
Dr. Sarah Setchell
Hons. BSc., M.A., Ph.D., C.Psych.
Registered Clinical & School Psychologist
"I believe in meeting every young person – and their family – with curiosity, compassion, and respect. I’m passionate about helping them thrive in a world that doesn’t always understand how they see it."
About Me
I’ve seen firsthand how undiagnosed learning and attention differences can impact a young person’s mental health, self-confidence, and overall life path. This understanding is at the heart of my work. At Bay Psychology, I offer comprehensive psychological and psychoeducational assessments for children, teens, and young adults (ages 5 to 20 years), supporting them in understanding their unique strengths and challenges. I work closely with families, schools, physicians, and other professionals to ensure each assessment is thorough and informed by multiple perspectives. I take great care in my work and am deeply committed to offering thoughtful, high-quality support to every client and family I meet. Outside of my clinical work, I enjoy spending time with my partner, young daughter, and our lively goldendoodle. I enjoy attending music concerts and community events, spending time on the lake, gardening, and doing art.
Education & Training
Experience
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MA and PhD in Clinical Psychology, University of Windsor
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BSc Honours in Psychology, Queen’s University
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Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition (ADOS-2) – formal training
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Autism Diagnostic Interview, Revised (ADI-R) – formal training
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Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASSIST)
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Canadian Centre for Threat Assessment and Trauma Response, Violence Threat Risk Assessment (VTRA) Training – Level I and III
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Registered with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario (CPBAO), with competencies in the areas of Clinical and School Psychology, 2015
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Authorized to work with children and adolescents
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Bay Psychology, since 2023
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Hands – The Family Help Network, 2020-2022
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York Region district School Board, 2013 - 2019
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Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, Pre-Doctoral Internship, 2012-2013
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Council of Canadian Departments of Psychology Teaching Award of Excellence
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Whole-child perspective
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Culturally responsive
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Collaborative and client-centered
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Trauma-informed
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Neurodivergent-affirming
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Strength-based