Blake W. Saurels is a Neurologist based in QLD, Australia. He works with people who are trying to understand how their brain works, especially when they notice differences in how they form mental images.
Aphantasia is one of the main areas he helps with. It’s when a person can’t picture things in their mind the way others often can. Some people describe it as “no images,” even when they try to imagine something clearly, like a familiar place, a face, or a scene from a story. For others, it can feel more like the images just don’t show up.
In many cases, a first appointment is about getting clear on what’s going on and what’s normal for them. People come in after years of wondering why their experience feels different. Others notice changes after stress, illness, or life events, and they want answers that make sense. Blake looks at the bigger picture in a calm, practical way, so the discussion isn’t rushed and no one feels brushed off.
Neurology can sound big and technical, but the goal is simple: help you make sense of your symptoms and next steps. That might mean checking for related issues, talking through daily impacts (like remembering, studying, or using imagination), and working out what support could help. At times, it’s also about reassurance. When people feel heard, they often leave with a clearer plan for what to do next.
Education details and research information aren’t listed here, and there aren’t any specific clinical trials provided. If you’d like to know more about his background, publications, or whether there are any studies you might fit in with, it’s best to confirm directly with the practice.