Anxiety Counsellors, Surrey BC

Specialized Therapeutic Solutions is a small mental health practice that is discreet and maintains a high quality, results oriented and confidential approach toward client care.

The emphasis of our practice is on assisting and empowering you in making the choices that lead to the greatest amount of positive change and symptom resolution.

We offer numerous skills, tools, methodology and programs, which are considered necessary for facing the greatest challenges and obstacles in life.

Our goal is to have you managing and/or resolving the issues you face and dramatically improving the quality of your life and the lives of those that you love.

We invite you to call 604-574-6555 or email us today and discover for yourself the steps to enjoying a better life.

Gerry Bock – BA, MA, CTS Registered Clinical Counsellor

I use a simple, easy to use client feedback system – Questions at the beginning and end of each session ensures 

that you and I are able to track your progress and successes, making sure you are receiving what you came for and that progress is headed in the right direction.

Experience is everything. I look forward to you having an opportunity to experience the genuine, positive, and life changing experience which counselling can be for you.

And if for some reason I am not a good match for you or cannot help you, I will assist you in finding a professional who can. Would you like to find out how I can assist you?

Hours of Availability: Monday to Thursday 9:00 am to 7:30pm

Paul Dondo – BA in Psychology and Sociology

We live in a time where there is a lot of confusion, frustration and loneliness. For most people, be adult or child, they seek direction and connection.

In the 30 plus years I have been working with children and adults I have come to recognize that people often want the ability to choose the path they walk and not be governed by fears, overwhelming feelings and broken dreams.

I offer a calming atmosphere and the opportunity develop a trusting partnership with people as together we walk through practical solutions that are functional and understandable.

I have a BA in Psychology and Sociology and have been working onsite with the local school districts for the past 15 years. I have worked with children (and their families) resolving behaviour problems, ADD, ADHD, bullying issues, hypersensitivity, and anxiety.

Ken McDonnell – Registered Professional Counsellor (Cand.)

Finding a therapist that has the expertise to assist you is relatively easy. Finding a therapist that has the expertise to assist, understands what you need and is a good fit for you,  is something completely different.

One of the main reasons I choose to work with clients suffering from anxiety is because I have suffered from anxiety myself.

I struggled with social, generalized anxiety and panic attacks for many years. I know what it is like to avoid social situations because of the fear of feeling judged; I understand the humiliation of suddenly having a panic attack in public for no apparent reason; and I know what it is like to always be afraid of people seeing your anxiety and thinking that there is something wrong with you, or worse.

I understand and I get it.

Because I understand what it is like to have lived (past tense), with anxieties, and because I have tried a huge number of different tools and techniques myself and discovered what works and what does not  – I can now offer people real help with real results for a better quality of life. 

I also understand that there is no one way to fix each person’s anxieties. We are all unique.  Each person brings specific and individual needs to a treatment session; and each person needs to be understood and treated in light of his or her own bio/psycho/social world.

Fully trained as a Registered Professional Counsellor, I offer a number of techniques, perspectives and strategies to help you get healing and freedom for your life, including innovative and cutting edge technology such as Neurofeedback.

Neuroptimal Neurofeedback is a state of the art, innovative technology that trains and balances your brain to become more resilient and flexible.  It is safe, easy and, most importantly, it is effective, especially for people with anxiety and sleep issues.  It is a scientifically proven alternative to risky and addictive medications.

As a Registered Professional Counsellor (Cand.) with the Canadian Professional Counsellors Association, I offer skills in the use of Neuroptimal Neurofeedback, Traumatic Incident Reduction, and have had the opportunity to work in crisis intervention with the Fraser Health Authority.  I am also a facilitator for the Prepare and Enrich relationship assessments and I am currently seeking my BA in Psychology and Neuroscience.

Jermaine Kemp – Counsellor (Bio Coming Soon)

Nadina Dodd – Art Therapist Intern

I am a mixed media artist and graduate student pursuing a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology with a specialization in Art Therapy in a joint program between Athabasca University and the Vancouver Art Therapy Institute. At Specialized Therapeutic Solutions, I offer therapeutic art sessions and counselling under the guidance and supervision of Gerry Bock. I have experience delivering group art sessions for men, women and children and I facilitate an art-based project on the theme of identity with “at-risk” immigrant youth. At present, I am also a co-facilitator of an art therapy group at an elementary school in Vancouver. I love creating and building relationships with children, families, couples and adults.

There may be times in our lives when we need a trustworthy guide supporting us on our journey to uncover or rediscover the tools we have for understanding and improving our lives. I offer you my compassion and a genuine, caring relationship that fosters your personal development and growth. I will respect your uniqueness and will also offer you guidance and new perspectives but, ultimately, I believe in you and your capacity for growth and transformation.

Here are some interesting blogs and articles on art therapy that might help you understand the benefits:

The Benefits of Art Therapy
Art Therapy & Mental Health
Art Therapy & Children

The first step to living a life anxiety free starts here – call us today at 604-574-6555 to book your free no obligation initial consultation.