Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Assessment

PhD, C.Psyc

Dr. Murphy is a registered psychologist, practicing in clinical psychology, neuropsychology and rehabilitation psychology, working with adults and seniors. She earned her doctorate from Western University and completed a post-doctoral fellowship at the Rotman Research Institute. Currently, she is the Director of Service Development and Research at Springboard Clinic, an Assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of Toronto, and a member of the CADDRA Research Committee. Dr. Murphy has extensive clinical and research experience in cognitive assessment and intervention. She is passionate about translating evidence-based research into clinical practice to benefit her clients: “Effective care requires understanding a person’s needs in the context of their lived experience. Whether providing assessment or treatment, my goal is to help clients feel that the expertise they have in their own lives is recognized, respected and considered at every step in the process.”

MEd, C.Psych.Assoc.

A member of the College of Psychologists of Ontario and part of the Springboard team since 2011, Tara helps children, adolescents and adults with focusing issues, as well as a wide range of mental health, emotional, behavioural and learning challenges: “I take a multidisciplinary approach to assessing our clients’ needs and integrating coaching with psychotherapy to help them develop their natural strengths.”

PhD

A member of the College of Psychologists with over 30 years’ experience of clinical practice in neuropsychology and school psychology, Dr. Currie conducts assessments and provides intervention services to children, adolescents and adults experiencing challenges relating to mental health, attentional, emotional, behavioural or learning concerns. She has particular interest in the diagnoses and treatment of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), learning disabilities (LD) and associated difficulties. At Springboard, Dr. Currie shares her insights within a multidisciplinary team and develops strengths-based plans to help clients move forward in their journey: “I’m passionate about using my expertise in evaluation and analysis/synthesis to develop meaningful interventions and recommendations that help people achieve their goals and lead their best lives.”

PsyD

Dr. Alessia Lista conducts psychological assessments with individuals of all ages. She completed her doctoral training at Adler University and is currently pursuing registration with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. She is passionate about supporting those with ADHD and has extensive experience working with individuals of all ages with emotional, behavioural, and developmental needs. Dr. Lista's approach with her clients is open, warm, and non-judgmental. She uses a number of evidence-based interventions that are flexible and tailored to her clients’ individual needs: "My goal is to help my clients better understand themselves, navigate challenges, and strive towards change."

MEd, MD, FRCPC

Dr. Richards-Bentley is the lead physician at Springboard Clinic and is recognized as an expert in ADHD as part of the ADHD Specialty E-Consultation group within OTN Hub. He has published on the topic of ADHD in physician patients and continues to supervise resident physician education with the University of Toronto Department of Psychiatry. Dr. Richards-Bentley has completed graduate work in Education and has taught Cognitive Behaviour Therapy training in Ethiopia as part of the Toronto Addis Ababa Psychiatry Project. He has delivered lectures on ADHD presentations in Emergency Psychiatry, transitional youth, gifted/high-functioning patients, and those with other neurodivergence. He is interested in global health and the treatment of ADHD and its associated difficulties, such as anxiety and mood disorders: “We help clients build a narrative of understanding themselves – their struggles, their strengths and their sources of resilience to help them become closer to who they want to be. In my work, I help to unpack sometimes conflicting identities to help them move forward.”

MD, FAAP

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