Sam Burstein, Ph.D.
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Burstein’s style is interactive, warm, collaborative, and respectful. He establishes a non-judgmental and supportive environment in which the client can present their concerns. He then takes an integrative approach to the psychotherapy plan developed in response to the presenting problems. This involves the view that there is no single treatment protocol, which can treat every client in all situations.
Integrative clinicians combine various therapeutic techniques to tailor treatment to an individual’s needs and goals. By thoughtfully combining therapeutic elements from different schools of theory and research ( e.g. Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, psychodynamic approaches, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, etc.), integrative psychotherapy provides a flexible and holistic approach to treatment. The flexibility of integrative therapy allows for therapy to evolve over time to address the client’s therapy progress, goals, and life changes or events.
Academic Background
Dr. Burstein completed his undergraduate studies in psychology at McGill University. He then went on to complete his M.A. and his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at the CPA/APA approved programme of the University of Waterloo. Over the years, Dr. Burstein has continued to develop his knowledge base and skills by his participation in training programmes and workshops focused on various clinical areas, e.g. anxiety, depression, suicidality, family functioning. In addition, he engages in ongoing collaboration with colleagues to maintain and enhance his breadth of knowledge.
Expertise
Dr. Burstein provides psychological services to individuals concerned with:
- Generalized anxiety
- Social Anxiety
- Panic
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
- Depression
- Burnout
- Eating Disorders
- Interpersonal relationships
- Anger Management
- Adjustment-related stress
- Life stage challenges
Experience
Dr. Burstein’s clinical experiences are broad and varied, reflecting his years as a psychologist. He has practiced as a psychologist within hospital settings. His roles included the provision of psychotherapy services to a broad base of patients. As well, he has held the position of Director of Clinical Training at a Department of Psychology within the McGill University Health Complex. Dr. Burstein has taught psychology courses at both McGill and Concordia University. He has spent many years training and supervising young clinicians at the outset of their careers. Dr. Burstein has also welcomed the opportunity to conduct a private practice and offer services to individuals within a confidential setting.
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(514) 702-5683
Dr. Sam Burstein, Clinical Psychologist 