Roy Wheeler

Roy is a skilled Clinical Social Work Associate (CSWA), specializing in working with adults. As an Internal Family Systems (IFS)-trained psychotherapist, Roy is passionate about guiding clients through the healing process by helping them connect with their inner selves, achieve internal harmony, and develop skills for better navigating external relationships and environments. Roy carries a background working with high-needs clients (e.g., persons with psychosis, children and adolescents in inpatient settings), and as such, can hold safe spaces for those experiencing
extreme emotional distress. His framework is rooted in attachment theory and interpersonal neurobiology, emphasizing the importance of healthy therapeutic bonds and attunement.

Roy’s approach is informed by a commitment to trauma-informed care, anti-oppressive practice, and client-centered interventions. He believes that our various identities, experiences, and circumstances provide opportunities for growth and can help lead us towards liberation. As a queer-identifying professional and peer in mental health recovery, Roy is dedicated to creating an inclusive and affirming space for all clients. In addition to IFS, Roy offers Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) interventions, allowing him to adapt his approach to meet a broad range of client needs.

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Collaboration and mutual respect are central to Roy’s practice. He strives to establish non- hierarchical therapeutic relationships, where both therapist and client engage in a dynamic process of mutual learning. Recognizing that humans are complex and ever-changing, Roy tailors his therapeutic interventions to meet the unique needs of each individual, rather than relying on cut-and-paste approaches.

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Outside of his work, Roy likes to rock climb, bikepack, and hike, often drawing inspiration from the natural world. He also enjoys expressing his creativity through drawing and other forms of art.