Professional Background

Ian is 48 and holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, a Bachelor of Arts with a major in psychology, and is a member of the B.C. Association of Clinical Counsellors and Psi Chi (the national honor society in psychology).  He has appeared on CBC television as a relationship expert and is regularly sought out by local and national media.  He is happily married, and a father.

Counselling & Therapy

As a professional counsellor and therapist, Ian enjoys working together with clients from all backgrounds, to help them explore relationships, thoughts, feelings, or behaviours, which trouble them and cause difficulty in their life. Through this therapeutic process, clients can achieve deeper personal insight and awareness, better ways of understanding and coping with problems, increased feelings of well-being, and improved relationships and life satisfaction. Using a variety of scientifically based therapeutic approaches, he has a high rate of success overall in helping his clients. Client's are often provided with handouts, recommendations to acquire specific books, and given exercises, which enable many to achieve a significant amount of progress outside of session. This approach can be quite cost effective as well. Ian has experience in working with adults in many areas of practice. Please click the "View Specialties" button above to view more specific areas of practice he works in and therapeutic approaches.

Comments from Clients*

"This is the best thing that's ever happened to me. You've helped me tremendously."

"Thank you so much for all our sessions. They were invigorating, uplifting, and life changing."

"These sessions have helped me. Thank you."

"You've done a great job, that's 98% of it!"

"You're warm and caring..."

"I appreciate the great counselling that you have provided us and I don't think we would be together if it wasn't for you. Thanks."

"You're a skilled therapist."

"I've had an epiphany."

"That was excellent" (referring to the session)

* Client's are not asked to provide testimonials. These comments were unsolicited, but provided spontaneously at some point during the counselling process by different clients. 

Main Areas of  Practice

• Marital/Couples Issues  
• Relationship Problems
• Depression
• Anxiety, Fear, and Panic
• Anger Management 
• Phobias
• Addictions
• Stress Management             
• Self Esteem
• Trauma and Abuse

Marriage/Couples Counselling

• Improve love, intimacy, communication, and trust
• Decrease conflict
• Develop healthier boundaries
• Work through cognitive and emotional baggage from past relationships and family of origin
• Resolve issues involving guilt, fear, and obligation

Fee/Investment

Sliding scale: $100.00 - $80.00 per full 60 minute session for individuals or couples.

Ian offers  a 30 minute complimentary consultation to briefly discuss your situation, inform you about how counselling/therapy can help, and answer any questions or concerns.

Availability

Weekdays, evenings, and saturdays.