About Dr. Michelle
My experience.
I have a PhD in Counselling Psychology from the University of Calgary. I am a Registered Psychologist in Alberta (#5456) and British Columbia (#2634). I completed my residency in Los Angeles, California where I supervised doctoral students in addition to providing psychotherapy.
My expertise is with people managing: depression, anxiety, eating disorders, weight-issues, and chronic health conditions. I also specialize in couple therapy and the cross-over between individual health conditions in relationships.
Why choose me?
Who you trust to be vulnerable with is incredibly important. But, you need more than a safe person to talk to. My goal is to provide a safe place for you to share your biggest challenges and assist you in improving your well-being. I take a client centred approach in therapy, meaning you and I work as a team, with you as the team captain.
I became a therapist because wanted to make a difference in peoples lives. I chose to focus on the connection between physical and mental health issues because I know personally the struggle of chronic pain, fatigue, and digestive distress. I also know there is a way to manage these issues, with social support and guidance being crucial. I want to be that source of support for you.
About Sam
My experience.
I have an MEd in School Psychology from Plymouth State University. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor in British Columbia (#18580) and a Registered Yoga Instructor. I completed my internship in Plymouth, New Hampshire where I conducted psycho-educational assessments, trauma-informed psychotherapy, and supported high performance athletes develop in their sports.
My expertise is working with people managing: anxiety, eating disorders, depression, ADHD, and chronic health conditions. I also assist in conducting psycho-educational assessments. I provide individual therapy and enjoy high performance individual development as well.
Why choose me?
You deserve to be seen and heard. In my practice I take a client-centred approach, where building a safe environment for you to explore your experiences without judgment is paramount. I prioritize a creative, compassionate, perspective in order to support you in reaching your wellness goals.
My holistic approach to mental health was influenced through previous training as a yoga instructor as well as personal experiences ranging from chronic illness to ADHD. I understand the difficulty of navigating mental health challenges and how contextual factors change this landscape. I can and want to support you or your child in reaching innate potential.