Neuropsychologist
Lourdes Abarca Fernández
Lourdes Abarca Fernández works in developmental assessment and child and adolescent neuropsychology. At AlfaBeta she carries out autism assessments in English and Spanish. Her work brings together developmental history, clinical observation and the tools indicated in each case, with a feedback appointment aimed at understanding the needs of the child or adolescent and their family.
- Registration
- 36599 · COPC
- Languages
- Spanish · English
- Training
- Master’s in Child and Adolescent Neuropsychology, Universitat de Barcelona.
(Background)
Full CV
Training, experience, teaching and publications, as listed in each professional’s CV. Spanish degree titles are kept in brackets where a translation could suggest a different professional qualification.
Academic training
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Master’s in Child and Adolescent Neuropsychology, Universitat de Barcelona.
2023 – 2025 -
Master’s in Neuropsychology, Universidad de Salamanca, Spain.
2013 – 2014 -
Master’s in Early Intervention (Maestría en Estimulación Temprana), Universidad Santa Paula, Costa Rica.
2008 – 2009 -
Degree in Psychology with a clinical focus (Licenciatura en Psicología), Universidad Latina de Costa Rica.
2006 – 2007
Professional experience
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Neurodevelopment specialist in the psychology team of the research project “A new diagnostic and therapeutic approach to ASD based on genetic, immunological and inflammatory markers” (MISIONES 2024 call).
2025 – 2026 -
Founder and practitioner at Giggles, Psicología y Atención Temprana. Early intervention, family support and neuropsychology.
2013 – present -
Neuropsychologist, CIAP – Integrated Clinic of Psychiatry, Psychology and Pedagogy, Hospital CIMA Costa Rica. Assessment and rehabilitation plans for children, young people and adults.
2015 – 2019 -
Neuropsychologist at Centro Yvirá, Centro de Especialidades Integrales.
2015 – 2017 -
Neuropsychologist and early intervention, Centro Desarrollando Mentes.
2010 – 2015 -
Early intervention and psychology, Centro Bright Minds.
2008 – 2011 -
Clinical psychology, Centro de Especialidades Psicológicas, Costa Rica.
2009 – 2010
Courses and certifications
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ADI-R interview certification, Weill Cornell Medicine.
2022 -
Introductory course on the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM).
2021 -
ADOS-2 certification, IGAIN Institute – Universitat de Barcelona.
2020 -
International Positive Discipline for Families certification.
2018
Teaching
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University lecturer, UNED Costa Rica. Courses on Neurodevelopment, Child Neuropsychology and Developmental Assessment in the preschool years.
2018 – 2021 -
University lecturer, Universidad Latina de Costa Rica. Courses on Early Intervention, Psychology of the School-age Child and Psychology of Human Development.
2018 – 2019
(Contact)
Ask about an autism assessment
What to tell us
- The reason for consulting, in a few words
- Your preferred language
- Your availability
You do not need to send reports or clinical details through these channels to ask for an appointment. Before booking, we explain the appointment format, fees and relevant conditions.
- Message us on WhatsApp +34 638 676 824
- Call +34 638 676 824
- Send an email info@alfabetapsicologia.com
- Via Augusta, 42, mezzanine floor, door 3 · 08006 Barcelona · Where we are
AlfaBeta provides outpatient care. If a situation needs more intensive care, we can advise on appropriate services. The practice does not provide an emergency service.