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Kathryn Ages, Psy.D., is a psychoeducational consultant who provides valuable and effective services to children, adolescents and adults which include:
Psychoeducational Assessments:Under the direct supervision of a member of the College of Psychologists, Dr. Ages provides
a comprehensive psychoeducational assessment that consists
of a review of historical data, interviews, intelligence
testing, and an assessment of academic skills and emotional
functioning. The psychoeducational evaluation may be used to
establish whether a learning disability is present;
determine whether a person meets diagnostic criteria for
ADHD or social emotional/behavioural concerns that pertain
to learning; and provide academic or career direction based
on an individual's profile of strengths and weaknesses. Under the direct supervision of a member of the College of Psychologists, Dr. Ages also conducts gifted screening evaluations to assess a child's eligibility for a gifted academic program.
Consultation: Dr. Ages assists children and adolescents
who present with concerns regarding behaviour management,
self-esteem, social skills and learning disabilities. She
works with children and adolescents to develop effective
communication and problem solving skills in order to
effectively cope with many different environmental
stressors. Dr. Ages also provides parents with the skills
and capabilities to address their children’s behavioural
challenges such as social skills and anger management.
Study Skills Coaching:Dr. Ages offers individual and group study skills coaching
for all ages. She develops a study skills curriculum
specific to her clients’ learning style, focusing on the
following skills: time management, organization,
note-taking, reading and test taking. She also coaches her
clients’ with regards to assistive technology that will
support their specific learning profile and improve their
study skills, motivation and self-esteem. Furthermore, Dr.
Ages consults with schools regarding study skills curriculum
and conducts study skills workshops with students, parents,
teachers and other school personnel.
Professional Workshops Services:Dr. Ages provides professional workshops to students,
schools, parents, mental health facilities, day care centers
and mental health professionals on a wide variety of
pertinent topics that affect children and adolescents.
Common topics include behaviour management in the classroom
and at home, sensory integration dysfunction, learning
disabilities, working with ADHD children and study skills.
Dr. Ages is able to customize workshops to address your
specific needs. Please contact her for more information. |
