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What I Do and Why It Works

People don’t change through wishful thinking—they change through evidence-based strategies, psychological insight, and deliberate practice. That’s where I come in.

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I bring decades of clinical experience, research, and teaching to help people:​​

  • Understand their thought patterns and behaviors—why they do what they do

  • Build resilience and psychological flexibility (adapt instead of getting stuck)

  • Align their values, mental health, and career goals in a way that actually makes sense

 

My approach is science-driven, not based on trends or self-help fads. I hold a Ph.D. in Social-Personality Psychology (York University), an MSW in Clinical Social Work (Wilfrid Laurier), and an MA in Community Psychology (University of Toronto). Since 1996, I’ve also practiced Zen Buddhism and hold certification in Zen Shiatsu, integrating Eastern mind-body principles where they’re actually useful.

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At its core, my work is about applying what works and moving forward. No fluff, no gimmicks—just real tools for real change.

Meagan Yarmey PhD

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My Expertise​

 

Psychological well-being doesn’t happen by accident—it’s built through knowledge, skill, and practice. My work spans clinical practice, leadership, research, and teaching, ensuring mental health interventions aren’t just theoretically sound but practically effective.

 

Clinical Practice​

  • 12+ years providing individual and group therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, imposter syndrome, and career transitions

  • Worked with executives, healthcare professionals, and high-achieving individuals facing burnout and decision fatigue

  • Designed and led workshops on resilience, perfectionism, self-doubt, and leadership psychology

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University Teaching & Mentorship

  • 20+ psychology courses taught at the undergraduate and graduate level, including:

    • Communication & Counseling Skills

    • Introduction to Psychology

    • Community Mental Health

    • Adolescent Development

    • Advanced Topics in Psychology

  • Clinical supervisor for emerging therapists, ensuring competence, ethical judgment, and confidence in practice

  • Corporate mental health training on team dynamics, leadership, and workplace resilience

 

Leadership in Mental Health​

  • Former Director of Wellbeing at a private school, leading equity-informed mental health initiatives

  • Provided clinical supervision for therapists and interdisciplinary teams to ensure research-backed, ethical practice

  • Developed mental health literacy programs, crisis intervention strategies, and stress management policies

 

Research & Consulting

  • Consultant & researcher for the Department of National Defense, studying resilience under high-pressure conditions

  • Developed mental health strategies for professionals in medicine, law, finance, and corporate leadership

  • Conducted research on stress, burnout, and behavioral change, applying findings to real-world interventions

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Why Work With Me?

 

Because real change isn’t about endlessly analyzing the past or waiting for confidence to strike—it’s about applying proven strategies to shift thought patterns, behaviors, and emotional responses.

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  • I combine the best of Western psychology (CBT, ACT, DBT) with Eastern mindfulness—not as a gimmick, but as a science-backed approach to emotional regulation

  • My background in social psychology and research means I don’t just help individuals—I understand how systems, relationships, and environments shape mental health.

  • I specialize in helping high achievers, leaders, and professionals break patterns of stress, self-doubt, and imposter syndrome—so they can perform at their best without burnout

 

The goal? Not just symptom relief, but lasting, measurable transformation. If you’re ready for that, let’s talk. Click here to book a free consultation. I'd love to hear from you!

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