Rachel Downey, PhD in Clinical Psychology
Rachel Downey holds a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Concordia University. She has received extensive training in neuropsychology and psychotherapy from Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health, Baycrest Health Sciences, the Allan Memorial Institute, the Montreal General Hospital, Health Sciences Centre, Riverview Health Centre, and the Pan Am Concussion Clinic. Rachel specializes in ADHD and neuropsychological assessments in adolescents, adults, and older adults. Areas of expertise include ADHD, traumatic brain injury, concussion, dementia, and neurological disorders (e.g., multiple sclerosis, stroke, Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy). She has recently returned to Montreal after completing intensive training in clinical neuropsychology in Western Canada (2023-2024). Rachel Downey has been working with us since 2020 as a psychometrist, then as a PhD candidate before graduating with a PhD in 2025. Striving to perfect her craft, she is also working closely with supervisor Dre Gagnon on every case - see the consent forms for details. Our detailed consent forms will be automatically sent via confirmation email when you book your first meeting. Reminder: those forms are meant to help you make a free and informed decision. We encourage clients to read them before working with any registered professional, including psychologists.
Dr Downey will be back to work in late 2026.
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