Chris Boyd M.A.
Registered Clinical Counsellor No. 4066
Chris is a Registered Clinical Counsellor who provides support to youth and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, anger, PTSD, grief and substance use. As a therapist, his ultimate goal is to help clients enhance resiliency in their lives. He sets out to accomplish this by engaging in a collaborative and strength-based approach. He incorporates several different modalities and strategies based odn each client's unique situation and preference, including cognitive behavioural therapy and EMDR.
Chris completed a Bachelor of Arts in psychology from Simon Fraser University and a Master of Arts in counselling psychology from Yorkville University. Prior to working in private practice, Chris' professional journey took him to community agency, school and government programs as he had the privilege to work with an eclectic group of clients. In 2008 he collaborated with three fellow therapists and a team of programmers to create an online wellness boosting program called the Mental Health Boot Camp
Psychology aside Chris is the co-founder of the Original Ugly Christmas Sweater, an annual charity event in Vancouver that is credited with starting the 'ugly Christmas sweater' trend that has spanned the globe. His latest project has been to co-author a children's book called: The Ugly Christmas Sweater Rebellion. Chris is a member of the Rotary Club of Coquitlam and is the co-vice president of the alumni association at his old high school, St.Thomas More Collegiate.
Chris provides presentations to the general public as well as educators and other mental health professionals. he is currently offering 3 presentation topics: 'Wellness 101', 'Anxiety: Our Super Power!', and 'How to Use Pop Culture for Positive Change.'
Website: www.chrisboydcounselling.com
Instagram: @mentalhealthbootcamp, @uglychristmassweaterbook
Podcast: The Mental Health Boot Camp Podcast
