About Dr Farah Idu Jion
Dr Farah Idu Jion is a neuropsychologist practising at Private Space Medical in Singapore. Their stated areas of focus are: Anxiety, depression, sleep, chronic pain, trauma and grief; neuropsychological assessment and rehabilitation across the lifespan, including acquired brain injury, neurodevelopmental and neurodegenerative conditions and mental-capacity evaluation.
Qualifications (as publicly listed)
- Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology and Clinical Neuropsychology (University of Queensland)
- BSocSci (Hons) Psychology (NUS)
Professional registration
Registered Psychologist, Singapore Psychological Society (SPS); member, Australian Psychological Society (APS).
Where they practise
- Practice: Private Space Medical
What a neuropsychologist does
Neuropsychologists (and health/clinical neuropsychologists) specialise in how the brain affects thinking, memory, attention and behaviour. A core part of the role is detailed cognitive (neuropsychological) assessment — used in conditions such as ADHD, acquired brain injury, stroke, and neurodegenerative conditions like dementia, and for mental-capacity questions — alongside rehabilitation and support. Many also provide therapy for mood, sleep, pain and adjustment.
When to consider seeing one
Consider a neuropsychologist if there are concerns about memory, attention, thinking or behaviour — for example after a head injury or stroke, in a neurodevelopmental condition such as ADHD, or where dementia or a mental-capacity question is being assessed. A neuropsychological assessment gives a detailed picture of cognitive strengths and difficulties that guides diagnosis, support and rehabilitation.
What to expect at a first session
A first appointment usually involves talking through your concerns and history so the psychologist can understand what is happening and what you hope to achieve. For some needs — particularly learning, developmental or cognitive questions — a formal psychological assessment over one or more sessions may be recommended. You should leave with a shared understanding of the plan, whether that is a course of therapy, an assessment, or a referral. Sessions are confidential within professional and legal limits.
Psychologist or psychiatrist — which do I need?
Psychologists provide assessment and talking therapies but do not prescribe medication; psychiatrists are medical doctors who can diagnose and prescribe. Many people see one or the other, and sometimes both work together — for example a psychiatrist managing medication while a psychologist provides therapy. A GP can help you decide and refer you.
Fees and booking
Most private psychologists are booked directly, with fees charged per session (assessments, which take longer, cost more). Psychological therapy is generally not claimable the way medical treatment is, though some employer or insurance plans include mental-health benefits — check your coverage. Confirm current fees directly with the practice.
Common questions
Is Dr Farah Idu Jion a psychologist or a psychiatrist?
Dr Farah Idu Jion is a neuropsychologist — a psychologist, who provides assessment and talking therapy and does not prescribe medication. For medication, a psychiatrist (a medical doctor) is needed.
Do I need a referral?
Not usually for a private psychologist — most accept direct bookings. A GP referral can still help, especially if medication or a psychiatrist may also be involved.
Is what I share confidential?
Yes, within professional and legal limits. Psychologists keep sessions confidential, with limited exceptions (such as a serious risk of harm) that they will explain.
See also our directory of psychologists in Singapore and our mental health support guide.
Details can change — you can verify a psychologist’s standing with the Singapore Psychological Society (SPS) and the Singapore Register of Psychologists (SRP). Psychologists are not medical doctors and do not prescribe medication. This page is general information, not medical or psychological advice, and not a recommendation of any individual. See our editorial policy.
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