Your Co-Facilitators
Dr. Jen Upshaw has been providing psychotherapy for over 10 years as a Registered Clinical Psychologist (R.Psych, CPBC #2831), Ph.D. student in the Clinical Psychology program at the University of British Columbia Okanagan, and doctoral resident with the Edmonton Consortium Clinical Psychology Residency Program. With training in both neuropsychology and generalist therapy, Jen tends to approach treatment quite holistically, honouring the contributions of both the "head" and the "heart" in the pursuit of wellbeing. Her strong background in CBT, ACT, and biopsychosocial case conceptualization provide a solid foundation for evidence-based practice, while her more humanistic, strengths-based, and emotion-focused style soften the edges. Expect frequent geeking out over neat brain facts, a lot of home-baked goods to fuel supervision meetings, and some salty language!
Jen has a breadth of experience as a clinical supervisor and has provided supervision to both practicing mental health professionals and graduate students in BC and Alberta. Jen engages in ongoing training in Clinical Supervision, including completion of CPA Accredited Clinical Supervision coursework centering on multiculturalism and diversity in clinical supervision. She has also completed training through the College of Psychologists of BC with Dr. Carol Falender, a leading professional in clinical supervision, competency-based supervision models, consultation, multiculturalism, and ethics in the supervisory relationship.
Bree Cocquyt, Registered Clinical Counsellor (BCACC #21285), is a masters-level clinician with extensive trauma training and experience. Bree has worked within the mental health field for over 10 years, primarily with populations with complex mental health, substance use, and developmental trauma. Bree has a relational approach to practice rooted in attachment theory, parts work, person-centered therapy, and somatic work. Her extensive community-based experience means that she is unafraid to approach some of this work’s most complex problems with clients and other clinicians: complex trauma, suicidal ideation, duty to report, and burnout. Her greatest teachers have been collaboration with other professionals, and of course clients, in this deeply humbling profession. Trauma-informed, affirming, and a self-described pro at the behind-the-scenes administrative work, Bree is well armed to support you through what can be the isolating experience of being a private practice clinician.