If you’re thinking about therapy but feel nervous about choosing a therapist, you’re not alone. I care that you get good help. I know how frustrating it can be to work with a not-so-good therapist, and how life-changing it can be when you find the right one.
In the past few years, hundreds of therapists have applied to work at The Mindfulness Clinic. I have hired only a small number of them. I am very careful because I want to be sure you get the help you need and deserve. That’s why we have a small team of therapists I know, trust, and believe in.
I am the Founder and Clinical Director here at The Mindfulness Clinic. I am also a Registered Psychologist with a PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Waterloo. I have spent decades working in hospitals, universities, and private practice. Over that time, I have trained and supervised hundreds of clinicians, including psychologists, psychiatrists, psychotherapists, and social workers. This experience has taught me what clients need from a therapist and what helps therapy work well.
At our clinic, we will take time to understand what you are going through and what matters most to you. Each session, your therapist will invite you to fill out a very short check-in about how you are doing and how the session felt. You won’t have to guess if therapy is helping. You and your therapist will look at this together and adjust your work as you go. That way, your therapy will stay on track, so you don’t waste time, heart, or money.
Outside of work, I am a long-time banjo player and a dedicated classical guitar student. I love making a good spaghetti bolognese for friends, and my deepest joy is spending time with my wife, whether we are doing dishes or going to the theatre.
You do not have to do this alone or just hope for the best. Our Intake Advisors, Alana and Victoria, will talk with you about what you need from therapy. Together, you can decide which therapist might be the best fit for you.