About High Point Psychology
High Point Psychology is a Calgary-based psychology practice specializing in psychological assessment and counselling for children, adolescents, and adults. See our full list of services here.
At High Point, we believe that all people should have an opportunity to reach their highest potential. We use a strengths-based approach in our work with clients -- we help you recognize your own strengths and provide recommendations and strategies that will work for you.
Meet Our Team
Dr. Andrea Stelnicki
Registered Psychologist
Carmen Gietz
Registered Psychologist
Chris Graham
Registered Psychologist
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Jena Iuliano
Registered Psychologist
Tania O'Neill
Certified Canadian Counsellor
Heidi Bernard
Registered Provisional Psychologist
Brianna Bernard
Psychometrist&
Learning Specialist
Pauleanne Codilla
Psychometrist
Sarah Williams
​Psychology Resident
Andrea Stelnicki, PhD
(she/her)
Registered Psychologist (Alberta #4778; BC #2546)
Clinical Director, Owner
Andrea works with children, adolescents, and adults providing psychological assessment, consultation, psychoeducation and therapy. Andrea has worked in public and rural schools, not-for-profit agencies, and mental health clinics with a wide range of clients of all ages and with unique strengths and areas of need. She has extensive training and experience in the assessment of learning disorders, intellectual ability, autism, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), mood and anxiety disorders, language disorders, and other neurodevelopmental disorders. She provides treatment for mood and anxiety disorders, social skills challenges, ADHD, executive dysfunction, and support for youth taking the next step into adulthood, using an approach that will work best for the client.
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Andrea has a passion for working with young people and adults who are searching for an answer as to why they are struggling at school, at work, or in their daily journey. She takes a comprehensive, systems-approach to assessment, seeking input from families and schools to fully understand the individual and their experience. Andrea particularly loves working with youth transitioning to adulthood and first responder/public safety families.
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Andrea also provides professional consultation to provisionals and psychologists on issues of assessment, ethics, and working with youth. Please reach out if you'd like to schedule a professional consultation session.
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Andrea received her Master of Science (MSc; 2013) and Doctorate (PhD; 2018) in School and Applied Child Psychology from the University of Calgary. She completed postdoctoral fellowship position (2018-2021) at the University of Regina and Canadian Institute of Public Safety Research and Treatment (CIPSRT) studying mental health and treatment for public safety personnel, first responders, nurses, and their families. She stays active in the psychology community by volunteering for various committees within the College of Alberta Psychologists and the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC. When she gets a spare moment, Andrea enjoys spending time with her family and dog, staying active, crafting, and being outside.
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Please note: Andrea is only supervising practicum students or registered provisional psychologists who are interested in an assessment-focused placement with therapy as a minor focus. Please reach out for more info.
Andrea provides free 15-minute phone consultations to explain our process with you. If you are interested in exploring the benefits of our services for yourself or your child, please email her at andrea@highpointpsychology.com
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Current counselling clients can book directly with Andrea here.
Carmen Gietz, MA
(she/her)
Registered Psychologist (Alberta #6876; BC #2917)
Associate Clinical Director
Carmen is a Registered Psychologist who specializes in assessment with individuals of all ages and abilities. She is passionate about providing comprehensive, strengths-based, and neurodiversity-affirming evaluations that help individuals better understand themselves. Carmen provides a variety of assessments, including psychoeducational, autism, ADHD, gifted, and mental health assessments. The greatest reward in her work is supporting individuals towards accurate diagnosis, greater self-understanding, and appropriate resources to reach their highest potential.
In addition to extensive training in assessment and diagnosis, Carmen can also provide evidence-based supports to children, youth, and their families to better understand and manage ADHD, oppositional behaviours, executive functioning difficulties, anxiety, school avoidance, learning differences, and challenges with emotional regulation. She also enjoys working with families and school teams to help create optimal environments for children with diverse needs. Carmen uses a collaborative, trauma-informed, and strengths-based lens in her work with individuals, families, and schools.
Carmen has a Master’s Degree in School Psychology (MA, 2011) from the University of British Columbia and past experience working in public school divisions, rural communities, non-profit groups, and community outreach. In her spare time, Carmen can be found exploring the outdoors with her family, baking, volunteering with and cheering on her children’s sports teams, or working her way through her many ‘must read’ book lists. --
To book a complimentary consultation with Carmen,
contact her at
carmen@highpointpsychology.com
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Current counselling clients can book directly with Carmen here. ​
Chris Graham, MC
(he/him/his)
Registered Psychologist (#6159)
Chris is committed to creating meaningful therapeutic relationships that support those he works with in achieving the lives that they want. Chris believes that our ability to create meaningful connections with ourselves and those around us is central to our wellbeing. He looks forward to connecting with you to support you in further embedding wellbeing in your life. Chris aims to provide a safer environment where you can explore yourself and your struggles and he can support you in creating the life that you want. He believes that no matter how big your struggle feels today, it can be better. Chris is committed to ongoing training and uses the latest research to support you in navigating your way toward the life you deserve.
"I believe that much of the harm we experience occurs within relationship and that the therapeutic relationship can offer the support, safety, and connection necessary to experience repair. I am confident that we can work together to ensure you are supported in the ways you need and deserve."
Chris offers counselling services for individuals, couples, and families. He has particular experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, people of diverse abilities, sex and sexuality, trans and gender diverse care, and intersections between these identities and experiences.
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To learn more about the services Chris offers, please contact him to arrange a 15-minute free consultation by phone at
chris@highpointpsychology.com
Jena Iuliano, MC
(she/her)
Registered Psychologist (#7328)
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Jena works with youth (13 - 18 years old) and adults who suffer from trauma, stress, relationship issues, boundary setting, anxiety, depression, and sexual and gender exploration. Jena has a special interest working with the LGBTQ* community and strives to make a safe and welcoming space for them. She also has a passion for working with addictions and has 10+ years experience working with this population in residential treatment settings and, more recently, private practice. Recently she taught psycho-educational workshops in a residential inpatient setting. The workshops were about concurrent disorders, self-esteem, anger management, and healthy communication.
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Jena works primarily from an attachment lens and is trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). She also uses techniques from Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution Focused Therapy.
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Jena is a Registered Psychologist, Psychologists Association of Alberta member, and EMDR therapist. She received her Bachelor of Science, Specialization in Psychology with Completion of the Industrial Internship in Psychology from the University of Alberta (2013). She completed her Masters of Counseling Psychology at City University of Seattle - Calgary Campus.
In her spare time, Jena can usually be found doing something active like climbing, hiking, Muay Thai, or lifting weights. When not being active she likes to spend time with her nephew, reading books, or sitting down with her partner watching movies or playing video games.
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To book an appointment with Jena, contact her at
jena@highpointpsychology.com
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Tania O'Neill, MA
(she/her)
Certified Canadian Counsellor
Tania is a Certified Canadian Counsellor (C.C.C) with over 25 years of experience supporting children and families in various settings such as school-based support, parent coaching, and residential treatment programs. She offers individual and family counselling services with a person-centered approach, emphasizing the importance of developing a therapeutic connection to support meaningful change. Tania is passionate about helping children, families, and couples navigate various challenges they may face. She aims to provide a safe, accepting, and flexible counselling environment for children, teens, adults, and families to empower them to discover their strengths and areas they want to focus on.
Tania holds a Master's Degree in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and has extensive training in trauma-informed practices, attachment, and early childhood development. She has particular experience supporting individuals who are managing anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, parenting concerns, and struggles with interpersonal relationships. She utilizes counseling approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused approaches, and emotionally focused approaches to help clients overcome their challenges.
In her spare time, Tania enjoys spending time with her family, cheering loudly at her children's various sporting events. In the summer she spends as much time outside as possible, camping, boating, and enjoying the company of great friends.
Heidi Bernard, MSc
(she/her)
Registered Provisional Psychologist (#P7370)
Heidi is supervised by Dr. Hanna Duffy, RPsych (#4823)
Heidi is a Registered Provisional Psychologist with expertise in therapy and psychological assessment for individuals of all ages and abilities. With extensive experience working with neurodiverse populations and their families, Heidi is passionate about helping individuals understand how factors like intellectual ability, memory, attention, sensory processing, social-emotional functioning, and socio-cultural influences intersect to shape unique neurotypes and learning profiles.
Heidi’s approach is strength-based, focusing on building confidence and fostering positive change within individuals and their family systems. She believes that growth and learning are most effective when children and adults feel safe, supported, and connected. Through her work, she provides individualized, practical strategies to address a range of challenges, from learning differences to emotional regulation, ADHD, anxiety, and social relationships.
In addition to her training in the assessment and diagnosis of neurodevelopmental and mood disorders, Heidi collaborates with families, school teams, and other professionals to ensure children with diverse needs are placed in environments where they can thrive. Her work is guided by a neurodiverse-affirming, trauma-sensitive lens that emphasizes collaboration and prioritizes the unique strengths and needs of each individual.
Heidi holds a Master’s Degree in School and Applied Child Psychology (MSc, 2022) from the University of Calgary, as well as a Master of Health Science (MSc, 2016) from the University of Prince Edward Island. She has also gained valuable experience working in hospital and research settings as part of multidisciplinary teams.
Outside of work, Heidi enjoys walking and running, trying new restaurants with her family, or relaxing with a good book.
Heidi can be contacted at
heidi@highpointpsychology.com
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Brianna Bernard, BSc, MSc Student
(she/her)
Psychometrist & Learning Specialist
​Building on a Bachelor of Science in Psychology (First Class Honours), Brianna is currently a Master of Science student in School and Applied Child Psychology at the University of Calgary. Brianna has assisted with research projects such as the KOALA Research Project on pediatric brain injury at the Alberta Children’s Hospital which led her to complete an undergraduate thesis investigating injury mechanism in relation to post-concussion symptoms in children and adolescents. She has also presented at academic conferences and is skilled in data management, psychological assessments, and research methodologies.
Certified in multiple areas, including swim instructor, CPR/First Aid, and lifeguarding, Brianna combines strong academic credentials with a diverse skill set, aiming to advance child and adolescent mental health through research and applied psychology.
In her free time, Brianna enjoys activities such as skiing, yoga and dinners with friends.
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Brianna provides psychometry (testing) and reading intervention services in our Calgary office. Book a reading intervention session here
Brianna can be contacted at
Pauleanne Codilla, BA
(she/her)
Psychometrist (Fort St. John Satellite Office)
Pauleanne recently graduated from the University of Alberta with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (Cooperative Education), along with certificates in Community Service Learning and Interdisciplinary Leadership Studies. Her interests lie at the intersection of psychology and public health, shaping her curiosity about how individual and systemic factors influence population health outcomes. She is passionate about supporting individuals in achieving their healthiest potential, whether by promoting healthy lifestyle choices or addressing barriers to healthier opportunities.
Pauleanne brings many years of experience in the non-profit sector, supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds. She applies her knowledge and experience to ensure service delivery grounded in empathy, cultural humility, and person-centred care.
Outside of work, Pauleanne enjoys being active (such as bouldering, cycling, and playing squash, to name a few!), reading, exploring local cafes, and volunteering in her community however way she can.
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Pauleanne works out of our Fort St. John satellite office. If you're interested in joining the waitlist for our hybrid assessments in FSJ, please reach out!
Pauleanne can be contacted at
Sarah Williams, MSc
(she/her)
Psychology Resident
Sarah is supervised by Dr. Andrea Stelnicki, RPsych (Alberta #4778; BC #2546)
Sarah is a doctoral resident who specializes in assessment with children and youth. She
has training and experience in the assessment of learning disorders, intellectual ability,
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and mood and anxiety disorders. In
addition to assessment, Sarah also provides counselling to children and youth to
address a range of concerns, including attention and executive functioning challenges,
anxiety and stress, depression and low mood, emotional regulation, and behavioral
difficulties.
Sarah approaches her practice from a resilience and strengths-based perspective. She
is passionate about helping children and youth better understand themselves—both
their areas of strength and their areas of vulnerability—and about helping the adults in
their lives see the true child and learn how to best support them in reaching their full
potential.
Sarah is currently completing her PhD in the School and Applied Child Psychology
(SACP) program at the University of Calgary, where she also earned her master’s
degree in SACP in 2021. In her spare time, Sarah enjoys spending time outdoors,
listening to podcasts, reading, and being with friends and family.
Sarah can be contacted at