ABOUT TOM     

 

Registered Social Worker - British Columbia College of Social Workers 

 

Registered Clinical Counselor - British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors

 

Member - BC Association of Social Workers

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Certified Sex Therapist - University of Minnesota - Program in Human Sexuality 

 

Tom has been a therapist for over 40 years and has experience working with clients facing a wide range of concerns. Tom has worked extensively with issues related to sexuality, relationship conflict (and growth), as well as dispute resolution. Tom focuses on applying interest-based principles to working with couples and families in dispute. He is particularly effective in helping clients manage the strong emotions that can play a significant role in achieving a constructive outcome. Tom also applies mindfulness approaches to helping clients deal with anxiety and depression.  

Tom Foster has a BA from the University of Alberta, and a Masters in Social Work from the University of Toronto.

Tom successfully completed the counsellor training program at the Institute for Substance Abuse Studies in San Diego California. He is a Certified Sex Therapist through the University of Minnesota Medical School, Program in Human Sexuality and is a Crisis Management Consultant, and Debriefer.

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