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Assessment & counselling services in Airdrie, Alberta (and surrounding areas).

11/17/2025

🌼 Meet Steph! 🌼

We’re so excited to introduce Steph, our new counselling intern at Little Lotus Psychology! ✨

Steph is currently completing her Master’s in Counselling Psychology and brings nearly a decade of teaching experience. Her background gives her a wonderful understanding of child development and the unique strengths and needs of diverse learners.

💛 Steph has a special interest in ADHD, anxiety, and developmental challenges, and she’s passionate about supporting children and families through play-based, relationship-centered approaches.

Her warm, creative style helps kids build emotional regulation, confidence, and connection—one playful moment at a time! 🌈

🎨 Now accepting new clients for low-cost play therapy sessions with Steph as part of her internship placement! A great opportunity for families seeking quality, affordable support for their children. 💕

11/14/2025

Executive Dysfunction — Understanding What’s Really Going On

Have you ever heard someone say, “They just need to try harder”?
When it comes to executive dysfunction, that couldn’t be further from the truth.

Executive functioning is what helps us plan, focus, remember steps, manage time, and regulate emotions.
When these skills aren’t firing smoothly, everyday tasks, like starting homework, cleaning a room, or sending an email, can feel impossible, not because someone doesn’t care, but because their brain is working differently. 🧠

This post breaks down 4 common myths about executive dysfunction and what’s really going on beneath the surface.

💬 Understanding leads to compassion.
💡 Compassion leads to better support.

Save this post to revisit later or share it with someone who might need to hear it today. 💛

11/12/2025

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental conditions in children — and it’s often misunderstood. ADHD isn’t about laziness or poor discipline; it’s about differences in how the brain regulates attention, impulse control, and activity levels.

🧠 What ADHD Can Look Like:
- Difficulty staying focused on tasks that aren’t interesting or rewarding
- Trouble sitting still or feeling constantly “on the go”
- Acting before thinking or interrupting often
- Forgetting instructions or losing items
- Emotional ups and downs that feel “bigger” than expected

Every child with ADHD is unique. Some are daydreamers who struggle to finish homework; others are energetic movers who can’t seem to slow down. Many kids have both attention and hyperactivity challenges.

💡 What Helps:
- Structure and predictability: Clear routines reduce stress and help kids know what to expect.
- Positive attention: Notice and praise effort, not just results.
- Movement breaks: Physical activity supports focus and regulation.
- Collaboration: Teachers, counselors, and parents working together make a huge difference.

With understanding, patience, and the right supports, children with ADHD can thrive, often showing incredible creativity, curiosity, and resilience.

❤️ If your child is struggling with focus, energy, or regulation, an ADHD assessment or consultation can help clarify what’s happening and identify strategies to support them both at school and at home.

11/04/2025

⏳ Use Your 2025 Health Benefits Before They Expire!

As the year winds down, it’s the perfect time to prioritize mental health, well-being, and success in school. If you’ve been considering counselling or a psychoeducational assessment for your child, your extended health benefits may cover part or all of the cost — but many plans reset soon!

At Little Lotus, our team offers:
🧠 Psychoeducational assessments for learning, attention, and giftedness
💬 Compassionate, low-cost services provided by student psychologists under the supervision of registered psychologists

Don’t let your 2025 benefits go unused — take a step toward clarity, growth, and peace of mind before the new year begins.

📅 Book your session today to secure a spot before the year-end rush!

Please note that benefits only apply to low cost assessment services only and not counselling.

10/31/2025

School is back in session after the teacher strike and for many parents, that means our kids’ success in the classroom is back at the top of our minds.

Wondering if your child might have a learning or attention difference?
Little Lotus offers low-cost psychoeducational assessments and counselling for children and teens through our student psychologists, designed to help you understand their strengths, challenges, and next steps.

All services are supervised by registered psychologists to ensure accuracy and care.

📚 ADHD • Learning Needs • Giftedness • Academic Planning

10/28/2025

Every child learns differently — and that’s okay. Children with dyslexia may find reading, spelling, or writing challenging, even though they’re often creative, curious, and deeply insightful thinkers.

Getting a dyslexia diagnosis can be life-changing — not because it puts a label on your child, but because it helps explain what’s been happening and opens the door to support that works.

With early identification and the right strategies, kids with dyslexia can learn effectively and build confidence in their strengths.

✨ Dyslexia-friendly supports might include:
📚 Structured literacy programs
🧠 Multisensory learning (seeing, hearing, and touching words)
❤️ Encouragement and understanding at home and school

When we understand how a child learns, we can help them thrive — not just in reading, but in life.

10/22/2025

Understanding Learning Disabilities: Why Early Diagnosis Matters

Learning disabilities aren’t about intelligence — they’re about how the brain processes information. Children with dyslexia, dyscalculia, ADHD, or other learning differences often work twice as hard to keep up, even when they’re just as bright and capable as their peers.

Getting a diagnosis doesn’t “label” a child — it empowers them. 💪
It helps families, teachers, and counselors understand what’s really going on beneath the frustration or self-doubt. With the right supports in place, children can learn in ways that fit their unique strengths and needs.

Early identification can mean:
✅ Tailored learning strategies
✅ Boosted confidence and motivation
✅ Reduced anxiety and behavioural challenges
✅ A stronger partnership between home and school

When we understand how a child learns, we unlock their potential — not limit it.

10/07/2025

🌸 Meet Tina! 🌸

At Little Lotus Psychology, we take a holistic approach to care—connecting clients with resources that nurture growth and well-being. We’re so excited to welcome Tina to our team! ✨

Tina brings years of experience as a behavioural consultant and special needs assistant, along with specialized training as a literacy interventionist. She’s passionate about supporting families and creating personalized, effective plans for children and youth.

Tina offers both online and in-home services, including:
📚 Literacy tutoring (reading & writing)
🌟 Behaviour support (home & school)
💛 Positive parenting strategies
🤝 Social skills development
🗣️ Communication support

We’re thrilled to have Tina’s expertise—and her heart for helping others—on our team. 💜

09/30/2025

🧡 National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 🧡

Today, we pause to honor Survivors of residential schools, their families, and the children who never made it home. This day is not only about remembrance—it is also about responsibility.

Reconciliation asks us to:
🔸 Listen to Indigenous voices and stories
🔸 Learn the truths of Canada’s history
🔸 Reflect on the ongoing impacts of colonialism
🔸 Act in ways that support healing, justice, and equity

Every step we take toward understanding and accountability matters.

09/23/2025

✨ Research matters. Decades of high-quality studies show that Tylenol (acetaminophen), when used as directed during pregnancy, is safe and does not increase the risk of autism. Autism is primarily genetic and influenced by complex biological factors—never caused by taking Tylenol. 💙

Tylenol remains a safe, effective choice for managing pain and fever during pregnancy. Always follow dosage directions and consult your healthcare provider with any questions.

09/18/2025

Thank you for your incredible support!
We’re honored to share that Little Lotus Psychology has been named a winner in the Airdrie Community Votes!

Your trust and encouragement mean the world to us. We’re so grateful to be part of such a supportive community. 💙

— The Little Lotus Team

09/15/2025

✨ What are Educational Assessments? ✨

Educational (or psycho-educational) assessments are more than just “tests.” They’re a way to better understand how a child or teen learns, thinks, and processes information. 🧠📚

Through a combination of activities, questionnaires, and conversations, these assessments explore areas like:
✅ Learning strengths and challenges
✅ Attention and memory
✅ Problem-solving and reasoning
✅ Reading, writing, and math skills
✅ Emotional or behavioural factors that may affect learning

The goal? To create a clear picture of a student’s unique learning profile and provide recommendations for support at school, at home, and in the community. 🌱

Educational assessments can be incredibly helpful for identifying learning differences, ADHD, giftedness, or other challenges—and most importantly, they help children and teens get the support they need to thrive. 💡✨

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Hello! I am a Registered Psychologist working in Airdrie, Alberta (and surrounding areas). I completed my Masters of Education degree from the University of Calgary in 2018 in the faculty of School & Applied Child Psychology. I specialize in conducting psycho-educational assessments for children aged 6-17. I also provide parenting consultations in order to target specific parenting concerns (i.e. emotional regulation; sleep habits; executive functioning).

I have worked for a variety of organizations, such as Rockyview School Board, CanLearn Society and Alberta Health Services. Prior to becoming a psychologist I worked as an elementary school teacher with the Calgary Board of Education for 7 years.

I am a wife and mother to my “spirited” 7-year old daughter. In my “me” time, I enjoy reading, exercising, travelling and engaging in any and all form(s) of self-care.

My professional areas of interest include learning disabilities, ADHD, anxiety, empowering parents and strengthening the home-school partnership.