Tara Chotem, M.A., RCC, CGP - Counsellor and Psychotherapist - West Vancouver

Tara Chotem, M.A., RCC, CGP
Counselling and Psychotherapy
West Vancouver

My office is conveniently located in West Vancouver just off Taylor Way close to the Lions Gate Bridge. Office hours are Monday to Thursday from 9am to 7pm.

I hope you find this website of my services helpful. Please contact me if you have any further questions or would like to set up an appointment - 604-926-7411.

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I have been running groups for over 25 years and am recognized as a Certified Group Psychotherapist by the American Group Psychotherapy Association.

My approach to group therapy is based on the interpersonal theory of Dr. Irvin Yalom. The group provides a unique opportunity to work on interpersonal skills and intimacy, experiment with new behaviour, experience challenges and share successes in a safe environment. Group members transfer the skills they learn in the group to their outside relationships.

The group helps you:

  • learn about yourself and your impact on others
  • learn new interpersonal skills and receive feedback
  • observe and practice assertiveness
  • identify and express emotions
In addition to working on interpersonal skills and intimacy, the group can help people struggling with:
  • anxiety and depression
  • family and work issues
  • self-esteem and assertiveness
Groups are 90 minutes long and are held weekly. These are open-ended groups and new members are added when there are openings. The size of the groups are limited to 9 members.

Before joining a group, an initial screening interview is conducted to see if the group is right for you. There is no charge for this interview.

CURRENTLY SCREENING FOR NEW GROUP

Woman’s Self-Esteem Group – see Flyer

A detailed brochure on how group therapy works can be found at: www.agpa.org/group/consumersguide2000.html