At Okanagan Ability Centre, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive psychological assessment and diagnostic services for children and youth. Our team of highly trained and registered psychologists and educational/clinical consultants work together to provide tailored recommendations and coordinated intervention to support children and youth with a wide range of challenges and diverse abilities. We offer a wide range of assessment and diagnostic services, including psycho-educational (learning) and/or ADHD assessments, autism spectrum disorder assessments, and social emotional assessments.
Our Services
Our centre offers a comprehensive range of services designed to support children and youth with various needs. Our psycho-educational assessments help identify learning strengths and challenges, while our ADHD assessments provide a thorough evaluation of attention and hyperactivity. Our autism spectrum disorder assessments provide a comprehensive diagnosis and support plan, and our social emotional assessments help identify emotional and behavioural challenges. We also offer remote psychoeducational assessments, making it easier for families to access our services from the comfort of their own homes.
Our Approach
At Okanagan Ability Centre, we believe that every child and youth deserves individualized support and attention. Our team of experts works collaboratively with families, educators, and healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive assessment services that pinpoint areas of challenge and provide recommendations for improvement. We understand that every child is unique, and our assessments are tailored to meet their individual needs. We are committed to providing timely diagnostic results and written reports, coordinated intervention, and specialized assessment services in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Our Team
Our team of Doctoral and Master's level psychologists and educational/clinical consultants are trained in psychological assessment and are registered with the College of Psychologists of British Columbia. Our directors, Dr. Andrea Welder and Dr. Tavi Nicholson, are both registered psychologists with extensive experience in assessment and diagnosis. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional service and support to children, youth, and their families.
Adult Assessment Disappointment
Regarding adult assessment: OAC made all kinds of promises and were eager to take my money to conduct an adult assessment (which is incredibly difficult to achieve in BC). The author waited four months for the assessment, which was supposed to happen last week. However, the psychologist suddenly cancelled the assessment due to alleged ethical concerns, without providing a clear explanation or alternative solutions. The author feels that this was not handled professionally and that OAC did not uphold their end of the agreement.
Positive Experience with Children's Assessment
Dr Welder and staff were very patient, empathetic, genuine, and thorough. The family felt supported and heard during their son's assessment process. The report was detailed and included clear, actionable recommendations.
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