Dr Susan Tavakol

Dr. Susan Tavakol is an accomplished clinical counsellor and psychiatrist with over three decades of experience in mental health care, both in private practice and hospital environments.

She specializes in treating a wide range of psychological conditions including depression,anxiety disorders (PTSD, OCD, panic disorder, phobias), personality disorders, bipolar disorder,and psychosis. With advanced training in evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), insight-oriented psychotherapy, and trauma-focused approaches, Dr. Tavakol delivers individualized and culturally sensitive care in both English and Farsi.

Her career spans international boundaries, including leadership as a psychiatrist in Tehran and as a clinical counsellor across Greater Vancouver. She provides flexible support through in-person and virtual sessions.
Recognized for her excellence and dedication, Dr. Tavakol was twice awarded the Most Professional Physician honor by the NIOC General Hospital and ranked first in Iran's prestigious National Psychiatry Specialization Board Exam in 1996.

She is a Master Practitioner in Clinical Counselling (MPCC) and a Registered Professional Counsellor (RPC) and has also served as an assistant professor in medical education.With a lifelong passion for mental health advocacy and healing, Dr. Tavakol continues to help individuals.