DIANE WARLING

DR. DIANE WARLING, PH.D., C.PSYCH.

Dr. Diane Warling received her Ph.D. in 2001 in Psychology from the University of Toronto. She is a registered Clinical Psychologist with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. Over the years, Dr. Warling has worked in a number of settings, including psychiatric hospitals (such as CAMH and Ontario Shores), community mental health agencies (such as Child and Adolescent Services in Hamilton, and Kinark Child and Family Services), as well as private practice. Dr. Warling has worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families with a variety of presenting problems, including: mood and anxiety disorders; anger and aggression difficulties; trouble with the law; substance use difficulties; trauma; grief and loss; attachment related issues; self-harm and suicidal behaviour; relationship difficulties; as well as family-related concerns (such as parenting issues). She has taught graduate-level courses (at the University of Toronto), as well as provided supervision to multiple psychology graduate students and psychologists in supervised practice. Moreover, Dr. Warling has provided training to diverse professionals in a range of topics (e.g., trauma and fire involvement)  and various therapeutic approaches (e.g., Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing). Dr. Warling's approach to treatment is to 'meet the client where they are at' and integrate techniques from CBT, DBT, behavioural strategies, solution-focused and psychodynamic approaches. Dr. Warling is grateful for her clients who instil trust in her to help them with some of their most difficult life challenges. It is a privilege and honour to support them.