Empowering Real Change, One Step at a Time.
Woods Psychological Services is a privately owned and operated counseling practice led by Ron Woods, a Registered Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists. With a diverse background that encompasses a wide range of life experiences, Ron brings a unique understanding of people from various walks of life. Prior to establishing his private practice, Ron worked at a counseling agency in Sherwood Park for four years, providing him with invaluable experience in working with couples, individual adults, and occasionally teens. His extensive background also includes stints as a Child and Youth Care Worker, a Fisheries Technician, and a Laboratory Technician, among other roles.
Our Approach to Counseling
At Woods Psychological Services, we take a holistic and wellness-oriented approach to therapy. We believe that each person has the potential to achieve great things, and sometimes, psychological, emotional, relational, or spiritual issues can hinder this potential. Our goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where clients can freely express themselves and work towards achieving their personal therapy and life goals. We utilize a variety of evidence-based therapies, including the Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy (PACT), Accelerated Experiential Psychodynamic Therapy (AEDP), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Couples Therapy (EFT), Attachment Theory-based interventions, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Relational Psychodynamic Therapy.
Our Therapeutic Modalities
At Woods Psychological Services, we recognize that every individual is unique, and our therapists are trained to work with clients from diverse backgrounds. We utilize a range of therapeutic modalities, including Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy (PACT) - Level 1 training, Prepare Enrich Relationship Counselling Certification, Circle of Security Parenting Training, and Teaching DVD Certification. Our therapists are committed to ongoing professional development and stay current with the latest research and best practices in the field.
Appointments and Services
We strive to provide a welcoming and comfortable environment for our clients. To schedule an appointment, please contact Ron Woods by email or phone. Please note that we do not have evening availability, and we have a short wait list. Before scheduling an appointment, Ron will discuss your needs, goals, and concerns to ensure a good match between therapist and client. After scheduling, an intake form will be sent to be filled out and brought to the first session. We also offer flexible scheduling using our online appointment scheduler.
Overall Experience
The reviewers had a generally positive experience with the psychologist, Ron, with one reviewer giving him a 5-star rating and the other a 4-star rating.
Strong Points
- Helpful and Informative: Ron is described as very helpful and takes the time to explain the therapy process and teach useful skills.
- Genuine Effort: Both reviewers appreciate Ron's genuine effort to understand and solve their problems in a timely manner.
Weak Points
- Office Location: The only drawback mentioned is the difficult office location, which may be a challenge for some clients.
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