Hi there!

I am Dr. Nicolás F. Narvaez Linares. You can call me Nicolás or Dr. Nick; my pronouns are he/him. I am a registered Pediatric Psychologist in Ontario and Québec, offering services to the Ottawa-Gatineau region in French, English and Spanish.
 

Dr. Nicolás Narvaez Linares is a pediatric psychologist whose work bridges clinical practice, research, teaching, and professional leadership. As a bilingual and bicultural clinician with strong Peruvian roots, he brings a culturally responsive and inclusive lens to his work.
 

Dr. Narvaez Linares graduated from the University of Ottawa with a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in children, adolescent, and family services and a specialization in behavioural neuroscience. Following his pre-doctoral internship in School Psychology, he completed postdoctoral training in Clinical Neuropsychology. He provides services in Clinical Neuropsychology, Clinical Psychology, and School Psychology in English, French, and Spanish.
 

In clinical practice, he is the Co-Director of Brighter Future Psychology, a private practice in Ottawa focused on pediatric neuropsychology. He provides comprehensive and complex neuropsychological assessments for a wide range of neurodevelopmental disorders, medical conditions, and mental health challenges. His psychotherapy work is grounded in evidence-based approaches, delivered through a culturally informed and advocacy-driven lens to children, adolescents, and families. He is registered to practice in both Ontario and Québec.
 

Dr. Narvaez Linares currently serves as Chair of the Clinical Neuropsychology Section of the Canadian Psychological Association. He is also the Principal Investigator of the national survey examining the current state of Clinical Neuropsychology in Canada. The goal is to develop evidence-based national guidelines and minimum training standards that can support the growth and integrity of the field. Additionally, he serves on the Strong Minds Strong Kids – 4 to 17 Years Committee, promoting mental health education and outreach across Canada.
 

Teaching and mentorship are central to his professional identity. As a Part-time Professor at the University of Ottawa, he teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in psychology and supports the next generation of clinicians through supervision and training.
 

Dr. Narvaez Linares is committed to advancing psychological services that are evidence-based, equitable, and socially engaged. Whether through clinical work, research, teaching, or advocacy, his goal is to contribute meaningfully to the well-being of individuals and communities with integrity and humility.