High Point Psychology

It's almost time to head back to school! 🎒

Getting back into a routine can take a little time, but a few simple things can make the transition easier. Getting sleep schedules back on track, organizing school supplies, setting up a homework routine, and planning mornings ahead can all help make those first few weeks feel a little smoother. Swipe for some of our favourite tips!

Wishing everyone a great start to the new school year!

📚 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝗰𝗸, 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀 & 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗳𝗳! 🍎

A new school year is here! As classrooms come back to life, we want to take a moment to welcome back all the teachers, educational staff, and administrators who make our schools such incredible places to learn and grow.

To our teachers: 𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗞 𝗬𝗢𝗨 for everything you do. From planning lessons and marking assignments to supporting students through challenges, celebrating their successes, and creating classrooms where every student can feel seen and valued, you give so much of yourselves to your work. Your impact reaches far beyond the classroom. (We 𝗞𝗡𝗢𝗪 you're filling out those rating scales we send after your regular work day hours, and we appreciate you and your time more than you know! ❤️)

And to our administrative staff and school leaders: 𝗪𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂, 𝘁𝗼𝗼! From keeping everything running behind the scenes to supporting staff, students, and families, your work is essential to creating a positive and thriving school community. Thank you for all the details, problem-solving, coordination, and care that often happen behind the scenes.

We hope you all have a 𝘄𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗳𝘂𝗹, 𝗿𝗲𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗳𝘂𝗹 school year ahead. May it be filled with meaningful connections, lots of learning, plenty of laughter, and those little moments that remind you why you do what you do.

𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸! We look forward to working with you to support our families this school year! 🍎📚✨

We have a very special homecoming to share! Please join us in welcoming back a very familiar face, Kassandra! 🎉

Kassandra first joined our clinic family as our dedicated administrative assistant and office manager. Her passion for psychology led her to pursue her MSc through the University of Calgary, while she also worked with us as a psychometrist. Today, we are incredibly proud to re-introduce her in her new role as a Registered Psychologist!

Kassandra is ready to support clients directly through comprehensive assessments for children, adolescents, and adults!

Kassandra provides assessments for children, adolescents, and adults, including:
• Psychoeducational assessments (including ADHD, gifted, and learning)
• Autism assessments
• Assessments to support applications for PDD & AISH/ADAP
• Mental health and diagnostic assessments

Kassandra values collaboration and takes a comprehensive approach to her work, focusing on understanding each individual’s unique strengths and needs.
We are so proud of her journey and thrilled to have her expertise back on our team. Welcome back, Kassandra!

👉 Visit our website www.highpointpsychology.com or contact our office to book an assessment with Kassandra.

Have concerns about your child’s learning? Book in now to set them up for success this school year!

A little more than one week until we talk all things informed consent in formal assessment. We've worked in time to review and analyze your current consent processes and forms (so bring them with you!).

This workshop *will* be recorded and sent to registered participants if you can't make it for the live workshop!

Join us next Thursday!

-Andrea & Carmen (High Point Psychology)

Don't forget! There's still time to join us June 11 for:

🌟Informed Consent for Formal Assessment: Ethical Considerations and Practices🌟

📋Register now: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/informed-consent-for-formal-assessment-registration-1984906957141?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

Don't forget! There's still time to join us June 11 for:

🌟Informed Consent for Formal Assessment: Ethical Considerations and Practices🌟

📋Register now: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/informed-consent-for-formal-assessment-registration-1984906957141?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

Worried about your child's reading development? 📖 Summer can be a great time to catch up on reading skills, in a low-pressure environment! Check out our new reading intervention program, offering 1:1 sessions with our Learning Specialist, Brianna!

Click here for more info: https://www.highpointpsychology.com/readingint

🌞 Happy International Day of Happiness! 🌈

The world is full of a lot of tough news. Today, let’s celebrate the little things that bring you joy! Small daily actions like connecting with others, practicing gratitude, or taking care of yourself can boost your well-being. 🧠💛

What's something you can do today to help you feel happy?

It's ! (March 16-20) Neurodiversity celebrates all the ways our brains can think, move, and communicate. Neurodiversity as an umbrella term used to describe alternative thinking styles such as Dyslexia, DCD (Dyspraxia), Dyscalculia, Autism and ADHD. 🧠✨

Around 15–20% of the population is neurodivergent. Instead of focusing on “deficits,” neurodiversity highlights unique strengths and the challenges often caused by environments designed for the majority.

Whether you’re a school, university, or workplace, embracing different thinkers benefits everyone! 🌈

EVENT UPDATE: Unfortunately we have had to postpone this event to June 11, 2026. Information for registered attendees has just been sent by email!

Please join us for the new date if you can!

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Ready to elevate your assessment practice? We're back with another virtual workshop to help!

Join us for Informed Consent for Formal Assessment: Ethical Considerations and Practices—a dynamic workshop designed to empower professionals with the latest ethical insights and practical tools!

When:
June 11, 2026
9am-12pm MT

What you’ll gain:
-Clarity on your ethical and legal responsibilities
-Strategies for creating effective, meaningful consent processes
-Real-world best practices you can apply immediately

This workshop is approved for 3 continuing education credits by the Canadian Psychological Association (and counts toward CAP CCP Ethics & Jurisprudence hours!).

Take your ethical knowledge to the next level, and join us virtually on June 11! Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/informed-consent-for-formal-assessment-registration-1984906957141?aff=oddtdtcreator

💚 Teen Mental Health Matters

March 2nd was Teen Mental Health Awareness Day, but it’s never too late to check in. 🧠✨
Mental health is important every day. Teens face unique challenges, from school stress to social pressures, and knowing support is available can make all the difference. Teens should feel seen, heard, and supported. Open up a conversation today, or reach out if you're struggling. 💛