Vancouver, British Columbia
Registered Psychologist · Downtown Vancouver
I understand that choosing a psychologist who feels like a good fit for you can be a challenging task. I hope the following description of my practice and background will help you in your decision process.
Practice
My practice is predominantly with adults on an individual basis as well as older adolescents. I have extensive experience in diagnosing and treating a wide variety of clinical issues including:
In addition, I provide professional consultation and supervision to psychologists, and offer Workshops that focus on mindfulness and self-development through the medium of photography.
Framework
I prefer to work using a more encompassing approach that is sensitive to the particular needs and concerns of the client. My approach is not rigid — it evolves with you throughout our work together.
Please do not hesitate to contact me should you have any questions regarding my approach or practice.
Philosophy
I view therapy as an opportunity to create the needed space to focus on you — your relationships with others and with yourself. In doing so, we come upon your strengths and resources as well as the parts of yourself that can be more difficult to see and/or accept.
Together, we can engage in a non-judgmental therapeutic process from a place of openness and curiosity, one that allows for a better understanding of your internal world as well as new and more adaptive ways of responding to the world around you.
I believe that the therapeutic relationship — the relationship between the therapist and client — is an integral part of therapy. The development of trust is important, as is my commitment to an ongoing process of self-awareness and growth.
Seeking therapeutic help can include short-term counselling to address relatively straightforward concerns, or longer-term, open-ended therapy to explore more complex issues through a depth-oriented approach. I see both models as being highly valuable in the overall pursuit of growth and healing.
Background
I have been registered with the B.C. College of Psychologists as a Registered Psychologist since 1994.
Memberships
The Professional Associations and Memberships to which I belong include:
Standards
As a Registered Psychologist with the College of Psychologists of B.C., I adhere to upholding ethical practice standards outlined by the College in my clinical work. These standards underlie the established Codes of Conduct, addressing such issues as general standards for competency, informed consent, confidentiality, professionalism, fees, and maintenance of records and security.
Confidentiality is strictly upheld. Information may only be released to other professionals with your written consent.
Practical Information
Please call me to inquire about fees. Payment is due at the time of the appointment and a receipt will be provided.
Other sources of funding include Employee Assistance Plans and criminal injury compensation. I am a registered WorkSafeBC provider of psychological services.
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