Hi. I’m Monica.

I’ve been working alongside parents, families, and children for over 20 years. For more than a decade, I have specialized in comprehensive psychological assessments, helping families better understand learning differences, attention, autism, child development, and behaviour. I’ve had the privilege of connecting with families in many different settings including: schools, medical facilities, private practice, community organizations, and in the homes of individual families. Each experience has deepened my appreciation for the unique stories, strengths, and challenges that every family brings.

My Approach

Every child has a unique story.

Sometimes that story is easy to understand. Other times, parents are left wondering why their child is struggling despite their best efforts. They may be asking questions such as:

  • Why is school becoming so difficult?

  • Why does my child seem overwhelmed by situations that others handle with ease?

  • Why are friendships so challenging?

  • Is this ADHD, autism, anxiety, a learning disability—or something else entirely?

  • How can I best support my child?

These questions can feel overwhelming. My goal is to help families find clarity.

I believe that every behaviour has meaning. Children communicate through their words, emotions, behaviours, and relationships. Rather than focusing only on the behaviours we can see, I believe it's important to understand the underlying strengths, challenges, needs, and experiences that shape them.

Whether I am completing a psychoeducational assessment, an autism assessment, or working alongside parents through consultation, my approach is the same: to understand the whole child.

Assessment is about much more than arriving at a diagnosis. While diagnoses can be helpful when appropriate, they are only one part of understanding a child. A thoughtful assessment helps identify how a child learns, processes information, experiences the world, and uses their unique strengths to navigate everyday life. It also provides practical recommendations that help families, schools, and other professionals work together to support the child's success.

I strive to create an assessment experience that is welcoming, respectful, and individualized. Children often come to an assessment feeling nervous or unsure of what to expect. I take time to build rapport, helping each child feel comfortable so they can demonstrate their abilities as accurately as possible.

I also believe that parents are the experts on their own children. Your observations, concerns, and hopes are an essential part of the assessment process. I value working collaboratively with families, listening carefully to your perspective, and ensuring that the recommendations we develop together are meaningful, realistic, and practical.

My hope is that every family leaves with more than answers. I want you to leave with a deeper understanding of your child, greater confidence in how to support them, and a clear path forward.

Every child deserves to be understood. When we understand the "why" behind a child's experiences, we are better able to nurture their strengths, support their challenges, and help them thrive.