Training Experience

I hold a Masters degree in Applied Behavioral Sciences.

In the USA, I am a Licensed Mental Health Counsellor. In Canada, I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor. And in Australia I am a Qualified Member of the Australian Counselling Association.

I have training in Family of Origin Theory, Systems Theory, Developmental Theory, Psychosynthesis, Jungian-based Shadow Work, Myers-Briggs, the Enneagram and Gestalt Therapy.

My interventions are usually from a Gestalt perspective. I work primarily in the here and now and deal with the past as the need arises. I am respectful and compassionately challenging in my interventions.

I have an eclectic professional background. I have worked in top management in a highly successful high tech company, as a professional salesperson, a sales trainer and, years ago, a bush pilot. You will find that I am practical, results-oriented and adventurous in my work.

I provide a safe and supportive place for my clients to undertake the challenging and sometimes painful process of changing old ingrained patterns.

Online Counselling using Skype

I currently use the internet with great success to work with clients who are unable to visit me in person or who prefer to work online. Skype is a FREE, easy to install, high quality video conferencing program. It's effective, confidential and convenient for you.
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Skype testimonial

"It took me a while to schedule my first appointment because I thought figuring out Skype would be a huge hassle. It's not! It's so easy to download and to use. Plus, calls over the internet are free, even internationally! Now I can see Garth in the comfort of my own home - no commute, no parking, no childcare needed. It couldn't be more convenient."