Dr. Peter MacLean

Description

I very much enjoy my work as a clinical psychologist, and have developed three areas of specialization with adults:  1) general mental health (e.g., depression, anxiety) or more challenging problems (e.g., PTSD); 2) Rehabilitation Psychology (returning to work, finding more meaningful work, managing pain better); and 3) couple therapy (focus on attachment and emotions).  With couples, I also include a focused intervention that helps each partner develop the ability to better express his/her feelings and needs.  This approach has been very helpful over the years.

Languages spoken

• English

Education

• Ph.D. Psychology (Purdue University)
• B.A. Honours Psychology (Queen's University)
• B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering (Queen's University)
• Three years of study in the Humanities (Queen's University)

Professional associations

• College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO)
• Ottawa Academy of Psychology (OAP)

Summary

Based on observing many clients struggle to resolve their personal and interpersonal problems, as well as having a strong orientation for solving problems, I have come to the view that psychological imbalance is very common in people experiencing mental health challenges.  

Consequently, I have named my clinic Isorropia Psychology Centre, with the Greek word “Isorropia” meaning balance, equilibrium, stability.  Similarly, Eleanor Roosevelt once incisively wrote:  “To handle yourself, use your head; to handle others, use your heart.”

Amenities

• Close to public transit
• Free parking
• Free Wi-Fi
• Wheelchair accessible

• 265 Carling Ave, Suite 650, Ottawa, ON K1S 2E1
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