Meghan Barlow, Ph.D.

Meghan Barlow, Ph.D., is a licensed pediatric psychologist specializing in the assessment and treatment of children, adolescents and young adults on the autism spectrum. She also has a wide range of experience working with children who have a variety of anxiety disorders, developmental disorders, attention deficit disorders, mood disorders, behavioral concerns, genetic and metabolic syndromes and acute or chronic medical conditions. Dr. Barlow is the owner of a private practice, Meghan Barlow and Associates, where she provides assessment, treatment and group therapy services for children, adolescents, and young adults. Dr. Barlow has developed trainings and workshops for parents, school professionals, and mental health providers on topics related to social skills, autism spectrum disorder, depression and anxiety. She speaks in a variety of settings offering education and practical strategies for managing children’s behaviour, facilitating social skills and navigating developmental transitions. Dr. Barlow earned her Ph.D. from Kent State University

Testimonials

“Excellent speaker – engaging and able to differentiate teaching/information to suit the needs of a very diverse group (teachers, parents etc.)”
– Angie Reichenbach | London, ON | October 27, 2017

“Excellent presentation. Dr. Barlow is knowledgeable, extremely engaging and provided very helpful, practical examples and strategies. Thank you very much Dr. Barlow!”
– M.Pasma | London, ON | October 27, 2017

“Meghan Barlow presented her workshop with passion and interest in her field. She used real-life cases and stories that she has experienced first-hand to help others understand the concept she is teaching. Great workshop and wonderful instructor who has a terrific way of sharing knowledge in the field of autism.”
–Teija O | Oakville, ON | October 26, 2017

“Very good information. DSM updates were well explained. Useful descriptions and examples. I even wrote down phrases – the language to use with teachers + parents. This helped me think from the student with autism. I loved the slides + presentation –  great way to learn the info + also to reflect. Now we have useful narratives to with staff.”
– Anonymous | London, ON | October 27, 2017

“This was very helpful + practical for both professionals and families. It was reassuring to hear that some of the strategies were things that were easy to understand + implement. It was excellent.”
– Sarah Mellet | Oakville, ON | October 26, 2017

Steven G. Feifer, D.Ed., ABSNP

Steven G. Feifer, D.Ed., ABPdN is dually trained as both a nationally certified school psychologist and board certified pediatric neuropsychologist.  He has more than 20 years of experience working directly in public education, and is currently in private practice assessing children in Frederick, Maryland.  Dr. Feifer has earned numerous distinctions throughout his career including being awarded the Maryland School Psychologist of the Year, the National School Psychologist of the Year, and recently the Legends of School Psychology award.  He remains a popular speaker at many state, national, and international conferences, and has authored eight books on learning and emotional disorders in children.  Lastly, Dr. Feifer has also authored three tests on diagnosing learning disabilities in children, all of which are published by PAR.

Testimonials

 “I love the speaker. He knows how to engage the audience and keep us focused. Interesting and applicable info and stories, very organized and will timed presentation.”
– Richmond, BC | December 2, 2019

“This professional learning workshop was very targeted and well organized. The presenter was well prepared and very knowledgeable. He explicitly connected the neuropsychology and the intervention piece. A very worthwhile and informative session.”
– Calgary, AB | November 1 – 2, 2018

“Very good presentation. Thorough scientific content. Very clear about information. Afternoon presentation, very clear, excellent content. This is a deeply competent, expert + well informed.”
– Langley, BC | November 20 – 22, 2017

“Congratulations Dr. Feifer on being one of the first American presenters I have heard who took the time to do research + make slides with Canadian info + statistics, when presenting in Canada!”
– Langley, BC | November 20 – 22, 2017

“Very engaging speaker – obviously passionate about what he does. Fantastic balance of theory/practical applications. Visual format of slides were easy to see/follow plus he used to guide his discussions but didn’t read off them. Feifer made the audience feel at ease and welcome to ask questions.”
– Saskatoon, SK | May 10 – 12, 2017

“Thank you so much for an interesting workshop. I enjoyed the information because the neuropsychology aspect is so important to why and where we need to go with literacy interventions.”
– Tracie McDonald | Winnipeg, MB | December 3, 2015

“Very much enjoyed Steven Feifer’s ability to translate neuropsychology concepts into practical insights.”
– Dan Ross | Calgary, AB | October 29, 2015

“Very well informed, important information, great sense of humour, and love of his area of study and the audience. Great!”
– Robert Paulet | Winnipeg, MB | December 3, 2015

“Presenter was excellent!”
– Winnipeg, MB | December 3, 2015

“Best workshop I’ve been to! Very practical and relevant to my needs with respect to my current caseload. Thank you!”
– Winnipeg, MB | December 3, 2015

“Dr. Feifer has helped me to solidify my understanding of how to assess and intervene on learning disabilities. I found this workshop to be extremely practical and I intend to use the information to improve my practice in school psychology.”
– Winnipeg, MB | December 3, 2015

Christine Dargon, Ph.D.

Christine Dargon, Ph.D., Christine is a retired psychologist. She continues her work teaching as college faculty for almost 30 years at two universities. She consults and now owns a health and wellness center, with two locations in Northern  AZ, focusing on integrative techniques to help individuals of all ages such a yoga, meditation, mindfulness, breath work and much more. She continues to also train professionals in play therapy and sand tray interventions.

Testimonials

“Dr. Dargon was superb! She was enthusiastic, knowledgeable and extremely helpful. Thanks for a rewarding, educational day.”
– Heather Guillou | Langley, BC | November 20-22, 2017

“All three days were wonderfully informative. Your energy and enthusiasm was so welcoming. Your passion and depth of knowledge on all topics explored was clearly evident. I love all the practical take-away pieces, scripts and resource links + tools provided. Thanks so much.”
– Erica Mackinnon | Halifax, NS | June 7-8, 2017

“Christine is very engaging! By far the best workshop I’ve ever attended. She focuses on practical concept and not boring theories!”
– Ottawa, ON | June 5, 2017

“This workshop (especially the importance of play part) should be required to all school teachers/ staff to attend. Parents have to be reminded too of the importance of play through … media, school, church, etc. Super love it! Awesome Dr. Dargon!”
– Edmonton, AB | May 1-2, 2017

“Thank you for the excellent, insightful, entertaining presentation. The skills you touched on today will be very useful for my work with children and teens on the autism spectrum!”
– Michael | Kelowna, BC | April 20, 2017

“Christine is a warm effective, interesting presenter. Dr. Dargon is approachable, this is rare but so important. I felt a part of the day, not just a listener. Christine makes a point to know and address participants by their name – wow! Made her approachable. Christine provided real life examples – interesting and important. Christine provided useful sites, books.”
– Halifax, NS | June 6, 2017

“I really liked this workshop! It was great that multiple forms of play therapy were touched on. The speaker was clear, engaging and answered all questions.”
– Ottawa, ON | June 5, 2017

“She was excellent! Hope she comes back so colleagues can learn from her. So many resources she shared – Open to use even after conference. ‘Sure send me a student’s drawing if you ever have a question.'”
– Debra Rarog | Winnipeg, MB | May 4, 2017

“Excellent presentation. Give real tools that can be used at school. Practical strategies that can address special issues. Love how Christine makes it easy to understand.”
– Edmonton, AB | May 1-2, 2017

“Excited to take this back + work will my kids in elementary. Huge eye opener. Thank you very impressed.”
– Edmonton, AB | May 1-2, 2017

“What a full day. Christine was great. She captured the attention of the audience and is super resourceful and fun. I will definitely use some of what I learned today to add to my current way of working therapeutically with my students.”
– Shayla | Victoria, BC | April 21, 2017

“Great energy and knowledge extended, great humour. Welcoming experience. Interesting, look forward to applying in session work!”
– Michele Gardiner | Kelowna, BC | April 20, 2017

“Wonderful and captivating speaker! Lots of great ideas that we will be trying.”
– Serena Ginter | Kelowna, BC | April 20, 2017

“Instructor is very dynamic. Would definitely take more workshops facilitated by Christine. Lots of useful examples and very animated/passionate.”
– Kelowna, BC | April 20, 2017

“Christine was an engaging speaker. I thoroughly enjoyed listening to her and all the information she provided. Christine shared practical techniques and approaches with sound reasoning. She presented in an understandable and friendly manner. Excellent workshop! I feel like I can start with my new learning right away.” 
– Edmonton, AB | May 26, 2016

Jay Berk, Ph.D.

Jay Berk, Ph.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist and an internationally recognized expert in the child/adolescent behavioural field who brings both a clinical and education perspective to his work with children, adolescents and their families. For over 25 years, Dr. Berk has been treating clients with ODD, ADHD, autism, anxiety and stress, depression, learning disabilities, Tourette’s Syndrome and individuals who have Autism Spectrum Disorder. He conducts 15 social skills/mental health groups for children and adolescents and works daily with school and community professionals, families and parents. Dr. Berk continually consults for several school districts. In his private practice, in Beachwood, Ohio, he provides therapy for children, adolescents, families, testing and evaluation, school consultation as well as designed and facilitates alternative educational program.

Testimonials

“I was engaged ALL day! That is a rare quality in PD. Humour was fantastic, topics were great, he met our level of understanding, covered so much, gave practical strategies, used real life examples, was relatable.. AMAZING! I wrote 7 pages of notes and was asked by several colleagues for notes because they could not make it.”
– Lethbridge, AB | October 31, 2019

“Jay is very knowledgeable and I loved how he shared all of his effective strategies and personal stories/experiences. Would be amazing to attend more workshops from Jay, also looking forward to his new book coming out.”
– Saskatoon, SK | October 28 – 29, 2019

“Excellent speaker, knowledgeable, kept audiences interest and gave practical usable suggestions. I have never been at a session in which I was so engaged for the entire 2 days”
– Edmonton, AB | May 23 – 24, 2019

“Excellent instructor – never found it boring for one moment. Learn a lot and feel more/better informed. Thank you!”
– Edmonton, AB | May 23 – 24, 2019

“This was great. Very good speaker, clear and kept all engaged. I would like to take more from Jay Berk”
– Edmonton, AB | May 23 – 24, 2019

“Great approach/style by Jay – good mix of humour/serious material. Dynamic speaker.”
– Oakville, ON | November 24, 2017

“Enjoyed. I was engaged. Felt it was relevant, realistic, practical.”
– Oakville, ON | November 24, 2017

“Dr. Berk is an exceptional presenter. This is the first workshop that I have attended and felt like the presenter has lived and worked with the material! Fantastic presenter and workshop!!”
– Oakville, ON | November 24, 2017

“Thanks! You were funny and made learning fun! You did a great job!!”
– Angie Helder | Oakville, ON | November 24, 2017

“Loved the humour he used throughout. Loved the format of audience participation, chatting with the group, slides, videos, and how open Dr. Berk is to questions. Could listen to him all day!!”
– Oakville, ON | November 24, 2017

“Presenter was very knowledgeable on the subject matter. He was entertaining and kept the audience focused and engaged.”
– Winnipeg, MB | November 23, 2017

“Dr. Berk was very funny and engaging in his presentation. I would recommend going to one of his workshop. Everything we learned will be useful in my practice.”
– Winnipeg, MB | November 23, 2017

“I thoroughly enjoyed the presenter, he was very interesting to listen to and appreciated his humour throughout the day.”
– Winnipeg, MB | November 23, 2017

“Presenter was connected to the audience. Paid attention to what was going on with the group – engaging. The clear presentation with the humour made this workshop very successful and enjoyable. Probably the most enjoyable workshop I have attended. The time went fast. Good practical strategies offered.”
– Phil Canning | Regina, SK | November 22, 2017

“Excellent delivery; humour appreciated.”
– Gwen Knoll | Regina, SK | November 22, 2017

Judy Willis, MD, M.Ed.

Judy Willis, MD, M.Ed., a board-certified neurologist combined her 15 years as a practicing neurologist with ten subsequent years as a classroom teacher to become a leading authority in the neuroscience of learning. With her unique background as both in neuroscience and education, she has written seven books about applying neuroscience research to classroom teaching strategies.

After graduating Phi Beta Kappa as the first woman graduate from Williams College, Willis attended UCLA School of Medicine where she was awarded her medical degree. She remained at UCLA and completed a medical residency and neurology residency, including chief residency. She practiced neurology for 15 years before returning to university to obtain her teaching credential and Master’s of Education degree from the University of California, Santa Barbara. She then taught in elementary and middle school for 10 years.

Dr. Willis has served on the adjunct faculty of the University of California Santa Barbara Graduate School of Education and travels nationally and internationally giving presentations, workshops, and consulting about learning and the brain. She has been interviewed by USA Today, Euronews, The Wall Street Journal, NBC News Education Nation, ABC Australia Radio, Lateline Australia, Popular Mechanics, Neurology Today, USA Today, Education Week, Parenting Magazine among others, and writes staff expert blogs for NBC News Education Nation, Edutopia, Psychology Today, and The Guardian. In 2011 she was selected by Edutopia as a “Big Thinker on Education.”

Eboni Webb, Psy.D., HSP

“Dr. Webb was an excellent presenter – very engaging, clear and informative in the information she shared. I enjoyed and appreciated the personal examples and client scenarios she applied to the DBT concepts. Great sense of humour as well!”
– Calgary, AB | November 22, 2019

“Honestly one of the best workshops I’ve ever attended. Dr. Webb is engaging, knowledgeable and communicates in a clear and entertaining way. This has changed how I conceptualize some of my clients and I look forward to incorporating these skills into my practice. I also forward to reading some of the resources to supplement my understanding. I would highly recommend this workshop to colleagues.”
– Saskatoon, SK | November 18 – 19, 2019

“Excellent material and best presentation I’ve attended in a long time. Will use in my practice daily!”
– Saskatoon, SK | November 18 – 19, 2019

“Excellent speaker and presentation style. Lots of clinically useful tools and tips. Provided relevant and memorable examples.”
– Oakville, ON | May 27 – 28, 2019

“Dr. Webb was excellent. She was knowledgeable and engaging. I thoroughly enjoyed her use of humour.”
– Oakville, ON | May 27 – 28, 2019

“Lovely presenter with relevant and applicable info. Appreciated her examples and balance of theory/ knowledge and application.”
– Calgary, AB | May 9, 2019

“Eboni is a dynamic + knowledgeable presenter. She was able to maintain our interest through the use of information and personal stories. I learned a lot and I am intrigued to learn more.”
– Langley, BC | November 20-22, 2017

“Dr. Webb is amazing. Great examples and excellent presenter.”
– Edmonton, AB | April 3-5, 2017

“Dr. Eboni Webb is fantastic! I would love to be more like her not only with patients but also as a mom! Thank you.”
– Corrie Sondeli | Winnipeg, MB | June 1-3, 2016

“Wonderful! Today was advanced, comprehensive, motivating. Knowledge and learning applicable across spectrum of work.”
– Winnipeg, MB | June 1-3, 2016

“Quite an informative session. Dr. Webb’s anecdotes were quite shocking, it takes an individual with real passion for this type of clientele who’d make challenging and meaningful outcomes I the individual’s lives.”
– Vancouver, BC | May 25-27, 2016

“Eboni Webb’s many examples-helpful and demonstrate her points.”
– Vancouver, BC | May 25-27, 2016

Randy Paterson, Ph.D.

Jeanette Gallus, RYT, MSE

Jeanette Gallus, RYT, MSE, MA, LPC, is a Yoga 4 Classrooms® Trainer, Certified ChildLight Yoga® Instructor and 200hr. Registered Yoga Teacher.  As a Certified School Counselor, Spanish teacher and Licensed Professional Counselor, she has worked in elementary, middle and high school in Wisconsin and Arizona. Presently, Jeanette counsels Special Education students and is an Adjunct University Professor incorporating yoga and mindfulness tools and strategies in her work, teaching self-regulation and stress management. She has served on the American School Counselor Association (ASCA)  governing board, president of Wisconsin School Counselor Association (WSCA) and Arizona School Counselors Association (AzSCA). Jeanette enjoys sharing her knowledge and passion as a trainer, counselor and teacher to support the Yoga 4 Classrooms® mission to “empower students and educators to create positive, peaceful, productive classrooms that support exceptional learning and a lifetime of health and wellness.” Jeanette resides in Tuscon, AZ.