Hello, my name is Arvin. I am a Registered Psychologist in Alberta and a professional member in good standing with the College of Alberta Psychologists, Psychologists Association of Alberta and the Canadian Psychological Association. I had completed my education at the University of Alberta and I have been working with individuals since 2004.  I am constantly training and learning new therapy models and am pleased to be able to offer you a wide range of approaches when working together. I provide therapy to individuals, couples and families.  I have helped a variety of people including troubled youth, young adults, the elderly and the mentally ill. In addition to treatment, my work includes community education and supervision and training of new therapists.  I am currently taking new clients at my private practice. 

A bit about how I work: I believe in working together, in a trusting relationship with you. I believe in a holistic approach and not simply looking at problems in isolation. I believe that personal growth is the best therapeutic outcome. I provide structure as well as opportunities for challenge within a nurturing environment. I hope that this setting will engage both you and me in a deeply connected conversation. I go beyond simply looking at your “mental” symptoms and invite your mind, body, and soul into the therapy. Therapy is as much a safe place to heal as it is a hub of exciting possibilities and challenges where growth and transformation happens.

I have developed a way of working that is highly empathic, warm and person-centered. I hope to provide you with guidance, listening, advice, hope and caution as it is needed. My job (and your goal) is to help you recover your vital health—that may have been lost or broken—and open you to your new abilities, dreams and potentials.

Many individuals I work with face a variety of issues including:

-         Emotional turmoil

-         Addictions

-         Self-esteem

-         Life transition issues

-         Trauma

-         Pain

-         Relationship difficulties

I work with a lot of couples who seek help with:

-         Building communication, trust and understanding

-         Infidelity and other relationship traumas

-         Sexuality and Intimacy issues

-         Establishing effective, respectful boundaries

-         Separation and Divorce

-         Working on parenting and other family relationships

No two treatment plans are ever the same. That is because each and every person is unique and your therapy must be as well. When you consider seeing a psychologist it is so important to feel that sense of connection and feel respected and listened to—do not compromise here! I can help you find a therapy that works.

If you are reading this and find that I am speaking to you, please contact me. I have availability on Wednesdays and Saturdays. I will be happy to talk with you about counseling options and help you set up an appointment.  All the best, Arvin.