Introduction to Michael's work

Michael is trained as a psychotherapist providing quality mental health care through a full 60 minute session. Michael belongs to four different professional associations and is covered by all major insurance providers. Michael has over 15 years of experience working with diverse mental health challenges and continues to seek out hundreds of hours of training each year in order to stay on top of the latest research, approaches, and innovations in mental health. Michael is an adjunct professor, teaching ethics each year at the University of Guelph. Michael is a certified supervisor and works with supervisees across Canada. Michael is a published author on the topic of mental health and brings his training to hundreds of clinicians across Canada. 

Innovative Therapeutic Experience

Personalized Session Letters

Add to your counselling journey with his signature post-session letters. This groundbreaking approach, refined over 15 years and thousands of client interactions, doubles the impact of each session. By providing immediate access to your therapeutic case note, you will be empowered to actively engage in your growth process between appointments.

Non-Pathologizing Expertise

Experience a revolutionary perspective where you are never the problem - the problem is the problem. Michael's textbooks, "Non-Pathologizing Approach To Counselling," and "Protest Language", available on Amazon, has established Michael as a thought leader in this field. He has trained hundreds of therapists in this empowering methodology, ensuring you receive cutting-edge care.

Maximized Session Value

Michael respects your time and investment:

• Full 60-minute sessions
• 5-minute wind-down alert
• Pre-session paperwork completion

This streamlined process allows Michael to focus entirely on addressing your concerns from the moment you step into his office.

His Unique Value Proposition

1. Enhanced Therapeutic Impact: His post-session letters effectively provide the value of two sessions in one (academic studies has this range from 2-4 sessions).
2. Empowering Perspective: His non-pathologizing approach shifts the focus from personal deficits to external challenges.
3. Optimized Time Management: Every minute of your session is dedicated to your growth and healing.

By choosing Michael's services, you're not just getting therapy - you're investing in a transformative experience backed by innovation, expertise, and a commitment to your personal growth.

Clients have often provided feedback that Michael's comprehensive mindful approach to therapy has been incredibly helpful and clients speak of increased freedom and joy they are now experiencing in their lives. Michael provides confidential online video sessions across Canada (or worldwide) or in person sessions within Kelowna, BC. Click here to book an online video session directly.  

My new textbook is now available! 

Michael is a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist (RMFT) as well as a Certified Supervisor (RMFT-S) with The Canadian Association for Couple and Family Therapy (CACFT). 

Michael is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and an Approved Clinical Supervisor (RCC-ACS) with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC). 

Michael is a Certified Professional Counsellor (CPC) and a Certified Supervisor (CPCS) with the Professional Association of Christian Counsellors and Psychotherapists (PACCP). 

Michael is a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) and a Certified Supervisor (CCC-S) with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA).

Michael has a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Counselling from Briercrest Seminary. He has counselled professionally since 2009, served concurrently as an executive for a Regina non-profit, and returned home to the Okanagan in 2019. Michael lives in Kelowna with is wife of thirty years and is in private practice. 

To explore how professional counselling with Michael can help you, contact Michael today. 

Call/text: 250-215-4155

email: [email protected]