Ms. Payton Temprile is a student in the Master of Clinical Psychology program and is working toward registration with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario (CPBAO). Payton holds an Honours Bachelor of Health Sciences from Wilfrid Laurier University and brings experience from both research and applied mental health settings. She is currently completing her clinical training and gaining experience in assessment and therapeutic work with children, adolescents, and adults. Payton has experience supporting individuals presenting with anxiety, low self-esteem, social-emotional difficulties, interpersonal conflict, and trauma-related concerns.
Payton takes an integrative and primarily psychodynamic approach to treatment, with a strong emphasis on understanding the many interconnected aspects of a client’s life. Payton approaches therapy with authenticity, warmth, and a commitment to collaborative care. She incorporates elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to tailor treatment to each individual’s needs. She is deeply committed to ongoing learning and professional development, continually refining her clinical skills in psychological assessment, diagnosis, and treatment in order to provide thoughtful, compassionate, and effective care.