Find A Psychologist in Edmonton, AB.

Psychologists are required to have at least a masters degree and go through a rigorous accreditation process to ensure that you are paying for a competent professional. Psychologists are skilled at listening and have extensive training in the most effective therapeutic approaches to help you improve your life. Developing a therapeutic relationship with a trusted psychologist can change your life. You can begin to let go of destructive beliefs and patterns, and develop a more joyful way of being in the world.

As a psychologist I have been trained to understand and continue to study the relationship between the brain, the nervous system, personality and behavior. To understand the whole of the psyche in relationship to the contributing factors of society supports better mental health outcomes. As a psychologist I am rooted in the science of brain and behavior and as a human being I recognize that there is a whole lot more to this experience of being alive.

My approach to working with clients is in the first counselling session to get a detailed understanding of the symptoms regarding mental health that you identify with, and more specifically the impacts they have on your day to day functioning. Once the symptoms have been established the goal is then to work towards developing skills and strategies to help you manage those symptoms better and to improve your overall functioning.

I am a Registered Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists. I have experience working with children, youth and adults. I currently work with adults (18+) in individual and couples therapy. I use client-centered, trauma informed, and evidence-based modalities in therapy and meet you where you are at in your level of readiness. I have EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) and Gottman Couples training (Level 1 and Level 2, Affairs and Trauma training).

I work with individuals and couples using therapeutic approaches versus counselling techniques. In my opinion, the difference is that therapy offers lasting changes versus quick, short fixes. My approach to therapy is long term and I believe that changes are possible by experientially experiencing something different. My attempt is to create a different experience for clients in the room with me.

I help clients achieve their goals by introducing practical strategies/skills, while simultaneously working through the causes of issues so that symptoms reduce in the long term. This may involve re-evaluating your thinking, improving awareness and regulation of emotions, identifying parts of yourself that are in conflict, or making peace with past experiences. Everyone's' needs are different, so I will work with you to create a personalized treatment approach. I integrate therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Internal Family Systems Therapy.

Our team of psychologists have extensive training in their areas of specialization. Whether you are looking for a psychologist who specializes in sex therapy, a psychologist who specializes in play therapy, or equine therapy, canine therapy, EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy or Sports Psychology, we have someone available to help you. Our psychologists work from different theoretical foundations and lived experiences. We believe the fit is the most important aspect to therapy and offer a free phone consult with any of our psychologists to give you the opportunity to ask our psychologists any questions you have before booking a full session and to get a better feel for how they practice.

I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist with the College of Alberta of Psychologists. I am currently in the process of studying for my licensing exam but I have a fully Registered Psychologist whom is my supervisor. I am still able to direct bill certain insurance companies and your insurance company may approve this designation, so check with your benefit company to ensure you are covered.

I help clients by listening intently to what a client is struggling with in life. I try to formulate a complex understanding of what the problem is and then consider how best to address it. Once we have collaboratively identified the problem, we begin to strategize ideas for how to see change that is possible and sustainable for the client. There are many ways to find an adequate solution to a problem, but the point of working with a psychologist is to have these ideas tailored to your personality.

Using a Registered Psychologist, such as myself, for your counselling, ensures that you will get a professional who has the breadth and depth of training to provide you with optimum treatment. In addition to my solid professional backing, my work with you will be heart-cantered and compassionate creating a conducive environment in which to make change.

People come to see me and I try to help them through listening with compassion and speaking from the heart. I hold space for the extraordinary and I keep secrets for a living. I am no-teacher no-healer no-doctor no-therapist. I am Paul. Most of what I know about helping people I learned from the people I have helped so far. Although I have a great formal education and helpful expertise to share, when I listen to someone speak of the facts of their experience, I am listening to the world's foremost expert on the topic. If I keep my mind open, this experience is the best education humanly possible.

My approach to counselling is grounded in my faith that people are intrinsically worthy, are able to make sound decisions, have successful relationships, and create the life they want. I integrate a variety of treatment methods into therapy including cognitive behavioral, humanistic, family of origin, and systems therapy. I focus on people's strenghts, and encourage people to trust themselves. As a registered psychologist I am recognized by most insurance companies.

I have been registered as a psychologist for the past 11 years, and have undergone training in a variety of counselling methods with many different types of clients. I use a variety of techniques depending on a client's personality, presenting issue, and what they are experiencing from week to week. I also focus on both shorter term counselling that is directed towards resolving a particular issue, as well as longer term psychotherapy that is more focused on internal exploration and deeper change. I provide a safe, empathic environment so that clients are comfortable sharing their thoughts, feelings, and experiences, and find the strength to overcome adversity and make healthy choices.