Dr. Jesse Elterman
Dr. Jesse Elterman, L.Psych.
Licensed Psychologist in Vancouver, BC
His private practice includes talk therapy, psychological and forensic assessment, consultation, and regulatory supervision.
Practice and background
Talk therapy and mental health support
Dr. Jesse Elterman offers therapy in person in Vancouver and online through a secure telehealth platform.
His approach is tailored, collaborative, and supportive. The process begins with a brief telephone call, offered at no charge, to consider whether the service is a suitable fit. If therapy proceeds, Dr. Elterman and the client develop a plan addressing mood, thinking, or behaviour, primarily through Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
The work emphasizes practical outcomes and helping clients move forward toward the life they want.
Psychological and forensic assessment
Dr. Jesse Elterman’s training includes specializations in Clinical and Forensic Psychology.
He provides several forms of psychological assessment, including diagnostic assessments and assessments requested by third parties. His work for organizations and legal matters includes the courts, the Ministry of Children and Family Development, and WorkSafeBC. He also specializes in assessments concerning parenting in the context of family-law disputes.
Prospective retaining parties may contact Dr. Elterman to discuss the requested assessment, its scope, and his current availability.
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Education and training
Dr. Jesse Elterman holds a B.A. (Hons) from the University of Victoria and an M.A. and Ph.D. from Simon Fraser University’s CPA-accredited program, with specializations in Clinical and Forensic Psychology.
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Dr. Jesse Elterman provides consultation concerning best practices and the practice of psychology. This service is available to lawyers, mental-health clinicians – including psychologists, counsellors, and therapists – and members of the public.
He also provides registrants with consultation and supervision concerning professional ethics and standards of practice.
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He has worked in a range of healthcare settings and spent more than a decade with the College of Psychologists of British Columbia. Before entering private practice, he served as the College’s Deputy Registrar and Director of Investigations, where his work focused on professional standards.
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Therapy is listed at $245 per hour. A session includes 50 minutes of client time, with the remaining time allocated to preparation and notes.
Psychological services may be covered by an extended health plan. A limited number of sliding-scale therapy spaces are also reserved based on income. Please confirm current fees, coverage, and availability directly with Dr. Elterman.
Most assessment work is listed at $245 to $325 per hour, depending on complexity and whether the matter involves court. Some assessments may be offered at a fixed rate. Please confirm the applicable arrangement directly with Dr. Elterman.
Consultation and supervision are listed at $245 to $325 per hour, depending on complexity and whether the work involves court. Please contact Dr. Elterman to discuss the service required and confirm the applicable fee.