He is a dynamic speaker and presenter in large and small groups. His presentation skills foster interactive child and youth workshops to education and training events using an adult learning model to achieve the best outcomes. Shawn has had the pleasure of traveling throughout the Atlantic Provinces to provide professional development in a variety of settings and topics.
Shawn practices in a non-judgmental way, fostering a safe and secure environment for others to explore goals and self-advocacy. Through supportive, educational interventions, Shawn works with clients to reach self-identified goals and positive outcomes.
Shawn is also turning his attention to various research opportunities and plans to begin work in the field of video gaming addiction, an area he has studied and supported others in for many years
Patrick spent thirteen years working clinically in the Mental Health & Addictions Program, NSHA, where he grew his skills in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Structured Relapse Prevention, and Brief Therapy. During this time, he became proficient in working with those struggling with mental health and addictions. Additionally, he helped to establish and implement services for those struggling with their loved ones’ addiction.
Patrick has completed his externship in emotionally focused therapy (EFT). EFT for couples and families is a short-term therapy focused on the adult relationship and attachment to each other. He looks forward to continuing his goal in 2019-20 to become one of the few certified EFT clinicians in Nova Scotia.
Volunteerism is important to Patrick. He has been an active member in numerous LGBT* community organizations, including the Youth Project and the AIDS Coalition of Nova Scotia. Patrick is also an active member of MADD Canada.
Through these experiences, Patrick has developed the skills necessary to effectively help those questioning or curious about their sexual orientation and/or gender identity. Furthermore, he is also trained to conduct transgender hormone assessments in a safe and supportive environment.
Patrick is grateful to be able to work collaboratively with others to reach their goals.
