PsyD, MEd, CCC
Clinical Psychologist | Licensed Mental Health Therapist | Clinical Hypnotherapist | Psycho-Oncology Specialist
Renae Reid, PsyD (Clinical Psychology), MEd. (Counselling Specialization), BA (Hons), Dip. (Addiction Medicine.), Dip. (Psycho-Oncology)
Dr. Reid offers an integrative approach to mental healthcare combining clinical and holistic interventions to promote healing both mind and body to improve well-being, lower stress and help reduce trauma responses.
Sessions with Dr. Reid offer a safe, comforting and inviting space for clients to explore, learn and heal. Her therapy style is non-directive, educational, and strength-based, empowering clients to make healthy choices for themselves. Renae is a calm, intuitive, and empathic practitioner who is deeply invested in walking the journey to well-being with her clients.
Dr. Reid has a keen interest in psychoneuroimmunology (the interactions between psychological processes and the immune, endocrine, central, and peripheral nervous systems) and is excited to use knowledge learned from research in this area to better assist her clients, particularly those facing chronic health conditions (e.g. obesity and metabolic disorders that are often associated with it [e.g. diabetes and cardiovascular disease], cancer, autoimmune disorders, arthritis, etc.) and chronic pain. Renae is passionate about working with cancer and complex pain clients.
She has vast experience working with clients facing a variety of concerns, particularly anxiety disorders, difficulties managing stress and those who may need additional support for unresolved trauma(s). Sessions with Renae may include the following therapeutic interventions/modalities: TF-CBT, ACT, Mindfulness-based Interventions, Clinical Counselling Hypnotherapy, Existential Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Somatic-based Interventions, Relaxation Techniques, Guided Meditation, Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR), Autogenic Training, Breathwork, Psychodrama, Psychoeducation, and more.
Dr. Reid holds a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, Master of Education with a Counselling Specialization, a Diploma in Addiction Medicine, and a Diploma in Psycho-Oncology. Her doctoral thesis explored mindfulness-based practices in mitigating stress and reducing psychological distress for breast cancer patients.
An avid academic and life long learner, Dr. Reid is fully licensed and registered with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA), the Cayman Islands Council for Professions Allied with Medicine (CPAM) and is a member of the Jamaican Psychological Association and the International Psycho-Oncology Society. She has over 12 years of clinical experience across various settings including public schools, correctional facilities, non-profit organizations, private practice, and government entities.
Dr. Reid is passionate about human rights, giving back to the community and developing authentic connections. When she is not working, you can find Renae engaging in yoga practice, immersed in nature, or tending to her garden.
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