Dr. Mathieson works with children, adolescents, and young adults providing psychoeducational assessments and therapy for a variety of emotional and behavioural challenges.
Specialist in Assessment of Developmental and Behavioral Concerns
Dr. Lindsay Mathieson is a Licensed Psychologist who specializes in comprehensive psychoeducational assessments for developmental and behavioral concerns, including learning disabilities, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, and prenatal substance exposure. Her evaluations provide a detailed profile of strengths and challenges, enabling tailored recommendations for home and school environments to best support the child or adolescent’s needs.
Child, Adolescent, and Young Adult Mental Health
Dr. Mathieson also has expertise in the treatment of anxiety and emotional/behavioural challenges in children, adolescents, and young adults. She provides individual therapy and also works closely with parents, providing guidance on managing their child’s emotional and behavioral challenges. Dr. Mathieson’s client-centered approach is grounded in evidence-based therapies, with a primary focus on cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).
Educational Background and Clinical Training
Dr. Mathieson earned her PhD in Developmental Psychopathology and Clinical Science from the University of Minnesota, where she specialized in child development and clinical psychology. She completed a year-long residency in Clinical Health Psychology within the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Manitoba, focusing on assessment and treatment of children and adolescents.
Research and Scholarly Contributions
Dr. Mathieson’s past research focused on relational aggression, such as gossiping, exclusion, and rumor-spreading among children and adolescents, and its links to internalizing difficulties like depression and anxiety. She has published scholarly articles on this topic and presented her findings at academic conferences, contributing to a deeper understanding of these issues.
Professional Experience
Dr. Mathieson previously worked at Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children, conducting assessments within the Complex Developmental and Behavioural Conditions (CDBC) and BC Autism Assessment Network (BCAAN) programs. This work has provided her with extensive expertise in providing comprehensive assessments for children and families navigating developmental and behavioral challenges.
