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Our team is passionate about supporting young people's mental health and learning in clinical, school, and community, settings. Our Team speaks various languages and specializes in comprehensive psycho-educational and mental health assessments and evidence-based treatment for anxiety, OCD, BFRB, depression, school and relationship difficulties, parenting support, and more. Dr. Juliana Negreiros Director Dr. Kevin Noble Associate Dr. Rajan Hayre Associate Natalie Noble, Ph.D. Candidate Associate Marissa Hall, Ph.D. Candidate Associate Alexandra Vergara, B.A. Clinical Assistant

Beacon Psychology clinicians are highly qualified and provide evidence-based therapy for children, youth, and young adults with anxiety, OCD, and behavioural challenges and conduct psycho-educational assessments. 
 We provide a range of psychological services grounded in research to help children, youth & young adults thrive! Discover our published latest book, podcast episodes & more Author of: Our Team is dedicated to supporting young people's mental health and learning across clinical, school, and community settings. Families can expect care from doctoral-level clinicians who bring advanced training together with a warm, collaborative approach. We also love sharing our knowledge with the wider community through books, podcasts, workshops, and media contributions. Book a Free Consultation We are accepting new clients! Dr. Juliana Negreiros Director Dr. Kevin Noble Associate Natalie Noble, Ph.D. Candidate Associate Marissa Hall, Ph.D. Candidate Associate Dr. Rajan Hayre Associate Alexandra Vergara, B.A. Clinical Assistant Get the latest news, practical strategies, and expert advice from our clinic. Click below to explore our blog! Addressing Bullying in Our School Communities: Resources and Support for Families and Educators Bullying in Canadian schools is a serious issue with long-term effects on children’s mental and emotional health. Learn how parents, teachers, and caregivers can recognize the signs, respond effectively, and prevent bullying using evidence-based strategies and programs like WITS, Second Step, and PREVNet. Together, we can create safe, inclusive spaces where all kids can thrive. 5 min read Finding the Right Therapy for Your Child: A Parent's Guide Therapy can make a big difference, but it’s essential to understand the types of treatments available for you to make the best choice. 3 min read Understanding the Differences Between Mental Health Professionals: Who Should You Choose? Understanding the differences between psychologists, psychiatrists, counsellors, therapists, and social workers helps you find the right fit 3 min read

Complete our comprehensive Psycho-Educational Assessment Intake Form to begin your journey toward understanding and addressing learning, behavioural, and emotional challenges. This form helps us gather essential information to tailor our evaluations to your unique needs. Psycho-educational Assessment Intake Form Welcome to Our Clinic! As part of our intake process, we ask you to help us understand the reasons you are seeking our services. Please complete the following fields: I'm seeking services for: Myself (Please note that our clinicians only work with individuals under 25) My child Client's first name Parent/Caregiver's first name if client is a minor (under 18) If the parents are separated, could you let us know who the child primarily lives with, and if both parents agree with having the assessment done? Client's age & Grade level Gender Primary languge spoken at home and other languages School the client currently attends Phone number Email How did you hear about us? Service provider (e.g., pediatrician, general practitioner, psychologist, counsellor) BC Psychological Association Google or another search engine Family/Friend Other Do you have extended health benefits coverage? Yes No Unsure Do you have any other funding coverage? Yes, from FNHA Yes, from Autism Funding Other (please specify) No Reasons for seeking a psycho-educational assessment: What problems have been concerning you? Please provide a brief description for each applicable selection: Cognitive (e.g., thinking & problem-solving, memory, verbal knowledge, processing speed) Academic (e.g., reading, writing, math, oral language) Social, emotional & behavioural (e.g., anxiety, feelings of sadness, OCD, disruptive behaviour, social skills, emotion regulation) Attention, hyperactivity or executive function (e.g., inattention, hyperactivity, planning, organization, flexibility, initiation) Adaptive functioning (e.g., independence in communication, daily living skills) Has your child ever received any additional support in the areas of concern? (e.g., pull-out group/ 1-1 help at school, tutoring, mental health treatment, OT, SLP?) Is there any other information that you would like to share that may help us better support your child? Submit Thanks for submitting! Thank you for completing this form. We will review your information and contact you as soon as possible. Please note that due to the high demand for services, there may be a delay in our response. Service availability depends on clinician availability and client needs. Should you have any questions in the meantime, please don’t hesitate to contact us at contact@beaconpsychology.ca . Warm regards, Beacon Psychology Team Want to know how we protect your data? Click here to learn more.

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ADHD resources, including websites, videos, and other tools to help you understand and manage ADHD. ADHD Resources Free Behavioural Interventions Confident Parents: Thriving Kids – Behaviour : A free coach-based program offered by the Canadian Mental Health Association in BC to help parents with behavioural management strategies for children aged 3-12. Rolling with ADHD: Free 8-week online learning program from BC Children's Hospital with interactive short videos, questions, and practical strategies. Unstuck and On Target : A curriculum and a set of easy-to-use tools that employ cognitive behavioural techniques to improve flexibility, planning and organization. It consists of small group lessons and simple, everyday strategies that build a common language to better regulate feelings, behaviour and thinking. More about ADHD Explaining ADHD to kids How to explain ADHD video One more article on How to Talk to Your Kid About ADHD Favourite things about ADHD ADHD Comics What are the Myths and Facts Behind ADHD? 42 Years of ADHD Research in Females: Insights, Surprises, and What We've Learned Visuals & Videos for Explaining Neurodivergency to Kids Websites Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) Center for ADHD Awareness (CADDAC) Canadian ADHD Resource Alliance (CADDRA) Child Mind Institute BC Children's Hospital ADHD clinic Podcast for Parents What’s the Best Way to Help a Kid with ADHD? Embracing ADHD with Penn and Kim Holderness The Urgent Need to Diagnose ADHD in Girls – Dr. Stephen Hinshaw For more information about assessing executive function in children, please see Assessment . Free Webinars Cognitive, executive, emotional, and behavioural interventions for students. Usually messy and always late: Understanding executive functioning and organizational skills challenges for Students with ADHD Videos ADHD in women Self-care in ADHD Videos delivered by Dr. Russell Barkley, one of the leading experts in ADHD Entertaining video on the teen brain Teen ADHD Jack and Jill have ADHD The ADHD brain as a film director List of visuals and videos for explaining testing results and learning differences to kids: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1rPpqxlufrQlv8Orq7aL8D5TyOD6EooVOGM52wJvVUXI/edit#gid=810368691 ADHD/EF Books Smart But Scattered (Dawson & Guare, 2009): This book guides how to deal with day-to-day problems experienced by children, including following instructions in the classroom, doing homework, completing chores, reducing performance anxiety, and staying calm under pressure. Taking Charge of ADHD : The complete, authoritative guide for parents (Barkley, 2020): written by the leader in the ADHD field, this is a key parent resource about ADHD and its treatment Thriving with ADHD workbook for kids : 60 fun activities to help children self-regulate, focus, and succeed (Miller, 2018): Help your child understand and manage their ADHD with engaging activities for kids ages 7 to 12 Understanding Girls with ADHD: A comprehensive, up-to-date, and readable book that illuminates the complexity of ADHD in girls and women, both across the lifespan and across multiple domains of life

We provide empirically-based therapy for children, adolescents, young adults, and parents experiencing challenges with anxiety, OCD, BFRB, ADHD, learning, and behaviour. Therapy We provide empirically supported intervention for children, adolescents, young adults, and parents experiencing challenges in the following areas: Anxiety, including separation anxiety, selective mutism, phobias, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, panic disorder, perfectionism, school-related anxiety, sleep, and more OCD Hair-pulling, skin-picking, and other body-focused repetitive behaviours (BFRB) School and relationship difficulties (e.g., school attendance, IEPs, friendships, bullying) Parenting skills More One of our foremost priorities is to help young people improve their relationships with their thoughts and feelings to guide their actions toward living a healthy and fulfilling life. Our approach is engaging, straightforward, practical, and effective, and we intend to give our clients lifelong tools to use whenever needed. Based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) techniques, among other strategies, we use graded exposure to help youth manage anxiety and OCD along with exposure and response prevention (ERP). We also use Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) to help individuals manage intense emotions that can result in impulsive and problematic behaviours. We provide a parent-based treatment program for children and adolescents with anxiety, OCD, and related problems called SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) . SPACE focuses on changes parents can make to their own behaviour rather than making their children change. In addition, we assist schools in developing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and interventions to best support students experiencing a range of school difficulties. Initial Inquiry: Fill out the online form or email contact@beaconpsychology.ca with your questions and a brief description of your concerns. Scheduling a Session/Waitlist: We'll respond to your email within two business days to determine if our services match your needs. Depending on availability, we'll schedule an initial session or add you to our clinic's waitlist, providing an approximate waiting time. Initial Assessment Session: The first session lasts 50 to 60 minutes and involves meeting with you (or both parents/guardians) and, if applicable, the child. We'll discuss developmental history, current concerns, strengths, and past strategies tried and may ask you or your child to complete questionnaires. Please note that the initial session does not guarantee long-term services. Next Steps: If our services are suitable, we'll discuss treatment goals and schedule future sessions. If we're not the best fit, we'll offer resource suggestions and names of professionals. Subsequent Sessions: Most sessions involve meeting with the client and, if necessary, one or both parents/guardians. Session structure varies based on needs, such as involving parents for part of the session or having consultations with only parents. Duration and Number of Sessions: Sessions are typically 50 minutes long and scheduled weekly or bi-weekly. The number of sessions depends on the type and severity of the problem. Setting: With your informed consent, sessions may take place at the office, online, in your home, school, or in the community. We may also offer tips to schools for supporting you/your child. Payment: Fees are paid at the end of each session via credit card, cash, cheque, or electronic transfer. You may be able to bill your extended health plan; check with your provider. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further assistance!

Dr. Noble has worked in a variety of clinical settings, including multiple school boards, community mental health institutions, and hospitals. He provides therapy and assessments for children and adolescents with a variety of presenting concerns. Dr. Kevin Noble ( pronouns: he/his/him) Dr. Noble is a registered psychologist who has worked in various clinical settings, including multiple school boards, community mental health institutions, and hospitals. He provides therapy and assessments for children and adolescents with a variety of presenting concerns, including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, behavioural challenges, grief and interpersonal difficulties, Learning Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities, and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. Dr. Noble also works with parents to develop effective parenting approaches and strategies to help support their children. When working with clients, Dr. Noble employs evidence-based strategies, primarily within a Cognitive Behavioural framework, while also drawing from a variety of other treatment modalities, including Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Central to Dr. Noble's work is his ambition to provide the best support for individuals with learning challenges. This goal led him to pursue his dissertation research on the social and emotional impacts of living with a Learning Disability and to become a course instructor for two terms teaching the undergraduate course "Learning Disabilities: Experience to Understanding" at the University of Guelph. This experience led him to seek a position with the Learning Disabilities & Mental Health Services (formerly The Integra Program) within The Child Development Institute (CDI) for part of his internship and his first year working as a psychologist in a supervised practice in Ontario. EDUCATION Dr. Noble completed his Doctorate and Master's degrees with the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) accredited Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology program at the University of Guelph. Past training experiences include the Centre for Psychological Services at the University of Guelph, the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board, and the Brampton Civic Hospital training within the child and adolescent day hospital and inpatient units. Dr. Noble also worked part-time with the Hamilton Wentworth School Board completing assessments for Giftedness. In addition, he completed his pre-doctoral internship at the CPA-accredited Toronto Area Residency Consortium in School and Clinical Psychology at the University of Toronto, Ontario Institute for Studies in Education. After completing his Ph.D., Dr. Noble worked full-time as a psychologist and research manager with the Learning Disabilities and Mental Health Services in Toronto. There, he completed individual and group interventions, ran research projects, and completed complex assessments for children requiring small classroom placements. In addition, Kevin has worked full-time as a psychologist at the Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB), where he completed assessments and consultations and worked alongside an incredibly dedicated team of school administrators, teachers, guidance counsellors and support staff to help students succeed within the school community. At the TCDSB, Dr. Noble completed individual and group interventions, presentations and in-services to staff and students and supervised Ph.D. students who were on their residency at the Toronto Area Residency Consortium. He also worked part-time with Etobicoke Psychological Services, completing psychological assessments and interventions. CERTIFICATION Kevin is registered with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC) (#2772). Dr. Noble is also a member of the Canadian Psychological Association. INTERESTS AND ACTIVITIES In his free time, Dr. Noble loves playing and watching sports, making fresh pasta, going on long walks with his dog, and spending quality time with his family. LANGUAGES Dr. Noble speaks English. SERVICES Dr. Noble provides in-person and online sessions on Thursday and Friday (10 a.m. - 5 p.m.). CONTACT kevin@beaconpsychology.ca

The psycho-educational assessment process involves: Initial services, Initial parent meeting, Testing (session preparation, cognitive and academic testing, interview, rating scales, scoring), Interpretation and report writing, Feedback meeting and Additional services. Assessment Process in Detail HOW DOES IT WORK? Once you contact us via email (contact@beaconpsychology.ca ) or phone, we will call you to gather information about your current concerns regarding your child's functioning, explain the assessment process, and answer any questions you may have. If you decide to book the assessment, you will pay a non-refundable initial services fee, which will be deducted from the total cost. We will email forms for you and your child's school to fill out. We will also request other documents, such as a copy of your child's report cards. At the time of booking, you will be asked to pay an initial services fee that will be deducted from the total cost of the assessment. We will conduct a parent interview to gather information about your child's developmental and learning history and discuss any other concerns you may have. Depending on the case, the parent(s), teacher, and/or the student will complete additional questionnaires to assess the student's executive functioning, behaviour, social-emotional, and/or adaptive functioning. The student will attend approximately two testing sessions at the clinic (2-3 hours each), during which we will assess their performance in different areas that can affect learning. If applicable, a clinical interview with the parent(s) and/or child may also be conducted. We will score, interpret, and summarize the assessment results in a written report. The report will include any potential DSM-5-TR diagnoses or BC Ministry of Education designations and provide recommendations. We will discuss the assessment results at the parent feedback meeting, typically scheduled within 2-4 weeks after testing is completed. You will receive a written report that explains the assessment results and recommendations in detail in a PDF using a protected electronic platform. If requested, we may attend a school meeting to share the assessment findings (at an additional cost). Important Note About our Cancellation Policy Your appointment is a block of time that is reserved for you. Missed appointments and last-minute cancellations (less than 48 business-hour notice) prevent us from scheduling other people. If you believe you won’t be able to attend a scheduled appointment, please notify us as soon as possible. Late-cancelled (less than two business days’ notice) or missed appointments will be charged at the hourly rate ($235-$282). Because we spend time scheduling, sending forms and reviewing documents before your parent meeting, we will not reimburse the initial services fee if you decide to withdraw from the assessment. In addition, if you decide to withdraw from the assessment after you have a parent meeting , there will be a 2-hour charge (in addition to the initial services fee) for the time spent up to this point.

Helpful media resources provided by Dr. Juliana Negreiros. 
 Media Drs. Juliana & Martinez have published a self-help book for teens that can also help families and educators better understand and support their teenagers: Getting comfortable with uncertainty for teens: 10 tips to overcome anxiety, fear, and worry (New Harbinger Publishing). Dr. Juliana wrote book chapters about OCD in Brazilian textbooks! Drs. Juliana and Martinez were part of the Ask Dr. Cam 's podcast, where they discussed strategies for parents to help their teenagers cope with anxiety and uncertainty. Dr. Juliana was the lead developer of two free anxiety prevention curriculums for K-7 schools in British Columbia and Saskatchewan: (1) EASE (Everyday Anxiety Strategies for Educators) and (2) MAPE (MAP for Educators) . Dr. Juliana was a guest on the BCASP podcast , where she shared strategies and insights on school accommodations for students with anxiety and OCD. Dr. Juliana was interviewed on YouTube Channel about the differences between OCD and ADHD Drs. Juliana and Martinez participated in the Anxious Child Podcast and shared strategies for youth to manage anxiety and uncertainty. Dr. Juliana's talk on anxiety in children and youth was on the News! Dr. Juliana created a handout for schools, parents, and clinicians on how to identify and support students with OCD in schools (Anxiety Canada website) Dr. Juliana contributed to Humber News Toronto talking about "How to support parents and children's mental health during the pandemic " Drs. Juliana and Martinez also wrote a blog for New Harbinger on creating a team to support teens facing uncertainty.

Julia is a senior Ph.D. student in Clinical Psychology at Simon Fraser University, working as an advanced practicum student at Beacon Psychology. Julia Lukacs ( pronouns: she/her/hers) Julia completed a Masters of Science in the Clinical & Developmental Psychopathology program at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam in the Netherlands. After living three years in France, she moved to beautiful British Columbia, where she is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at Simon Fraser University (SFU). Her research focuses on the benefits of outdoor play for elementary school-aged children with diagnoses of anxiety and ADHD. At SFU, she is also a member of the Autism and Developmental Disabilities Lab. Julia is committed to helping her clients and their families better understand themselves and empowering them to navigate their world through evidence-based tools and techniques. Julia has previous experience conducting psycho-educational assessments with youth and young adults as well as working with individuals from diverse backgrounds with depression, anxiety, and ADHD, as well as those who have experienced trauma. She also worked with children with anxiety-related disorders, such as selective mutism, in a group therapy setting, using cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) techniques. ACTIVITIES & INTERESTS In her free time, Julia is a fan of anything that gets her out and moving, especially if it involves trees. She loves a good walk in the woods, skiing and running. Her favourite method of locomotion is a bicycle. When it's too rainy to go out, Julia won't hesitate to bake up a storm (she makes a mean carrot cake!) and curl up with a good book or movie. LANGUAGES Julia is fluent in English, Hungarian, and French. SERVICES Julia provides in-person and online sessions on Wednesdays and Fridays.

Helpful resources based on ACT: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. 
 Resources on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) ACT Website Association for Contextual Behavioral Science : A worldwide online learning and research community, and a living resource for anyone interested in ACT , RFT , and Contextual Behavioral Science . Free ACT resources ACT Companion App Videos, mp3s, handouts, and readings created by Russ Harris on ACT strategies My Act Toolkit by Dr. Steven C. Hayes who provides several resources and psychological flexibility skills to practice daily. Drs. Juliana and Martinez's book based on ACT for teens : ACT course The Happiness Trap:8-Week Online Program : The Happiness Trap Online Program created by Dr. Russ Harris, is based on ACT. ACT is a science-based model of behaviour change, supported by a vast body of scientific research. ACT Videos Dr. Steven Hayes' TED talk on Psychological Flexibility An unwelcome party guest Passengers on a bus Sushi train Demons on the boat Chessboard metaphor Evolution of the human mind Choice Point: A map for a meaningful life The struggle switch The values-focused vs the goals-focused life The three happiness myths Beach ball as emotions Schools Connect is a Personal, Social and Health Education (PSHE) wellbeing curriculum for primary school children. It is a fun, easy-to-use weekly programme that teaches children key skills to promote emotional wellbeing and resilience using some principles connected to ACT. ACT Podcast ACT in context : Freely available to anyone, its episodes will take listeners on a journey from the history and development of ACT through its clinical application and the future of the work.

Anxiety resources to help children, teens, families, and educators learn about anxiety, understand CBT and more! Anxiety Resources Free Interventions Confident Parents: Thriving Kids – Anxiety : A free coach-based program offered by the Canadian Mental Health Association in BC to help parents support their children aged 3-12 to manage anxiety. Mind Space Virtual and In-Person Psychoeducational Groups : A variety of programs for individuals aged 17.5 + with anxiety, depression, insomnia, ADHD, and/or for parents/caregivers. Apps Smiling Mind: A free app created to help young children, youth, parents, and school professionals practice daily meditation and mindfulness exercises. Headspace: A paid app designed for people of all ages to learn to meditate and live mindfully. CALM : A paid app designed to help people sleep, meditate and relax. Websites Anxiety Canada : a nonprofit organization whose mission is to increase awareness and promote education about anxiety disorders, increase access to evidence-based treatment, and encourage and develop new treatments and delivery. Anxiety Canada has many handouts and video clips with experts in childhood anxiety explaining the different types of anxiety disorders with tips for children, adults, parents, and educators. Anxiety Canada also has other video clips with real students describing their struggles and ways they learned to cope with anxiety and a free online anxiety management program. EASE (Everyday Anxiety Strategies for Educators): For Educators : a collection of evidence-informed anxiety management and resilience-building resources for use with B.C. students in grades K-7. The resources use cognitive behavioural strategies to address the thoughts, feelings and behaviours associated with anxiety. These resources were co-developed by Dr. Juliana in partnership with Anxiety Canada and MCFD. For Parents : To help support learning across environments, fun and practical EASE lessons have been adapted for use by parents and caregivers to help children manage worries and anxiety at home. Kelty Mental Health: An organization that helps families across the province navigate the mental health system, listen and offer peer support, and connect them to resources and tools. Child Mind Institute: This independent, national nonprofit organization provides information about mental health disorders to families and educators. Anxiety in the Classroom : Sponsored by the International OCD Foundation, this website offers helpful information, resources, and materials about anxiety and OCD as they relate to the school setting. It also provides specific tools for teachers, administrators, and other school personnel who may work with students with anxiety and OCD. Parents and students can also find tools and information to help them advocate for school accommodations, as well as to educate their teachers and classmates about OCD and anxiety. Anxiety and Depression Association of America : This organization offers excellent information on anxiety strategies to be implemented at home and in schools and research-based information for children, adolescents, parents, and professionals. Teen Mental Health: This interactive website provides mental health literacy for teens and school professionals, including slides and handouts. It has entertaining animations to help teens better understand mental health disorders. Enhance your learning about anxiety (click on the links below) Learning about anxiety in schools Information for children Information for youth Learn about the Fight-Flight-Freeze response Video for young kids Video for teens Video for adults Learn about Exposures How to do them Examples of fear ladders Maximizing exposures for anxiety: article and interview Learn about Family Accommodation Recognize and reduce it Evidence-based guidebook for parents based on the SPACE program Excessive reassurance-seeking strategies School Resources Podcast about school accommodations for students with anxiety and OCD provided by Dr. Juliana The Vaccination CARD Toolkit (Comfort, Ask, Relax, Distract) is a science-based, proven framework for helping prepare children for stressful events such as school-based vaccinations, presentations, and examinations. Webinar about School Refusal Brain Health Videos The Teen Brain by Dan Siegel How stress affects your brain The importance of sleep Selective Mutism (SM) SM Information: Selective Mutism Association Anxiety Canada Child Mind Institute A psycho-educational 10-minute video that explains selective mutism and shows effective strategies that can be used by caregivers, teachers, and friends in various settings Training: Free Selective Mutism Training for Parents and Educators Free phone-based coaching is offered by the BC government to families who have children between ages 3 and 12 years with mild anxiety symptoms. SM Activities & Games Separation Anxiety Disorder Video for children and teens Video for parents of kindergarteners Panic Disorder Video Social Anxiety Disorder Video Handling criticism Phobias General information Fear of vomiting- resources Fear of needles - resources Anxiety Booklist Breaking Free of Child Anxiety and OCD: A Scientifically Proven Program for Parents by Eli Lebowitz The Anxiety Workbook For Kids: Take Charge Of Fears And Worries Using The Gift Of Imagination by Robin Alter and Crystal Clarke The Anxiety Workbook for Teens: Activities to Help You Deal with Anxiety and Worry by Lisa M. Schab Freeing Your Child from Anxiety: Powerful, Practical Solutions to Overcome Your Child's Fears, Worries, and Phobias by Tamar E. Chansky