Sheelagh Jamieson
Director, Psychology Clinic at Queen's
Department of Psychology
Name Pronunciation Guide:
"SHEE-La JAY-me-sun"
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Background and Interests
Dr. Sheelagh Jamieson is a registered Clinical Psychologist in the province of Ontario and the Director of the Psychology Clinic at Queen’s. She holds a B.A. from the National University of Ireland (University College Dublin) and a M.A. and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Queen’s University, Kingston.
Since 1992, Dr. Jamieson has worked in a range of clinical settings. These include early intervention programs for families and young children at-risk, child and adolescent psychiatry, residential treatment for children and youth, pediatric rehabilitation, as well as in private practice with children, adolescents, and adults. She is also a former Professor and First Year Coordinator in the Behavioural Psychology degree program at St. Lawrence College, Kingston.
Dr. Jamieson enjoys working with children who have attachment issues, behaviour problems (including problems with aggression, impulse control, and anger management), learning difficulties, autism, and ADHD. Other areas of interest include helping individuals of all ages cope with issues related to anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress. She practices using a variety of theoretical frameworks including applied behaviour analysis, cognitive behavioural therapy, motivational interviewing, systems theory, psychodynamic principles, and attachment theory.
Dr. Jamieson also very much enjoys working with and mentoring students and witnessing their growth and professional development.