Clarity for your child.
Direction for your family.
Child, Adolescent, and Family Psychology in Victoria and Nanaimo
Evidence-based mental health support, psychoeducational assessments, and ongoing guidance through the school years.
Psychoeducational and ADHD Assessments
For psychoeducational assessment, ADHD assessment, dyslexia, dysgraphia, giftedness, and school-based recommendations.
Mental Health Assessment and Support
For anxiety, depression, behaviour concerns, emotional regulation, and family challenges.
Ongoing School and Family Support
For post-assessment guidance, school advocacy, family consultations, and support through university.
Dr. Shannon Barnsley is a clinical psychologist with more than 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families. Her doctoral training and clinical internship were accredited by both the American Psychological Association and the Canadian Psychological Association. She provides specialized child and adolescent mental health and psychoeducational assessments, with assessments available in English and French.
20+ years of experience
English and French assessments
Serving Victoria and Nanaimo
Serving Families in Victoria and Nanaimo
Supporting families in both locations, with in-person intake appointments and flexible Zoom follow-up and feedback sessions when preferred.
Victoria
Serving families in Victoria and surrounding communities with in-person intake appointments, assessments, and ongoing support.
- Mental health and psychoeducational assessments (including ADHD and learning disabilities)
- In-person intake consultations, with Zoom follow-up and feedback available
- Easy access for Greater Victoria families
Nanaimo
Continued support for Nanaimo and Central Vancouver Island families, with in-person intake appointments and flexible follow-up options.
- Psychoeducational assessments and ongoing school and family support
- In-person intake consultations, with Zoom follow-up available
- Serving Nanaimo and Central Vancouver Island families
Support Through Every Stage
From early school concerns to high school transitions and even university, ongoing guidance is available to help families move forward with clarity and confidence.