Marta Gil González

I am an expert in clinical neuropsychology, and I develop my healthcare activity mainly in the School Learning Disorders Unit (UTAE) of the SJD Barcelona Children's Hospital. My work focuses on the diagnosis and intervention of neurodevelopmental disorders, such as ADHD, ASD or TDL, as well as specific learning disorders, such as dyslexia or dyscalculia. I also have experience in the neuropsychological approach to acquired brain injury. I complement clinical care with psychoeducational workshops for families, with the aim of providing practical tools that facilitate the educational and emotional support of children.

Currently, I combine my clinical practice with a PhD in Neurosciences at the Neurometabolic Diseases Unit of the Hospital. My research project is based on the cognitive and emotional impact of rare metabolic diseases from an integrative perspective, combining clinical neuropsychology with advanced translational research to improve the diagnosis and treatment of patients.

I understand neuropsychology as a discipline that cannot be limited to the study of the brain: it is essential to take into account the person's environment, temperamental characteristics and individual vulnerability factors that may influence their neurodevelopment. Each child, each family, brings a unique story that needs to be listened to and understood holistically, and it is through personalised interventions that we can help them meet their challenges and achieve their full potential.

Training

• Accreditation as an Expert in Clinical Neuropsychology, Col·legi Oficial de Psicòlegs de Catalunya and Consejo General de la Psicología de España.
• University Master's Degree in General Health Psychology, Universidad a Distancia de Madrid, 2020.
• ADOS-2. Accreditation for clinical use of the Autism Diagnostic Observational Schedule instrument, 2019.
• Master’s in Child and Adult Clinical Neuropsychology, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, 2019.
• Degree in Psychology, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, 2014.

Scientific activity

• Coordinator of the Child Neuropsychology Working Group at the Col·legi Oficial de Psicòlegs de Catalunya (COPC).
• Researcher in clinical trials at the Institut de Recerca Sant Joan de Déu (IRSJD) and with projects of the Neurometabolic Diseases Unit.