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Lab Director
Dr. Ashley A. Balsom (she/her)
Meet Dr. Ashley A. Balsom, an Assistant Professor in Clinical Psychology at Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador.
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Dr. Balsom is deeply invested in researching how infertility impacts women’s lives, from exploring effective, evidence-based interventions to understanding coping strategies and the effects on sexual function. She’s passionate about shining a light on how reproductive experiences affect individuals, especially those facing marginalization, and is committed to identifying factors that promote resilience and well-being. Her work delves into various reproductive transitions, including infertility, peripartum challenges, and menopause.
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When she's not immersed in research, Dr. Balsom is eager to collaborate on new projects or mentor students who are enthusiastic about clinical psychology or reproductive health.
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Outside of work hours, you might find Dr. Balsom enjoying quality time with her pets or crafting.
Graduate Students
PsyD Student
Dr. Balsom is hoping to take a PsyD student for the 2025-2026 admission cycle.
MSc Student
Dr. Balsom is hoping to take a MSc student for the 2025-2026 admission cycle.
Research Team Members
Courtney Loveless
(she/her)
Research Team Member
Courtney is a PhD student in the Love lab and a graduate research assistant in the Psycle Lab.
Olivia Bishop (she/her)
Research Team Member
Olivia is a MSc student in the AWE lab and a graduate research assistant in the Psycle Lab.
Patient Partners
Anna
Patient-Partner
Conception Advisory Board
Laura
Patient-Partner
Conception Advisory Board
Ashley
Patient-Partner
Conception Advisory Board
Leah
Patient-Partner
Conception Advisory Board
Erica
Patient-Partner
Conception Advisory Board
Undergraduate Students
Grace MacIntosh
(she/her)
Research Assistant
Grace is a first year medical student who has been working as a research assistant in the lab since Fall 2024
Volunteers
Keirra Haley (she/her)
Volunteer
Keirra is a Behavioural Neuroscience student helping with knowledge translation work in the lab since Fall 2024
Arafa Hossain (she/her)
Volunteer
Arafa is a Behavioural Neuroscience student helping with knowledge translation work since Winter 2025
Maria Whitten (she/her)
Volunteer
Maria is a Behavioural Neuroscience student helping with knowledge translation work in the lab since Fall 2024
Payton Peach (she/her)
Volunteer
Payton is a Psychology student helping with knowledge translation work since Winter 2025
Tenika Grandy (she/her)
Volunteer​
Tenika is a Psychology student helping with knowledge translation work in the lab since Fall 2024
Victoria Wiseman (she/her)
Volunteer
Victoria is a Psychology student helping with knowledge translation work since Winter 2025
Lab Companions
Capelin
Capelin, a clever and curious cat, joined Dr. Balsom's life during her grad school days, quickly becoming a beloved companion. His favorite pastime is playing with yarn, often leaving trails of colorful strings throughout the house.
Mack
Mack, the newest member of Dr. Balsom's family, is an energetic and adventurous dog. She thrives on running and playing outside, whether it's chasing after a ball, exploring new trails, or just enjoying the open air.