Michelle Patterson
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (778) 766-5493
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
Let's Connect (778) 766-5493
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 24 years
- Attended University of British Columbia, PhD Clinical Psychology, Graduated 2002
Education and Years In Practice
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
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Age
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