Business Details
Trusted Psychological Services in Edmonton
Valerian Consulting is a professional psychological services firm dedicated to providing comprehensive assessment and counseling solutions for individuals and families. Our team of registered psychologists and clinical social workers brings decades of combined experience in addressing complex mental health needs, including forensic assessments, parenting evaluations, and neuropsychological testing. Located in Strathearn, Edmonton, we offer both in-office and secure teletherapy options to accommodate diverse client needs.Our practice emphasizes personalized care, evidence-based methodologies, and a deep understanding of local community dynamics. We maintain partnerships with independent clinicians housed at Valerian Spaces, ensuring access to specialized expertise while upholding strict professional standards. Our operational hours and referral processes are designed to facilitate efficient service delivery for both individual clients and organizational partners.
Services
Psychological Assessments
Parenting Evaluations
Forensic Assessments
Teletherapy Sessions
Functional Capacity Testing
Highlights and features
- Our team includes registered psychologists with specialized forensic and neuropsychological expertise
- We offer secure teletherapy options for remote accessibility
- Comprehensive assessment services averaging 15-20 hours per case
- Strategic location with free parking in Edmonton's Strathearn neighborhood
- Established referral network with independent mental health professionals
Services
Psychological Assessments
Our comprehensive psychological assessments evaluate cognitive functioning, emotional well-being, and behavioral patterns. Utilizing standardized tools, we provide detailed diagnostic insights for adults and youth. These assessments form the foundation for personalized treatment planning and clinical decision-making.
Parenting Evaluations
Specialized parenting assessments examine caregiver-child dynamics and family functioning. We assess parenting capacity, child safety, and developmental needs through structured interviews and observational methods. These evaluations support family court proceedings and child welfare interventions.
Forensic Assessments
Our forensic psychologists conduct court-mandated assessments addressing criminal responsibility, risk assessment, and sentencing considerations. We provide expert testimony and detailed reports that meet legal system requirements while maintaining clinical objectivity and ethical standards.
Teletherapy Sessions
Secure teletherapy platforms deliver mental health services to remote clients. We maintain the same professional standards for virtual sessions as in-person appointments. This service ensures continuity of care for clients with mobility or geographic barriers.
Functional Capacity Testing
Functional capacity evaluations measure individuals' abilities to perform work-related tasks. We assess physical, cognitive, and emotional capabilities through standardized protocols. These assessments support vocational rehabilitation and disability management processes.
People
Ann Marie Dewhurst
Consulting Psychologist
Dr. Dewhurst is a registered psychologist offering specialized consulting services. With decades of clinical experience, she focuses on psychological assessment methodologies and professional development. She now operates in semi-retirement status.
Sophi Yohani
Registered Psychologist
Dr. Yohani provides psychological assessments and counseling services for adults and youth. Her practice focuses on parenting evaluations and functional capacity testing within the Edmonton region.
Amanda Santarossa
Registered Psychologist
Ms. Santarossa specializes in forensic assessments and psychoeducational evaluations. She offers counseling services for adults and youth while maintaining independent practice at Valerian Spaces.
Elizabeth Carlson
Registered Psychologist
Dr. Carlson conducts psychological and functional capacity assessments for adults and youth. Her practice includes parenting evaluations and comprehensive mental health assessments in both office and teletherapy formats.
Jacqueline Pei
Registered Psychologist
Dr. Pei specializes in neuropsychological assessments and functional capacity evaluations. She serves adult and youth populations with evidence-based assessment methodologies and therapeutic interventions.
Questions
What psychological services do you offer?
We provide psychological assessments, parenting evaluations, forensic assessments, and counseling services for adults and youth through both in-office and secure teletherapy platforms.
Are teletherapy options available?
Yes, we offer secure teletherapy sessions for clients who prefer remote mental health services while maintaining the same professional standards as in-person appointments.
What areas do you serve?
Our primary service area includes Edmonton, Strathearn, and Bonnie Doon. We also serve clients remotely through teletherapy platforms across Alberta.
What are your office hours?
Our administrative office operates Monday-Thursday 10:00-18:00. Individual clinicians maintain their own schedules for assessment and counseling appointments.
