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Deenah Wright

@deenahwright

I am a developmental and child psychology researcher focused on inclusive, evidence-based mental health and community impact.

Canada

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What I'm looking for

I'm seeking research or applied roles in developmental and child psychology that prioritize evidence-based practice, inclusivity, collaboration, and opportunities to support mental-health initiatives and community-focused projects.

I am a motivated psychology graduate focused on developmental and child psychology and an incoming MEd student in Educational Psychology at McGill University (Fall 2025).

I have supported lab projects as a research assistant, conducting literature reviews, data extraction, data analysis and contributing to meta-analyses, and I have been recognized on the Dean's Honour List and awarded BIPOC Research Assistantships.

I have also contributed as an AI trainer and quality analyst—crafting and reviewing psychology-related content, identifying errors and patterns, and providing structured feedback to improve model accuracy; I hold the TCPS II certification for ethical research involving humans.

I volunteer as a trained crisis responder and co-founded a student creatives association, and I am committed to creating diverse, inclusive, and accessible mental-health spaces by applying research, collaboration, and community-building to meaningful projects.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Volunteer Crisis Responder

Current

Kids Help Phone

Aug 2024 - Present (1 year 1 month)

Provided text-based crisis support after completing a 36-hour training, conducting de-escalation and risk assessments and initiating emergency referrals; committed to a minimum one-year volunteer term.

Crisis Intervention Risk Assessment Active Listening Cultural Sensitivity Confidentiality

Volunteer Listener

7 Cups

May 2020 - Sep 2022 (2 years 4 months)

Provided emotional support and de-escalation to users during the COVID-19 pandemic, completed ACT therapy modules, and distributed virtual resources to support wellbeing.

Emotional Support ACT Active Listening Confidentiality

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

McGill University

Master of Education, Educational Psychology

2025 - 2027

Incoming Master of Education in Educational Psychology at McGill University (September 2025–May 2027), focusing on developmental and educational research.

University of Ottawa

Bachelor of Arts (Honours), Psychology

2021 - 2025

Honours Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Ottawa (September 2021–August 2025) with a focus on developmental and child psychology; coursework included research methodologies, statistical analysis, and ethics.

Ursula Franklin Academy

Ontario Secondary School Diploma, High School

2017 - 2021

Graduated with an Ontario Secondary School Diploma from Ursula Franklin Academy (September 2017–June 2021), a selective high school emphasizing social justice and academic rigor.