Treatments for Anxiety and Stress

Anxiety and Stress

For both Anxiety Disorders and Stress Related Symptoms I offer individual counseling and therapy in my Vancouver and Burnaby offices (serving Coquitlam, New Westminster, Port Moody and Maple Ridge). In most cases we use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) which is an evidence based, scientifically supported method for teaching individuals the skills and tools they need to overcome anxiety and stress related disorders. In addition to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) I often also teach skills commonly called “Mindfullness.” Mindfulness is a set of behavioural and cognitive skills designed specifically to help reduce daily stress and anxiety and address the problem of relapse, often associated with anxiety or stress disorders.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Isn’t anxiety or stress normal? Why am I having trouble with it now?
People often call asking just this question about therapy or counseling for anxiety. Anxiety and stress are actually normal parts of everyone’s life. They are normal reactions to stressful situations, for example, feeling anxious about a test. Anxiety is actually a helpful and necessary warning system we wouldn’t do well without. In some cases we might actually enjoy some level of anxiety, such as when watching a scary movie, reading a suspenseful book or riding a roller coaster. If there were no anxiety during these activities we wouldn’t be doing them! Sometimes, however, anxiety levels can grow to a point when it is hard to control, it might interfere with our thinking and mental processing, make it difficult to make decisions, and last much longer that the incident itself. In this way both anxiety and stress can cause significant difficulties in our daily functioning. We can also, over a period of time, begin to react with anxiety to things that should not be causing anxiety at all. The anxiety seems to spread to new areas of concern. When anxiety rises to this level it is likely that you have developed one of several types of Anxiety Disorder. Anxiety, luckily, is something we can provide both medical and psychological treatment for.
You should know that Anxiety Disorders are common, affecting approximately 40 million adults per year in North America alone. And most people are treated effectively with therapy, sometimes medication, or a combination of the two. Cognitve Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness have been found to be highly effective in most situations. (CBT and Mindfulness Training are offered in both my Vancouver and Burnaby offices serving Burnaby, New Westminster, Coquitlam and Maple Ridge.)

Are There Different Types or Kinds of Anxiety Disorder?

While the term Anxiety Disorder is often used, it actually refers to a family of anxiety problems which including the following: Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Panic Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Social Phobias.

Do You Treat Children with Anxiety Disorders?
Yes. We have new and highly effective means of teaching children as young as 5 the techniques of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and often suggest texts and stories such as “When My Troubles Get Too Big,” and “The Incredible Five Point Scale.” Treating children and teens often involves the entire family and the school staff. I provide parent education, teacher training and school based consultations on stress, anxiety and related disorders. Most of the materials I use are available for classroom wide programs and are commonly found in school settings. Specialized programs addressing anxiety for children and teens with Autism Spectrum (ASD) and Asperger’s Disorder are also available. Children and adolescents are seen in both my Vancouver and Burnaby locations.)

Summary
Anxiety Disorders and Stress are treatable and often respond to medication as well as counselling and therapy, especially Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based form of psychotherapy that emphasizes the important role that our thoughts, beliefs (cognitions) and behaviors play in determining how we feel and behave. CBT has been shown to be effective in treating Anxiety Disorders. As a psychologist I have received specialized training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy at the Albert Ellis Institute in New York, including over one year of clinical supervision in providing CBT and obtaining an advanced certificate in CBT from The Albert Ellis Institute.

LINK: Self-Help Tips for Generalized Anxiety Disorders (click here)
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Psychological services (including assessment, testing and therapy) provided in my offices include (covered by most extended health care insurance):
ADHD (click here: http://www.relatedminds.com/adhd-attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder/)
Anxiety and Stress (click here: http://www.relatedminds.com/anxiety-stress/ )
Autism and Asperger’s Disorder (Click here: http://www.relatedminds.com/autism/)
Individual Counselling (click here: http://www.relatedminds.com/individual-therapy/)
Child Counselling / Therapy (click here: http://www.relatedminds.com/child-therapy/)
Testing and Assessments and Learning Disabilities (Click here: http://www.relatedminds.com/testing/)
Couples Counselling / Therapy (click here: http://www.relatedminds.com/couples-therapy/)
The Angry Child (click here: http://www.relatedminds.com/dealing-with-angry-aggressive-and-explosive-children/)
Anger Management (Click here: http://www.relatedminds.com/anger-management/)
Pain Management and PTSD (Click here: http://www.relatedminds.com/pain/ )

What is different about Gottman Therapy.

Treatment for Depression: Vancouver | Burnaby

DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY COUNSELLING & THERAPY IN VANCOUVER, COQUITLAM, BURNABY and NEW WESTMINSTER, BC

The rates of Depression and Anxiety are increasing all the time. This includes the rates of these disorders for children, adolescents and adults. Depression and Anxiety lead to difficulties at school, work, with friends and in our personal relationships, including couples and marriages. Both of these disorders are treated initially by the medical field with medication. This is often useful, and sometimes necessary, however comprehensive treatment of Depression and Anxiety also calls for psychotherapy. For over 30 years Cognitive Behavioural Therapy has been found to be highly effective with both Depression and Anxiety. Most research finds that therapy using both medication and psychotherapy (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) is the most effective means of treating Depression and Anxiety. Throughout Vancouver, West Vancouver, North Vancouver, Burnaby, Coquitlam, New Westminster and Maple Ridge we have counsellors, therapists, psychologists and social workers trained in providing CBT treatment to individuals with depression and anxiety. They are available through both public agencies and private practices. Call the British Columbia Psychological Association to find a psychologist. Other groups have similar services.

WHAT IS DEPRESSION?

Sadness, low levels of energy and worry are common to all of us. We all have times of appropriate depressed mood. Depression becomes a problem when these symptoms of Depression become too frequent, start to interfere with our ability to get things done, and begin to take over our thinking patterns. These symptoms can include losing our appetite for life, or even for food that we use to enjoy, intrusive negative thoughts, low engery, weigh changes and changes in our daily habits and activities. We become isolated, lose our ability to tolerate common problems, and start to think in black and white terms about life, or ability to cope, and become consumed with feelings of hopelessness. These are some of the common signs and symptoms of Depression. Some of these symptoms may be caused by other problems, and one should never “self diagnose.” Many of these symptoms of Depression could be a simple problem with low iron, but they can be caused by many other physical issues that you need to have assessed before a diagnosis of depression is made. Start by talking to your family doctor or a psychologist. A medical evaluation is always best practice.  

HOW DOES ANXIETY RELATE TO DEPRESSION?

Anxiety, like depression, has been increasing in frequency for several years. We are not sure why, but the world of work, school and family responsibilities has become more complex as time has gone on. Symptoms of an Anxiety Disorder include an inability to get to sleep, or to stay asleep. Sometimes individuals have extreme reactions of fear or panic to situations that don’t cause these reactions to others. Both Depression and Anxiety can cause difficulty focusing on work, at school or on relationships. Symptoms can range from feelings of worry to increases in heart rate, blood pressure, dizziness, sweating and flushing of the face or hands.  Sometimes these are general symptoms that seem to imbue someone’s entire day, other times they become more specific and targeted and constitute a phobia. Regretfully Anxiety and Depression often occur together, causing an individual to nearly stop in their shoes, afraid to take any action. As with Depression, Anxiety is not something you should self diagnose. You should write out a list of symptoms, and specific situations they may have occurred in, the time of day and so on. Take this list and see your medical doctor. He or she can either help you with a diagnosis of Anxiety or Depression, or they may ask that you see a Registered Psychologist fpor a comprehensive examination and diagnosis. Again, like Depression Anxiety if often treated with medication, however Cognitive Behavioural Therapy has also been found to be highly effective. Best practice is a combination of both medical intervention (or at least observation and monitoring) and therapy.

WHAT CAN I DO?

If you think you suffer from a Depressive Disorder of Anxiety Disorder the first step is always: See your medical doctor and talk it over. If you don’t have a family physician most walk in clinics in Vancouver, Burnaby, Coquitlam and the surrounding areas have general practitioners who are trained to help you. They can walk you through the steps of diagnosis, and make a referral to either a psychologist or psychiatrist if they feel unsure about the diagnosis. If medication is a concern, talk over your concerns directly with your doctor. Write down your questions, copy any articles or other information you may have come across that you find worrying. You doctor can explain the pros and cons of different treatments. Don’t get information about treatment - especially medical treatment - from the internet. Often internet pages provide overblown and negative information about medical treatments in order to sell you something else, which is neither effective nor proven. Be careful. Trust your doctor!

A Registered Psychologist can offer you therapy that specifically addresses both Anxiety and Depression. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) has been found to be effective with both Depression and Anxiety. CBT teaches you skills to address immediate symptoms, such as relaxation, thought stopping and “Mindfulness.” CBT also focuses on teaching you new healthier ways to approach problems and conflicts, and helps you change negative, depressive and anxious thoughts to more realistic and helpful ones. Here in BC you will find information on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for anxiety at www.anxietybc.ca  You can also go to another government sponsored website: www.heretohelp.ca for information on CBT for Depression. I provide therapy and counselling for Depression and Anxiety in both my Vancouver and Burnaby offices, which serve Burnaby, Vancouver, Coquitlam, New Westminster, Port Moody and Maple Ridge. This includes treatment for children and adolescents with Depression and Anxiety.

DO I HAVE DEPRESSION OR ANXIETY?

Start by talking to your doctor. He or she can help you in determining if you have an Anxiety Disorder or Depression.  If you don’t feel comfortable talking to your medical doctor you can also talk to a Registered Psychologist. You can find a list of Registered Psychologists in Vancouver, Burnaby, Coquitlam and the surrounding area by contacting the British Columbia Psychological Association. Their website can help you find a psychologist who treats Depression and Anxiety near you. You can, of course, also check my web page and contact me if you’d like. The information is below.

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My own services, as a Registered Psychologist are located at the addresses below. You can find out more information from my web page at http://www.relatedminds.com

Other information about my practice can be found here (counsellingbc) , here (Psychology Today) or here (BC Psych Association)

Vancouver Counselling: Suite 303-338 8th Ave West, Vancouver, BC V5Y3X2

Burnaby and Coquitlam Counselling: 9304A Salish Court, Burnaby, BC V3J7C5

Phone for counselling services in Burnaby, Coquitlam, New Westminster, Port Moody and Coquitlam: 778.998-7975

Copyright 2011/2012 RelatedMinds Psychological and Educational Services - All Rights Reserved

RelatedMinds Psychological Services in Vancouver, Coquitlam and Burnaby

British Columbia. Specializing in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of depression, anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, learning disabilities, Autism and other related conditions.

KEY WORDS: Depression, Anxiety, Burnaby, Vancouver, Coquitlam, New Westminster, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Psychologist, therapist, counsellor, therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, CBT

ADHD Coaching | ADD Coaching

ADHD | ADD Assessment, Diagnosis and Treatment, including ADHD Coaching by a Registered Psychologist with over 20 years experience in the filed of ADD | ADHD treatment and intervention in schools, home and work. ADHD affects individuals, families and relationship. I provide interventions based upon the lasted science and evidenced based treatments.

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http://www.relatedminds.com/testing/
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Infidelity and Couples Therapy (Gottman's Thoughts)

John Gottman points out that it a myth that infidelity, cheating, is the cause of divorce. He reports that 20-25% of people in divorce mediation do say that an affair was a reason for the marriage ending, but THE reason given by nearly 80% of these couples is a "deterioration of intimacy." In fact, researchers (Fisher et al 2009) have found that relationship problems- usually noted as a :deterioration of intimacy" is reported in over 80 percent of cases by men. Other researches have supported this finding. IT starts with a breakdown in the love component of your relationship. The affair is often just the last straw.

There are several other myths about relationships that Gottman addresses in his work and practice as a couples therapist. One big one is that "communications problems" cause marriage problems and conflicts. This sounds good, and sounds simple. The truth is, distressed people communicate quite clearly what they feel and mean.

What Gottman suggests is that couples are never going to learn to "not communicate" the often hurtful and damaging things they say. Rather, what is important is to learn how to properly argue, disagree and differ in wants, needs, ideas and feelings. It's not what they are doing, we all disagree and get upset, instead it's about HOW they do it. Gottman offers clear, understandable tools for fixing this problem, which doesn't include the typical, " Say everything ...."  Instead it's "say what's appropriate, in a way that shows your still committed to the relationship."  In other words, make each other feel safe, especially when angry.

When you think about this, this is a skill any good parent has. They learn how to set limits, correct and when necessary even punish their children without driving a nail through their self esteem. We need to learn to do that with each other.

In happy couples Gottman's research shows that number of positive interaction to negative interactions is 20-1.  Yes, 20-1. In conflicted couples it 5-1. Maybe you thought 5-1 was good enough? Research says that 5-1 is a dangerous place to be. In soon to be divorced couples it's 8-1.  Unhappy couples tend to have a filter that screens out positive events and makes even neutral events look negative.  You need to learn to increase the number of daily positive interactions between you.  And, going back to the beginning of this submission, you need to figure out how to renew the intimacy between you. To do that Gottman uses what are called "Love Maps."

If your interested in learning more about Dr. Gottman and his techniques, yuou can visit his website or just Google him on YouTube. He has his own YouTube channel! You'll find a good number of videos on his practice.  If your interested in seeing me for marriage therapy, couples counselling or family therapy, feel free to call me. More information is available on my website at http://www.relatedminds.com or on my marriage counselling | family therapy page at: http://www.relatedminds.com/couples-therapy

I see couples for therapy in both my Vancouver office (serving Vancouver, West Vancouver, North Vancouver and Richmond) and Burnaby (serving Burnaby, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Maple Ridge, New Westminster, Langley and Surrey). In addition to being a Registered Psychologist in BC I am also a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist (RMFT) with the British Columbia Association of Marriage and Family Therapists, and a Clinical Member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy.

Jim Roche
http://www.psychologists.bc.ca/users/jimroche
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Keywords: Marriage therapy, marriage counselling, couple therapy, couple counselling, marriage and family therapist, psychologist, infidelity, cheating, Gottman, Vancouver, Burnaby, Coquitlam, New Westminster

Counselling | Therapy | Vancouver | Burnaby

About Individual Counselling | Therapy and CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)
As a registered psychologist I provide therapy and counselling services to individuals in the Burnaby and Vancouver areas using the clinically proven and evidence based techniques of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT). Individuals are seen for a variety of issues including chronic pain, depression, anxiety, stress, panic, anger management, ADHD and work or relationship issues. I hold an advanced certificate in Cognitive Therapy from the Albert Ellis Institute in New York. If you are looking for a cognitive therapist you should ask what training they have in CBT, as many individuals claim they practice CBT after completing only a workshop or reading a book. The Advanced Certificate Program at the Albert Ellis Institute included extensive CBT readings, group and individual training and supervised practice of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy/Rationale Emotive Behaviour Therapy under the supervision of a licensed mental health practitioner. In addition to my practicum at the Ellis Institute I also focused on CBT during my graduate studies and post doctoral internship.

About Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)My primary mode of practice is rational-emotive/cognitive therapy. Cognitive Behaviour Therapy or CBT (including Rational Emotive Therapy) is a highly effective, research driven approach that helps people to combat and overcome such difficulties as high anxiety/stress, panic attacks, depression, anger, relationship problems, phobias, worry, obsessions, compulsions, addictions (food or drugs), social anxiety, sexual problems, ADHD and low self-esteem. The course of treatment is typically short-term (approximately 8-12 sessions), and people often enjoy rapid and enduring relief from their symptoms.

Where are your offices?

Offices are located in Burnaby (providing therapy and counselling services to Burnaby, Coquitlam, New Westminster, Port Moody, Port Coquitlam, Maple Ridge and, some individuals come from Surrey and Langley) and Vancouver (providing counselling and therapy services to Vancouver, North Vancouver, West Vancouver and some clients from Richmond).

How long does it take to get an appointment?

Counselling and therapy appointments are usually available within a week. Please feel free to call to set up and appointment.

Dr. Jim Roche

778.998-7975

www.relatedminds.com

www.relatedminds.com/individual-therapy/

Counselling for Depression and Anxiety in Burnaby, Coquitlam, Vancouver and New Westminster

DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY COUNSELLING & THERAPY IN VANCOUVER, COQUITLAM, BURNABY and NEW WESTMINSTER, BC

The rates of Depression and Anxiety are increasing all the time. This includes the rates of these disorders for children, adolescents and adults. Depression and Anxiety lead to difficulties at school, work, with friends and in our personal relationships, including couples and marriages. Both of these disorders are treated initially by the medical field with medication. This is often useful, and sometimes necessary, however comprehensive treatment of Depression and Anxiety also calls for psychotherapy. For over 30 years Cognitive Behavioural Therapy has been found to be highly effective with both Depression and Anxiety. Most research finds that therapy using both medication and psychotherapy (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) is the most effective means of treating Depression and Anxiety.

WHAT IS DEPRESSION?

Sadness, low levels of energy and worry are common to all of us. We all have times of appropriate depressed mood. Depression becomes a problem when these symptoms of Depression become too frequent, start to interfere with our ability to get things done, and begin to take over our thinking patterns. These symptoms can include losing our appetite for life, or even for food that we use to enjoy, intrusive negative thoughts, low engery, weigh changes and changes in our daily habits and activities. We become isolated, lose our ability to tolerate common problems, and start to think in black and white terms about life, or ability to cope, and become consumed with feelings of hopelessness. These are some of the common signs and symptoms of Depression. Some of these symptoms may be caused by other problems, and one should never “self diagnose.” Many of these symptoms of Depression could be a simple problem with low iron, but they can be caused by many other physical issues that you need to have assessed before a diagnosis of depression is made. Start by talking to your family doctor or a psychologist. A medical evaluation is always best practice.  

HOW DOES ANXIETY RELATE TO DEPRESSION?

Anxiety, like depression, has been increasing in frequency for several years. We are not sure why, but the world of work, school and family responsibilities has become more complex as time has gone on. Symptoms of an Anxiety Disorder include an inability to get to sleep, or to stay asleep. Sometimes individuals have extreme reactions of fear or panic to situations that don’t cause these reactions to others. Both Depression and Anxiety can cause difficulty focusing on work, at school or on relationships. Symptoms can range from feelings of worry to increases in heart rate, blood pressure, dizziness, sweating and flushing of the face or hands.  Sometimes these are general symptoms that seem to imbue someone’s entire day, other times they become more specific and targeted and constitute a phobia. Regretfully Anxiety and Depression often occur together, causing an individual to nearly stop in their shoes, afraid to take any action. As with Depression, Anxiety is not something you should self diagnose. You should write out a list of symptoms, and specific situations they may have occurred in, the time of day and so on. Take this list and see your medical doctor. He or she can either help you with a diagnosis of Anxiety or Depression, or they may ask that you see a Registered Psychologist fpor a comprehensive examination and diagnosis. Again, like Depression Anxiety if often treated with medication, however Cognitive Behavioural Therapy has also been found to be highly effective. Best practice is a combination of both medical intervention (or at least observation and monitoring) and therapy.

WHAT CAN I DO?

If you think you suffer from a Depressive Disorder of Anxiety Disorder the first step is always: See your medical doctor and talk it over. If you don’t have a family physician most walk in clinics in Vancouver, Burnaby, Coquitlam and the surrounding areas have general practitioners who are trained to help you. They can walk you through the steps of diagnosis, and make a referral to either a psychologist or psychiatrist if they feel unsure about the diagnosis. If medication is a concern, talk over your concerns directly with your doctor. Write down your questions, copy any articles or other information you may have come across that you find worrying. You doctor can explain the pros and cons of different treatments. Don’t get information about treatment - especially medical treatment - from the internet. Often internet pages provide overblown and negative information about medical treatments in order to sell you something else, which is neither effective nor proven. Be careful. Trust your doctor!

A Registered Psychologist can offer you therapy that specifically addresses both Anxiety and Depression. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) has been found to be effective with both Depression and Anxiety. CBT teaches you skills to address immediate symptoms, such as relaxation, thought stopping and “Mindfulness.” CBT also focuses on teaching you new healthier ways to approach problems and conflicts, and helps you change negative, depressive and anxious thoughts to more realistic and helpful ones. Here in BC you will find information on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for anxiety at www.anxietybc.ca  You can also go to another government sponsored website: www.heretohelp.ca for information on CBT for Depression. I provide therapy and counselling for Depression and Anxiety in both my Vancouver and Burnaby offices, which serve Burnaby, Vancouver, Coquitlam, New Westminster, Port Moody and Maple Ridge. This includes treatment for children and adolescents with Depression and Anxiety.

DO I HAVE DEPRESSION OR ANXIETY?

Start by talking to your doctor. He or she can help you in determining if you have an Anxiety Disorder or Depression.  If you don’t feel comfortable talking to your medical doctor you can also talk to a Registered Psychologist. You can find a list of Registered Psychologists in Vancouver, Burnaby, Coquitlam and the surrounding area by contacting the British Columbia Psychological Association. Their website can help you find a psychologist who treats Depression and Anxiety near you. You can, of course, also check my web page and contact me if you’d like. The information is below.

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Vancouver Counselling: Suite 303-338 8th Ave West, Vancouver, BC V5Y3X2

Burnaby and Coquitlam Counselling: 9304A Salish Court, Burnaby, BC V3J7C5

Phone for counselling services in Burnaby, Coquitlam, New Westminster, Port Moody and Coquitlam: 778.998-7975

Copyright 2011/2012 RelatedMinds Psychological and Educational Services - All Rights Reserved

RelatedMinds Psychological Services in Vancouver, Coquitlam and Burnaby

British Columbia. Specializing in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of depression, anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, learning disabilities, Autism and other related conditions.

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For information on counselling and therapy services in Burnaby, Vancouver, Coquitlam and surrounding areas contact Dr. Roche at: (Office phone) 778.998.7975

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As usual, let me warn you that this blog, any of my other blogs, or my web pages are not designed to provide you with an assessment, diagnosis or treatment. If you are concerned you have a health issue such as ADHD, anxiety, depression or Asperger's | autism please see your health service provider, either a medical doctor or Registered Psychologist. What may appear to be symptoms of one disorder can often be caused by another unexpected disorder. Other disorders, such as ADHD, are very likely to exist at the same time as another disorder (called co-morbid disorder) such as anxiety, depressing or OCD. You need to see a professional to find this out. On-line symptom checklists will not provide this, and are often misleading.

Services provided in my offices include: (covered by most extended health care insurance)

ADHD (click here:http://www.relatedminds.com/adhd-attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder/)

Anxiety and Stress (click here: http://www.relatedminds.com/anxiety-stress/)

Autism and Asperger's Disorder (Click here: http://www.relatedminds.com/autism/)

Individual Counselling (click here: http://www.relatedminds.com/individual-therapy/)

Child Counselling / Therapy (click here: http://www.relatedminds.com/child-therapy/)

Testing and Assessments and Learning Disabilities (Click here: http://www.relatedminds.com/testing/)

Couples Counselling / Therapy (click here: http://www.relatedminds.com/couples-therapy/)

The Angry Child (click here: http://www.relatedminds.com/dealing-with-angry-aggressive-and-explosive-children/)

Anger Management (Click here:http://www.relatedminds.com/anger-management/)

Pain Management and PTSD (Click here:http://www.relatedminds.com/pain )

Forensic Services (Independent Medical Examinations or IME)

About Dr. Roche

My name is Dr. Jim Roche and I am a Registered Psychologist and a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist (RMFT) in British Columbia. In addition to my doctorate in clinical psychology, I hold a master's degree in family therapy, a certificate of advanced graduate studies (CAGS) in school and educational psychology from Norwich University, and have completed two years of post doctoral studies in neuro-psychology at The Fielding Institute in Santa Barbara, California. In addition to being a registered psychologist, I am a certified school psychologist, certified teacher of special education (New York and California), and a Clinical Member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT). I also hold a doctoral degree in law with an emphasis in medical malpractice and education law. Beyond my academic credentials, I have completed two years of supervised clinical experience in both hospital and community based clinics and two years of post doctoral training in neuropsychology. I have served as director of behaviour programming for several school districts, as a consultant on autism for the province, and have held numerous academic positions including Clinical Instructor in Psychiatry at New York University and Bellevue Hospital in New York as well as being a faculty member at NYU, Brooklyn College, SUNY New Paltz, and Norwich University.

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