Dr. Richard Harrison, R. Psych.
Intellect and Intuition
When you consult Richard, you will be met with respect, heartfelt understanding, and a depth of knowledge. Known for his sensitivity and insight, Richard creates a therapeutic environment uniquely suited to your personal growth. He helps you recognize and shift unhealthy patterns, and make choices in keeping with your values and goals. As a psychologist, Richard integrates creativity and humor to help you overcome problems, enhance relationships, and develop new avenues to lasting change.
- Marital/Relationship Counselling (Emotionally Focused Therapy)
- Family of Origin Concerns
- Life Transitions
- Self-esteem
- Sexual Orientation and LGBT Issues
- Overcoming Depression and Mood Instability
- Stress management, Work/Life Balance, and Burnout Prevention
- Identity Issues
- Dreamwork
- Existential Concerns (Meaning and Purpose)
Experience
Richard enjoys his work as a psychologist, offering services in English and French. He is inspired by his clients’ ability to make meaningful changes in their lives. Since 1995, he has provided therapy to people of all ages in diverse settings, including community-based mental health programs, hospital clinics, and university counselling centres. Richard teaches Counselling Psychology at the University of British Columbia, and has supervised masters and doctoral students in their clinical practice. He has authored publications on psychotherapy and self-care in professional journals, such as Psychotherapy: Theory, Research, Practice, Training, The Journal of the American Medical Association, and the Canadian Journal of Counseling.
Richard received a Ph.D. in Counselling Psychology from the University of British Columbia. His doctoral research was supported by grants from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada and the Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research. He is a Registered Psychologist (#1855) with the College of Psychologists of British Columbia.
Contact Information
Vancouver Couple and Family Institute
Suite 270
828 W. 8th Ave.
Vancouver, BC V5Z 1E2
604-677-3286 x 305
dr.richardharrison@shaw.ca