To Change, We Must First Understand

Change is sometimes difficult or overwhelming, but never impossible.

Understanding your needs—whether related to learning, growth and development, or mental health—is necessary to make the changes required for life satisfaction and happiness.

Pinnacle Psychology works with individuals, families and professionals to understand the developmental, educational, and mental health challenges that may be impacting them throughout the lifespan. We are a collaborative practice that provides a wide range of clinical assessment, diagnosis, consultation and treatment services that are tailored to meet your individual needs.

Pinnacle Psychology offers professional, experienced, knowledgeable, and compassionate staff who provide a client-friendly experience. Our psychologists and assessment technicians have been practising in the field for many years within a variety of areas of specialization.

Pinnacle Psychology is committed to professional education and training. Our psychologists conduct research, present at professional conferences, provide community education seminars, and supervise doctoral students in psychology.

Our offices are conveniently located in Windsor with virtual options to be accessible to residents of Essex and Kent counties. Contact us via email to see how we can help you with your change journey today.

Dr. Cory D. Saunders, C.Psych.
Dr. Saunders has practiced in the areas of Neuropsychology and Clinical Psychology for over 25 years. His practice has focused primarily on assessment, early diagnosis and treatment of neurodevelopmental, learning, and mental health disorders. He holds an appointment as the Director of the Ozad Institute, where his research is primarily focused on neurodevelopmental disorders and diagnostic classification. Dr. Saunders has been published in peer-reviewed scientific journals, presented at international conferences and has contributed to numerous community-based conferences in southwestern Ontario.

Dr. Lindsey S. Jaber, C.Psych.
Dr. Jaber has been practising in the areas of School, Clinical, and Counselling Psychology for over 15 years. She provides assessments and treatment to children and adults and is actively engaged in research regarding mental health and intervention. Dr. Jaber has numerous publications, including research articles and book chapters on topics ranging from childhood/adolescent development to aggression/bullying, trauma and suicide. She has presented at numerous international conferences and facilitated multiple training workshops for professionals.

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https://canadianscholars.ca/book/understanding-mental-health-across-educational-contexts/

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Dr. Siqi Huang, C.Psych.

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Dr. Huang practices in the areas of Clinical and Health Psychology with adults. She provides assessments for conditions related to mental health (e.g., anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, personality disorders), cognition and learning (e.g., learning disorders), neurodivergence (e.g., ADHD and autism) as well as health-related mental health concerns (e.g., distress related to somatic symptoms, pain, or becoming ill). Dr. Huang has several publications, primarily in the area of cross-cultural mental health. 

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Karla Glazewski, M.A., Registered Psychotherapist

​Karla is a psychotherapist with extensive experience providing therapy to adults, including university students, who are struggling with a wide range of presenting concerns such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, chronic pain, and relationship difficulties (romantic/friendships/family). Karla operates from a person-centred framework, regularly incorporating elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness-based interventions into her practice. She also has a seven-year research background, with past and current projects focusing on improving assessment tools used to screen for symptoms of mental health disorders. Karla has a particular passion for research that involves improving therapy practices among individuals with traumatic brain injuries.

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Allyshea Spence, M.A., Registered Psychotherapist

​Allyshea is a Registered Psychotherapist who works with individuals and dyads (including couples, co-parents, parent–child, sibling relationships, etc.) aged 13 and older. Her approach to therapy is relational, relaxed, and grounded in the belief that therapy should feel like a real conversation—one where clients are met with curiosity, compassion, and understanding. Her clinical orientation is informed by Adlerian and existential approaches, as well as incorporating elements of CBT, ACT, and RLT to support values-aligned change. She frequently works with men, clients from diverse cultural backgrounds, as well as individuals experiencing relationship and communication challenges, concerns related to self/identity, emotional regulation, and life transitions. https://www.braidedpathpsychotherapy.ca/

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Erica Miklas, Ph.D., Educational Consultant, ECE, OCT

Erica is a registered teacher and early childhood educator with a PhD in Education, specializing in educational psychology and executive function development. As an educational consultant, Erica takes a holistic, strengths-based approach, recognizing that meaningful student success is built through collaboration with families and the development of skills that support both academic achievement and lifelong success. Her programs are rooted in the Ontario Curriculum, her first hand experience supporting children in the classroom with executive function development, and her research related to executive functions, ADHD, and dysregulation.

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Alessia Pescara, M.S.W.

Alessia is a clinical social worker with a specialized practice in child and youth mental health. She provides individual and family interventions with children, adolescents, and parents to assist with presenting concerns related to anxiety, depression, behavioural management issues, social difficulties, and parenting. She also has experience providing treatment to offenders within the justice system. Alessia works from a client and family-centred approach to treatment, using a variety of interventions to address emotional, social, and behavioural challenges.

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Kaya Spence, B.A.(Hons).

Psychometrist/Assessment Technician

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Melody Ouellette, B.Ed.

Service Coordinator

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