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Claude Forrat

London,ON

Summary

Accomplished Registered Psychotherapist with a proven track record at Dialogue Health Technologies Inc., adept in Psychological Assessment and Crisis Intervention. Expert in leveraging motivational interviewing and grief counseling to enhance mental health outcomes. Demonstrated success in developing individualized treatment plans, significantly improving client well-being through innovative therapy techniques.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST

DIALOGUE HEALTH TECHNOLOGIES INC.
03.2021 - Current
  • Introduced meditation, guided imagery, breathing techniques to clients.
  • Delivered mental health support for young adults, adults and seniors suffering from anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief and loss, burnout, and job related issues.
  • Guided clients in development of skills and Mindfulness based Cognitive Behavioral therapy techniques.
  • Performed clients assessment and developed treatment plans.
  • Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
  • Utilized meditation and visualization to support clients in meeting therapeutic goals.
  • Referred clients to other specialists, institutions or support services as necessary.
  • Assisted clients with gaining insights, establishing clear goals and planning strategies to reach personal targets.

Registered Psychotherapist - Private Practice

Self-employed
03.2014 - Current
  • Introduced meditation, guided imagery and breathing techniques to clients
  • Documented client progress in confidential files.
  • Provided crisis support for clients
  • Guided clients in development of skills and Mindfulness based cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
  • Maintained and updated patient records, changes in service plans and treatment reports.
  • Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
  • Utilized meditation and visualization to support clients in meeting therapeutic goals.
  • Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
  • Offered perspective on effectiveness of treatments concerning conditions such as depression and anxiety.
  • Counseled individuals to help understand problems, deal with crisis situations and develop realistic action plans.
  • Referred clients to other specialists, institutions or support services as necessary.
  • Evaluated patients' goals, as well as mental and practical conditions, to develop individualized courses of treatment.
  • Offered specific advice to help clients work through educational or occupational issues.
  • Assisted clients with gaining insights, establishing clear goals and planning strategies to reach personal targets.

Education

Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology

St. Paul's University / University of Ottawa
Ottawa, ON
04.2008

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Ottawa
Ottawa, ON
04.2006

Skills

    • Motivational Interviewing
    • Psychological Assessment
    • Trauma assessment
    • Crisis Intervention
      • Case Documentation
      • Grief counseling
      • Treatment Planning

Languages

English
Full Professional
French
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Additional Information

Specialized in trauma, intergenerational trauma, anxiety, depression, burnout treatment, grief, abusive relationships, domestic violence.

Timeline

REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST

DIALOGUE HEALTH TECHNOLOGIES INC.
03.2021 - Current

Registered Psychotherapist - Private Practice

Self-employed
03.2014 - Current

Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology

St. Paul's University / University of Ottawa

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Ottawa
Claude Forrat