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Seyedsoroush Ghaffari

Toronto

Summary

Accomplished Psychotherapist with a proven track record at Vian Psychology and Counseling Group, enhancing couple communication and trust through cognitive behavioral techniques. Expert in psychological assessment and motivational interviewing, I excel in creating tailored treatment plans. My empathetic approach and ability to regulate emotions have fostered significant client progress and therapeutic relationships.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Psychotherapist and Couple Therapist

Vian Psychology and Counseling Group
01.2023 - 08.2024
  • Established a safe and supportive environment for couples, fostering open communication and trust during couple therapy.
  • Utilized cognitive behavioral approach and techniques in couple therapy sessions.
  • Worked as a psychodynamic therapist with clients with personality disorders.
  • Provided premarriage counseling for couples.

Psychotherapist

Organic Minded Clinic
10.2020 - 07.2023


  • Utilized psychodynamic therapy and CBT techniques based on the clients needs.
  • Built strong rapport with clients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their experiences, fostering lasting therapeutic relationships.
  • Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans as necessary based on changing needs or circumstances.

Mental Health Support Worker

Roozbeh Psychiatric Hospital
04.2018 - 06.2020
  • Reduced patient anxiety through active listening, problem-solving, and crisis intervention techniques.
  • Supported patients in achieving personal goals through goal-setting exercises and step-by-step guidance.
  • Recognized and responded to signs of potential self-harm or suicide risk, utilizing appropriate intervention strategies and resources to ensure patient safety.
  • Enhanced patient well-being by providing empathetic and compassionate support in daily activities.

Education

Master of Arts - General Psychology

Azad University
Tehran, Iran
08-2020

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Azad University
Tehran, Iran
07-2016

Skills

  • Psychosocial assessment
  • Treatment Planning based on clients needs
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Emotion regulation techniques
  • Case documentation
  • Cognitive challenge and formulating clients conflicts
  • behavioral exercises

Languages

English
Full Professional
Persian
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Psychotherapist and Couple Therapist

Vian Psychology and Counseling Group
01.2023 - 08.2024

Psychotherapist

Organic Minded Clinic
10.2020 - 07.2023

Mental Health Support Worker

Roozbeh Psychiatric Hospital
04.2018 - 06.2020

Master of Arts - General Psychology

Azad University

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Azad University
Seyedsoroush Ghaffari