Recognizing Potential, Shaping the Future

Giftedness Assessments for Children (6+)

We offer comprehensive giftedness assessments for children (6+) to identify unique strengths and needs. Our in-person and online services provide guidance for families.
Child participating in a giftedness assessment session with a specialist.
Comprehensive Assessments for Young Minds

Identifying Potential, Guiding Development

Our experienced giftedness therapists at Catalyst Mind Center can implement giftedness assessments to evaluate the intellectual, creative, and academic abilities of children aged 6 and above. Our goal is to provide a complete understanding of your child’s unique profile. Furthermore, we offer guidance to parents and educators to help them meet the specific needs of gifted children and provide appropriate support for any potential challenges that may arise.

We believe that understanding a child’s abilities is the first step toward unlocking their full potential. Through our comprehensive assessments, we empower families with the knowledge and tools they need to foster a supportive environment where a gifted child can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Common Needs We Address

Our assessments and counselling services help gifted young clients with
Social and emotional development needs
Perfectionism or performance anxiety
Boredom or lack of motivation in school
Challenges in connecting with peers
Asynchronous development
Stress from high expectations
Our Holistic Approach to Assessment

Personalized Assessments in
West Vancouver

We offer a thorough and compassionate approach to giftedness assessments. Our process is designed to be engaging for your child while providing you with valuable insights and practical strategies.

Comprehensive Evaluation

A multi-faceted assessment to understand cognitive, academic, and creative strengths.

Personalized Recommendations

We provide a detailed report with tailored strategies for home and school.

Emotional Support

Counselling to help your child navigate social-emotional challenges related to giftedness.

Guidance for Parents & Educators

We offer support and tools to help you advocate for your child’s unique needs.

Ongoing Support

Follow-up sessions to ensure your child continues to thrive.

Strength-Based Approach

Our focus is on empowering your child by recognizing and celebrating their abilities.

In-person & Online Counselling for Youth

Our dedicated psychotherapists and holistic practitioners are passionate about supporting individuals in attaining a more balanced and fulfilling life. Our therapists can provide service in-person or online and offer individual or couples, groups and workshops.

MA, CCC

She is a Canadian Certified Counsellor, bringing professional expertise and compassionate presence to her work. She’s particularly passionate about helping clients regain a sense of resilience and agency.

MA

She is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with over 8 years of experience providing Clinical counselling therapy and working an educational setting as a university, professor and school counsellor.

PhD, CCC, CCC-S

She is a Canadian Certified Counsellor and Supervisor with over 28 years of experience supporting clients of all ages. She offers a compassionate space to heal, gain insight, and move forward with purpose.

MCP-AT, RCC, CCC

She is a clinical counsellor and art therapist with 22 years of experience, supporting healing through art. She uses creativity and mindfulness to guide self-discovery, resilience, and peace.  
Cancellation Policy
We kindly request that you notify us at least 48 hours in advance if you are unable to attend your scheduled therapy appointment. Failure to do so will result in a charge for the full session’s cost. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in respecting our cancellation policy, which helps us to provide the best possible care to all of our clients.

Why Choose
Catalyst Mind Center

Because growth begins with the courage to challenge your mindset—and we're here to support every step, in person or virtually.

Subscribe to our newsletter!

Please subscribe to join our emailing list to receive updates about the programs you can register for at our center and our blogs.