Clayton Poberezny
MA, BSW, BA
CANADIAN CERTIFIED COUNSELLOR (CCC), REGISTERED SOCIAL WORKER (RSW)
Specialties
Anxiety
Child & Youth Anxiety
Child & Youth Self-Esteem Issues
Custody Access Issues
Difficult People
Divorce or Seperation
Family Caregiver Stress
Family Issues
Family Violence
Grief & Loss
Life Transitions
Parenting Issues & Support
Relationship Dependence
Self-Esteem Issues
Stress Management
Workplace Stress
Parents and Caregivers
Clients
Adults
Adolescents (13-17)
Seniors
Couples
Families
LGBTQ+ Community
Sexuality
Training
Core Skills for Effective Therapy - Team-CBT
Delegated Worker, Child and Family Services, Government of Alberta
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Grief Work Therapy
Person Centered Therapy
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Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (Yorkville University)
Bachelor of Social Work (University of Regina)
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science (Yorkville University)
Community Worker
George Brown College
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Canadian Counselling & Psychotherapy Association
The College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (Qualifying)
Alberta College of Social Workers (member)
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I am a registered social worker, Canadian Certified Counsellor, and have three degrees: one in Political Science, another in Social Work, and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. I have had several employment experiences that have led to working with assorted populations within unique settings, like over a decade of experience working with children, youth, and families in various settings and in the field of corrections.
My therapeutic approach is integrative, meaning I will adapt to the client’s needs and preferences. Common therapies I use in my practice are Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy. Most importantly, I work from a collaborative and strengths-based approach with individuals, employing their distinctive strengths, respecting context and circumstances, working within their frame-of-reference. Everyone has a life story with unique experiences that informs our respective worldview and how we understand ourselves; therefore, coping, growth, and healing is a unique endeavour. With intentionality, the hardships we encounter within our stories is a chance to be more resilient and grateful.
I honour anyone who has the courage for introspection, build self-awareness, and pursue positive change. I trust you will find my approach to be relaxed, non-judgmental, sincere, curious, understanding, and empathetic. Welcome!