ONLINE COUNSELLING FOR
Anxiety, Depression, Trauma
How long has it been since you felt this peaceful?
ONLINE COUNSELLING FOR
Anxiety, Depression, Trauma
Emotional Health with a Professional Therapist
I'm a professional member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association.
I hold a BA in psychology, an MD, and I completed a Postgraduate Programme in Psychiatry. I practiced as a psychiatrist from 1992 until 2016, after which I transitioned to my current role as an Online Counsellor.
Your first full 60-90 minute session is free.
Then, each subsequent session costs $60.
Mike Porter
Therapy as close as your mobile device
Kind Words
"He's a mild mannered, soft spoken professional I respect. He has been my rock. I have nothing but admiration for him. He was always there to help me maintain my mental health."
Jean P.
"I think he is fabulous. His down to earth style is warm and reassuring." J.M.
"I learned much more about myself." Police Officer
"I am very fortunate to have him in my corner."
Medical Student 20
"A considerate professional who helped me immensely."
MD
"He saved my life."
A Teacher.
"I have a family, a job and a future because of him."
Single mother of two.
Maybe I can help.
FAQ
When?
At a time during the day and evening, that is convenient for you, weekdays and weekends.
How do I pay for the session?
By e-transfer after the session.
Can I email you between sessions?
Yes, and the exchanges are free.
Is a referral needed?
No, sessions are by self-referral.
Are all sessions online?
Yes.
What type of therapy do you do?
I'm trained and have years of practice with most forms of therapy. I use "Integrative Therapy," where the best aspects of the most appropriate types are used at the right time.
Do you meet with everyone?
Yes. Then during our first free session you can decide if you wish to continue. If you do there is no requirement to purchase blocks of sessions. We simply proceed one step at a time.
How long is each session?
Between sixty and ninety minutes for $60.
289 990 8767
OK. I'm a Little Nosey
I began my pursuit of higher education by failing grade nine. Somebody had to do it. There weren't that many volunteers.
To play football, we weren't allowed to fail grades. I found that easier to do during my second pass through grade nine since I took the same classes. They were vaguely familiar to me.
One day in the school library, while I was locked away pursuing a paper due the next day, he wandered by and said, "Have you noticed that when you finish three hours of studying, you have the same sense of satisfaction as you do after a good practice?"
My casual nature was interested in getting the same dopamine (reward) from studying as I could from vigorously working out.
After high school, I worked as the Young Adult Director for a YMCA.
Then, I worked in a group home, which led me to run several rock concerts to raise enough money to buy a farm, pay for staff and open my own group home for boys from training school. I did this for several years, and as I became more interested in what was going on in people's minds, I decided to try and become a psychiatrist.
I received my B.A. in Psychology from McMaster University and then went to medical school there.
During an Intern Year in Family Medicine, I got to work in the ER, the OR, deliver babies and provide family medical care.
I studied psychiatry (guess where) at McMaster and graduated with a Fellowship in the Division of Medicine from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada as a Psychiatrist. I practiced from 1992 until 2016. I've always used 'Integrative Therapy,' where the best aspects of theories and techniques are introduced to individuals at the right times.
After a heart attack, I transitioned careers out of the practice of medicine and was recognized as a Professional Member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association where I began a new career as an Online Counsellor.
Working counselling is an expression of joy. I know happiness may not be a thing you're experiencing right now, but that doesn't mean it's been permanently buried.
If it seems reasonable to you, I'd be happy to help.
