Madelaine Ressel
(pronouns: she/her/hers)
Madelaine is a Ph.D. student in Clinical Psychology at Simon Fraser University and a member of the Autism and Developmental Disabilities Lab. Her research and clinical experience focus on supporting individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities, like autism and ADHD, to develop a greater understanding of their unique strengths and challenges and lead meaningful and fulfilling lives.
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Madelaine has experience providing individual and group therapy for children, youth and young adults using empirically-validated treatment approaches. She co-facilitated a Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) group program for school-aged children with autism and anxiety and also used parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT) techniques to help preschool and school-aged children with selective mutism. Furthermore, Madelaine has previous experience conducting psycho-educational and diagnostic assessments.
Madelaine is committed to honouring and celebrating the diverse ways people experience and participate in the world. Her strength-based, collaborative approach to therapy strives to foster a safe and inclusive space for self-exploration and growth with her clients.
INTERESTS & ACTIVITIES
Madelaine is an avid CBC radio listener and reader of Canadian novels. She also enjoys hiking, climbing, and cycling in her spare time. She has a very old pug named Daisy, who sometimes joins her in these activities.
LANGUAGES
Madelaine speaks English and French fluently.
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SERVICES
Madelaine provides in-person and online sessions on Wednesdays and Thursdays.
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