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Dr. Ami Tint
She/Her
Ami is a registered psychologist and Azrieli Accelerator Assistant Professor in Neurodiversity and Intersectionality in the Department of Psychology at the University of Calgary. Ami’s research uses multiple methods to understand how to improve supports and services for people with neurodevelopmental conditions, with a particular focus on the mental health needs of Autistic girls and women. She studies program development and evaluation with the aim of improving equitable access to care for neurodivergent people. Ami strives to achieve meaningful community partnerships and engages in coproduced research to inform clinical practice.
Faris Mahmood
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Faris is a research assistant within Wonder Lab, as well as the lab coordinator for the Language and Cognitive Development Lab. He is interested in autism research, child development, and cognitive psychology.
Ashley Toombs-Heavisides
She/Her
Ashley recently graduated from McGill University with her B. A in psychology and a double minor in behavioural science and gender studies. She is interested in researching family dynamics, relationships, and emotional well-being of neurodivergent individuals. At the Wonder Lab, her role as a research assistant involves supporting a variety of projects in the lab. Currently, she is helping conduct a scoping review on neurodiverse students’ experiences in graduate school. Ashley hopes to pursue graduate studies and attain her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology. In her free time, she enjoys creating pottery and learning about art history!
Jemma Nombre
She/Her
Jemma is currently completing her combined degree in Disability Studies (BCR) and Psychology (BSc), with research interests in neurodivergence and equitable access to services for disabled communities. She contributes to a range of qualitative and community-engaged research initiatives and supports the lab on different projects as a volunteer.
Maggie Byrne
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Maggie is an undergraduate student within the Department of Psychology of University of Calgary. Her lab in the role currently is conducting independent research under the supervision of Dr. Ami Tint as part of her final undergraduate project. Her research interests primarily focus upon 2SLGBTQ+ youth/adolescent psychology and their unique needs, barriers and marginal experiences.
Jill Gerlof
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Jill is a MSc Clinical Psychology student at the University of Calgary. She completed her BA in psychology from the University of British Columbia - Okanagan. Jill’s research examines the intersection of Autism and eating disorders, with a focus on service access, diagnostic processes, and treatment experiences. She is passionate about using qualitative, community-based research to advance equitable and neuro-affirming healthcare pathways. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family, crocheting, and snowboarding.
