Olivia Merritt, Ph.D.

Psychologist (Supervised Practice)
Populations seen: Adults, Couples

Olivia is in the final stages of completing her registration with the College of Psychologists of Ontario and is currently working under the supervision of Dr. Brian Mainland. Olivia practices in the area of clinical psychology with adults. She provides assessments to help individuals better understand themselves. She offers psychoeducational and psychodiagnostic assessments for a broad range of concerns, including mental health difficulties, interpersonal difficulties, cognitive difficulties, and learning and attention challenges.

Olivia uses a compassionate lens to understand clients' difficulties. She prioritizes clients' goals and applies treatment approaches flexibly to address their needs. She is passionate about welcoming clients with diverse identities.

Olivia completed her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology through University of Waterloo in 2023. She completed her predoctoral residency at the London Clinical Psychology Residency Consortium. She has experience working in a variety of settings including hospitals, clinics, and private practices. Her previous research has included work on the connections between perceptions of therapy, relationships with others, and fear of compassion.