Paul Ojomu

ShiftGrit

Registered Provisional Psychologist, Individuals

Like all Shift Clinicians, Paul is trained in the Shift Protocol, which systematically reduces and/or eliminates Limiting Beliefs using Reconditioning via Exposure & Integration (REI) (more commonly referred to as Reprocessing)

What is your name/nicknames?

My name is Paul Ojomu. My graduate school classmates love calling me “Positive Paul.”

What do you do at Shift?

I am a clinician (Registered Provisional Psychologist) at ShiftGrit, offering individual therapy sessions for adults and adolescents. I love to see individuals fulfill their goals in life. My approach to psychotherapy is client-centred, helping clients discover their strengths, irrespective of their history, and charting a new course for their lives. I strongly believe in working collaboratively within a non-judgemental, existential, and culturally sensitive environment. In addition to using the SHIFT Protocol to resolve clients’ presenting concerns, I am also skilled in Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT). I am also strongly interested in other therapeutic techniques that help clients address various life issues.

What are your academic credentials?

I received my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Athabasca University, and Master of Counselling (MC) from City University of Seattle. I am currently completing my Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology.

Why did you decide to become a therapist?

Prior to moving into the world of psychology, I spent the early part of my career in Information Technology with a Master of Science (MSc) in IT. But I realized I have more satisfaction working with people than fixing computers. I derive more joy when I assist people in coping with life’s challenges. So when the opportunity opened for me in Canada for a career change, I decided to pursue my passion. And I am so glad I did.

What do you bring to your therapy sessions, and what are some goals?

One of the biggest things I bring into therapy is my authentic warm personality and skills. In addition, I believe strongly in connecting with my clients as we work through the issues that bring them to therapy. I aim to work collaboratively within a structured therapeutic technique to address the client’s presenting concerns.

Who do you work with?

I work with diverse populations and age groups, especially adults and adolescents.

Why are you passionate about what you do?

I am so passionate about what I do because I see psychology beyond just building a career but a call for me to help humanity, a call to help people reach their goals and maximize their potential.