​Kamala Shiriyeva, Ph.D., RP
Clinical Associate

I obtained my doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in psychology from the Baku State University in Azerbaijan.  I have over 10 years experience teaching university courses at the undergraduate and graduate level.  I taught courses in Clinical Psychology, Developmental Psychology and Social Psychology.

I then moved to Canada, completed additional clinical training, and have worked as a therapist in private practice settings in Hamilton and London. I have over 12 years experience working as a therapist. 
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I am registered with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and am autonomous in delivering psychotherapy services to my clients.  I am supervised by Dr. Lee with respect to diagnosis and reporting/communicating diagnoses of my clients. 

I have extensive experience in helping clients manage depression, anxiety, and stress.  I have a special interest in working with clients struggling with anxiety (e.g., panic attacks, social anxiety, phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and generalized anxiety).  Other areas of clinical interest include: chronic pain/injuries, relationship issues/distress, workplace stress, grief, trauma, and low self-esteem.

My approach with clients draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), and Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT).
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I strive to help clients identify their strengths and gain resilience when coping with injuries, stresses, symptoms and losses.  My main goal is to develop a relationship with every one of my clients that is based on honesty, openness and trust.