When navigating mental health challenges or seeking answers through psychological assessments, finding the right professional is a deeply personal step. At Manor Clinic, we believe that effective care is built on clinical excellence, empathy, and cultural safety. Our multidisciplinary clinic in Edmonton brings together highly trained experts dedicated to helping children, youth, adults, and families achieve long-term well-being and resilience.

If you are looking for comprehensive mental health therapy or specialized neurodevelopmental testing, our clinic offers a collaborative, client-centred approach. 

Below, we introduce you to the experienced professionals who make up the Manor Clinic team in Edmonton, highlighting their clinical backgrounds, therapeutic modalities, and areas of specialization.

The Role of a Psychologist in Your Mental Health Journey

Understanding the distinct roles within mental health care helps you make informed choices for your treatment plan. Psychologists are trained professionals who hold advanced graduate degrees (Master’s or Doctorates) and specialize in the science of human behaviour, cognitive processes, and emotional regulation.

In Alberta, professionals registered with the College of Alberta Psychologists adhere to rigorous ethical standards and continuing competency requirements. Their work generally encompasses:

• Psychological and Neurodevelopmental Assessments: Utilizing standardized psychometric testing tools to diagnose conditions such as Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), learning disabilities, intellectual exceptionalities, and complex personality disorders.
• Evidence-Based Psychotherapy: Providing non-pharmacological interventions like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to manage conditions such as anxiety, trauma, depression, and obsessive-compulsive patterns.
• Collaborative Care Plans: Working alongside medical doctors, psychiatrists, and educational bodies to build continuous support structures and recommend tailored accommodations for schools or workplaces.

Meet the Psychologists at Manor Clinic

 

1. Deepa Thomas, Registered Psychologist

Deepa Thomas brings an extensive international background spanning private practice, hospital systems, clinical research, and educational institutions. She holds Master’s degrees in both Forensic Psychology and Applied Psychology (with a specialization in Clinical Psychology), as well as a pre-doctoral degree focusing on Psychiatry, Neuropsychology, and Clinical Psychology. Deepa is currently advancing her academic foundations by pursuing a doctoral degree in Forensic Psychology.

• Clinical Specialities: Deepa specializes heavily in complex psychological evaluations. Her expertise includes comprehensive evaluations for ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, psychoeducational challenges, giftedness, and formal IQ or cognitive testing.
• Hospital and Rehabilitation Expertise: She possesses deep clinical experience within hospital environments, conducting critical cognitive assessments for individuals navigating acquired brain injuries, motor vehicle accident trauma, and geriatric populations showing early markers of dementia.
• Therapeutic Approaches: While an assessment specialist, her clinical framework is deeply rooted in client-centered care, incorporating evidence-informed strategies from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
  

2. Dr Tanya Wasielewski, Registered Psychologist

Dr Tanya Wasielewski is a seasoned clinician with over 15 years of international experience across private practice, public healthcare settings, and educational environments. She holds a Doctoral degree in Psychology, balancing specialized mastery in clinical psychology alongside an analytical foundation in educational psychology.

• Clinical Specialities: Dr Wasielewski focuses on extensive psychological diagnostics across all developmental stages, from young children to older adults. Her primary assessment domains include Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, intellectual disabilities, and specialized learning disorders.
• Therapeutic Approaches: In her therapeutic practice for adults, Dr Wasielewski integrates positive psychology with action-oriented modalities. She frequently draws from Solution-Focused Therapy, CBT, DBT, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients navigate severe anxiety, depression, and life transitions.

3. Aaron Block, Registered Psychologist

With nearly two decades of dedicated service across Alberta, Aaron Block is known for providing deeply validating, client-centric, and trauma-informed psychological care. He earned his Master of Education in Educational Psychology from the University of Alberta and has built a clinical reputation centred around safety, transparency, and holistic growth.

• Clinical Specialities: Aaron specializes in structural, actionable psychological assessments for children, youth, and adults. His testing protocols target ADHD, Autism, and intellectual tracking, ensuring families walk away with clear, practical pathways for support.
• Indigenous and Culturally Safe Practices: A core component of Aaron’s practice is his extensive experience collaborating with Indigenous communities across Alberta, implementing culturally secure, anti-violent, and healing-centred frameworks.
• Therapeutic Approaches: He provides individual and couples therapy utilizing an eclectic mix of CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy, backed by advanced methodologies like Expressive Art Therapy and Memory Reconsolidation.

4. Dr Heather Burke, Registered Psychologist

Dr Heather Burke completed a comprehensive clinical path, holding a Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology. Her early training focused heavily on adult and geriatric clinical care within complex medical structures, which she subsequently expanded through a rigorous post-doctoral specialization dedicated to pediatric, youth, and neurodevelopmental assessment. She became fully registered with the College of Alberta Psychologists in 2023.

• Clinical Specialities: Dr Burke’s diagnostic practice covers the entire lifespan. For youth and pediatric clients, she evaluates neurodevelopmental profiles (Autism, ADHD, learning differences, and core cognitive processing capacities). For adults, she administers deep psychodiagnostic profiles tracking executive dysfunctions, clinical depression, mood disorders, and memory preservation.
• Neurological Insights: Drawing from intensive hospital experience, she is exceptionally skilled at evaluating cognitive changes linked to acquired brain injuries, concussions, and progressive dementias.

5. Jenny Ann Phillips, Registered Psychologist

Jenny Ann Phillips completed her Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology at McGill University in 2017. She holds active memberships with both the College of Alberta Psychologists and the Psychologists’ Association of Alberta. Her practice centres exclusively around adults aged 18 and older, supporting individuals at every crossroad of adult development.

• Clinical Specialities: Jenny Ann is an integrative therapist focusing on advanced behavioural interventions. She has an elite clinical interest in Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (I-CBT), an evidence-based modality highly successful in treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). She also specializes in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) to tackle chronic sleep issues.
• Therapeutic Approaches: Her adult clinical framework blends the core foundations of CBT with Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma processing, along with values-driven Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).

6. Victoria Clauson, Registered Psychologist & BCBA

Victoria Clauson brings a rare dual perspective to Manor Clinic, operating as both a Registered Psychologist and a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA). Backed by a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and over 17 years of hands-on experience, Victoria works fluidly across clinics, school systems, and home environments.

• Clinical Specialities: Victoria has devoted a major portion of her nearly two-decade career to understanding and supporting individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). She works alongside families to decode cognitive profiles, highlight unique structural strengths, and uncover developmental variations.
• Assessment Portfolio: She provides psychological and behavioural assessments for children, adolescents, and adults, pinpointing ADHD, acute learning barriers, behavioural challenges, and developmental milestones.

7. Sonia Khandelwal, Registered Provisional Psychologist

Sonia Khandelwal is a skilled Registered Provisional Psychologist operating under strict regulatory supervision to provide modern, evidence-based care. Sonia holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology alongside a specialized Post-Master’s Certificate in Counselling Psychology, coupled with more than a decade of experience across educational and community sectors.

• Clinical Specialities: Under the direct supervision of a senior registered psychologist, Sonia conducts psychological testing for children and adolescents aged 3 to 16, specifically analyzing ADHD, Autism Spectrum profiles, and specialized psychoeducational competencies.
• Advanced Trauma Certifications: Sonia holds advanced clinical certifications in EMDR for both adults and pediatric populations, Sand Play Therapy, and acute trauma-focused interventions. Her therapeutic methodology integrates mindfulness-based practices, play-based therapy, CBT, and DBT to build long-term emotional regulation in children and couples.

Our Collaborative Approach to Assessments and Therapy

 

What separates the Manor Clinic team, Edmonton, from standalone practices is our commitment to multidisciplinary, collaborative care. Mental healthcare is rarely isolated to a single symptom or solution. For instance, an educational assessment may reveal a processing challenge that benefits from targeted therapy, or a complex mood disorder might require consultation across disciplines.

At Manor Clinic, our psychologists, provisional psychologists, and mental health therapists frequently hold case conferences and consult internally with our staff psychiatrists. This intersection ensures that if a client undergoes a detailed psychological assessment, their therapeutic journey or medical recommendations are completely aligned.

We understand that accessing care in person isn’t always possible due to busy schedules, mobility challenges, or location. To ensure continuous access, our team provides flexible delivery models, including secure online video counselling and phone consultations, allowing clients throughout Alberta to receive premium mental healthcare from the comfort of their homes.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Do I need a doctor’s referral to book an appointment with a psychologist?

No. You do not need a formal referral from a family doctor or psychiatrist to access services at Manor Clinic. You can reach out to our intake team directly to match you with a psychologist based on your goals. However, if your family physician or another specialist issues a referral, we happily collaborate with them to maintain continuity of care.

How long do psychological or neurodevelopmental assessments take?

Psychological assessments (such as formal evaluations for ADHD or Autism) are comprehensive and require several hours of face-to-face testing, clinical interviews, and file analysis. At Manor Clinic, we prioritize efficiency alongside diagnostic accuracy, aiming to complete these evaluations within six weeks of your initial intake appointment.

Are services provided by psychologists covered by insurance?

Most private extended health insurance plans in Alberta provide full or partial coverage for services rendered by a Registered Psychologist or a Registered Provisional Psychologist. Because every insurance provider and policy varies, we recommend reaching out directly to your insurance provider to clarify your yearly coverage limits for psychological services or counselling.