Mark Kerr

Mark Kerr has been teaching in post-secondary for over a decade and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with Distinction from Simon Fraser University and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from the University of British Columbia. He has taught at many different institutions over the years including teaching courses at Kwantlen Polytechnic University, British Columbia Institute of Technology, University of British Columbia, Vancouver Community College, Alexander College, and Stenberg College.

Mark has had a variety of different roles in the field of psychology since starting his journey in 2008. Those roles have included working with non-profit organizations in various roles including the following:

• Crisis Intervention & Suicide Prevention Centre of BC

• SOS Children’s Village BC

• British Columbia Society for Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse

Within his private clinical practice, Mark has worked with diverse populations, but maintains a focus on working with male survivors of sexual abuse, first responders, military veterans, people suffering from chronic illness, and clients dealing with general trauma and trauma-related injuries. His therapeutic approach to working with clients includes somatic, cognitive-behavioural, psychedelic, internal family systems, and other trauma-informed methodologies. Mark also believes firmly in following a strength-based, resilience-based approach to both his clients and students alike. Authenticity and respect are two values that guide and influence his work and life in general.