Therapist Profiles

• Doctorate Degree in Psychology – University of Toulouse

• Certified Eating Disorders Specialist (CEDS) – IAEDP (USA)

• Microprogam in Clinical Psychology of Children and Young People (University of Edinburgh, UK)

• Microprogam in Psychological First Aid (Johns Hopkins, Bloomberg School of Public Health – Baltimore, MD, USA)

• Ordre des Psychologues du Québec (OPQ)

• Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA)

• American Psychological Association (APA)

• International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals Foundation (IAEDP)

• American Association of Sport Psychology (AASP)

• Stress management

• Depression

• Burnout

• Eating disorders

• Sexual disorders

• Behavioral disorders

• School disorders

• Mental training for athletes

• Adoption and support for family

• Support for substance abuse cessation

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

• Sophrology (Caycedo)

• Mindfulness therapy

• Integrative Behavioral Couple Therapy

• Solution Focused Therapy

• Rorschach Test

• Cognitive Assessments (I.Q., ADHD, ODD)

During my 15+ years experience in teaching, researching, learning and practicing, I have developed a holistic and client-centered approach to treat my clients, similar to Carl Rogers’ philosophy of therapy. During sessions, I implement key tools including empathy, understanding, listening, analysis and maintaining a professional distance with clients, with a strong respect of Ethics (O.P.Q. - A.P.A.). I believe that the approach to psychotherapy should be determined by the client’s needs. The key to the success of therapy is a strong therapeutic relationship, which involves unconditional positive regard to develop the necessary confidence.

Languages: English & French

• Master's in Counseling Psychology -Yorkville Univeristy

• BA in Sociology and Minor in Interdisciplinary Sexuality Studies- Concordia University

• Certified Life Coach- The International Association of NLP and Coaching

• Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association

• OCCOQ Candidate

• Anxiety

• Depression

• Self-esteem / Confidence

• Self-development and Growth

• Family issues / Communication

• Relationship issues

• Adjustment to life transitions

• Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

• Solution-Focused Therapy

• Mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (act)

• Meaning centered therapy/ Finding Purpose

• Grief Therapy

With over 6 years of Life Coaching and 4 years in counseling, I see counseling as a safe zone; a judgement free environment where people can express their worries, and emotions. It is also a team effort, a collaborative work between client and therapist to set goals, bring attention to their negative thoughts, and to become mindful of their mind, body, and soul. Every client is unique and requires a tailored approach; I work for and with my clients to meet their therapy needs. I am comfortable with several techniques such as cognitive behavioural therapy, grief therapy, mindfulness exercises, solution-focused theory and meaning centered therapy.

Language: English & French

• Member of the College of Psychologists of Quebec OPQ - 10884-07

• Post-doctorate Master of science in Psychopharmacology, Alliant University California

• Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology Concordia University

• Master's degree in Clinical Psychology Cologne University

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology Cologne University

• Sensorimotor Psychotherapy

• Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

• Schema Focused CBT

• Health Psychology

• Mindfulness / Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

• Self-Hypnosis / Relaxation Techniques

• Treatment of OCD and Anxiety Disorders

• Treatment of Sexual Problems

• Specialized training in the treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Developmental Trauma

• Treatment of Alcohol and Substance Abuse

• Treatment of Eating Disorders

• Specialized training in the management of chronic pain

Dr. Bita is the founder, clinical director and supervisor at Clinic Dr. Bita, Psychologists (CDB). She emphasizes the importance of balance between the 4 elements of mind, body, emotions and spirituality in each person’s well-being. She utilizes scientifically approved methods to help you gain increased awareness of your thoughts patterns, feelings, and coping skills, while ensuring a non-judgmental and supportive therapeutic relationship.

Languages: English, French, German, & Farsi

• Ph.D., Counselling Psychology, McGill University

• Master’s Degree, Counselling Psychology, McGill University

• Bachelor’s Degree, Major Psychology, McGill University

• Ordre des Psychologues du Quebec since 2004

• Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy

• Emotion Focused/ Client-Centered Therapy

• Psychodynamic Therapy

• Mindfulness & Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

• Compassion-Focused Therapy

• Solution-Focused Therapy

• Positive Psychology approaches

• Generalized Anxiety

• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

• Social Anxiety

• Health Anxiety

• Depression

• Anger management

• Relational (family of origin, couple, peers) difficulties

• Substance Abuse

• Perfectionism

• Loss / Grief

• Motivation / Procrastination / Inattention

My integrative approach is most informed by these 5 core therapy values: 1) Promoting a collaborative and egalitarian therapy relationship. 2) Trusting and valuing client perspectives and resources. 3) A consistent attention to potential solutions and recognition of strengths. 4) The development of realistic expectations encouraging gradual progress toward self-initiated change and, 5) increasing ease of putting words to emotional experience."

• Master’s degree in Counselling from the University of New Brunswick

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Concordia University

• Canadian Certified Counsellor #12667

• Member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA)

• Member of the Quebec Counselling Association (QCA)

• Self-esteem

• Communication

• Relationships

• Suicide prevention

• Bereavement, grief

• Compassion fatigue, burnout

• Depression, anxiety, stress

• Parenting

Over my last 8+ years of clinical experience, I have strived to create meaningful therapeutic relationships with my clients in order to foster lasting improvements in their well-being. I work alongside with clients so that they may better understand their situation, their thoughts and emotions, their relationship dynamics, their needs, and their strengths. I operate from a humanistic perspective, using an eclectic mix of solution-focused, person-centered, cognitive-behavioural, and interpersonal counselling approaches. I base my practice on the belief that clients have the necessary internal resources to surmount their difficulties and achieve a better quality of life.

• Master's degree in Criminology, University of Ottawa

• Bachelor's degree in Criminology, University of Ottawa

• Member of Quebec Professional College of Criminologists (OPCQ)

• Youth Center Educator (DPJ)

• Addiction Worker

• Addiction problems

• Personality disorders (borderline, anti-social, etc.)

• Trauma (abuse in childhood, domestic abuse, PTSD)

• ADHD

• Reintegration into society / criminal past

• Behavioral problems (children, teenagers)

• Emotional regulation

• Depression / burn out

• Cognitive behavioral therapy

Criminology, being a mix of psychology and sociology, can offer a different point of view on our way of life, and find alternative solutions to our problems. As a criminologist, I can offer a different perspective to those who feel the need to logically rationalize the therapeutic process.

My professional experiences have offered me a very unique understanding of the legal system, the youth protection services, and the oppression of marginalized groups. I have been able to both learn, and teach communication skills, that can be adapted to any level of comprehension. I have also learned new and creative ways to help individuals with different lifestyle needs, such as those with ADHD, to deal with their day-to-day struggles.

I can help you understand and contextualize your emotions, as well as understand the effects of your past trauma on your current relationships. Whether it is within solutions oriented therapy (cognitive behavioral), or with the mindfulness approach, every session will be through the lens of empathy and humanism.

Languages: English & French