Why Outreach Trips Matters in British Columbia
British Columbia’s spectacular geography—mountains, islands and remote northern regions—creates meaningful challenges for families seeking specialized psychological and educational services. In many rural and Indigenous communities, access to pediatric psychologists, educational consultants and developmental specialists is limited, and waitlists in large urban centres can stretch for months or years. Compass Clinic’s outreach trips help close that gap by bringing experienced clinicians directly to communities that need them most.
Services Offered During Outreach Trips
Each outreach trip is planned with the hosting community’s needs in mind. Depending on the location and priorities, services may include:
- Psychoeducational Assessments — Evaluations for learning disabilities, ADHD, giftedness and academic challenges.
- Autism Assessments — Comprehensive diagnostic evaluations using gold‑standard tools such as the ADOS‑2 and detailed developmental interviews.
- School Assessments — Collaborative evaluations requested or coordinated through schools to identify learning needs, behavioural concerns, or barriers to academic progress. Results are provided to educators and support teams to inform Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and classroom strategies.
Our clinicians travel with all testing materials and coordinate with local schools or community centres to create private, child‑friendly testing environments.
Useful Links
- Autism Assessment
- ADHD Assessment
- Learning Disability Assessment
- Giftedness Assessment
- Psycho-educational Assessment
- LEAP (Academic) Assessment
- Psychometry
- Psychiatry
- Consultation
- Whole Life Support
- Counselling/Therapy: Overview
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
- Emotion Focused Therapy
- Group Counselling
- Career Counselling
- Occupational Therapy
- Speech Therapy
Who We Serve
Frequently Asked Questions
Compass Clinic supports children, families and community providers across British Columbia through these outreach trips. Our work is possible because of collaboration with partners who share our commitment to accessible, culturally responsive assessment services.
- Health Authorities — Compass Clinic is contracted by multiple Health Authorities across BC.
- School Districts — Partnering to support students with learning, behavioural and developmental needs and to plan appropriate interventions.
- Community Organizations — Working with Indigenous communities, CYMH, child development centres and local non‑profits.
Q: How long does an assessment take?
A: Most comprehensive assessments take between 3–6 hours spread across sessions, plus report writing time.
Q: How much does it cost?
A: Costs vary by assessment type and community. Contact us for a quote and potential subsidy options.
Success Stories & Impact
Compass Clinic’s teams typically complete up to 10 comprehensive assessments per week during outreach visits, depending on trip size and staffing. Each assessment can unlock school supports, funding eligibility (including autism supports), and clearer next steps for families and educators. By coordinating with local professionals, our assessments translate directly into practical care plans and classroom strategies.
Partnering with Communities
Before each trip we collaborate closely with local stakeholders to identify priority cases, plan logistics and ensure continuity of care. We offer follow‑up virtual debriefs, training workshops for local professionals, and opportunities for joint care planning with school counsellors, speech‑language pathologists and behaviour consultants.
Looking Ahead
Compass Clinic is expanding outreach across British Columbia—adding new destinations, increasing visit frequency, and strengthening community partnerships. We welcome inquiries from school districts, health authorities, non‑profits, and families who would benefit from an outreach visit.