Dr. Butler provides evidence-based therapy treatment to adults and adolescents looking for help with anxiety, mood, and emotion regulation difficulties.
Specialist in Anxiety, Depression, and Emotion Regulation
Dr. Sean Butler is a Licensed Psychologist at the North Shore Stress and Anxiety Clinic. He has extensive experience in assessing and treating adults and adolescents facing a variety of mental health challenges, including depression, generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), emotion regulation difficulties, and grief and loss. Dr. Butler also has expertise in working with individuals on concerns related to eating disorders, substance use, and nonsuicidal self-injury.
Individualized and Evidence-Based Treatment
Dr. Butler takes an individualized and collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring his evidence-based methods to meet each client’s unique needs. He draws on his training in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) to help clients understand their life history, current concerns, strengths, and goals. His approach ensures clients receive therapies that are well-matched to their challenges and backed by rigorous scientific research.
Educational Background and Clinical Training
Dr. Butler earned his Ph.D. from Simon Fraser University’s Clinical Psychology Program, where he conducted and published research on suicide, nonsuicidal self-injury, impulsivity, and borderline personality disorder. He completed his Canadian Psychological Association-accredited predoctoral residency with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH).His clinical training includes:
- Red Fish Healing Centre for Mental Health and Addiction: Treating clients with complex substance use and mental health challenges.
- Provincial Adult Tertiary Specialized Eating Disorder Program: Providing residential and day-treatment services for clients with eating disorders.
- BC Psychosis Program: Supporting individuals with psychotic disorders in an inpatient setting.
- Kelty’s Key Online Therapy Service: Offering treatment for depression, anxiety, and chronic pain through an online platform. Dr. Butler has also delivered DBT treatment in private practice and contributed to government-funded DBT treatment research.
Research and Professional Contributions
Dr. Butler has published peer-reviewed articles in areas such as suicide, self-injury, impulsivity, and borderline personality disorder. His academic and clinical expertise allows him to integrate research knowledge into his practice.
Personal Interests
When not working, Dr. Butler enjoys spending time with his wife and daughters, drinking a good cup of coffee, playing board games, and cooking. His balanced approach to life complements his compassionate and professional dedication to his clients. Dr. Butler’s combination of expertise, empathy, and evidence-based care makes him a trusted psychologist for clients seeking meaningful and lasting change.
