Psychoeducational Assessment in
Vancouver and Burnaby, BC
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Dr. Meredith MacKenzie
(currently practising under the supervision of a
Registered Psychologist of British Columbia).
If your child, teen, or adult self is struggling at school, work, or in daily life, a psychoeducational assessment can clarify learning needs and next steps.
At Parallel Wellness, we offer timely, compassionate assessments with person-first care and no wait list right now.
Our goal is to help you understand strengths, barriers, and supports so learning feels more manageable and confidence grows.
How the Psychoeducational Assessment Process Works
We structure assessments with an intake interview, multiple in-person testing sessions, and a feedback meeting to review results and recommendations. This step-by-step process keeps families informed and supported throughout.
A psychoeducational assessment explores how someone learns and processes information, looking at cognitive abilities, academic skills, and related factors (e.g., attention, memory).
It can identify learning differences such as dyslexia or other specific learning disorders, and may also clarify ADHD or giftedness for educational planning and accommodations.
What is a Psychoeducational Assessment?
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We work with children, teens, and adults seeking clarity about reading, writing, or math challenges; attention and executive functioning; and overall learning profiles.
Assessments can inform Individual Education Plans (IEP), post-secondary accommodations, or workplace support strategies.
If your main question is ADHD, we’ll guide you to our dedicated
ADHD Assessment page for detailed information and booking.
Who We Support
What the Assessment Includes
Your assessment typically includes: a detailed intake interview; standardized testing of cognitive abilities and academic achievement; questionnaires or collateral information (e.g., teacher forms, when helpful); and observations of learning approaches.
The process concludes with a collaborative feedback session to discuss results and a tailored plan to support you or your child's learning or work functioning goals.
This format helps connect test findings to everyday skills, and it supports clear next steps for home, school, and community settings.
What You’ll Receive
You’ll receive a clear, plain-language report summarizing strengths, needs, and diagnoses when applicable, alongside actionable recommendations. These may include classroom strategies, study tools, referrals, and documentation you can use to request accommodations at school or in post-secondary settings.
We review all results with you, answer questions, and outline a practical plan so you can move forward with confidence.
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Our Approach to Assessments
Parallel Wellness blends evidence-based assessment with a supportive, HAES-aligned, and trauma-informed lens. We centre dignity, cultural responsiveness, and accessibility, and we collaborate closely with parents/caregivers or support teams as appropriate.
Our approach mirrors leading clinics’ multi-appointment structures while personalizing each step to your goals.
Right now, there is no wait time for psychoeducational assessments at Parallel Wellness, so you can get answers and a plan promptly.
Fees and Coverage
Psychoeducational assessments are a comprehensive service. Some extended health plans may provide partial coverage for portions of the process. We’re happy to provide invoices and guidance you can use when requesting support from schools or workplaces. (Accommodation requests often rely on the formal report and recommendations.)
Please contact us for a fee estimate tailored to your needs.
Psychoeducational Assessments for Residents of Burnaby, Tricities and Langley, BC*
*Private and secure virtual sessions also available for out-of-area clients
Dr. Meredith MacKenzie is trained in providing comprehensive assessment for adults, adolescents and children with concerns including:
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Together, we can make school and life, feel easier.
- Struggling to read or understand written material
- Difficulty with basic math facts or problem-solving
- Mixing up letters, words, or numbers
- Daydreaming during lessons
- Frequent worry or nervousness
- Difficulty making or keeping friends
- Trouble planning ahead or staying organized
- Teachers saying your child isn’t reaching their potential
- Trouble with spelling or writing clearly
- Difficulty staying on task or finishing work
- Falling behind at school despite trying hard
Dr. Meredith MacKenzie is happy to collaborate with your doctor, school counsellor, teacher or other medical professionals to help you and your child receive the most comprehensive, well-rounded care.
Meredith founded Parallel Wellness in 2012 as a solo counsellor and now runs a thriving practice dedicated to helping her neighbours live fulfilling and peaceful lives. She has a master’s degree and PhD in Counselling Psychology.
Meredith’s current focus is on providing psychological and psychoeducational assessments to children, teens, and adults. Her goal is to help clients understand their learning profiles, identify strengths and challenges, and create actionable recommendations for school, work, and everyday life.
She has experience assessing a wide range of concerns, including:
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Registered Clinical Counsellor and Founder of Parallel Wellness
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Learning differences (reading, writing, math)
ADHD and executive functioning challenges
Giftedness and underachievement
Emotional and behavioural concerns
Anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns
Meredith strongly believes in the power of assessment to bring clarity and direction. Her approach is compassionate, trauma-informed, and evidence-based, ensuring that every client feels seen, supported, and equipped with practical next steps.
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And we’ll be with you every step of the way. (Yes, especially through the hard stuff.)
We’re here to lend a neutral ear to listen and equip you with real and effective strategies to move forward with your life.
