Fiona Steedman
Calgary,AB
Summary
I am an enthusiastic and dedicated school psychologist who is passionate about supporting school and home environments that facilitate positive mental health, skill development and overall well-being. Through a collaborative approach, I am committed to helping schools and families build on student's strengths to address areas of need and overcome obstacles.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Provisional Psychologist
Rockyview School Division, 2023 - Current
08.2023 - Current
- Collaborating with school staff, students, parents, and multi-disciplinary teams to address student needs and improve overall functioning.
- Conducting personalized assessments of students' emotional, behavioral, and learning needs to aid schools and families in understanding students' learning profiles and identifying strengths while addressing vulnerabilities.
- Monitoring student progress and maintaining open and supportive communication with parents and school staff to promote home-school collaboration and support student development.
- Supporting school teams by offering psychoeducation and skill-building opportunities to increase their capacity to effectively support their students.
Registered Provisional Psychologist
Koru Family Psychology
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Developed a nuanced understanding of diagnosing and supporting children and families across a spectrum of neurodiverse conditions, including autism, anxiety, ADHD, and learning differences.
- Delivered therapeutic interventions and counselling to children and families, focusing on building strengths and flexibility, resilience, and emotion regulation skills.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, assessment results, and treatment notes in accordance with ethical guidelines.
- Organized and delivered complimentary seminars to educate medical professionals, allied mental health professionals, educators, parents, and interested individuals on subjects pertaining to child and youth development and well-being.
Registered Provisional Psychologist
Foothills Academy
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Utilized psycho-educational assessment process to identify areas of need and "islands of competence" for students and families.
- Fostered my understanding of learning profiles to empower students to advocate for their needs.
- Enhanced my understanding of the processes underlying specific learning disorders and effective intervention approaches.
Research Assistant
The Alex
01.2021 - 07.2021
Early Intervention Therapist
Society For Autism Supports And Services
02.2018 - 10.2020
Education
Master of Education - School & Applied Child Psychology
The University of Calgary
Calgary 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
The University of Calgary
Calgary 11.2015
Skills
- Self-Evaluation
- Assessment & Evaluation
- Collaboration
- Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking
Affiliations
- College of Alberta Psychologists, Registered Provisional Psychologist
Timeline
Registered Provisional Psychologist
Rockyview School Division, 2023 - Current
08.2023 - Current
Registered Provisional Psychologist
Koru Family Psychology
08.2022 - 09.2023
Registered Provisional Psychologist
Foothills Academy
05.2022 - 08.2023
Research Assistant
The Alex
01.2021 - 07.2021
Early Intervention Therapist
Society For Autism Supports And Services
02.2018 - 10.2020
Master of Education - School & Applied Child Psychology
The University of Calgary
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
The University of Calgary
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