Hi, I’m
Dr. Vuyo Mpumlwana
Toronto,ON
Summary
Experienced clinical psychologist with over 40 years of dedicated practice. Demonstrates commitment to personalized patient care and delivers solutions-oriented diagnoses. Proficient in active listening techniques and meticulous treatment documentation. Proven track record of success in fostering positive therapeutic relationships and achieving optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
39
years of professional experience
1
Certificate
Work History
McDowall Health
Consulting Clinical Psychologist
01.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Supervised masters level psychotherapist interns
- Supervised masters PhD Psychologist interns
- Interviewed & observed patients to gain necessary information for psychological diagnosis.
Bridge To Restoration LTD.
Clinical Director
01.2014 - Current
Job overview
- Hands-on clinical work
- Clientele: Child, Adolescent, Families, Couples and Adult population.
- Evaluated patients' goals, as well as mental and practical conditions, to develop individualized courses of treatment.
- Interacted with clients to assist in gaining insight, defining goals, and planning action to achieve effective personal development and adjustment.
- Interviewed, observed, and surveyed patients to gain necessary information for psychological diagnosis.
- Trained future psychologists on best practices, counseling techniques, assessment and consultation.
Dalton Associates
Supervising Psychologist
11.2013 - Current
Job overview
- Interviewed, observed, and surveyed patients to gain necessary information for psychological diagnosis.
- Managed caseload of individual clients, couples, and family therapy sessions.
- Developed customized treatment plans for clients, addressing their unique psychological needs and goals.
- Contributed to team development by providing clinical supervision to junior psychologists or interns seeking licensure.
- Trained future psychologists on best practices, counseling techniques, assessment and consultation.
Apex Health Network
Consulting Clinical Psychologist
01.2017 - 01.2021
Job overview
- Conducted comprehensive trauma based psychological assessments for MVA survivors incorporating cognitive-behavioral, client-centered and play-therapy to treat wide range of psychological problems in patients.
- Scheduled, organized and delivered comprehensive presentations on effective treatment of depression, anxiety, anger and cognitive-behavioral skills to manage negative emotions.
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans for clients, resulting in improved mental health and wellbeing.
Peel District School Board
Consulting Psychologist
09.2013 - 08.2014
Job overview
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Conducted functional behavioral assessments to identify underlying causes of challenging behaviors and create effective behavior intervention plans accordingly.
- Conducted group and individual counseling sessions for key issues.
- Assisted in crisis response efforts, ensuring timely interventions for at-risk students while maintaining a safe learning environment.
Dufferin-Peel Catholic School Board
Full Time Chief Psychologist
09.2012 - 08.2013
Job overview
- Administration Responsibilities; Hands-on clinical work.
Peel Region School Board
Full Time Psycho-Educational Consultant
03.2010 - 06.2011
Job overview
- Servicing Peel Region Schools
- Psycho-educational Assessments, Consultation with teachers and parents.
Scarborough Academic Family Health Team
Full Time Psychologist
05.2009 - 02.2010
Job overview
- Clinical Psychological Services for Child, Adolescent, Families, Couples & Adults population.
Nelson Mandela Academic Hospital
Full Time Senior Manager For Psychological Services
01.2007 - 01.2008
Job overview
- Management responsibilities and hands-on clinical work-load
- – Crisis intervention clinic for rape survivors and other traumas (all ages); general psychological services for in-patient and out-patient.
Dr. Vuyo Mpumlwana & Associates
Private Practice
01.2005 - 01.2008
Job overview
- Child, Adolescents, Adult & Family Service – Clinical; Neuro-Psych.(MVA) (Medico-Legal Examination); Psycho-Educational Consultant to private and public schools; Gambling & Alcohol Addiction Counseling.
- Developed customized treatment plans for clients, addressing their unique psychological needs and goals.
- Managed caseload of individual clients, couples, and family therapy sessions.
- Trained future psychologists on best practices, counseling techniques, assessment and consultation.
- Contributed to team development by providing clinical supervision to junior psychologists or interns seeking licensure.
School For International Training- SIT Study Abroad South Africa
Visiting Lecturer & Theses Supervisor
01.2004 - 01.2005
Job overview
- Teaching on prescribed topics relevant to the program
- HIV/AIDS research Supervision of American visiting college students.
Ian Meyer & Associates
Full Time- Group Private Practice
01.2003 - 01.2004
Job overview
- Child, Adolescents, Families & Adult Service – Clinical; Neuro-Psych
- (Medico-Legal Consult).
MEDUNSA
Acting Head of Department of Clinical Psychology
01.1998 - 01.1999
Job overview
- Oversaw inventory management processes, maintaining optimal stock levels while minimizing waste and losses due to shrinkage or obsolescence.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure seamless coordination in achieving company-wide objectives.
- Improved customer satisfaction rates through attentive service, prompt issue resolution, and continuous process improvements.
- Maintained a professional work environment by addressing conflicts proactively and fostering open communication among staff members.
MEDUNSA
Principal Clinical Psychologist
01.1997 - 01.1998
Job overview
- Administration Responsibilities, Professor Training Master Clinical Psych
- Students, Supervising Masters students' theses.
Thames Valley Children Center
Manager of Psychological Services
01.1991 - 01.1995
Job overview
- Overseeing the smooth running of the Department; Supervising Psychologists with Masters Degree; Direct clinical work with clients.
Children's Hospital of Western Ontario
Pre-Doctoral Internship
09.1990 - 08.1991
Job overview
- Working with children and their families.
Kitchener-Waterloo Hospital
Pre-Doctoral Internship
09.1989 - 08.1990
Job overview
- Working mainly with adolescents, adults And seniors.
University of Manitoba
Assistant Lecturer
01.1986 - 01.1989
Job overview
- Teaching Undergraduates.
Child Guidance Clinic
Part-time Psycho-Educational Consultant
01.1986 - 01.1989
Job overview
- Providing psychological services to 8 different schools in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Education
University of ManitobaWinnipeg, Canada
Ph.D. from Clinical Psychology
1991
Children's Hospital of Western OntarioLondon, Canada
Internship from Psychology
1991
Kitchener-Waterloo HospitalKitchener-Waterloo, Canada
Internship from Psychology
1990
University of ManitobaWinnipeg, Canada
Master of Arts from Clinical Psychology
1986
Skills
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Solution Focused Brief Therapy
- Systems Family Therapy
- Developmental Model of Couples Therapy: Integrating Attachment, Differentiation, and Neuroscience;Emotion Focused Therapy for Couples
- Group therapy: educational and therapeutic groups for adolescents and adults
- Dealing with child, adolescents and adults diagnosed with PTSD
Affiliations
- McDowall Psychology
- Dalton Associates
- Q-Medical
- Workplace Safety & Insurance Board
- Pain Rehabilitation Clinic
Certification
- Psychology, College of Ontario - #2548
- Neuro-Psychological Diagnostic Assessment Training for Children and Adolescents, Regional Children's Centre - 1993
- Child Neuro- Psychological assessments and related psychological intervention, - 2008
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Xhosa
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Zulu
Advanced (C1)
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkWork Location
RemoteImportant To Me
Flexible work hoursTimeline
Consulting Clinical Psychologist
McDowall Health
01.2022 - Current
Consulting Clinical Psychologist
Apex Health Network
01.2017 - 01.2021
Clinical Director
Bridge To Restoration LTD.
01.2014 - Current
Supervising Psychologist
Dalton Associates
11.2013 - Current
Consulting Psychologist
Peel District School Board
09.2013 - 08.2014
Full Time Chief Psychologist
Dufferin-Peel Catholic School Board
09.2012 - 08.2013
Full Time Psycho-Educational Consultant
Peel Region School Board
03.2010 - 06.2011
Full Time Psychologist
Scarborough Academic Family Health Team
05.2009 - 02.2010
Full Time Senior Manager For Psychological Services
Nelson Mandela Academic Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2008
Private Practice
Dr. Vuyo Mpumlwana & Associates
01.2005 - 01.2008
Visiting Lecturer & Theses Supervisor
School For International Training- SIT Study Abroad South Africa
01.2004 - 01.2005
Full Time- Group Private Practice
Ian Meyer & Associates
01.2003 - 01.2004
Acting Head of Department of Clinical Psychology
MEDUNSA
01.1998 - 01.1999
Principal Clinical Psychologist
MEDUNSA
01.1997 - 01.1998
Manager of Psychological Services
Thames Valley Children Center
01.1991 - 01.1995
Pre-Doctoral Internship
Children's Hospital of Western Ontario
09.1990 - 08.1991
Pre-Doctoral Internship
Kitchener-Waterloo Hospital
09.1989 - 08.1990
Assistant Lecturer
University of Manitoba
01.1986 - 01.1989
Part-time Psycho-Educational Consultant
Child Guidance Clinic
01.1986 - 01.1989
University of Manitoba
Ph.D. from Clinical Psychology
Children's Hospital of Western Ontario
Internship from Psychology
Kitchener-Waterloo Hospital
Internship from Psychology
University of Manitoba
Master of Arts from Clinical Psychology
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