About Neurocatalyst Center

Neurocatalyst Center provides psychological treatment for people navigating high-pressure situations where their words, behavior, and records may carry real-world consequences. This includes individuals involved in workers’ compensation claims, court-related matters, occupational stress, or other system-involved situations.

The focus of care is helping clients stabilize, regain clarity, and function effectively while navigating these circumstances—without escalating conflict or creating unintended complications.

Who This Practice Is Designed For

Many clients seek treatment at Neurocatalyst Center not because they are “falling apart,” but because they are operating under sustained stress, scrutiny, or uncertainty.

This practice is designed for people who are:

  • First responders or public safety professionals receiving treatment through workers’ compensation

  • Individuals involved in family court, custody, or mandated therapy

  • Professionals under investigation, review, or administrative oversight

  • People coping with trauma, injury, or prolonged stress that affects sleep, mood, focus, or relationships

Care is practical, structured, and grounded in evidence-based treatment.

Dr. Ariel Place

Dr. Ariel Place, PsyD, LPCC, is the founder of Neurocatalyst Center. She works with clients whose psychological stress is shaped by work-related injury, trauma exposure, legal involvement, or other high-stakes circumstances, including workers’ compensation and court-involved contexts.

Dr. Ariel’s clinical style is calm, structured, and deliberate. Treatment focuses on helping clients regulate stress responses, process trauma when appropriate, and improve day-to-day functioning while navigating complex external systems. Sessions are paced carefully, with attention to both clinical needs and real-world implications.

Dr. Ariel is a member of Sigma Alpha Pi (doctoral chapter of the National Society of Leadership and Success), the doctoral chapter of the Golden Key International Honour Society, and Chi Sigma Iota, the Counseling Academic and Professional Honor Society. These affiliations reflect a commitment to professional excellence, ethical practice, and ongoing development within the field of psychology and counseling.