Dr. Kristin Buhr offers expert, evidence-based care for anxiety and mood challenges in adolescents and adults. Her approach is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and proven psychological strategies.
Specialization in Anxiety and Mood Disorders
Dr. Buhr is a Licensed Psychologist and Director of the North Shore Stress and Anxiety Clinic, where she provides specialized care for adolescents and adults who are experiencing anxiety and mood difficulties. Her clinical expertise spans a wide range of conditions, including generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), social anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, specific phobias, health anxiety, insomnia, low self-esteem, stress-related concerns, and depression.
Dr. Buhr is certified in CBT by the Canadian Association of Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies (CACBT-ACTCC) and is a registered provider for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) and Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC).
Personalized Therapy Approach
Dr. Buhr works collaboratively with clients to understand their unique experiences and develop personalized treatment plans that fit their goals. She primarily uses Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), a well-established approach for treating anxiety and mood disorders. She also integrates strategies from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT).
Consultation and Resource Development
As a Consultant for Anxiety Canada, Dr. Buhr has developed several self-help resources, including the My Anxiety Plan (MAP) course. She was the lead content developer for the award-winning MindShift CBT App, a widely used tool for managing anxiety. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Buhr regularly gives educational talks and workshops to youth, parents, educators, and mental health professionals.
Research and Publications
Dr. Buhr has an extensive research background, with a focus on generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) and social anxiety disorder. She has presented her work at national and international conferences and contributed to the development of treatment protocols for social anxiety. She is also the co-author of The Worry Workbook: CBT Skills to Overcome Worry and Anxiety by Facing the Fear of Uncertainty.
Educational Background and Clinical Training
Dr. Buhr earned her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Concordia University in Montreal. She completed an APA-accredited pre-doctoral internship with Vancouver Coastal Health, where she focused on anxiety treatment and community-based mental health programs. Her residency included training in emergency inpatient psychiatry, personality disorders, specialized anxiety clinics, and child and family psychiatry.
Personal Interests
Dr. Buhr loves spending time outdoors, whether hiking through the forest or snowshoeing on the mountains. She finds balance through yoga and cherishes time with family and friends. Passionate about travel and new experiences, she embraces valued living and strives to stay connected to what matters most.
With her experience, research-informed practice, and compassionate approach, Dr. Buhr is recognized as an expert in the treatment of anxiety and mood disorders.
