Harriet Johnston
Positions
Senior Counsellor
Werklund School of Education, Centre for Wellbeing in Education
Contact information
Web presence
Phone number
Office: 403.220.7512
Location
Office: EDT432
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Clayton MacGillivray
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Email: clmacgil@ucalgary.ca
Twitter: @UCalgaryEduc
I'm looking for...
Learning opportunities
I am interested in finding opportunities for continuing professional development as a psychologist.
Background
Educational Background
PhD Psychology and Neuroscience, University of St Andrews, Scotland, 2013
MSc Human Cognitive Neuropsychology, University of Edinburgh, Scotland, 2008
MEd School and Community Psychology, University of Calgary, Alberta, 1995
BA Honours Psychology, University of Ottawa, Ontario, 1992
Biography
Dr. Johnston was born in Toronto, Ontario. She is married and has two sons and two dogs. Dr. Johnston came to the University of Calgary in 1992 to pursue an MEd in School Psychology. Licensed as a Registered Psychologist since 1997, she has worked for community agencies, school boards, and private practice in Calgary. With a desire to specialize in neuropsychology, she completed an MSc in Neuropsychology (Edinburgh) a PhD in Psychology and Neuroscience (St Andrews) and a postdoctoral position in School Neuropsychology (Calgary). Coming full circle, Dr. Johnston has now returned to the Werklund School of Education as a Senior Counsellor with the Centre for Wellbeing in Education, Integrated Services in Education clinic and runs a small private practice (Cowtown Psychology). She is a passionate pickleball player and a mentor to players new to the sport.
Professional & Community Affiliations
Dr. Johnston is a Registered Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists since 1997 and member of professional associations in psychology at the provincial, national, and international level. She previously served as a board director and committee member with the Psychologists Association of Alberta (PAA). She is currently a Public Member on the Council for the Alberta College of Paramedics.
- College of Alberta Psychologists, Registered Psychologist
- Alberta College of Paramedics, Public Member
Research
Areas of Research
- Psychoeducational Assessment
- Psychological assessment and diagnosis
- Training and supervision
- Brain and education
- Psychoeducational Intervention (academic and cognitive processing).
Participation in university strategic initiatives
Courses
| Course number | Course title | Semester |
|---|---|---|
| EDPS 654 | Neurobiological and Developmental Bases of Learning and Behaviour | Winter 2021; Fall 2020 |
| EDPS 693 | Graduate Seminar: Brain Behaviour Relationships Part 2 | Winter 2021; Winter 2019 |
| EDPS 693 | Graduate Seminar: Brain Behaviour Relationships Part 1 | Fall 2020 |
| EDPS 693 | Graduate Seminar: Pedagogical Implications | Spring 2020 |
| EDPS 657 | Cognitive and Neuropsychological Assessment | Winter 2016 |
| EDPS 693 | Graduate Seminar: Understanding ADHD | Summer 2014; Summer 2013 |
| EDPS 612 | Psychological Measurement and Statistics | Winter 2014 |
| EDUC 425 | Principles of Educational Psychology | Fall 2013 |
Awards
- Excellence in Practicum Supervision Award, Werklund School of Education. 2019
- Anonymous Trust Research Award, Ninewells Hospital and Medical School, Dundee, UK. 2009
- PhD Studentship, Scottish Imaging Network : A Platform for Scientific Excellence (SINAPSE). 2008
- International Master’s Scholarship, University of Edinburgh. 2007
- Robert M.S. Owen Scholarship Award, University of Calgary. 1993
Publications
- Somatosensory regions show limited functional connectivity differences in your with autism spectrum disorder. Cechmanek, B., Johnston, H., Vazhappilly, S., Lebel, C., & Bray, S. Brain Connectivity. 558-566. (2018)
- Cognitive training in a large group of patients affected by early-stage Alzheimer’s Disease can have long-lasting effects: A case-control study. Cavallo, M., Zanalda, E., Johnston, H., Bonansea, A., & Angilletta, C. Brain Impairment. 1-11. (2016)
- The primacy of IQ subtest analysis to understand reading performance in culturally diverse groups. Ortiz, S. O., Johnston, H. N., Wilcox, G., Francis, S. L., & Tomes, Y. I. Learning Disability: A Multidisciplinary Journal. 20(1). (2014)
- Presence and significant determinants of cognitive impairment in a large sample of patients with multiple sclerosis. Borghi, M., Cavallo, M., Carletto, S., Ostacoli, L., Zuffranieri, M., Picci, R. L., Scavelli, F., Johnston, H., Furlan, P. M., Bertolotto, A., Malucchi, S. PLOS ONE. 8, 1-9. (2013)
- Keep up the good work!” A case study of the effects of a specific cognitive training in Alzheimer’s disease. Cavallo, M. , Cavanna, A. Harciareck, M. Johnston, H., Ostacoli, L., & Angilletta, C.. Neurocase. 542-552. (2013)
- A systematic review of the utility of 1.5 versus 3 Tesla magnetic resonance brain imaging in clinical practice and research.. Wardlaw, J., Brindle, W., Casado, A., Shuler, K., Henderson, M., Thomas, B., Macfarlane, J., Munoz Maniega, S., Lymer, K., Morris, Z., Pernet, C., Nailon, W., Ahearn, T., Nashirudeen Mumuni, A., Simpson, J., Stanfield, A., Johnston, H., Parikh, J., Royle, N., De Wilde, J., Bastin, M., Weir, N., Farrall, A., Valdes Hernandez, M., The SINAPSE Collaborative Group. European Radiology. 2295-2303. (2012)
- An estimate of lifetime cognitive change and its relationship with diabetes health in older adults with type 1 diabetes: Preliminary results. Johnston, H., McCrimmon, R., Petrie, J., & Astell, A. Behavioural Neurology. 165-167. (2010)
More Information
Popular Media Publications:
- Johnston, H.N. & Johnson R. C. Ask a School Psychologist - Are There Brain-Based Games That can Strengthen How my Child Thinks and Learns? Nov/Dec 2014 Calgary’s Child
- Johnston, HN & Johnson RC. Ask a School Psychologist - Academics + Art = Balance. Calgary’s Child
- Johnston, HN & Johnson RC. Ask a School Psychologist – How Can I Help My Child Prepare for Transitions? May/June 2015. Calgary’s Child
- Johnston, H. N. & Hale, J. B. Improving school outcomes for children with ADHD: Does the brain matter? Perspectives Magazine, Fall 2013, 4-5, Learning Disabilities Association of Alberta.
Blog:
- Johnston, H.N. Meaningful Conversations: Talking to your child about racism. https://werklund.ucalgary.ca/centre-for-wellbeing-in-education/community-resources/parent-connection/meaningful-conversation
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