About MacGyver
MacGyver is a psychotherapist, researcher, and clinical educator that specializes in the exploration of diversity in family dynamics, sexuality & attraction, gender & identity, acculturation & migration, and social justice. He identifies as a postmodern and poststructuralist clinician that is informed by a wide array of therapeutic modalities with a particular emphasis in Narrative Therapy. As MacGyver enjoys research and learning, he is also influenced by strengths-based perspectives, attachment, and neuroscience.
Outside of the clinical setting, MacGyver enjoys life through eclectic tastes in music, video games, comic books, film, reading & writing, photography, visual & digital art, sports, and the exploration of cultures, languages & cuisines.
MacGyver has a history working in non-profit mental health and is a faculty member at the Windz Centre for Brief and Narrative Therapy Training. MacGyver is also a clinical supervisor at Your Story Counselling and supervises our masters-level therapist interns who offer sliding scale and reduced fee options.
Hi, I'm MacGyver, a psychotherapist who is passionate about helping people from all walks of life. I'm trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, and Dialogic Therapy. These approaches help me to create a safe and supportive space where you can explore your story and create new narratives that are more empowering and life-affirming.
I believe that everyone has the strength and resilience to overcome challenges and live a fulfilling life. I'm here to help you tap into your own strengths and resources so that you can achieve your goals.
If you're interested in working with me, please don't hesitate to reach out. I'd be happy to answer any questions you have and schedule a free consultation.
Who I Work Best With
I tend to work best with:
Folx who are curious and ready to delve deeper.
The conversations I find myself having again and again
What describes a person's identity?
What is the meaning of life?
How do we feel a sense of belonging?
What gives me hope
That humans are built for connection and growth.
What's my story
Although life has not been easy as part of a first generation immigrant family with an intersectional cultural identity, I have always found myself surrounded by people who offered support. This has led me to deeply value relationships and wanting to be a support for others.
Modalities
Specialties
What's it like to work with me
Collaborative, strengths-based, curious, geeky, philosophical, post-modern, inclusive.
Education
Languages
Who are you when you're not working
Reading, writing, creating, singing, sports, video games, collecting, socializing.
What misconceptions about therapy do you often challenge
That therapy is used only for solving issues and problems. Many people use therapy as a place to process and to explore.