A multidisciplinary team of mental health experts in Montreal dedicated to exceptional psychological assessments and care

Our Approach

Our approach is informed by cutting-edge science and delivered with an empathetic touch. We recognize that assessment and treatment outcomes are optimized by a practitioner’s ability to be attuned and responsive to clients’ needs. Connection is truly the cornerstone to lasting change.

At our clinic, we make you our priority. We believe that you and your loved ones deserve quality services that are carefully tailored to your unique background, experiences, and preferences. Allow us to help guide you on your pathway to wellness.

Welcome to Elevate.

We value evidence-based practices and client connection equally.

We are a dedicated team of professionals with diverse training backgrounds, who strive to provide exceptional care. We offer a range of services for youth and adults, available both in-person and virtually.

Meet Our Team

Our Founders

Dr. Cristina Crivello, PhD

Co-Founder & Co-Director
Clinical Psychologist
Director of Clinical Training

Dr. Olivia Kuzyk, PhD

Co-Founder & Co-Director
Clinical Psychologist

Team Members

Dr. Ciara Briscoe, PhD

Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Marilyn Champagne, MDCM, FRCPC

Psychiatrist

Dr. Alexandre Chauvin, PhD

Clinical Psychologist & Neuropsychologist

Cayley Deane, MA

Art Therapist

Dr. Kim Desmarais, PhD

Clinical Psychologist

Melanie D’Itri

Postpartum Doula

Kayla Eisenberg, MA

PhD Student in Clinical Psychology

Melissa Fernandez, PhD(c)

Senior PhD Candidate in Psychology

Alexis Fisher, MSW

Clinical Social Worker

Dr. Saskia Ferrar, PhD

Clinical Psychologist

Annabelle Fortin, PhD (c)

Senior PhD Candidate in Psychology

Cynthia Di Francesco, MA

PhD Student in Clinical Psychology

Victoria Fratino, MA

PhD Student in Clinical Psychology

Lisa-Marie Giorgio, PhD(c)

Senior PhD Candidate in
Psychology

Marie-Pierre Gosselin, MA

Pediatric Sleep Consultant

Sara Hughes, B.A.

Clinical Care Coordinator

Dr. Vanessa Iacono, PhD

Neuropsychologist

Audrey Mariamo, PhD(c)

Senior PhD Candidate in Psychology

Dr. Jenilee Napoleon, PhD

Psychologist and Neuropsychologist

Dr. Mark Anthony Orlando, PhD

Neuropsychologist

Amanda Paniconi, M.Ed., M.A

c.o. Psychotherapist

Dr. Bianca Panarello, PhD

Clinical Psychologist

Katerina Pisegna, MSc(A)

Speech Language Pathologist

Carmelina Pizzardi, MEd

Clinical Social Worker, Family Therapist, & Psychotherapist

Dr. Joseph (Jake) Shenker, PhD

Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Lisa Serravalle, PhD

Clinical Psychologist 

Amanda Simundic, PhD (c)

Senior PhD Candidate

Dr. Joan Tucker, MDCM, FRCPC

Psychiatrist

Carina Ventrone

Clinical Care Coordinator

Dr. Oren Weiner, PhD

Clinical Psychologist

Melika Yadmelat, B.Sc.

Clinical Care Coordinator