Dr. Lisa Watt, Registered Psychologist

I received my Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Ottawa in 1996. I have worked in Psychotherapy, Psychiatric, Geriatric and Neurology Clinics in Canada and the USA using evidence-based therapeutic approaches including:

• Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy
• Trauma-Focused Therapy
• Interpersonal Therapy
• Solution-Focused Therapy
• Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Therapy
• Cognitive Rehabilitation

I have also worked with individuals dealing with issues of:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
• Dissociative Disorder
• Conversion Disorder
• Personality Challenges
• Adjustment to Illness
• Caregiver Stress

I have worked with individuals with psychiatric and neurological issues including:

• Bipolar Disorder
• Schizophrenia
• Traumatic Brain Injury
• Stroke
• Various forms of Dementia
• Parkinson's Disease
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Epilepsy

I have experience working with first responders including, RCMP, Canadian Forces, Veterans Affairs, Fire Fighters and Paramedics.

I provide diagnostic evaluations and recommendations for these populations regarding accommodations for individuals returning to work and school and Disability assessments. As well I provide evaluations and recommendations regarding safety and competency issues. I have also worked with individuals with neurological and psychiatric challenges who are involved with Personal Injury, WorkSafe BC and ICBC claims.

I would be pleased and honoured to work with you on your journey of healing and growth.

Qualifications:

• Registered Psychologist
• College of Psychologists of BC #1506