Kelsey Dawson
MA in Counselling Psychology, Registered Provisional Psychologist
Kelsey Dawson has been a Registered Provisional Psychologist since 2024. She specializes in psychoeducational assessments, teen counselling, and working with LGBTQ+ clients.
Prior to her work in psychology, Kelsey spent five years working at the University of Alberta in student admissions and advising, including work on educational panels for teachers and healthcare workers with the Institute for Sexual Minority Studies and Services.
Kelsey practices from a person-centred lens first and foremost. Her modalities include cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, and feminist therapy.
Outside of work, Kelsey enjoys video games, playing the drums, petting cats, and concerts.
About my practice
Therapeutic Lens
I work primarily from a person-centred lens, viewing clients as the experts in their own experiences. I integrate approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and motivational nterviewing based on each client’s needs and goals. I bring humour and authenticity into sessions, with a strong focus on the therapeutic relationship. I offer individual therapy for teens and adults to help clients build the life they want—or discover what that might be.​
Psychoeducational Assessments
I provide psychoeducational assessments for clients aged 13+, with a specific focus on the educational needs of the client, and exploring cognitive, academic, and behavioural areas of strength and need. My approach involves making the assessment engaging and interesting for the client, as well as providing accessible reports with concrete recommendations.
Teens and Young Adults
My prior experience at the University of Alberta and at a teen-specialty clinic has given me a unique passion for working teens and young adults navigating the life changes that occur between ages 16-25. Working out your own goals and desires for your life can be daunting and confusing. Whether it’s school stress, launching a career, your first breakup, or exploration of your own identity, I enjoy the opportunity to work through these things together.
Credentials
Kelsey's education includes:
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M.A. in Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University
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Foundations of Psychological Assessment Certification, Psychologists Association of Alberta
Kelsey is a member in good standing of the following professional organizations
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College of Alberta Psychologists