Charles Polat

Port Coquitlam

Mar 31

Registered Clinical Counsellor | Port Coquitlam

Areas of Expertise: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Crisis Intervention, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Sport Psychology, Life Transitions

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor dedicated to fostering holistic, person-centred growth through evidence-based practice. My work is grounded in the belief that trauma-informed, community-focused care can empower individuals to create meaningful and lasting change.

I am particularly passionate about multidisciplinary care and integrating psychological research into practical, goal-oriented therapy. My approach emphasizes empathy, clear communication, and collaboration, using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) alongside established well-being frameworks to support clients with complex psychological needs.

Outside of my clinical work, I enjoy exploring sports psychology and the science of well-being, reflecting my interest in the connection between mental and physical health.

I strive to create a supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and equipped with the tools to achieve long-term stability and growth.

- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT): Utilizing evidence-based frameworks to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns.
- Crisis Intervention: Providing immediate, short-term support to assist individuals experiencing emotional, mental, or physical distress.
- Trauma-Informed Practice: Approaching care with an understanding of the impact of trauma on a person's physical and mental health.
- Anxiety & Depression Management: Delivering goal-oriented therapy to address a broad spectrum of psychological needs and mood disorders.
- Existential Well-being: Incorporating person-centered experiential approaches to help clients find meaning and stability.
- Sports Psychology: Applying psychological principles to enhance performance and well-being in athletic and high-pressure contexts.
- University of Social Sciences Humanities Warsaw, Masters in Clinical Psychology
- Certifications:
- Sports Psychology — FC Porto Football Science Institute
- Psychological First Aid — Johns Hopkins University
- Existential Well-being Counseling: A Person-centered Experiential Approach — KU Leuven
- The Science of Well-Being — Yale University