Thomas McConnell
Registered Psychologist
Accepting Clients
Thursday availability
“Those who have a 'why' to live, can bear with almost any 'how'.”
― Viktor E. Frankl, Man's Search for Meaning
I love the way Man’s Search for Meaning really explores the importance of meaning and purpose within the human condition and I continually see this with my clients how much having a ‘why’ is such an integral part of living a good life. This is a big part of how I see counselling as a means of exploration regarding existential themes about why are we here and how to move towards what matters most in life!
What is your favourite quote?
My approach to counselling is through collaboratively working with you towards your goals and finding what creates meaning and purpose within your life. I utilize a person- centered and solution-focused approach, aiming to create a profound understanding and acknowledgment of your experiences with compassion, empathy and non-judgement. I custom tailor a diverse set of methods for each unique person’s needs within therapy.
Specialties
I have a Masters in Counselling and have a great deal of experience in both domestic violence and trauma through my work with the YWCA and other organizations within Edmonton. Other areas of focus include depression, anxiety, grief and loss, relationship concerns and self-esteem.
Trauma, Men’s Issues
Depression
Anxiety
LGBTQ2SIA+ concerns
Qualifications
I have a Masters in Counselling through City University of Seattle and have a great deal of experience in trauma counselling working with a diverse set of clientele through the YWCA and other organizations within Edmonton.
Certifications
I am trained in the use of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and many other therapeutic approaches.
What do you love about being a psychologist?
I love helping people pursue what matters most to them within life and creating a life of meaning and purpose! The best part of my job is exploring with the client who they are, what kind of person they want to be and actually putting these ideas into practice in their everyday world.
Whats something quirky about you?
I am into all manner of geeky things such as Dungeons and Dragons, Warhammer 40k and fantasy!!