INDIVIDUAL THERAPY FOR MEN (IN-PERSON + ONLINE)

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Counselling Groups

In Person

INDIVIDUAL THERAPY FOR MEN (IN-PERSON + ONLINE)

Dr. John Álvarez

Cost

$250

When

Tue, Wed, Thur

9-5:30pm PST

April 1st - September 30th

My counselling style is pragmatic and heartfelt. I have weathered my fair share of storms. “Why” is this happening to me is an important question to ask. The answer often lies in our own behaviour, habit energy and shadow. My practice specializes in psychedelic-assisted therapy and men’s issues, including anger, break-ups, burnout, stress and addiction.

I received my MA in Counselling Psychology from UBC and my MD from McMaster University. I’m a Clinical Assistant Professor in Medicine at UBC, as well as a Certified Group Psychotherapist. I recently completed VIU’s Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy program, the first of its kind to include theory & supervised practice from an accredited Canadian university.

Feel welcome to check out my bio or counselling profile and let us know if you have any questions. In-person appointments are for returning clients and by invite only. Please call to inquire.

Evan

"Straight up, if you're thinking about taking a risk with a therapist and want to grow as an individual take it with Dr. John. He has a lot of Experience, Insight, and Guidance. He helped me find my "flex", and I hope he helps you find yours. :D"

Luke

"Dr. John has been amazing with helping me with my mental health. I highly recommend him to anyone that just needs someone to talk to."

Hans

"The authenticity with which Dr. John and his team are able to offer a broad range of services with the working with the psyche, body and the spirit both individually and in group is impressive. I participated in a community of progress program and a Men's Meditation Academy at a vulnerable time in my life. The program, the therapy and the accountability helped me to overcome mid life challenges and helped to set me on a path of recovery and growth."

Graham

"Dr. John provides a great service and the Community of Progress that he runs has created great opportunities for me to grow and learn as a person."

Mitch

"The Garuda Centre is a special place. Dr. John and Ren are both incredible people, the world would be a better place if we had more like them. I have done both individual & group therapy sessions which were both helpful. Dr. John has a way of meeting people where they are at yet also knowing when and how to push. I've recommended them to many men in my life and will continue to do so."

Devon

"I am beyond grateful for the work I have done with Dr. John. He is straight with me and has always met me where I am at. He is relatable and has been just the mirror I have needed to support me through my journey as a Father, Husband and man."

August

"I love working with Dr. John!! He’s really helped me through it all sobriety, losing my kids, my relationship with both friends and family and as well as my day to day relationship with my wife, I’ve been through a lot of crap and when I walked in I was nervous to open up because of my “Man-Pride” but eventually I opened up and felt so much better."

Vartan

"I can’t recommend this place enough. The group sessions and the meditation academy are on point. Very worthwhile"