Joanna McBride, M.A., C.Psych.
Clinical Psychologist
Professional Summary
Joanna has extensive training and practice in treating anxiety disorders, and obsessive-compulsive and related disorders. Early in her career she recognized a shortage of evidence-based clinicians working in these areas and developed a passion for ensuring clients receive appropriate care. After 20+ years working in the field of cognitive-behaviour therapy (CBT), she continues to find immense value in watching her clients learn to overcome their challenges and to thrive. In addition to her clinical work, she is the founder and director of Archways Centre for CBT.
Professional Specialties
- Anxiety
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Hair Pulling (Trichotillomania)
- Skin Picking (Excoriation)
- Body Focused Repetitive Behaviours (BFRBs)
- Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)
- Hoarding
Professional Memberships
- Canadian Association for Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies (founding member)
- International OCD Foundation
- Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Therapies
- Academy of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies
- The TLC Foundation for BFRBs
- Body Dysmorphic Disorder Foundation
- Ontario Association for Mental Health Professionals
Professional Credentials
- Registered Psychologist – College of Psychologists of Ontario
- Certified as a Cognitive-Behavioural Therapist – Canadian Association of Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies
- Diplomate, Certified in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy – Academy of Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies
Education
- Master of Counselling Psychology (M.A.) – Adler University (Chicago/Toronto)
- Bachelor of Science of Psychology (B.Sc. Hons) – University of Sunderland (UK) and George Mason University (USA)