Dr. Shawna Allen, C.Psych.

Dr. Shawna Allen is a registered School and Clinical Psychologist who provides assessment and evidence-based treatment for children and adolescents. She works collaboratively with families to support meaningful growth across emotional, behavioural, and academic domains.

Dr. Allen helps young people build confidence, develop practical skills, and feel more capable at home, at school, and in their relationships.

Learn More About Me

The most rewarding part of my work is supporting children, teens, and their families as they gain a deeper understanding of themselves and build confidence in areas that once felt overwhelming. Whether through therapy or assessment, I find it incredibly meaningful to help young people recognize their strengths, develop practical skills, and feel more capable in their daily lives.

I value being part of a team at Wonderwise Psychology that takes a collaborative, child- and teen-centred approach. Each young person’s strengths, needs, and goals are carefully considered, and I appreciate the opportunity to use evidence-based strategies in both therapy and assessment. Supporting children and teens as they experience growth in their learning, relationships, and emotional well-being, and seeing the lasting impact on families, makes this work deeply fulfilling.

Growing up, I wanted to be a teacher. I was fascinated by how people learn and develop, and I enjoyed helping others feel more confident in their abilities. Those early interests continue to guide my work with children, adolescents, and families.

My clinical approach is evidence-based, collaborative, and individualized. I primarily draw from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), tailoring treatment to the unique strengths, needs, and developmental level of each child or teen. I emphasize building insight, strengthening emotional regulation skills, and developing practical strategies, while working closely with parents to support meaningful and lasting change.

Areas of Focus

I provide comprehensive assessments and child therapy for children and adolescents experiencing a range of emotional, behavioural, and academic concerns.

My areas of focus include:

• Anxiety and stress management

• Low mood

• Emotion regulation

• Behavioural concerns

• ADHD and attentional difficulties

• Executive functioning skills

• Sleep difficulties

• Academic support and school-related concerns

• Psychological and psychoeducational assessments

I have experience conducting comprehensive psychological and psychoeducational assessments for children and adolescents with learning challenges, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and mental health concerns. My goal is to provide practical recommendations that support children and families across home and school settings.

Education & Professional Background

• Registered School and Clinical Psychologist

• Psy.D., Clinical Psychology, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Chicago, Illinois

• Pre-doctoral Residency completed through the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE), University of Toronto

• Training at Broadview Psychology

• Training at Toronto District School Board (TDSB)

During my graduate training, I worked in a variety of settings, including academic medical centres, hospitals, private practices, and schools. I provide assessment and evidence-based treatment to children and adolescents with a range of presenting concerns.