Don't Dream It. Drive It!
At Dr. Marilyn Chotem Psychological Services Inc., we believe that every individual has the capacity to lead a fulfilling life. Our mission is to provide a safe, non-judgmental, and compassionate environment where individuals can explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and discover new ways of being in the world.
Our Story
Dr. Marilyn Chotem, a registered psychologist with over four decades of experience, founded our practice with the goal of helping individuals understand and overcome their mental health challenges. Throughout her career, Dr. Chotem has been driven by an essential need to understand the inner experiences of others, and to help people who are suffering. Her vast experience in the field of psychology has equipped her with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide personalized and effective therapy services.
Our Services
We offer a range of therapy services designed to address various mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, grief, disordered eating, trauma, and relationship issues. Our services include:
- Couples Therapy & Collaborative Divorce Coaching: We help couples navigate the challenges of relationships and provides guidance on effective communication, conflict resolution, and collaborative problem-solving.
- Psychodynamic Psychotherapy: This therapeutic approach focuses on helping individuals understand and resolve unconscious feelings and thoughts that contribute to their mental health challenges.
- Trauma Treatment: We provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals to process and work through traumatic experiences.
- Disordered Eating: Our therapy services address the emotional and psychological aspects of disordered eating, and provide individuals with the tools and strategies necessary for recovery.
- Anxiety, Depression, Stress, and Grief: We offer evidence-based therapies to help individuals manage and overcome these common mental health challenges.
Our Approach
Our approach to therapy is rooted in the understanding that every individual is unique, and that their mental health challenges require a personalized and compassionate approach. We believe that therapy is an invitation to explore the frontiers of the mind, and to learn new ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving that can enhance one's capacity to lead a fulfilling life. Our therapists are trained in a range of therapeutic modalities, including psychoanalytic psychotherapy, bioenergetic analysis, gestalt therapy, dream therapy, family therapy, couples therapy, trauma therapy, somatic experiencing, and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy.
Experience and Qualifications
Dr. Marilyn Chotem holds a Doctor of Education in Educational Psychology and Counselling from McGill University, and has completed extensive training in various therapeutic modalities. She is a registered psychologist with the College of Psychologists of BC (#773), and a member of the BC Psychological Association and the Canadian Psychological Association.
Expert Opinion
Dr. Joachim Sehrbrock R. Psych has had the pleasure of knowing Dr. Marilyn Chotem as a fellow psychologist and colleague for several years. He considers her one of the most competent psychotherapists he has come across, praising her wealth and breadth of experience that has undoubtedly had a profound impact on the lives of numerous individuals.
Personal Experience
Dr. Sehrbrock shares his positive experiences working with Dr. Chotem, describing her as kind, trustworthy, and warm. He has had the pleasure of working with her in various capacities and has found it a delight to collaborate with her.
Recommendation
Dr. Sehrbrock has no hesitation in recommending Dr. Chotem's psychotherapy services to others. He is confident in her abilities and has every intention of continuing to recommend her services to those in need.
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