Pat is a psychological associate who has worked with children, youth, and adults for over twenty years. Prior to becoming registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario, Pat was a behaviour consultant who supported individuals with developmental needs and those caring for them. He then transitioned to providing psychological services in school settings. Pat now specializes in the assessment of learning disabilities, attention difficulties, intellectual disabilities, and autism spectrum disorder. He also provides treatment for anxiety disorders, including obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD).  Pat has extensive experience in teaching and is a former faculty in the Behaviour Science program at Humber College.

Pat is known around the office for his welcoming presence and sense of humour. In his spare time, Pat enjoys relaxing outside with family and friends, usually over a good meal. You will otherwise find him enjoying nature trails, listening to his favourite music, or taking part in fitness activities.

Pat offers the following services at Riverwise:

• Psychoeducational / psychological assessments

• Counselling / psychotherapy

• Parent consultation / coaching

Education:

• M.Ed. in School & Applied Child Psychology, University of Calgary (2013)

• Additional training in cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), cognitive coaching, crisis prevention/intervention, suicide prevention/intervention, mediation and dispute resolution, and threat assessment

Registration and Memberships:

• College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario

• Ontario Psychological Association

• Ontario Association for Applied Behaviour Analysis (ONTABA)

• Ontario Association for Applied Behaviour Analysis (ONTABA) ABA & Mental Health Special Interest Group (Founding Member)