Joshua McConnell
Provisional Psychologist
Joshua is currently completing his PhD program in School Psychology with a research and clinical specialization in autism.
Virtual and In-Person Sessions Available
Josh is a Provisional Psychologist who specializes in comprehensive psychological assessments for children with neurodevelopmental differences, including autism, ADHD, and intellectual disability. He is passionate about helping families gain clear, meaningful insights into their child’s strengths, challenges, and support needs through a thorough and compassionate assessment process.
In his therapeutic work, Josh takes a warm, collaborative, and strengths-based approach that is tailored to each child’s developmental level and individual needs. He focuses on building a strong therapeutic relationship and creating a safe, supportive environment where children feel understood and engaged. Josh integrates evidence-based strategies to support emotional regulation, coping skills, and adaptive functioning, helping children build confidence and practical skills that generalize to home, school, and social settings.
Josh’s Main Specializations
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Autism Spectrum
Josh provides comprehensive autism assessments and therapeutic early intervention tailored to each child’s unique profile. He helps families better understand social communication differences, sensory sensitivities, and behavioural patterns, while offering practical strategies to support daily functioning and development.
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ADHD and AuDHD
Josh works with children experiencing attention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity challenges. Through assessment and therapeutic counselling, he helps identify how ADHD presents in each child and provides strategies to improve focus, emotional regulation, and success at home and school.
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Intellectual Disabilities
Josh conducts thorough assessments to evaluate cognitive and adaptive functioning, helping families understand their child’s learning profile and support needs. He provides clear recommendations to guide educational planning and access to appropriate resources.
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Anxiety Disorders
Josh supports children who experience excessive worry, fear, or avoidance. He works to identify underlying triggers and helps children build coping skills, emotional awareness, and confidence in managing challenging situations.
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Emotional & Behavioural Support
Josh helps children who struggle with managing strong emotions, frustration, or behavioural outbursts. He focuses on building practical skills for emotional regulation, problem-solving, and communication in a supportive and developmentally appropriate way.
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Neurodevelopmental Differences
Josh provides comprehensive assessments for a range of neurodevelopmental concerns, helping families gain clarity around their child’s strengths and areas of difficulty. His goal is to offer meaningful insights and actionable recommendations that support long-term development and wellbeing.
Assessment Approach
Josh takes a structured and collaborative approach to assessment. He understands that pursuing an assessment can feel overwhelming for families, and he prioritizes creating a supportive, respectful experience where children feel comfortable and caregivers feel informed every step of the way. His goal is not only to provide accurate diagnoses when appropriate, but also to offer practical, individualized recommendations that support a child’s development at home, in school, and in the community.
Philosophy of Care
Josh is committed to helping children and families better understand themselves and access the supports they need to thrive. He values clarity, collaboration, and empathy in his work, and strives to create a positive, meaningful experience for every family he works with.
More About Josh
Josh is currently completing his PhD in School Psychology, with a research and clinical specialization in autism. His training includes advanced clinical practice as well as research, allowing him to stay closely connected to current evidence-based approaches in assessment and intervention.