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Psychologist, MA, RPsych

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North Vancouver, BC V7P
Shirley is a Registered Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years of experience helping people who are exhausted from trying too hard to keep everything under control. Overthinking every detail, frustrated that other people seem to live their lives effortlessly? Shirley can teach you the strategies that will help you feel less anxious, more confident and self-assured; support for coping and navigating the stress that comes with life transitions, including aging, retirement, and divorce.
Shirley has consulted for organizations within the fitness and wellness industry and she is an expert in the area of workplace wellness and labour relations.
Whatever you are struggling with, Shirley will provide you with a safe space to talk it through, find and clarify a path forward.
Call or Shirley Friesen now for a free 15 minute consultation - (778) 762-3897

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Off the Couch Psychology Centre

North Vancouver, BC V7P

(778) 762-3897

Vancouver, BC V5Z

My website
To book an appointment, please book online sessions at www.offthecouchpsychology.janeapp.com or add yourself to the waitlist.
I specialize in Anxiety, Life Transitions and Workplace issues 
$235 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (778) 762-3897
Photo of Shirley Friesen, Psychologist, MA, RPsych

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Off the Couch Psychology Centre

North Vancouver, BC V7P

(778) 762-3897

Vancouver, BC V5Z

My website
To book an appointment, please book online sessions at www.offthecouchpsychology.janeapp.com or add yourself to the waitlist.
I specialize in Anxiety, Life Transitions and Workplace issues 
$235 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $235

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Cheque, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa

Insurance

  • Blue Cross
  • Canada Life | Great-West Life
  • Manulife
  • Medavie Blue Cross
  • Pacific Blue Cross
  • SunLife
  • TELUS Health
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Shirley Friesen
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (778) 762-3897
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Shirley Friesen
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (778) 762-3897

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of British Columbia / 1771 Shirley Friesen
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 29 years
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from College of Psychologists of BC 1771 / 2024
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Registered Psychologist with the College of Psychologists of BC
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Shirley Friesen
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 762-3897
"
Registered Psychologist with the College of Psychologists of BC
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Shirley Friesen
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 762-3897

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Life Transitions
  • Workplace issues

Expertise

  • Behavioural Issues
  • Body Image
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Executive burn out
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Veterans
  • Weight Loss
  • Women's Issues
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Shirley Friesen
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Do these issues align with your needs? or (778) 762-3897
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Shirley Friesen
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Do these issues align with your needs? or (778) 762-3897

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychological Testing and Evaluation
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
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Shirley Friesen
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (778) 762-3897
Photo of Shirley Friesen, Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Shirley Friesen
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (778) 762-3897

Location

Primary Location

Off the Couch Psychology Centre

North Vancouver, BC V7P

(778) 762-3897

Additional Location

Vancouver, BC V5Z

(778) 762-3897

Nearby Areas

Postal Codes

Neighborhoods

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To book an appointment, please book online sessions at www.offthecouchpsychology.janeapp.com or add yourself to the waitlist.
Photo of Shirley Friesen, Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Shirley Friesen
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Call for a free consultation now - (778) 762-3897
"
To book an appointment, please book online sessions at www.offthecouchpsychology.janeapp.com or add yourself to the waitlist.
Photo of Shirley Friesen, Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Shirley Friesen
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Call for a free consultation now - (778) 762-3897