matters

Our focus is not just on identifying challenges. It’s on building a roadmap forward.

Cognitive Therapy and Rehabilitation

Based on evaluation results, we design a customized cognitive remediation plan.

Cognitive therapy may include:

• Targeted cognitive exercises
• Standardized computer-mediated tasks
• Paper-and-pen cognitive activities
• Compensatory strategy training
• Therapist-guided support
• Progress monitoring tools

When appropriate, cognitive behavioral therapy strategies may be incorporated to support emotional regulation and behavioral adaptation.

The purpose of cognitive therapy is to restore skills when possible and strengthen compensatory strategies when needed — supporting improved daily functioning and quality of life.

 

What Working With Our Practice Is Like

We are a group practice built on collaboration and individualized care.

Your First Step

We begin with an initial consultation to understand your history, concerns, and goals. If testing is recommended, evaluation sessions may take several hours and may occur over one or two appointments depending on complexity.

A Collaborative Team

Our team  includes:

• Neuropsychologists
• Clinical psychologists
• Rehabilitation specialists
• Brain trauma technicians

We collaborate with physicians, attorneys, educators, and families when appropriate to help ensure continuity and clarity of care.

Queens Location

Our Queens office is located at:

91-31 Queens Blvd, Suite #320
Queens, NY 11373

Office Hours:
Mon–Fri: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Sat–Sun: Closed

We accept:

• New York State Workers’ Compensation
• No-Fault Insurance (New York & New Jersey)
• Lien-based cases
• Private pay

Our administrative team assists with documentation and claims coordination to reduce stress around the process. We also provide this service in Manhattan for those seeking Brain Injury and Concussion Treatment in Manhattan, New York.

 

How This Service Helps

Brain injuries can impact work performance, relationships, independence, and confidence. Clear understanding is often the first step toward progress.

Through structured evaluation and personalized cognitive therapy, clients may gain:

• Greater insight into their cognitive functioning
• Practical strategies for daily tasks
• Improved attention, memory, and executive skills
• Support navigating legal or insurance documentation
• A defined recovery plan tailored to their goals

Our philosophy centers on one core value: <u>Patient Care, Our Priority</u>.

We aim to optimize functioning and help individuals reach their maximum potential — not simply manage symptoms.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does neuropsychological testing take?

Comprehensive evaluations typically take several hours and may be completed over one or two sessions, depending on case complexity.

Is testing helpful even if imaging is normal?

Yes. Neuropsychological testing can detect cognitive changes that are not always visible on imaging. It provides a detailed understanding of how brain function has been affected.

Who provides the evaluation and therapy?

Evaluations and therapy are provided by licensed clinical neuropsychologists and psychologists with specialized training in neuropsychology and cognitive rehabilitation.

Do you work with workers’ compensation or no-fault cases?

Yes. We accept New York State Workers’ Compensation, No-Fault Insurance (New York & New Jersey), lien-based cases, and private pay. Our team assists with necessary documentation.

 

Take the Next Step

If you’re noticing cognitive or functional changes after a brain injury or concussion, you don’t have to navigate it alone.

Get started with Center for Cognition & Communication

Support, clarity, and structured care are available — and we’re here to help.