Neurodiversity and APD
Dr Cristina Murphy, BSc, MSc, PhD ​
Dr Cristina Murphy is a Consultant Audiologist and Academic Researcher specialising in Auditory Processing Disorder. She has more than 20 years of experience working in the field of APD, including diagnosis and intervention. Her contributions to the field are clinical and academic, with several papers published in international peer-reviewed journals and presentations delivered as an invited speaker at national and international conferences. As a respected member of the Steering Committee of the APD Special Interest Group of the British Society of Audiology (BSA), she is well-connected and up-to-date with the latest advancements in the field.
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In addition to her work at THE APD CLINIC, she is a Visiting Lecturer at the Polytechnic Institute of Coimbra (Portugal) and Aston University, where she shares her knowledge and expertise with the next generation of audiologists.
The Specialist
Auditory Processing Disorder (APD)
Auditory Processing Disorder is characterized by problems in understanding what we hear, especially in acoustically challenging situations, such as in the presence of background noise, on the phone, or when many people talk simultaneously. Interestingly, the problem is not explained by hearing loss, as most individuals have normal hearing.
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The APD intervention involves an individualized management programme focused on changes in the listening environment, deficit-specific auditory training and implementation of compensatory strategies.
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What our clients are saying
"We used the APD clinic for a full APD assessment and hearing test for our 8 year old. Dr Cristina was fantastic throughout the whole process. She took the time to clearly explain things before and after the assessment and was more than happy to answer any questions. She was extremely kind and friendly to my 8 year old and put him at ease throughout the assessment which is quite lengthy for a child. If you’re looking for a clinic for a APD assessment then I would highly recommend Dr Cristina" (M.N.)
10 Harley Street
London W1G 9PF
Phone number: 020 7467 8353
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38 Harborne Road
Edgbaston
Birmingham B15 3HE
Contact only by email
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