Dr. Geris Serran
Adults 18+
C. Psych.
Registered Clinical & Forensic Psychologist
Works with:
availability:
In-Person, Virtual
Location:
Currently not accepting supervisees
About Dr. Serran
Dr. Serran is a registered psychologist with a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Queen’s University and the University of Ottawa. She has been practicing since 2005, with a specialized focus on sexual behavior issues, trauma, and therapeutic processes. Over her extensive career, Dr. Serran has honed a deep expertise in both clinical work and supervision, engaging in leadership roles and supervising emerging clinicians for over 12 years.
As a published author, Dr. Serran brings a wealth of knowledge and a strong academic foundation to her work, guiding therapists in developing their skills and delivering compassionate, effective care.
As a published author, Dr. Serran brings a wealth of knowledge and a strong academic foundation to her work, guiding therapists in developing their skills and delivering compassionate, effective care.
Dr. Serran’s approach to supervision is rooted in a developmental model, meeting clinicians where they are in their journey and helping them grow with flexibility and empathy. Her style is adaptive and collaborative, allowing her to provide both structured guidance and the freedom for clinicians to explore and refine their personal therapeutic approaches.
Dr. Serran fosters a supportive, relationship-centered environment, prioritizing trust and mutual respect to ensure supervisees feel safe discussing challenges, areas of uncertainty, and moments of growth.
Dr. Serran encourages supervisees to prioritize self-care and find a work-life balance, understanding that clinician well-being is essential for quality client care. With a wealth of clinical experience, Dr. Serran supports each therapist’s unique path to growth, equipping them to deliver the highest standard of care.
Supervisees working with Dr. Serran can expect a thoughtful balance of support and encouragement toward professional excellence. She emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, guiding therapists to navigate clinical challenges, transference, and counter-transference with curiosity and compassion. Additionally, Dr. Serran highlights her commitment to creating a safe and constructive space for open communication, noting that it directly impacts client care.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Emotion-Focused Therapy
Cognitive Processing Therapy
Modalities:
Law Enforcement
First Responders
Special Populations:
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma
Substance Abuse
Self-esteem
Emotion Regulation
Sexual abuse
Sexual Behaviour Issues
Areas of Focus:
Ph.D., Clinical Psychology - University of Ottawa
College of Psychologists and Behavioural Analysts of Ontario
Dr. Geris Serran is a registered clinical and forensic psychologist with the College of Psychologists and Behavioural Analysts of Ontario. She completed her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at the University of Ottawa in 2003 and brings over 20 years of expertise to her work.
Dr. Serran has dedicated her career to addressing complex psychological needs, with a focus on sexual behaviour issues, trauma, and the therapeutic process. Her approach is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which emphasizes mindfulness and living in alignment with one’s values to foster meaningful change.
An experienced supervisor and trainer, Dr. Serran is also certified in risk assessment tools such as the Static-99R, STABLE-2007, and ACUTE-2007. She regularly provides training in these areas and has co-authored the book Rehabilitating Sexual Offenders: A Strength-Based Approach, highlighting her commitment to evidence-based practices and the potential for growth and transformation.
At Centre Wellness in Kingston, Ontario, Dr. Serran primarily provides supervision and consultation to psychotherapists, sharing her depth of knowledge and helping them refine their clinical skills. Through her guidance, she fosters a supportive and collaborative environment where therapists can grow and excel in their practice.
Dr. Serran has dedicated her career to addressing complex psychological needs, with a focus on sexual behaviour issues, trauma, and the therapeutic process. Her approach is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which emphasizes mindfulness and living in alignment with one’s values to foster meaningful change.
An experienced supervisor and trainer, Dr. Serran is also certified in risk assessment tools such as the Static-99R, STABLE-2007, and ACUTE-2007. She regularly provides training in these areas and has co-authored the book Rehabilitating Sexual Offenders: A Strength-Based Approach, highlighting her commitment to evidence-based practices and the potential for growth and transformation.
At Centre Wellness in Kingston, Ontario, Dr. Serran primarily provides supervision and consultation to psychotherapists, sharing her depth of knowledge and helping them refine their clinical skills. Through her guidance, she fosters a supportive and collaborative environment where therapists can grow and excel in their practice.
