Cognitive Rehabilitation
One Exercise at a Time
Created by Maureen C. Del Giacco, Ph.D., LCAT — a licensed Mental Health Professional, Creative Arts Therapist, and a Certified Cognitive Rehabilitation Specialist based in Albany, NY (12205), with over 20 years experience helping people with her award-winning cognitive rehabilitation program, Del Giacco Neuro Art Therapy. This cognitive rehabilitation program combines the use of art to first awaken the brain and cognitive exercises to strengthen the brain's ability to be productive and heal with the process of neurogenesis.
Personal Recovery
30+ cognitive exercises for personal recovery
- Memory Help
- Attention to detail help
- AI sets up your program
- Just let AI guide you
- 30+ core exercises
- All 10+ cognitive domains
Para-professionals
Training for support staff & caregivers
- Certification training
- Use with your clients
- Del Giacco Neuro Art Therapy
- 1 year program access included
- Save $600 vs. monthly subscription
- Payment options available
Use this program with family members; provide daily exercises. Monitor progress and use AI to help set up your programs. You will have access to telehealth. Excellent for individuals in assisted living.
Professionals
Full Cognitive Rehab Specialist training
- Certification training
- Use with your clients
- Del Giacco Neuro Art Therapy
- 1 year program access included
- Up to 50 clients
- Telehealth
- Save $300 vs. monthly subscription
- Payment options available
Platform Only
For already-licensed professionals
- No training required
- Up to 50 clients
- Private access & records
- Full exercise library
- Telehealth with client program development
- Payment options available
What You Can Improve
Target the cognitive domains that matter most to you.
Attention & Focus
Sharpen sustained and selective attention through targeted exercises.
Memory & Recall
Strengthen working memory, short-term, and long-term recall abilities.
Processing Speed
Improve how quickly you absorb and respond to information.
Executive Function
Enhance planning, organization, and cognitive flexibility.
Language Skills
Build verbal fluency, comprehension, and communication abilities.
Math & Numeracy
Reinforce numerical reasoning and everyday calculation skills.
Visual-Spatial
Improve spatial awareness, pattern recognition, and visual processing.
Emotional Intelligence
Develop emotional awareness, empathy, and social cognition.
Creativity
Stimulate creative thinking and novel problem-solving approaches.
Reaction Speed
Train faster, more accurate responses to stimuli.
Problem-Solving
Build strategic thinking and analytical reasoning skills.
Functional Independence
Support everyday cognitive skills for greater autonomy and confidence.
Whether you're recovering from injury, managing cognitive challenges, or optimizing your mind — Neuro RiseUp is designed for you.
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Structured cognitive rehabilitation designed specifically for TBI survivors to rebuild focus, processing speed, and daily independence.
Concussions & Brain Tumors
Gentle, progressive exercises that support recovery from concussions and the cognitive effects of brain tumors.
Cancer & Chemo Survivors
Targeted training to help overcome 'chemo brain' — rebuilding memory, attention, and mental clarity after cancer treatment.
Professionals Supporting Clients at Home
A ready-to-use tool professionals can give their clients for at-home practice, helping them build independence between sessions.
Stroke Survivors
Rebuild cognitive function and regain independence after stroke recovery.
Older Adults
Maintain cognitive sharpness and support memory health.
Students & Learners
Improve focus, working memory, and study skills to enhance academic performance.
Veterans & First Responders
Support cognitive resilience and recovery from service-related neurological impacts.
Caregivers
Support your loved one's cognitive journey with resources and guidance.
What Makes Us Different
The only cognitive rehabilitation platform built by a TBI survivor and licensed creative arts therapist — combining proprietary art-therapy methods, Fatigue Awareness training, self-care support, and integrated telehealth into one compassionate, research-informed journey.
Neuro-Art Therapy Integration
Unique therapeutic drawing component that activates the neural system before cognitive work, reducing fatigue and improving retention.
30+ Core Exercises with 50+ Paths
Highly customizable training routes tailored to individual needs, not a one-size-fits-all approach.
1,500+ Structured Interactions
Comprehensive scope designed by Dr. Maureen Del Giacco, Ph.D., LCAT — a cognitive rehabilitation specialist.
Fatigue-Aware Design
Built-in fatigue scoring helps users manage post-exercise symptoms and dynamically adjust difficulty based on daily energy levels.
12 Cognitive & Emotional Domains
Goes beyond memory and focus to include emotional intelligence, creativity, reaction speed, and functional independence.
Holistic, Nervous-System Centered
Designed around the nervous system's needs, making it gentler and more sustainable for people in recovery from stroke, TBI, ADHD, and aging.
How We Compare
Neuro RiseUp offers unique features designed specifically for neurological recovery
| Feature | Neuro RiseUp | Lumosity | BrainHQ | Constant Therapy | Happy Neuron |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Therapeutic Drawing Series | |||||
| Built by TBI Survivor | |||||
| Clinically-Informed Sequence | |||||
| Fatigue-Aware Progression | |||||
| Self-Care Hub Integration | |||||
| Therapist + Patient Platform | |||||
| AI Personal Coach | |||||
| Specialty Hubs (TBI, ADHD, Aging) | |||||
| Reality-Based Daily Living Tools | |||||
| 30+ Core Exercises | |||||
| Mobile App | |||||
| Progress Analytics |
Trusted by Clients & Clinicians
"Since working with the Neuro RiseUp program, there have been significant improvements in my ability to organize, plan, and structure my day compared to using another cognitive training program. I can now plan meals, create a structured morning routine, and manage my time more effectively, while also experiencing better focus and emotional calmness."
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Rise Up?
Have questions or ready to get started? We'd love to hear from you.
Dr. Maureen C. Del Giacco
Ph.D., LCAT — Cognitive Rehabilitation Specialist