Island Psychology Centre

03/18/2026

We really need to talk about screens and social media. New meta-analysis published very recently points to continually increasing rates of self-harm among Canadian youth and especially females. https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapediatrics/fullarticle/2845856?guestAccessKey=a9a80f03-a82a-4a70-9abb-c2968d2e2696&utm_source=for_the_media&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=ftm_links&utm_content=tfl&utm_term=031626

And social media is playing a role. https://www.anxiousgeneration.com/

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03/05/2026

It's that time again! Our spring Emotion Focused Skills Training (EFST) two-day workshop for parents and caregivers is happening on May 28 and 29 at Royalty Crossing (Charlottetown Mall). Please see the flyer for details and reach out to Sarah (admin@islandpsychologycentre.com or 902-892-4603) with any questions or to register.

11/07/2025

One of our most recommended books for parents:

Psychologists Anne Hilde Vassbø Hagen and Joanne Dolhanty explain everything you need to know about your child’s anger and how to manage it.

10/27/2025

Parents navigating separation/divorce may be interested in participating this study.

10/16/2025

We are thrilled to share that we have a new pediatric, clinical psychologist joining our team this month!

Dr. Sarah Boyle, completed both her Master's and PhD at the University of Guelph's pediatric clinical psychology program, completed a pediatric residency in Victoria and has been working in Guelph for the last number of months. She has particular interest in trauma treatment and in working with the preschool and early childhood population. We are beyond excited about the level of skill, training and expertise that she brings to the team and to Island families.

And with the addition of Dr. Boyle to the IPC team, we are also very excited to significantly reduce our wait times!

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Boyle to the IPC team and back to the Island. ❤️

10/10/2025

Our next EFST parent and caregiver workshop is fast approaching and there are still a few spots available! If you are interested in joining us, please reach out to Sarah at admin@islandpsychologycentre.com or 902-892-4603. We would love to have you. ❤️

09/17/2025

It turns out that we just could not wait until next year....we are offering another Emotion Focused Skills Training (EFST) in-person workshop on October 23 & 24 at the Eastlink Centre in Charlottetown. See the flyer for details. Sign up now. Spots are limited.

07/14/2025

Written by Anne Hilde Vassbø Hagen, cand.psychol, and Joanne Dolhanty, PhD Published by the American Psychological Association Psychologists Anne Hilde Vassbø Hagen and Joanne Dolhanty explain everything you need to know about your child’s anger and how to manage it. Anger can be normal and heal...

05/13/2025

Only a few spots remaining in our upcoming (May 29 & 30) Emotion Focused Skills Training (EFST) workshop and registration will be closing on Wednesday, May 21. This is likely to be our only workshop for 2025. You can register by contacting Sarah at admin@islandpsychologycentre.com.

03/17/2025

The dates for our next Emotion Focused Skills Training (EFST) workshop are set! Parents and caregivers: join us on May 29 and 30 for a workshop that will help shift the way you see your child/youth, create positive changes in your relationship and support real behaviour change.

Registration opens April 1. Reach out to Sarah at admin@islandpsychologycentre.com for details.

https://emotiontraininginstitute.org/emotion-focused-skills-training/

02/07/2025

It's Psychology Month and the Psychological Association of PEI has a variety of talks on psychology and mental health occurring at libraries across the Island!

This February, we’re excited to celebrate Psychology Month 2025 with a variety of events and resources to inspire learning, spark conversations, and promote mental well-being.

09/17/2024

Yes. Yes. Yes. We see you parents.

U.S. Surgeon General Issues Advisory on the Mental Health and Well-Being of Parents