Our Story

CogMission was founded in 2017 by Charmaine Shepherd and Jean Dow. Both Charmaine and Jean have been working together for 10 years and collectively bring over 40 years of experience in treating complex conditions.

At CogMission, the approach for each client is personalised to identify and treat the underlying causes of Alzheimer’s Disease, Dementia, and Cognitive Decline. Charmaine and Jean are both highly qualified in their own speciality, they have also completed the recognised training to practice the principles and functional testing outlined by Dr. Bredesen and known as The Bredesen Protocol.

Our team

Charmain Shepherd

Charmaine Shepherd

Clinic Director
Functional Medicine Practitioner

Jean Dow

Jean Dow

Clinic Director
Functional Medicine Practitioner
Medical Herbalist

Unlocking the potential of brain health

Throughout our careers, we have seen the impact of improving our patients’ brain health. From memory loss to brain fog in menopause and dementia, patients have come to us feeling there may be little help available. They may have even been told they can’t do anything to improve their situation.

As scientific research understands more about the brain we now know that 50% of dementia cases could be avoided regardless of genetics. That brain health can be improved.

Our passion is seeing these changes in our patients.

We are delighted to be able to offer a range of services and targeted programmes to support you.

Jean Dow

Jackie Forbes

Clinical Advisor
DipCNM B.A. mBANT CNHCreg
Jean Dow

Joanna Bednarek

Patient Care Manager
IFM Health Coach
Charmain Shepherd

Neeraj Puri

Dentist

Our mission

At CogMission, our mission is to revolutionise brain health through comprehensive education, up to date research, and practical interventions, all delivered with compassion.

We are dedicated to providing solutions that empower individuals including women facing cognitive challenges, to enhance their brain function and maintain active, fulfilling lives.

By supporting dementia sufferers with strategies aimed at stabilisation and improvement, we strive to offer hope and improved quality of life. Our commitment extends beyond our patients to their families and communities, fostering a culture of awareness and proactive brain health management.

As pioneers in this field, we aim to set new standards of care and be a beacon of hope, compassion and expertise for all.