Kells Psychology

Making Wellness Possible

Janet Ryan-Newell, M.Ed.

CEO and Registered Psychologist, Senior Professional

Janet (she/her) is a distinguished Registered Psychologist and educator with over four decades of experience. As the founder of multiple service agencies, Janet has established herself as a leader in clinical psychology education and practice. Her active service agencies include Family Solutions Group, Kells Psychology, Kinnections Community Wellness, and Crossroads Family Services, and RAE Institute. 

Janet’s Expertise

After a decade of teaching in the schools, Janet opened a private psychological services agency in 1992. Over the last 30 years, Janet has developed exceptional expertise in trauma recovery and psychological assessment. She has been qualified as an expert witness in both Provincial Court and the Court of King’s Bench since 1994, specializing in clinical psychology, neuropsychological and learning function, personality assessment, child and adolescent development, risk assessment, parenting function, and traumatic injury and recovery. As of 2024, Janet has completed or supervised more than 4,600 assessments. 

Janet's Current Portfolio

Under Janet’s leadership, the RESET Resiliency Initiative was developed as a groundbreaking comprehensive program of care. This innovative framework integrates psychometric measurement, therapeutic programming, skill development, and resource installation to build resilience in individuals and families. RESET represents a synthesis of evidence-based practices and real-world experience, offering effective support which addresses the complex interconnection between mental health, toxic stress, relational dynamics, personal growth, and resiliency. 

More About Janet

Janet’s comprehensive approach to psychology is uniquely informed by her diverse experience as a parent, foster parent, teacher, and school psychologist. This multifaceted background enables her to bring a uniquely practical perspective to both clinical practice and education. With over 40 years of learning and advocacy, Janet has developed extensive expertise and wellness strategies through her work with: Family Supports for Children with Disabilities, FCSS Mental Health Services, numerous School Boards, Alberta Children’s Services & Justice Systems, Child and Family Services, and Indigenous Nations. As CEO and Clinical Director of RAE Institute, Janet has spearheaded the development of the Master Clinician and Formal Clinical Assessment Programs. Her innovative teaching methodology combines humour and applied learning with evidence-based practice and critical thinking, preparing the next generation of psychologists for contemporary clinical challenges. Janet maintains active membership in several prestigious professional organizations, including the College of Alberta Psychologists, National Academy of Neuropsychology, Canadian Psychological Association, American Psychological Association – Law Society, and the Academy of Pediatric Neuropsychology. Janet was awarded the prestigious Dr. Myer Horowitz Book Award for 2024. This award, presented by the CASA Board of Directors, recognizes Janet’s 40-year dedication and outstanding contributions to child and adolescent mental health in Edmonton.

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Land Acknowledgement

Family Solutions Group respectfully acknowledges that we learn, work, and live on Treaty 6 territory. We recognize and honor this land as the traditional home of many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples, including the Nehiyaw (Cree), Denesuliné (Dene), Nakota Sioux (Stoney), Anishinaabe (Saulteaux), Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) peoples, the Tsuut'ina Nation, the Îyâxe Nakota Nation, the Metis Settlements, and the Otipemisiwak Métis Government.