A psychological assessment can help identify a mental health diagnosis, understand what is contributing to your psychological symptoms and aid with developing an effective treatment plan. A psychological assessment can take several sessions and involves an understanding of your history and experiences, family attachment patterns, personality, recent life experiences, school or work stressors, current difficulties, physical and mental health. A psychological assessment forms part of your initial sessions for psychotherapy. However, psychological assessment can be a standalone service. 

During your first appointment we will collaboratively develop an understanding of your difficulties, discuss your goals for treatment and develop a comprehensive individualized treatment plan. You will have an opportunity to ask any questions about therapy.

Therapy offers space to understand what you are experiencing and work toward goals that matter to you. Support is available for anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma and PTSD, anger, work stress, insomnia, low self-esteem, chronic pain, grief, relationship difficulties, substance use, body image, perfectionism, health anxiety, and bipolar disorder. Sessions are collaborative and tailored to your circumstances and pace.

Treatment may draw from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Psychodynamic Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. CBT for Insomnia (CBT-I) is also available. Trauma-focused approaches include Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Prolonged Exposure (PE). Your individualized treatment plan will reflect your needs, preferences and goals.

Dr. Gravets has a particular interest in trauma-related difficulties among first responders, police, RCMP, serving Canadian Armed Forces members, and veterans. Assessment and treatment are adapted to each person’s experiences and goals. Services include assessment for VAC disability awards and treatment planning. Eligible clients may access care through their health benefits, WSIB for work-related concerns, or applicable military and veteran programs. Please contact the practice to discuss the referral and approval process.

Assessment and treatment are available through the WSIB Mental Health Program of Care for eligible work-related claims. Contact WSIB to obtain a claim number, then contact the practice to arrange an assessment. Treatment is scheduled subject to WSIB approval. Dr. Gravets also works with disability insurers, including Manulife, Sun Life and Canada Life, to support clients in remaining at work or returning to work.