Dr. Sharon Jeyakumar
About
Dr. Sharon Jeyakumar is a Registered Psychologist in the Province of British Columbia. She holds a Doctorate and Master of Arts in Psychology from the University of Windsor, as well as a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of British Columbia.
With over 25 years of experience in a variety of clinical settings across British Columbia, Ontario, and Michigan, Dr. Jeyakumar brings a rich and diverse clinical background to her practice. She has worked in pain clinics, university counselling centres, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation programs, psychiatric hospitals, outpatient mental health centres, and a tertiary assessment and treatment centre for adults with developmental disabilities.
In addition, Dr. Jeyakumar has provided clinical opinions for complex insurance claims, conducted medical-legal assessments for personal injury cases, and provided expert testimony in court.
Dr. Jeyakumar provides individual psychotherapy to adult clients of all backgrounds, genders, cultures, and abilities, addressing a wide range of presenting concerns. She is skilled in a variety of therapeutic approaches and modalities, tailoring her practice to meet the unique needs of each client.
Beyond her one-on-one clinical work, Dr. Jeyakumar has facilitated psychoeducational groups for individuals with chronic pain and other complex health conditions. She has also co-facilitated support groups for partners, families, and friends of transgender individuals, demonstrating her commitment to supporting diverse communities.