Kopala-Sibley Lab

Hayley is a University of Calgary graduate with a B.Sc. honours degree in Psychology. Going forward, they plan to pursue graduate studies in social work. They have always been passionate about mental health and wellness, especially in adolescents, and is thrilled to be working in a lab focused on this topic. In their six years with the Kopala-Sibley Lab, they have even conducted their own research project investigating how the peer and parental relationships of adolescents impact their structural brain development. 

When they aren’t working, Hayley likes taking trips to the farmers market and enjoying the company of their family and friends. They can also be found making music or reading with their book club.

Reet is a grad from the University of Calgary with her B.Sc. in Psychology. Over the course of her degree, she developed a passion for working with vulnerable populations and being able to provide easily accessible mental health resources for those in need. A major concept she is focused on is being able to help others unlearn biases and stigmas they have grown up with.

Prior to COVID-19, her hobbies included volunteering at her local Gurudwara, riding her bike around the city with her friends, and trying to spend as much time as possible outside of the house. She still rides her bike, but much of her energy has gone into reading and trying to learn new things like cooking and sewing. 

Lynn is a recent grad of the University of Calgary with a B.Sc Honours in Neuroscience. Over the course of her undergraduate degree, Lynn found a strong passion for mental health and aspires to pursue medical school with a specialization in psychiatry. She is interested in understanding the pathophysiology and intergenerational influences of internalizing disorders in adolescents.

Outside of work, Lynn enjoys weightlifting, scouting for new places to eat, and spending time with her pets, Mochi and Mocha

Angelica recently graduated from Simon Fraser University in British Columbia with a B.A. in Psychology. She is passionate about understanding the human mind and supporting others, and dreams of pursuing graduate studies in clinical psychology to deepen her expertise and make a greater impact on the field.

Angelica has a particular interest in working with teenagers because she finds joy in helping them navigate the challenges of such a pivotal stage in life. Her dedication to fostering growth and resilience in young people drives her career aspirations and fuels her passion for making a positive difference in their lives.

When she isn’t working, Angelica loves arts and crafts, pottery, skiing, and yoga—her favorite ways to unwind and stay inspired.

Ford completed his PhD in Experimental Psychology at the University of Calgary, as well as postdoctoral fellowships at The University of Calgary and the Rotman Research Institute. His research includes projects with the Canadian Space Agency ('Wayfinding') and the Department of National Defense. He also directs and maintains GettingLost.ca, an online platform that increases awareness of Developmental Topographical Disorientation (DTD) and offers a variety of assessments of spatial skills for researchers and the public. Ford's role in the lab is focused on EEG and MRI study design and data analysis. His current external projects are focused on multimodal analyses, real-time processing, and field neuroscience. Ford's personal website is available at FordBurles.com.