SERVICES

Dr. Bovell provides individual therapy for adults.  Dr. Bovell received a B.Sc. in Psychology from the University of Toronto in 2001.  She then moved to Regina, Saskatchewan to complete an M.A. in Clinical Psychology in 2005 and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology in 2012.  She also gained valuable experience from a Pre-Doctoral Internship at the University of Manitoba.  Dr. Bovell is a Psychologist registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. She works as a Registered Psychologist in private practice at Markham Psychologists.

APPROACH

Dr. Bovell has training and experience with Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy (Rogerian Therapy), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (Mindfulness Therapy). She tailors treatment to the individual needs and abilities of clients and works with clients as a ‘co-investigator’ to examine life problems and find attainable goals and solutions. Dr. Bovell uses effective treatments that are supported by scientific research evidence.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Dr. Bovell has experience using Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy to treat depression, stress and generalized anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), health anxiety, panic attacks and panic disorder, and adjustment difficulties. She incorporates cultural sensitivity into her practice. Dr. Bovell also has experience with clinical interviewing, adult diagnosis, and intellectual assessments.

As part of her graduate training, Dr. Bovell has worked with adult clients in mental health clinics and hospitals, university students, veterans, new and expecting mothers, rehabilitation clients, and individuals in the criminal justice system.

ABOUT

Dr. Bovell grew up in Scarborough Ontario and continues to reside there. She has interests in physical fitness, health, green living, Do-It-Yourself (DIY) projects, spending time with friends, reading, journaling, and watching films.

CONTACT INFORMATION AND AVAILABILITY

Dr. Bovell is available for Monday, Wednesday and Saturday appointments. For more information or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Bovell, please call (905) 472-9658, ext. 208.