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Jason Scriven
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Jason Scriven is a therapeutic coach who helps clients gain clarity, challenge contradictions, and make meaningful changes in their lives. He believes therapy is a space for honest reflection, where clients can explore their thoughts and behaviors without judgment. Drawing from his corporate background, Jason values authentic connection and shows up as his genuine self to create a trusting, productive dynamic. Clients can expect a direct yet compassionate approach, where they feel heard, supported, and encouraged to navigate life’s pressures. He has a special interest in supporting men’s mental health, helping clients break through societal expectations, and embrace vulnerability as a strength. If you're looking for a space to be heard and grow, Jason welcomes you to reach out.
My experiences and interests give me a unique understanding of…
- Most of my working career has been in business leadership. What I enjoyed most about the various roles I held was the ability to coach - the ability to listen, understand others’ motivations, and inspire (rather than direct) change. Meeting business goals was less fulfilling to me than seeing others think differently about themselves and/or a problem.
- My wife and I separated after 27 years when our daughters were grown and in college, and it was clear that being a constant source of stability for someone else had taken a toll on my own mental health. The process of going through the divorce was painful and helped me realize what a shell of a man I had become — lost somewhere in the shadow of my wife and falling short of who I think my father hoped I’d be. I am grateful that I had many resources, including family support, medication, and therapy to endure and thrive during that time.
- I became aware of so many other men who struggle with mental health and the unique barriers they can face in pursuing help. This was the catalyst for changing careers into counseling.
My cultural or ancestral background is…
- I grew up in Western Canada in a house that valued hard work and restraint. As I reflect back on my upbringing, I realize that while I grew up in a privileged home, it was also one that was not comfortable with instability nor warm expressions of emotion. I was a successful high school and college athlete. My younger identity was shaped by the values modeled by my parents: achievement, restraint, and control.
- In my early twenties, I married a Mexican-American woman and supported her and our young daughters while she obtained her degrees in women’s studies and political science. My wife opened my eyes to the discrimination and injustices of those experienced by others, whether on account of their race, gender, sexual orientation, or abilities.
- I have lived in or visited all 10 Canadian provinces and 37 of the 50 United States, including living and working in California for 18 years.
My work as a therapist is inspired by (not limited to)...
My clients describe me using words like…
- Calm
- Compassionate
- Direct
- Motivating
Expertise
Areas of Focus
Specializations
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Anger Management
Anxiety
Burnout
Career guidance
Co-founder relationships
Workplace stress
College or University Coaching
Effective communication
Family Conflict
Familial and social relationships
Family issues
Imposter syndrome
Infidelity
Masculinity
Men's issues
Motivation
Navigating challenging relationships
Overwhelm
Parental divorce
Performance anxiety
Relationship anxiety
Relationships
Trauma
Vulnerability
Depression
My clients often self-identify as…
- Scared, tired, alone, anxious about your future
- Thinking about or experiencing divorce or separation
- Company founders with no one to talk to
- First responders who experience trauma every day
I’m the right therapist for you if…
- One of my favorite phrases is “No one of us is as smart as all of us” (Ken Blanchard). To me, that means we can do more together than alone.
- In that spirit, I see you as the expert on your life and my role as helping you to identify the patterns, behaviors, and relationships that have shaped your personality. We will learn together as we talk, person-to-person, about the experiences in your life, what you’re challenged with in the moment and where there is disconnect between your values and your behaviours.
Therapeutic Frameworks & Approach
Humanistic Therapy
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Collaborative Therapy
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If we work together you can expect to feel...
- More motivated to overcome the challenges that you are facing.
- I am not someone who tells you what to do, but someone who will help you discover your strengths so that you can make your own choices.
- You will enjoy working with me if you are seeking a calm, safe space to discuss the challenges that you are facing. I approach each new person without judgment or expectations.
Served Populations
LGBTQ2IA+
Seniors (65+)
BIPOC
Adults (18+)
Practice Details
Service Offerings & Rates
Initial Consultation (15 min)
Free
Individual Therapy (60 min)
Sliding scale offered on case by case basis
Couples Therapy (60 min)
Sliding scale offered on case by case basis
During your free consultation, we'll go over...
- What brings you to our session and to see if I am someone you can feel safe talking to every week. Likewise, it is an opportunity for me to understand the issues that you'd like to address and whether I have the training and experience to best help you.
If we work together you can expect me to…
- Review of what’s happened since the last session.
- Identifying the issues that are most pressing to you at that moment.
- Talking through your feelings and looking for meaning and patterns.
- Agreeing on behaviour changes that you can try out between sessions.
- Ending the session feeling motivated and hopeful of positive change.
There is no secret sauce here, you just need a willingness to do the work. I am ready to help you.
Insurance & Benefits Coverage
Coverage depends on the insurance plan. Check with your provider to see if your plan covers one of the listed designations.
Pre-Licensed Professional
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Yukon
British Columbia
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Education
Yorkville University
Masters in Counselling Psychology (in progress)
University of San Diego
MSc Executive Leadership
University of California, Riverside
BA Business
Certifications
Languages
English
Contact
Jason