Where Excellence Meets Empathy
Our Story
Founded by Edmonton psychologists Dr. Janice Dicks and Dr. Holly Whyte, YEG Psychology has grown from a small dream to a place where compassion and expertise come together to help our clients thrive.
Dr. Dicks and Dr. Whyte first met in 2009, during their first year in the Counselling Psychology doctoral program at the University of Alberta. With nearly identical class schedules, they quickly became close friends. Their shared personal and academic experiences deepened their bond, and a foundation for both lasting friendship and future collaboration was laid. By the time they graduated together in the fall of 2014, they were not only colleagues but also strong partners in the field. That same year, they began working together on a traumatic injury program at a local rehabilitation centre, where their shared success sparked the vision of one day starting their own private practice.
In 2017, their vision became reality when they founded YEG Psychology. At first, the practice was a small, humble venture with Dr. Dicks, Dr. Whyte, Dr. Bajwa, and Ms. Bruyer sharing a single office on different days of the week. The decision to expand came during a pivotal moment in the middle of the night, while Dr. Dicks and Dr. Whyte were on maternity leave with their newborn daughters. They realized that to achieve the work-life balance they desired as both mothers and professionals, they needed to take a leap of faith. They made the bold decision to leave the security of their full-time jobs and dive fully into private practice.
From those early days to our current, beautiful location in Keswick, YEG Psychology has blossomed beyond what was initially imagined. Our practice has been carefully curated, attracting the best psychologists and occupational therapists, each not only skilled in their work but also compassionate, kind, and genuinely caring individuals. We’re proud to say that every member of our team feels like family. We wholeheartedly trust and believe in their abilities, and we never hesitate to refer clients to any of our team members, knowing that they are all exceptional in their practice.
At YEG Psychology, we’re more than just a team, we’re a community. Thank you for considering us to be part of your journey toward healing and growth.