Ghassan Arabieh, MA., RP.
Counsellor/Registered Psychotherapist
PROFESSIONAL BIOGRAPHY
I have had the opportunity to work in hospitals and community-based health
care settings providing counselling and psychotherapy. I have worked
cross-culturally with clients who are dealing with a wide array of
psychosocial issues. My clinical experience includes working with people
who are struggling with depression, anxiety, loss, acculturation stress, war
trauma, childhood abuse, anger management and conflict with the law.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in Clinical Psychology, Lebanese University, Beirut, Lebanon
Certificate of Higher Studies in Clinical Psychology, Lebanese University, Beirut, Lebanon
Social Service Worker Diploma, Algonquin College, Ottawa, Ontario
Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University, Fredericton, New Brunswick
MEMBERSHIPS
Registered Psychotherapist (CRPO # 3735)
Member of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario
Member of the Ontario Association for Consultants, Counsellors, Psychometrics and Psychotherapists (OACCPP)
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with the International Association of Trauma Professionals.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Cultural Diversity; Mental Illness; Trauma and Dissociation
TRAINING
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training)
WrapAround Training
Stabilization Skills and Treatment of Complex Trauma
Relationship-Based Approach in the Treatment of Trauma
Immigrant and Refugee Mental Health
I adopt a holistic approach in counselling that takes into consideration all
contributing factors to clients’ issues. I place a high importance on
developing the resiliency of clients to help them realize their full potential.
I work collaboratively with clients to develop counselling plans that suit
their abilities and help them solve their problems. I also invite clients to
share with me their cultural belief systems to help facilitate mutual
understanding as well as help maximize self-awareness, personal and
professional growth.
I combine a humanistic and strengths-based approach in counselling with
psychodynamic, cognitive behavioural, solution-focused and attachment-
based therapy to help facilitate awareness, motivation and a sense of
meaning in peoples’ lives. In addition to this, I will assist you to develop
effective coping mechanisms and foster an accurate understanding of your
past. Sessions will focus on resolving these issues in a safe environment.
During our time working together, I will support you in developing your
potential to live in the “here and now” and with the promise to prosper in the
future.
