Dr. Chantal Schafers, PhD, is a dedicated clinical psychologist who brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her practice. She earned her doctorate from the CPA-accredited clinical psychology program at the University of Saskatchewan in 2019. With extensive experience in psychological assessment and therapy, she is registered with the College of Alberta Psychologists.

Dr. Schafers has worked with diverse adult populations, emphasizing evidence-based assessment and therapy practices. Her comprehensive assessments have served various purposes, from differential diagnosis and formulating treatment strategies to measuring treatment outcomes and providing helpful insights to third-party stakeholders. She possesses extensive experience in both individual and group therapy interventions.

Her practice spans many domains, including ADHD, trauma, autism, cognitive disabilities, mood and anxiety-related disorders, psychosis, grief, substance abuse, emotion regulation, workplace injuries, and behavioural challenges (e.g., self-harm and aggression). She has practiced both inpatient and outpatient settings. Dr. Schafers’ multifaceted experience equips her to navigate complex psychological landscapes with precision and compassion.

Dr. Schafers’ experience extends to research activities, earning her awards such as the Canadian Psychological Association’s Certificate of Academic Excellence (2020) and the J. Stephen Wormith Graduate Research Award (2020).

Furthermore, Dr. Schafers is dedicated to continuous learning and professional growth. She regularly attends a variety of professional development workshops to ensure she remains up-to-date with best practices. Some of the recent workshops she has attended include: - Autism Assessment in Adults: Differentiating the Complexities of Autism from Co-Occurring Mental Health Issues, Dr. W. Lawson - Assessing and Treating Personality Pathology in the DSM-5 and ICD-11 Era, Dr. Huprick - Healing Minority Stress among the 2SLGBTQIA+ Community through CBT, Dr. T. Hatchard - Advanced Assessment and Treatment of Attention Deficit Disorders, Dr. T. E. Brown - The Pain Paradox: Mindfulness/Compassion-Based Approaches for Complex Trauma, Dr. J. Briere

Dr. Schafers is committed to providing the highest quality of services, rooted in evidence-based practices. Her extensive experience, rigorous training, and dedication to enhancing the well-being of her clients make her a trusted and well-respected psychologist.

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