Dr. Colin Comfort
Psychologist | Cordova Bay
Areas of Expertise: Chronic Pain, Sleep Issues, Anxiety, Depression, Pain Reprocessing Therapy, Life Transitions, Stress Management, Trauma
I am continually inspired by the people I work with—individuals from a wide array of backgrounds and walks of life, each carrying a unique and compelling story, often shaped by honesty, vulnerability, and a deep desire for change. I approach each person’s experience with respect and openness, recognizing the courage it takes to show up and speak about what truly matters.
At the heart of my work is a deep compassion for connecting with people in an authentic and meaningful way. I strive to bring warmth, genuineness, and presence into each therapeutic relationship, creating a space where clients feel safe to explore challenges, strengths, and possibilities for growth. Grounded in science-based, evidence-informed interventions within the cognitive-behavioural therapy umbrella, we strive to alleviate suffering, improve day-to-day functioning, and enhance overall quality of life. Together, we work collaboratively to foster new skills, resilience, and lasting change.
With over 20 years of experience supporting adults with a wide range of challenges, I started at Tall Tree Health in 2022 and have valued the opportunity to work alongside a team of skilled and vibrant healthcare professionals. Prior to arriving in Victoria, I had the privilege of working as a clinical psychologist at Kelowna General Hospital and the Mental Health and Substance Use unit from 2005 to 2022, providing assessment as well as individual and group treatment. While at Kelowna General Hospital, I also served as clinical instructor for the UBC Southern Medical Program and an adjunct professor in the Clinical Psychology program at UBC Okanagan. I enjoyed teaching but also learning from medical students and graduate psychology students. In addition to my other roles, I provided psychological support for workers recovering from workplace injuries in the Occupation Rehabilitation Program at the hospital. I have an abiding interest in helping people recover to thrive in their workplace.
Away from the clinic, I can often be found on a court with racquet in hand, tramping on paths of breathtaking beauty, puttering around the yard getting my hands dirty, or simply enjoying time with people I cherish.
And, in answer to an often-asked question: Nope, I didn’t change my name as a slick marketing strategy! Same name on my birth certificate.
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Physical Health Issues: together, we support you to foster coping skills as you face challenges in your physical health.
Persistent Pain: when pain continues beyond it's usefulness, we seek to calm the nervous system and approach pain from a new angle using Pain Reprocessing Therapy.
Sleep Problems: using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia methods, we seek to improve sleep quality and get you back to sleeping better.
Life Transitions: we work together to develop coping skills when life gets messy with relationship issues, loss and grief, work-related challenges, etc.
Anxiety: when you're feeling on edge, wound up, wracked with worry or panic, it can help to have someone alongside as you face the anxiety monster - and typically conclude that the monster has no teeth.
Depression: change is hard at the best of times; but when life feels overwhelming and dark, and motivation is a distant memory, change can seem impossible. We typically start small and go for the changes in behaviour and thinking that matter most or make most sense to you.
Stress and Worry: we work together to reduce stress and worry by identifying unhelpful thought patterns and replacing them with more balanced, realistic perspectives. We also help you build practical coping skills so you can respond to stressors with greater calm, clarity, and control.
Trauma: using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for trauma, we process distressing experiences by gently examining how trauma has shaped your thoughts, emotions, and reactions. We support recovery by reducing trauma-driven patterns, strengthening coping skills, and restoring a sense of safety and control.
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PhD in Applied Psychology at the University of Calgary
MA in School Psychology at University of British Columbia
Undergraduate degrees in Religious Education, Psychology, and Education
Licensed Psychologist in BC #1016763
Teacher Certification in Saskatchewan
Member of BC Psychological Association
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Call: (250) 658 9222
Email: cordovabay@talltreehealth.ca
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