Michelle Patterson
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Mission, BC V2V
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I have 20 years experience working with adolescents & adults (incl. couples) dealing with a variety of mood/anxiety problems, trauma, & relationship difficulties. I provide a structured space to help you explore and identify challenges, and experience different ways of being. Good therapy is not just talking about problems; it requires sorting through layers of emotion, understanding how you protect yourself from emotional pain; identifying & challenging negative thoughts/beliefs; and identifying personal strengths & resources.
Overall, my approach is warm, compassionate and direct. My work is heavily influenced by developmental psychology & attachment theory. I am trained in several evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), & trauma-based approaches.
If you are ready to take the powerful step to address your emotional health, I am here to work with you. Together, we will identify the problem and create a plan to help you move forward, find peace, and reconnect with what is meaningful in your life.
Call or Email Michelle Patterson now for a free 15 minute consultation - (778) 766-5493
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $190
- Couple Sessions $200
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Cheque, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Canada Life | Great-West Life
- Great-West Life
- Insurance Corporation of British Columbia
- Pacific Blue Cross
- SunLife
Michelle Patterson
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (778) 766-5493
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of British Columbia / 1677 Michelle Patterson
- In Practice for 23 years
- Attended University of British Columbia, PhD Clinical Psychology, Graduated 2002
- Licensed by Province of British Columbia / 1677
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Michelle Patterson
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (778) 766-5493
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Relationship Issues
- Depression
Expertise
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Personality Disorders
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Trauma and PTSD
Michelle Patterson
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (778) 766-5493
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Somatic
- Trauma Focused
Michelle Patterson
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (778) 766-5493
Location
Additional Location
Powell River, BC V8A
(778) 766-5493