| Occupation | Psychiatrist, EMDR therapist |
|---|---|
| Education | MD — University of British Columbia |
| Methods | EMDR, CBT, Psychopharmacology, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy |
| Registration | College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC #10482) |
| Organization | EMDR Encyclopedia & Global Directory |
Dr. James Chen — British Columbia-licensed psychiatrist and EMDRIA-certified EMDR therapist based in Vancouver, Canada. He specializes in mood disorders, cross-cultural psychiatry, and adult ADHD. Dr. Chen brings a holistic, integrative approach — combining medication management where appropriate with EMDR and CBT for lasting change.
| Issue | Methods |
|---|---|
| Treatment-resistant depression | EMDR, CBT, Psychopharmacology |
| Bipolar spectrum disorders | Psychopharmacology, MBCT, EMDR |
| Adult ADHD | CBT, Psychopharmacology, EMDR |
| Cross-cultural & diaspora mental health | EMDR, CBT |
| Anxiety & panic disorders | CBT, EMDR |
| Trauma & PTSD | EMDR |
Dr. Chen practices what he calls "whole-person psychiatry" — treating not just symptoms but the person behind them. As a second-generation Chinese-Canadian, he is particularly attuned to the ways culture shapes how we experience and express psychological distress. He offers both medication consultation and psychotherapy, often combining them for optimal outcomes. His clients value his calm presence, his respect for their autonomy, and his willingness to think outside the diagnostic box.
He offers in-person sessions in Kitsilano and telehealth across British Columbia.