Email: mark.vickers@hexagonpsychology.ca

Mark (he/him) is a licensed/registered psychologist in New Brunswick (#701) and Prince Edward Island (#116). He specializes in completing assessments to better understand individuals’ mental health, behavioral, attention, learning, and psychosocial needs to support children, youth, and adults at school, work, and in other areas of their life. He is particularly experienced in handling complex cases, including children/youth who require tertiary and wraparound care. Mark is also skilled in offering gender-affirming care, including WPATH assessments, collaborative care, affirmative counseling, and family education.

In addition, Mark offers therapeutic interventions for anxiety and related disorders like obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and selective mutism. He also works with clients with depression, eating and feeding concerns, sleep problems, and emotion regulation. Mark is experienced in supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and other neurodevelopmental disorders.

Mark has worked in various settings, including schools, community mental health clinics, private practice, and non-profit organizations. He also enjoys supervising practicum students and psychometrists. In his personal time, Mark enjoys listening to music, traveling and attending concerts, competing in trivia nights and spending time with friends, family, and his cat, Miles.

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Email: jessica.friesen@hexagonpsychology.ca

Jessica is a Registered Psychologist who obtained her Masters in Psychology from Walden University as well as a Bachelor’s in Developmental Art and one in Education from the University of Calgary. She finished a residency program which allowed her to work with diverse populations using modalities such as CBT, DBT, ACT, IFS and EFT by working with couples, families, groups, and individuals and children of various ages.

Jessica has experience in Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorders, anger management, burnout, learning difficulties, Dyslexia, anxiety, depression, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorders, life-cycle changes, career/goal planning, and boundary work to name a few.

Jessica is a lifelong learner and enjoys engaging in research and continued education. She takes long walks with her dogs, spends time with her family, and loves reading and writing. She has self-published 3 books so far.

Email: jessica.friesen@hexagonpsychology.ca Jessica is a Registered Psychologist who obtained he... Read More

Email: amy.donovan@hexagonpsychology.ca

Amy is a Registered Psychologist with a Bachelor of Education (Elementary) from Memorial University of Newfoundland and a Master of Education in School and Applied Child Psychology from the University of Calgary. Amy has been in the field of education for over 10 years and has held a variety of roles including classroom and learning support teacher, in addition to school and system-based leadership positions.

Amy’s background in education naturally led her to pursue graduate work aimed at supporting exceptional learners. She has experience in consultation, psychological assessment, and intervention with children, adolescents, and adults in relation to a range of issues that impact learning and overall functioning including Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Intellectual Disabilities, Autism, Specific Learning Disorders, Giftedness, Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma. With the goal of building on existing strengths and natural support systems, Amy works collaboratively to maximize potential, and develop advocacy skills and resiliency.

Passionate about early intervention, Amy particularly enjoys working with young children to help them achieve their full potential and thrive. Amy is a strong advocate for the power of play, not only as a therapeutic approach but as an essential component necessary for learning and overall healthy growth and development.

Amy is a mother of 4 and enjoys an active lifestyle. In her spare time, she enjoys travel, gardening, and exploring new restaurants in and around the city. in and around the city.

Email: amy.donovan@hexagonpsychology.ca Amy is a Registered Psychologist with a Bachelor of Educ... Read More

Email: claire.mcguinness@hexagonpsychology.ca

Claire McGuinness is a Registered Provisional Psychologist and a Doctoral Candidate in the School and Applied Child Psychology program at the University of Calgary, where she also earned her Master of Science degree. Her doctoral research focuses on building a model of student engagement that incorporates protective factors such as resilience, flourishing, and academic motivation.

Claire is skilled in delivering psycho-educational and social-emotional assessments in both private practice and school-based settings. She also conducts autism assessments with consultation. Claire has extensive experience assessing and diagnosing conditions such as attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), learning disorders, intellectual disabilities, language disorders, anxiety, and depression. In her counselling practice, Claire works with children, teens, and adults, taking a strength-based and collaborative approach to support individuals in understanding their unique learning, emotional, and behavioural profiles.

Passionate about fostering growth and well-being, Claire helps children and youth thrive academically, socially, emotionally, and behaviorally, while also providing meaningful support to adults through tailored assessments and counselling services.

Outside of her professional work, Claire enjoys baking, going for runs, and rescuing animals.

Email: claire.mcguinness@hexagonpsychology.ca Claire McGuinness is a Registered Provisional Psyc... Read More

Email: kaleem.khan@hexagonpsychology.ca

Kaleem is a Registered Psychologist who earned his M.Sc. in School and Applied Child Psychology from the University of Calgary. His graduate research and specialized clinical training focused on workplace stress and its impacts on workers, their families, and their parenting abilities.

From research to practice, Kaleem aims to understand mental health presentations in various contexts and perspectives. His clinical training focused on the identification of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), learning disabilities, anxiety, depression, and giftedness in children and adults. To address the accompanying reading challenges in special populations, Kaleem has run reading intervention groups including children and adolescents with ADHD and autism. Kaleem also holds certification in providing empirically supported intervention for first responders (Before Operational Stress) and is passionate about effective methods of fostering resilience in response to challenging experiences across the lifespan.

As a long-time respite care worker, Kaleem initially became aware of the unique family struggles of families with autistic and developmentally disabled children. After his undergraduate degree, Kaleem spent over five years learning the rigorous ins and outs of evidence-based assessment in various psychological practices. In various research roles, he coordinated data collection for large scale multidisciplinary studies, and published and contributed to peer-reviewed research involving psychosocial outcomes in cancer survivors, intergenerational trauma, and child neurodevelopmental outcomes related to stress during pregnancy.

Kaleem lives in Calgary with his partner Jacqueline, spending his free time practicing yoga, perfecting cooking techniques, and bonding over video games with his niece and nephew.

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Email: michelle.deen@hexagonpsychology.ca

Michelle is a Registered Psychologist who obtained her Master of Education in School and Applied Child Psychology from the University of Calgary.

She has over seventeen years of experience as a special education teacher and school psychologist, has worked in several school boards within Alberta, and has served on various province-wide committees with a focus on mental health initiatives.

Michelle uses a collaborative, strength-based approach when working with youth, their families, and various support systems to complete psychological assessments and facilitate comprehensive intervention planning. Specifically, she has extensive training and experience conducting psychological assessments in the areas of Intellectual Disabilities, Specific Learning Disorders, Giftedness, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Anxiety, and Depression.

Michelle is a Clinical Supervisor with the Werklund School of Education at the University of Calgary and has provided supervision for graduate students in the Master of Education in School and Applied Child Psychology program. She has also provided professional development on various topics, including Threat Assessment, Suicidal Ideation, Non-Suicidal Self-Injury, Psychological First Aid, Executive Functioning, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Stress, Academic Resiliency, and Anxiety.

Michelle lives in Calgary, she is a dog lover, a Canada C License coach and an avid Manchester United supporter.

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Email: abdullah.bernier@hexagonpsychology.ca

Abdullah is a Registered Provisional Psychologist and obtained his M.Sc. in School and Applied Child Psychology from the University of Calgary. His graduate research focused on the resettlement experiences of refugee parents who have children on the autism spectrum. His dissertation research will also aim to serve families of children/adolescents on the autism spectrum.

Abdullah has received formal training in the assessment of various standardized measures throughout his graduate program. He has received quality training in delivering psycho-educational assessments under the supervision of registered psychologists in both clinical and school-based settings. In addition, Abdullah has over 8 years of experience working with children and adolescents with various developmental conditions, particularly autism.

Abdullah lives in Airdrie with his family and loves to spend time in the mountains as much as possible. He enjoys rock-climbing, weight-training, the outdoors, as well as the occasional video-gaming session whenever he gets a spare moment.

Email: abdullah.bernier@hexagonpsychology.ca Abdullah is a Registered Provisional Psychologist a... Read More

Email: tom.zaniecki@hexagonpsychology.ca

Marriage and Family Therapist and Registered Social Worker Tom has almost 25 years of experience in counseling various client groups, couples and families, mental health issues, developmental disabilities and youth justice. He is a graduate of Loma Linda University in California with a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy. He is trained in all systemic theories (structural, family of origin, experiential, brief solution focus, and attachment theory), and “non-systemic” therapeutic approaches (DBT) Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, (EMDR) Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, (CBT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and (MI) Motivational Interviewing. Tom is a Registered Social Worker in Alberta since 2001 and he practices in a client-supportive and non-oppressive manner, believing that clients have a right to make their choices, living the way that leads to their spiritual fulfillment and happiness. He is keenly aware of multiculturalism and the societal silencing of marginalized minorities, including LGBT, religious or ethnic minorities. He strives to give voice to their wishes and needs they seek. His clients are encouraged to request therapy that fits their needs in what is discussed and when, and how the process needs to be shaped. Tom provides positive and unconditional regard towards all his clients as persons requiring respect, empathy, validation and support in their current difficulties. His role is assisting all clients in the discovery of their strengths and healthy coping strategies, problem-solving, validating their goals, analyzing pros and cons, and supporting them as they carry them out. Tom’s special interests are: searching for personal meaning, spirituality and religious beliefs, loss and grief processing, trauma recovery and inner-child work, anxiety and depression, stress management, addictions and harm reduction, clear communication, and interpersonal boundaries.

Email: tom.zaniecki@hexagonpsychology.ca Marriage and Family Therapist and Registered Social Wor... Read More

Email: dillon.traber@hexagonpsychology.ca

Dillon is an experienced therapist who obtained his Master of Clinical Social Work degree with a specialization in Trauma-Informed Care from the University of Calgary. Dillon primarily provides therapy to children, youth, and young/emerging adults, with family therapy integrated where possible.

Dillon has worked within a multitude of different contexts and environments over the years as a therapist including criminal justice, education, and healthcare. In these endeavours, he has focused primarily on working with children, youth, and families in areas such as trauma, family conflict, relational breakdowns, clinical assessment, mental health, and many other complex areas of life. In addition to his therapeutic work, Dillon also provides clinical supervision for up and coming therapists, counsellors, and students.

Dillon is passionate about harnessing creativity and personally tailored treatment plans in his work and is dedicated to helping clients discover strategies that work for them. Over the past few years, Dillon has shifted his clinical focus towards adolescent development and working with young people in areas such as trauma, self confidence, identity formation, and fostering healthy relationships.

Dillon lives in Calgary and can often be found chasing after his dog, Logan – aren’t human dog names the best? In his spare time, he loves to build things in his garage and take on new creative projects (and hopefully finish a few soon).

Email: dillon.traber@hexagonpsychology.ca Dillon is an experienced therapist who obtained his Ma... Read More

Email: erica.larsen@hexagonpsychology.ca

Erica is a Registered Psychologist who completed her Master of Education in Counselling Psychology at the University of Lethbridge. She has more than 10 years experience working with children and families and is trained in providing play therapy. Erica has experience working in a variety of settings including community mental health, schools, non-profit organizations, and residential care.

Erica is passionate about helping young people connect with their authentic selves and reach their full potential. She strives to create a non-judgemental, compassionate, and understanding environment. Erica believes that all individuals have the capacity to thrive when they feel safe and supported to do so. She works from a client-centered framework and incorporates therapeutic interventions tailored to the individual to help clients achieve their own goals.

Erica resides in the Rocky View region. She enjoys hiking in the mountains and spending time with her husband, children, and dog Tucker. Erica is inspired by her family to spread love and kindness.

Email: erica.larsen@hexagonpsychology.ca Erica is a Registered Psychologist who completed her Ma... Read More

Email: aurelia.mir-orefice@hexagonpsychology.ca

Aurélia is a Registered Provisional Psychologist who obtained her M.Sc. in School and Applied Child Psychology at the University of Calgary. Her graduate research focuses on bilingualism and early literacy, specifically handwriting and vocabulary development. Additionally, Aurélia is fluent in both French and English, and can provide services in both languages.

Aurélia has received formal training in the use of various standardized assessment tools throughout her graduate program. She has received training in delivering complete psycho-educational assessments in both clinical and school-based settings. She has worked with children, adolescents and adults with various developmental, mental health and co-existing conditions. Aurélia hopes to create an inclusive, welcoming space for her clients.

Aurélia has lived in Montreal most of her life and is fully bilingual. Now that she lives in Calgary, she enjoys exploring the city in her free time. She has spent many years at the pool, competing and teaching swimming lessons to children and adults.

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Aurélia est une psychologue provisoire agréée qui a obtenu sa maîtrise en School and Applied Child Psychology à l’Université de Calgary. Ses recherches universitaires portent sur le bilinguisme et l’alphabétisation chez les enfants, en particulier sur l’écriture et le développement du vocabulaire. De plus, Aurélia parle couramment le français et l’anglais et peut offrir ses services dans les deux langues.

Aurélia a reçu une formation formelle en administration de divers outils d’évaluation standardisés tout au long de son programme d’études supérieures. Elle a été formée à la réalisation d’évaluations psycho-éducatives complètes, tant en milieu clinique qu’en milieu scolaire. Elle a travaillé avec des enfants, des adolescents et des adultes présentant divers troubles du développement, de la santé mentale et de conditions co-existantes. Aurélia espère créer un espace inclusif et accueillant pour ses clients.

Aurélia a vécu à Montréal la majeure partie de sa vie et est parfaitement bilingue. Maintenant qu’elle vit à Calgary, elle aime explorer la ville pendant son temps libre. Elle a passé de nombreuses années à la piscine, où elle a participé à des compétitions et donné des cours de natation aux enfants et aux adultes.

Email: aurelia.mir-orefice@hexagonpsychology.ca Aurélia is a Registered Provisional Psychologist... Read More

Email: jacob.fox@hexagonpsychology.ca

Jacob has years of experience working with adolescents and adults who are living with a variety of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, anger, grief, relationship issues and more.

Aside from his passion for helping those struggling with the aforementioned concerns, Jacob is comfortable with helping men struggling with problematic pornography use or other problematic acting out behaviours to understand and achieve freedom from their addictive patterns. Jacob is also comfortable helping families and couples achieve balance and harmony

Jacob takes an integrative approach to therapy, using reality therapy as a lense for therapeutic planning. In his experience, there is not a single box that a client can or should fit into, so you may see him use Gestalt exercises to externalize the troublesome emotion and de-pathologize your struggle. He may lead you in Mindfulness-based cognitive behavioural exercise to help you understand and accept the distressing emotions that distort your thoughts and give you homework to practice catching those thoughts before they turn to actions. Overall, Jacob believes that you are unique, and your therapy should be equally unique. That said, he believes the main vein of commonality between all clients is that they are all worthy and capable of peace and community with self and others.

Jacob is able to see adolescents and adults residing in Alberta, and he is able to see on either virtually or in-person.

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Email: candice.kutyn@hexagonpsychology.ca

Candice is a Registered Social Worker who obtained her Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Manitoba and is completing her Master’s of Social Work with a clinical specialization in trauma informed practice through the University of Calgary.

She has over 16 years of experience working with individuals with mental health and substance misuse. Her own history and healing from personal and intergenerational trauma lead her to a career in helping others on their own paths of resilience and post traumatic growth.

Candice understands that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy and healing, and uses a holistic approach, taking into account an individual’s entire story. This includes childhood experiences, family systems, relationships, trauma, oppression and the impacts of societal expectations. She has spent years developing her therapist’s toolbox so that she can apply different therapeutic approaches that are individualized to your specific needs.

Candice specializes in the areas of depression, anxiety, addiction and substance use, trauma, pre/post-natal mood disorders, pregnancy and infant loss, being stuck and finding yourself, codependency, perfectionism, shame, imposter syndrome and feelings of being not good enough, and supporting LGBTQ2S+ individuals.

Candice is an executive board member of the Airdrie Pride Society and is inspired by those living in authenticity. Candice is dedicated to giving back to the Airdrie community through volunteer work and involvement in important initiatives.

Candice has called Airdrie home for twelve years and shares her life with her three children and her cat named “Ruth Bader Catsburg.”

Email: candice.kutyn@hexagonpsychology.ca Candice is a Registered Social Worker who obtained her... Read More

Email: yvonne.hindes@hexagonpsychology.ca

Dr. Yvonne Hindes is a Registered Psychologist who obtained her Ph.D. in School and Applied Child Psychology from the University of Calgary. Her MSc. research primarily focused on resiliency and theory of mind in individuals with Asperger’s Disorder, and her Ph.D research focused on instrument construction, youth leadership, and program evaluation. More recent research interests and initiatives have focused on academic stress, psychological flourishing, and resilience in online university students.

Since completing her clinical training, Dr. Yvonne has gained 10+ years of extensive clinical experience through her work with public school boards, private schools, clinics, and private practice. Specifically, she has extensive training and experience conducting psychological assessments in the areas of Intellectual Disabilities, Specific Learning Disorders, Giftedness, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Conduct Disorder, and Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder. She takes a strength-based and collaborative approach to supporting to her clients.

In addition to her clinical work in the field of psychology, Dr. Yvonne has also held academic positions with Yorkville University, Athabasca University, and the University of Calgary. She has taught in both online programs and in more traditional in-person programs, and has taught over 100 courses, spanning different areas including, but not limited to, ethics, research, statistics, assessment, interventions, child development, mental health, and program evaluation. She has also provided supervision to Master’s and Ph.D students as well as provisional psychologists.

Dr. Yvonne currently lives in Calgary with her husband, David, and dog, Dora, and enjoys relaxing and spending time with them, but she is also a farm-girl at heart and enjoys spending time with her family at her parents’ acreage just outside of Red Deer. She is also an avid Calgary Stampeders and Flames fan.

Email: yvonne.hindes@hexagonpsychology.ca Dr. Yvonne Hindes is a Registered Psychologist who obt... Read More

Email: chris.pawluk@hexagonpsychology.ca

Chris is a Registered Psychologist who obtained his Masters in Educational Psychology from Massey University in New Zealand. He comes to Hexagon Psychology with over twenty years of experience working with children, youth, and adults. He is passionate about improving the life of his clients by giving them practical ways to manage their stress and emotions.

Chris has specific training and experience in the identification and treatment of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorders, anger management, stress, learning difficulties, Dyslexia, Intellectual Disabilities, emotional self-control, anxiety, depression, giftedness, and Autism Spectrum Disorders, to name a few.

Over the years, Chris has worked with universities across Canada to facilitate research projects and offer high-quality trainings for teachers, psychologists, speech pathologists, and occupational therapists. He also holds a Clinical Supervisor role within the Werklund School of Education at the University of Calgary for his continued supervision and mentorship of graduate students in the Counselling or School and Applied Child Psychology programs.

Chris is an avid photographer and often escapes city-life to spend quality time in the mountains or on trails. He enjoys spending time with his wife and family in Carstairs.

Email: chris.pawluk@hexagonpsychology.ca Chris is a Registered Psychologist who obtained his Mas... Read More

Email: andrea.rodgers@hexagonpsychology.ca

Andrea is a Registered Psychologist who completed her Master of Science in Educational Psychology with a specialization in School and Applied Child Psychology from the University of Calgary. Her graduate research and clinical training focused on Intervention and Assessment for adolescents and young-adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

For the past 10 years, Andrea has worked in the social services sector where she gained invaluable experience working as an Educational Assistant, Caseworker in Domestic Violence and Crisis Counsellor. These experiences helped to foster strong values of compassion, authenticity and advocacy, which are at the core of her current practice. In addition to private practice, Andrea currently works in schools providing Assessment, Intervention and Counselling.

Andrea applies her experience conducting psychological assessments for Learning, Social-Emotional/Mental Health, Giftedness, and Intellectual Disabilities. She brings specialized training and clinical experience in conducting assessments for Autism Spectrum Disorder. She is particularly passionate about working with teens and adults querying a diagnosis of Autism, allowing Andrea to provide diagnostic clarity and identify avenues for support. She also provides individual and group counselling operating from a developmentally appropriate, client-centered, and strength-based approach.

Andrea lives in Calgary and enjoys hiking, snowshoeing, taking dance classes and finding the best local swim spots for her Water Dog.

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Email: john.laing@hexagonpsychology.ca

John is a Registered Psychologist who completed his graduate training at the University of Calgary. John’s particular areas of interest are working with parents, youth/children, and individual adults who are having difficulty meeting their own goals because of issues related to ADHD, anxiety, depression, life stressors, family conflict, oppositional behavior and conduct problems, as well as trauma.

John began his career providing family-based mental health assessments and counselling to children, adolescents, and parents receiving support through a community-based treatment program. He also became known in the education system, as well as in private practice, for his work with caregivers, teens, and children who have ADHD and/or who exhibit significant lagging executive functioning skills. Throughout John’s time of working in education, he has developed expertise in conducting psychoeducational, mental health and behavioral assessments, as well as in developing recommendations for student support plans.

John is often called to provide psychological consultation to teachers, school administrators, medical and mental health professionals, as well as parents. He is a revered public speaker in the areas of mental health and academic research.

John lives with his common-law partner, Hollie, and their two young children in Airdrie, John enjoys being active, including playing hockey, spending time outdoors with his family, and going on motorcycle trips with his family and friends each summer.

Email: john.laing@hexagonpsychology.ca John is a Registered Psychologist who completed his gradu... Read More

Email: sarah.nugent@hexagonpsychology.ca

Sarah is a Registered Psychologist who completed her graduate training at the University of Calgary. She has more than ten years of clinical experience working with clients and families in private practice, school, employment, and agency-based settings. She has worked in various roles as a school psychologist, social skills facilitator, expert consultant, supervisor, and university instructor.

Sarah’s focus is client-centred, strength-based, and holistic in nature to best understand strengths and differences inherent in an individual. This not only helps with identity affirmation but also fosters resiliency to approach life’s obstacles with newfound knowledge and strength.

Sarah specializes in the assessment of complex presentations across the ages of preschool to adults. She has a keen interest in the assessment of individuals who have ‘fallen through the cracks’ in society in terms of diagnosis and treatment. She is a strong advocate for this population and is well-known across schools, doctors, and community organizations.

Sarah adopts creativity in her therapeutic approach to embrace a client’s neurodiversity. She works in a collaborative manner to involve the client and those close to them to find ways to play to their strengths while also managing their differences. This helps to foster a supportive community for the client and can include involvement from the client’s school, parent, romantic partner, or other health professionals.

Email: sarah.nugent@hexagonpsychology.ca Sarah is a Registered Psychologist who completed her gr... Read More

Email: shirley.meijaard@hexagonpsychology.ca

Shirley is a Registered Social Worker who obtained her Master’s of Clinical Social Work with a specialization in infant, child and adolescent mental health from the University of Calgary. Shirley is a Registered Play Therapist with Association for Play Therapy and Certified Play Therapist with the Canadian Association for Play Therapy (CAPT).

Shirley has dedicated the past 11 years to working collaboratively with children and their families in a variety of community settings including: youth centre, youth secure custody, women shelter, elementary and high schools, youth probation, child protection, outpatient mental health and crisis mental health.

Shirley specializes in treatment with children and adolescent who experience challenges such as: impulse control, attention difficulties, anxiety, sadness, grief and loss, relationship challenges, troubles managing emotions, and managing stress. Shirley is passionate about meeting clients where they are at along with building on their expertise and collaborating together to reach mutual goals.

Shirley lives in Airdrie with her husband and two dogs Willow and Quinn. Shirley enjoys spending time her free time camping, kayaking, and hiking with friends and family.

Shirley has called Airdrie home for the past 4 years with her husband and two dogs Willow and Quinn. Shirley enjoys spending time in the outdoors by camping, kayaking, and hiking.

Email: shirley.meijaard@hexagonpsychology.ca Shirley is a Registered Social Worker who obtained ... Read More

marisa.vanbavel@hexagonpsychology.ca

I am a registered psychologist and hold a PhD in School and Applied Child Psychology from the University of Calgary. My graduate research focused on the strengths and resilience of Indigenous youth, with an emphasis on community-based programming and culturally rooted mental health supports.

With over eight years of applied experience, I began my career supporting youth in group care by fostering a safe and nurturing environment. This invaluable work shaped the core values I carry into my practice today—empowerment, compassion, social justice, and equity. My expertise spans psychological assessments, school-based interventions, and consultation with children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in supporting individuals with mood and anxiety disorders, giftedness, and neurodevelopmental differences such as Autism, ADHD, Intellectual Developmental Disorder, and Learning Disorders.

Assessments are a significant investment of time and energy, and I take great pride in ensuring the process is comfortable, meaningful, and provides answers to questions you may have wondered about for years. My approach is strengths-based and collaborative, ensuring that every client feels heard and supported throughout their journey.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time outdoors hiking and running. I also love exploring local coffee shops and used bookstores.

marisa.vanbavel@hexagonpsychology.ca I am a registered psychologist and hold a PhD in School and... Read More