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About Us

Change starts with you - Take the first step

 At ChangePoint Psychology, we believe that everyone has the power to create the life they want. Our mission is to provide our clients with the support and tools they need to make positive changes in their lives. We proudly serve clients of all ages, backgrounds, and experiences.

counselling, therapy, mental health

Our Story

Change is an inherent part of the human experience and plays a crucial role in personal growth and development. At ChangePoint Psychology, we believe that embracing change is vital for several reasons:

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  • Embracing Opportunities 

  • Pursuing Goals and Dreams

  • Overcoming Stagnation

  • Resilience and Adaptability

  • Transformation and Reinvention

  • Breaking Limiting Patterns and Behaviors

  • Increase Well-being

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At Changepoint Psychology, we recognize that change can be both exciting and challenging. We are dedicated to supporting individuals through their unique journeys, in a safe and nurturing environment and providing compassionate and evidence based psychological services to facilitate positive change and personal growth. We believe that change, when embraced with the right mindset and support, has the power to transform lives in an ever evolving world. 

Meet Beatrice Achen

Registered Psychologist (BA, MC, R. Psych.)
Beatrice Achen, registered psychologist

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Beatrice is a Registered Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists and a member of the Psychological Association of Alberta. With a deep commitment to professional growth, Beatrice actively engages in ongoing trainings and stays on top of the latest research and therapeutic techniques to ensure her clients receive the highest standard of care. Beatrice values the relationship between herself and her clients and aims to create a safe, non-judgmental space for her clients to explore their thoughts, emotion and experiences by identifying the stuck points and work towards creating meaningful change. With a strong background in clinical neuroscience, Beatrice recognizes that our brains are capable of remarkable adaptability and growth. She values the importance of providing practical tools for use in everyday lives, enabling individuals to navigate the challenges of life with greater insight. 

Research Publications

research publications, clinical neuroscience

2024

Martino, D., Achen, B. M., Morgante, F., Erro, R., Fox, S. H., Edwards, M. J., ... & Bruno, V. A. (2024). External Factors Modulating Pain and Pain‐Related Functional Impairment in Cervical Dystonia. Movement Disorders Clinical Practice, 11(12), 1559-1570.

2023

Bruno, V., Achen, B., Morgante, F., Erro, R., Fox, S. H., Edwards, M. J., ... & Martino, D. (2023). The Pain in Dystonia Scale (PIDS)—development and validation in cervical dystonia. Movement Disorders, 38(7), 1175-1186.

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Alizadeh, P., Terroba-Chambi, C., Achen, B., & Bruno, V. (2023). Pain in monogenic Parkinson’s disease: a comprehensive review. Frontiers in Neurology, 14, 1248828.

2022

Anghelescu, B. A [maiden name]. M., Bruno, V., Martino, D., & Roach, P. (2022). Effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on Parkinson’s disease: a single-centered qualitative study. Canadian Journal of Neurological Sciences, 49(2), 171-183.

2021

Anghelescu, B. A [maiden name]. M., Todoran, R., Terroba-Chambi, C., & Bruno, V. (2021). Antidepressants Effects on Pain in Parkinson Disease: A Systematic Review. Clinical Neuropharmacology, 44(6), 210-215.

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