Yuval Alter

Yuval Alter Completed his B.A. in Psychology at Reichman University in 2020. He conducted
research on the cognitive impacts of aging in relation to spatial awareness and response rates. Mr. Alter
is currently in his fourth year in the Clinical Psychology doctoral program at Adler University.
His current thesis examines the relationship between time spent playing different types of video
games and an individual’s quality of relationships.
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Mr. Alter has practical experience in assessment and treatment, working with youth, young
adults, and older adults, in college clinics, outreach programs in hospitals, middle schools, high
schools, and community centers. He has completed a 1-year assessment practicum at Adler
Community Health Services (ACHS) and its associated sites, and a 1-year therapy practicum at
the Chilliwack Youth Health Center (CYHC). Mr. Alter has experience working with
adolescents (ages 12-18), young adults (18-26), and older adults (over 26) experiencing a wide
range of mental health difficulties, including generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic disorder,
ADHD, depression, trauma responses, and suicidality, as well as severe struggles with daily
living, meeting personal goals, and communicating effectively with others. Yuval believes in a
collaborative, encouraging, and hope building approach, that meets the client where they are at.
Mr. Alter uses evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT),
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Non-Violent Communication (NVC) skills, and
mindfulness based techniques. Mr. Alter emphasizes the importance of working together to
create goals that are aspirational, but also realistic, to build a foundation of hope and mastery.

To book with Mr. Alter please email: [email protected] or call (778) 709-3172