Perspectives Psychological Services

03/02/2026

Your mental health matters. 🤍

At Perspectives Psychological Services, we provide a safe space for healing, growth, and support. Whether you’re working through anxiety, depression, trauma, or simply looking to grow into your best self — we’re here for you.

✨ Personal Growth & Empowerment
✨ Trauma Recovery Support
✨ Help with Anxiety & Depression
✨ Psychological Assessments

Book your FREE 15-minute consultation today and take the first step toward feeling better.

📍 981 Balmoral St., Thunder Bay
📞 (807) 935-7768
🌐 perspectivespsychology.ca

02/24/2026

Mamie Phipps Clark was the first female Black psychologist to earn a PhD in experimental psychology. She graduated from Columbia University in New York in 1943.

Dr. Clark and her husband would go on to conduct on of the most well-known early experiments in psychology on racism - the doll experiments - in which children were shown White dolls and Black dolls and were asked which ones were 'nice' and which ones were 'bad'. What the study identified was the internalized racial preferences of both White and Black children and the early formation of internalized racism. This formative experimental study informed much of what we know today about racial biases.

02/10/2026

The first ever Black person to earn a doctoral degree in Psychology was Francis Cecil Sumner. His parents homeschooled him because they worried about the quality of the education he was receiving at the elementary school they were sending him to. He later applied to Lincoln College, a historically Black university, which is now known as Lincoln University. He passed the entrance examination and began his education at the age of 15, graduation as valedictorian at age 19 with an undergraduate degree in Philosophy. Sumner went on to do a second Bachelor degree at Clark University under the mentorship of pioneering psychologist G. Stanley Hall.

Sumner was drafted into the military in 1918 and served in Germany during the First World War. Once he returned, he completed his doctoral degree in 1920. Dr. Sumner's studies were focused on differences of mental health in Caucasians and Black individuals and perceptions of justice-involved Black people.

Dr. Sumner applied for membership with the Souther Society for Philosophy and Psychology and had all the requisite qualifications, including endorsement of two existing members. Initially, his application was denied, however, when the SSPP changed its bylaws specifically to exclude Black members. Existing members protested this change and threatened to resign, so eventually Dr. Sumner's application was approved and the 'error' was blamed on a secretary.

Dr. Sumner made many contributions to the field of psychology throughout his career and was an influential leader and thinker in the field. He has often been referred to as the ‘Father of Black Psychology’.

02/09/2026

Welcome our newest student, Jonathan Epp, to the Perspectives Team. Jonathan previously worked as a teacher, teaching a range of grades and subjects, from Junior Kindergarten to university-level courses. He discovered his passion for helping others while working with a particularly unruly class full of behavioural problems and discovering that it was really just children who needed extra support and care. Jonathan is passionate about helping others live the best version of their lives that they can.

To book a session with Jonathan, give the office a call, today. 807-935-7768

02/05/2026

February is Black History Month. I like to highlight trailblazing Black Women in Psychology Drs. Ruth Winifred Howard and Inez Beverly Prosser, two of the first Black female Clinical Psychologists.

Dr. Ruth Winifred Howard received her PhD in Psychology and Child Development from the University of Minnesota in 1934. Dr. Howard completed a doctoral dissertation on the development of triplets, theorizing that multiples were less developed than singleton pregnancies. She went on to work in private practice at a clinic she operated with her husband. She also held a staff position at the Provident Hospital School of Nursing where she trained Black nurses. Dr. Howard held various positions throughout her career and was well-regarded, training future clinicians, psychologists and nurses.

Dr. Inez Beverly Prosser is often regarded as the first Black female psychologist in the United States. Dr. Prosser completed dissertation research on the impacts of racism and segregation in the educational setting on educational achievement of Black students. She challenged ideas that integration was always good for Black children. For the purpose of her research, Dr. Prosser developed a number of tools to measure personality and emotional responses. Her research shifted considerations of school functioning of that time, which otherwise focused primarily on academic achievement.

Psychology has rich histories of contributions from brilliant Black Psychologists, past and present. We will highlight them throughout the month.

01/21/2026

We provide assessment and psychotherapy services for those seeking support through WSIB. We make the process as easy as possible and support you throughout the process. We are familiar with all aspects of the claim process, such as assessment, return to work, or not being able to return to work. If you have been injured in the workplace and require therapy or assessment through WSIB, give us a call! We would be happy to help and support you.

01/05/2026

We hope you all had a warm, restful, and relaxing holiday season! Now that we are back into the swing of things, we are excited to share that we will be adding a new member to our team later this month! Kristen Sohlman, who has over 20 years of experience in providing psychotherapy services, will be joining Perspectives Psychological Services on January 19th. She has clinical experience working with a range of presenting issues and works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. If interested in working with Kristen, give us a call today and we will reserve your session now.

12/02/2025

The holiday season can hold both joyful and difficult feelings for many people. At Perspectives, we hold space for those of you that might be struggling this holiday season. We also want to embrace a season that creates a sense of joy. Our little office helper was very happy to assist in putting up the holiday tree! 🎄

10/03/2025

We are so excited about our newest art by local artist, Christopher Fox. Not only does it bring us joy in our space, but we love to support people producing beautiful art right here in our community. Miigwetch, Christopher, for this amazing painting.

09/20/2025

You can find me working with CRUX Psychology to support the provision of needed services in Atlantic Canada.

I take great pleasure in introducing Jasmine Peterson, a new and valued member of our CRUX Psychology team!

Ms. Peterson is a warm and open psychologist. She specializes in assessing and treating a wide range of mental health concerns.

We are thrilled to have Ms. Peterson available to help Atlantic Canadians. Contact us at info@cruxpsychology.ca for more information.

09/08/2025

We are excited to welcome Brooke to the Perspectives team. Brooke is a Registered Social Worker with a background in community-based advocacy and case management, who is now working as a psychotherapist. She uses a holistic and strength-based approach that explores the mind-body connection and centres each person's innate capacity for healing and growth.

Call, message, or email us today to ask about booking a session with Brooke!

09/05/2025

Kids went back to school this week. Not all children were happy about that. For children who struggle at school - because of inattention, learning difficulties, or socially, school can be a bad time.

If your child needs an assessment to get the right supports at school or if you want therapy to support your child's self-regulation, give us a call. We would love to help!

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