Chris provides counselling services in English or Dutch.
Chris obtained a Bachelor of Education and a graduate degree in special education and psychology. Chris managed a specialized psychology practice for diagnosing and treating learning disabilities in The Netherlands. After moving to Canada, Chris completed a Master of Arts in Education (2012), a Doctor of Education degree (2015), a certificate in Mindfulness (University of Toronto, 2020) and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (2023). Chris has worked in (special) education since 1998, focusing on assisting children experiencing behavioural and physical difficulties. He is skilled in assisting children in managing anxiety symptoms. Chris is an accredited Cool Kids® Provider (Macquarie University in Australia), focusing on child-friendly Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for children ages eight and older. He was also trained at Yale University in using SPACE Treatment, a parenting program to help reduce anxious childhood behaviours at home.
When your child is struggling with worrying thoughts to major panic attacks, and when it’s getting harder for them to manage anxious racing thoughts. Let's work together on implementing supports to help your child thrive at home, school, and elsewhere.
You moved to Canada and continue to find it difficult to adjust to your new life, with a constant juggling of cultural values and beliefs. Sure, getting used to things is alright, but sometimes more guidance is needed. As an immigrant himself Chris understands and can help.
We are ready to help you reach your goals when you feel ready to begin. If you aren’t sure if you are quite “ready” just yet, feel free to reach out for a short phone consultation to ask some questions to help you make the decision that best fits your or your child’s needs.
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