Esther Arase, Student Therapist

Discipline
Student in MSc Psychotherapy Program at McMaster University

Area of Focus Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Self- Esteem, Couples and Family Therapy, Interpersonal Relationships, and Personality Disorders.

 
Therapy Competencies (Currently studying):
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Schedule
Wednesdays (in-person and virtual).

Favourite Recovery Quote
“In spite of everything I shall rise again: I will take up my pencil, which I have forsaken in my great discouragement, and I will go on with my drawing.” – Vincent Van Gogh

 
Treatment Philosophy
Esther is looking to observe different forms and styles of psychotherapy to formulate her therapy style; develop clinical skills such as CBT, case formulation, and other therapeutic modalities; and gain a better understanding of what it means to be a therapist.