Welcoming Julianna Park: Our New Doctoral Student Therapist

Centre Wellness is pleased to announce the addition of Julianna Park to our clinical team as a doctoral student therapist. Ms. Park brings dedication, clinical training, and a client-centered approach to her therapeutic practice.

Clinical Background and Training

Julianna Park is currently pursuing her doctorate in clinical psychology at Queen’s University. As part of her doctoral training requirements, she is completing an advanced practicum placement with Centre Wellness, providing individual psychotherapy and psychological assessments to adults aged 18 and older.

Therapeutic Approaches and Specializations

As a doctoral candidate, Ms. Park maintains active engagement with evidence-based therapeutic modalities. Her clinical training encompasses:

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
  • Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
  • Psychodynamic psychotherapy, with a focus on identifying and modifying maladaptive relational, emotional, and behavioral patterns

Ms. Park stays current with contemporary research and best practices in mental health treatment, integrating the latest evidence-based approaches into her clinical work.

Clinical Supervision

All services provided by Ms. Park are conducted under the clinical supervision of Dr. Leah Todd, Registered Psychologist. This supervisory relationship ensures adherence to professional standards while potentially making services more accessible under extended health benefit plans. Clients benefit from both Ms. Park’s current training and Dr. Todd’s established clinical expertise.

Areas of Clinical Focus

Ms. Park specializes in supporting individuals experiencing:

She has particular experience working with healthcare professionals and law enforcement personnel, understanding the unique occupational stressors these populations face.

Ms. Park is committed to providing affirming, culturally responsive care for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, ensuring therapeutic services are inclusive and respectful of diverse identities and experiences.

Treatment Philosophy

Ms. Park’s therapeutic approach centers on emotional regulation and stress management as foundational skills for psychological well-being. Her practice emphasizes:

  • Identifying and building upon client strengths
  • Developing practical coping strategies for daily stressors
  • Collaborative treatment planning
  • Culturally sensitive and affirming care

Advantages of Student Therapist Services

Current Academic Integration

Ms. Park’s active doctoral studies ensure direct application of contemporary research findings and emerging therapeutic techniques. Her ongoing academic engagement provides clients access to current developments in clinical psychology and mental health treatment.

Focused Clinical Attention

Maintaining a smaller caseload allows for thorough case conceptualization and individualized treatment planning. This structure enables dedicated time for session preparation and post-session analysis to optimize therapeutic outcomes.

Accessibility

Services are offered at $160 per 50-minute session, enhancing accessibility to quality mental health care. Current availability allows for prompt initiation of services without extended waiting periods.

Service Availability

Ms. Park offers:

  • Individual psychotherapy
  • Psychological assessments
  • Phone consultations
  • Immediate appointment availability

Contact Information

For inquiries regarding services or to schedule a consultation with Julianna, please contact Centre Wellness or book an appointment here. We welcome the opportunity to discuss how our expanded clinical team can support your mental health and wellness goals.