Kiel (Kelley) McFarland, PsyD

Dr. McFarland looks to meet his clients where they are and walk together through the ups and downs of life. He practices with a creative, celebratory approach which makes room for both triumph and tragedy. Grounded in solid research-based clinical practice, his approach to therapy is focused on relationship, culture, spirituality, and the unique individual story that each client presents. A graduate of the Psy.D. program of Fuller School of Psychology, he also earned dual M.A.s in both Psychology and Theology, as well as being the first student to complete a new Culture and Community Psychology track. His doctoral studies included an emphasis in respecting and integrating various forms of spirituality and religion into clinical work. Dr. McFarland has a wide breadth of experience in treating clients with common struggles as well as those with more severe challenges. He recognizes the complexities of the human experience and how culture, spirituality, biology and so many other factors all impact a person's day to day life. While Dr. McFarland's primary approach to clinical work is relational psychodynamic therapy, he strives to respond to the needs of each client individually and will adapt accordingly. Recognizing that needs shift as life fluctuates, he works to follow the client's needs, helping them engage in deep exploration of themselves and their outlook on the world. With a growth oriented, flexible approach, he commits himself to supporting the client's needs, however big or small, and walking together with each person towards their goals. Dr. McFarland is a Registered Psychological Assistant (PSB9402700) under the supervision of Dr. Cadyn Cathers (PSY32839)