FAQs
Is this right for my child?
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We support children with a wide range of learning and developmental challenges, including dyslexia and reading difficulties, ADHD and attention difficulties, anxiety, sensory processing challenges, dyspraxia, handwriting difficulties, emotional regulation and meltdowns, and school readiness.
Rather than treating a label, we work with the foundations underneath these challenges. You can explore how we help here, or book a complimentary Discovery Call to talk through your child’s needs.
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Many of the families we see in Singapore come to us because their child can’t focus, is constantly on the move, or struggles to sit and complete tasks. Our approach works with the sensory and reflex foundations that underpin attention and self-regulation, which can make focusing feel less effortful over time. It is not a replacement for a formal ADHD diagnosis, but it can complement the support your child already receives.
Book a Discovery Call to see if it’s a fit.
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Reading and learning draws on far more than phonics — it relies on visual tracking, working memory, coordination and a regulated nervous system all working together. When a child has reading difficulties, dyslexia or other learning difficulties, we look beneath the action itself to strengthen these underlying foundations, alongside any literacy support they’re receiving at school or elsewhere.
Book a Discovery Call to talk through your child’s needs.
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Yes — supporting emotional regulation is central to what we do. When a child’s nervous system is stuck in a stress response, it can show up as anxiety, big meltdowns, or difficulty calming down.
By helping regulate the nervous system through reflex and sensory integration, many parents notice their child becomes calmer, recovers from upsets more easily, and copes better with everyday demands.
Read one parent's story in Beyond Behaviour: Understanding School Refusal Through the Body.
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We see mostly children and teens at the centre, but the MNRI® method works for all ages and all abilities — including adults or the elderly. We also run group programmes for kids and teens.
If you’re wondering whether it suits your child or yourself, book a Discovery Call and we’ll talk it through.
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If you’ve already tried several therapies, it’s completely understandable to feel cautious. In our experience, this approach works well for a wide range of children because it targets challenges at the root: connecting brain and body through sensory and reflex integration.
We specialise in the Masgutova Neurosensorimotor Reflex Integration (MNRI)® method, which uses movement, touch and other techniques to integrate and repattern reflexes that may not have fully integrated or developed. This helps regulate the nervous system and supports emotional and physical well-being, and many parents report positive change after just a few sessions.
You can read more about MNRI® or visit the Svetlana Masgutova Educational Institute.
How it works
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Primitive reflexes are automatic movements babies are born with that should naturally integrate as the brain develops. When they don’t fully integrate, they can interfere with learning, coordination, focus and emotional regulation.
We specialise in the Masgutova Neurosensorimotor Reflex Integration (MNRI)® method, which uses gentle movement and touch to help these reflexes integrate and repattern — supporting the foundations underneath so many everyday challenges. You can read more about MNRI® treatment here.
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Our approach complements medical diagnosis or therapies such as occupational therapy, speech therapy or psychological support. We work alongside your child’s existing team, and we always encourage you to seek a professional diagnosis where appropriate. Many families use our sessions as one part of a broader support plan.
MNRI is used in many clinical settings in the US, Europe and other parts of the world. At Neural Connections, we also offer Speech Therapy sessions right at our centre as part of an integrative approach.
If you’re unsure whether it’s right for your child, a Discovery Call is the best place to start.
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Most parents report noticeable improvements, including better sleep, calmer regulation, and gains in focus, coordination or confidence, depending on the child.
Because the brain is neuroplastic and treatment prompts some neural change, a few children go through a short adjustment period as their nervous system re-patterns. This is a normal part of the process, and we’ll guide you through what to expect.
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Every child is different, so there’s no fixed number. Some families notice positive changes within a few sessions, while others work with us over a longer period depending on their child’s needs and goals.
Consistency is also key to improvements.
We’ll discuss what to expect during your Discovery Call and review progress together as we go.
What to expect in a session
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The first session is a mix of initial assessment and treatment and lasts 50 minutes. We spend around 30 minutes on reflex and development assessment, and around 20 minutes in discussion with you.
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Each treatment session lasts 50 minutes and includes a mix of active movement (both on and off the table) and touch/body therapy on the table. Every session is tailored to what your child needs on the day, which is why no two sessions look exactly alike.
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We share techniques and strategies for you to practise at home between sessions. The brain loves repetition, so working through these protocols between visits, depending on your capacity and availability, helps accelerate your child’s growth.
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Yes, of course! We strongly encourage parents to be part of the session — you are your child’s first point of co-regulation, so your involvement makes a real difference, and we believe in supporting the whole family through the process.
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During the 50-minute appointment, we spend around 30 minutes on the reflex and development assessment and around 20 minutes on a parent discussion. You might want to bring something to keep your child occupied during the discussion (a book, colouring, a toy, play doh, or a quiet musical toy).
Please note there’s no food allowed at the centre, so make sure your child has a light snack beforehand.
Booking, fees & location
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If you’re a new client, please start with a Discovery Call, a complimentary 20-minute phone conversation about your concerns for your child and whether treatment is a good fit.
If you’d like to book your first consultation after your Discovery Call, book here.
If you’re an existing client, book your session here.
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It depends on what your child requires. You can see if this is the right treatment for you by booking your initial Discovery Call is a complimentary 20-minute phone consultation.
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We have a 72-hour cancellation policy. You’re free to reschedule via the scheduling link up to 72 hours before your appointment.
If your child is sick, we can reschedule with a medical certificate. Any cancellation within the 72-hour window without a medical certificate means the session will be forfeited.
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Appointments take place at the Neural Connections Centre, 199A Thomson Road, Goldhill Shopping Centre, Novena.
Use the staircase marked with our Neural Connections banner (alongside Math Monkey and Roboto Academy), on the flight facing the courtyard seating area.
Our unit is on the second floor, up a short flight of stairs (no elevators).
See the photos and videos on our Location page for guidance, and please allow extra time if you’re new, as nearby construction can slow traffic.
Driving: nearest parking is at Goldhill Plaza or United Square.
Grab / private hire: drop off outside the carpark gantry to Goldhill Plaza (no grace period for private cars).
MRT: nearest station is Novena.
Bus: services 21, 56, 57, 131, 131A, 141, 166, 851, 980 stop nearby.
Eager to make a change?
Contact us to discuss your needs with us today.