Dr. Hines provides individual psychotherapy to adults who are struggling with emotional, psychological, and interpersonal difficulties. Trained as a clinical psychologist, Dr. Hines can help with a range of psychological disorders (e.g., major depression, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, suicidality and self-harm) well as assist in more moderate problems you may be struggling with.

Dr. Hines uses an integrative approach in individual psychotherapy, drawing from cognitive-behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and affect phobia therapy.

Dr. Hines has specialized training in clinical health psychology, also known as medical psychology. Clinical health psychology is a recognized specialty that provides clinical services to promote health and well-being, and to prevent, treat, and manage illness and disability (APA, 2008).

Examples:

• Helping individuals manage the psychological impacts of illness, including adherence to medication and lifestyle changes

• Using psychological techniques to help individuals manage pain and improve their quality of life

• Addressing the psychological and emotional factors that can exacerbate chronic illness

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a mental health disorder that includes a combination of persistent problems, such as difficulty paying attention, hyperactivity, and impulsive behaviour. Undiagnosed and untreated ADHD in adults can lead to unstable relationships, poor work or school performance, low self-esteem, and other problems.

Treatment for ADHD includes medications, psychotherapy, and treatment for mental health conditions that co-occur along with ADHD.

Many psychiatrists and physicians who prescribe medications for the treatment of ADHD require an assessment and report from a psychologist or other qualified mental health professional prior to initiating medication treatment.

Following the Canadian ADHD Resource Alliance Practice Guidelines, diagnosing ADHD requires a thorough assessment including current and historical (i.e., childhood) ADHD symptoms, a clinical assessment for other current and historical psychiatric conditions, completion of symptom scales, review of childhood school reports and previous cognitive or psychological assessment reports, and the assessment of childhood symptoms via a collateral source (e.g., interview with a caregiver from the individual’s childhood). The psychologist must then interpret and integrate the various sources of information and provide a report detailing the findings. This report can then be used for treatment planning with your therapist, doctor, or psychiatrist.

Adult ADHD assessments typically require 2.5-3 hours meeting with the psychologist, 30 minutes interview with a collateral source, and 2.5-3 hours of administrative work (e.g., preparation, scoring, interpretation, and creation of the report). The fee associated with this service starts at $1750, which can be paid in full at the first meeting, or split across two payments. This fee may be covered by some benefits plans.

Dr. Hines provides consultation services to other health professionals or psychologists requiring assistance in conceptualization or treatment planning.