Gottman Referral Network

About

Therapy Approach:

My style is direct, reality-focused, and comprehensive in addressing the personal and interpersonal facets of your life which help or hinder your success in relationships and living. The therapy that I practice is grounded in sound theory and research about individuals, couples, families and family businesses. I work to make my input stimulating

and definitely not "cookie cutter" advice; it is tailor-made to fit your world, with immediate

application and

value. I am committed to Gottman method Couples Therapy because it delivers tested and

sustainable benefits to couples. As well, I have practiced Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples (www.eft.ca)

Cognitive Therapy, and Structural Family Therapy for over 2 decades.

Other:

I was pleased to be the first Canadian to be certified in Gottman Method Couples Therapy. I am also a Certified Gottman Couples Workshop Leader and the first Canadian Presenter of the two day professional workshop, "Marital Therapy: A Research Based Approach". I am a co-founder of TGIM Group Inc., Greater Vancouver Therapy Inc., and previous Executive Director of Burnaby Counseling Group. I have provided therapy to individuals, couples, families since 1982; and consultation and training to groups and organizations
since 1990. My masters level training in counseling psychology specialized in systemic theory & practice. I specialize in providing executive coaching to leaders in both the corporate & non-profit sectors and to professionals. I believe that The Gottman Institute's research into relationships is highly relevant to corporate and organizational health. With a special interest in assisting family businesses, I am a past member of the Professional Advisory Committee of UBC's Business Families Centre. I count myself fortunate, and I have grown through 35 years of marriage with my wife Drusilla and our life with our three adult children (31, 29 & 25).

Special populations

Specializing in communication during conflict, restoring fidelity and commitment, or building intimacy and sexuality.
Other common issues: ongoing incompatibilities, emotional estrangement, or issues related to marital separation.
Relationship complications that arise from stressful lifestyle, childhood traumas, chemical dependencies, depression
or other individual issues are also addressed.

See www.westvancouvertherapy.com/principals.htm for my Individual

and Family Business

Specializations.