Dr. Ma joined the Psy.D. program at Adler University in Vancouver in 2016 and currently serves as an assistant professor of Clinical Psychology. He is a Registered Clinical Psychologist based in Vancouver, B.C. He earned his Master of Arts in Organizational Psychology from Teachers College, Columbia University, and his Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology from Palo Alto University, with a specialization in diversity and community mental health. His clinical work focuses on bilingual, culturally responsive diagnostic assessment and psychotherapy, using psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioural approaches to treat complex trauma, psychiatric comorbidity, chronic pain and adjustment to neurological injuries. His research interests include diversity-related mental health issues and cultural models of suicide.
MEMBERSHIPS + ASSOCIATIONS
College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC).
Canadian Register Health Services Psychologist (CRHSP).
Publications + Presentations
Publications
Including clinical psychologists in Assertive Community Treatment teams.
2014
In P. Goldblum, D. L. Espelage, J. Chu, & B. Bongar (Eds.), The challenge of youth suicide and bullying. New York, NY US: Oxford University Press.
Author(s):
Chu, J. P., Ma, J., Bongar, B., & Goldblum, P.
Presentations
Examining Universal and Culture-Specific Meanings of Suicide Among Ethnic Minority Populations in the U.S.: A Mixed Methods Approach.
2016
Paper presented at the 49th Annual Conference of American Association of Suicidology, Chicago, IL
Author(s):
Ma, J., Chu, J. P., Khoury, O., Bahn, F., Bongar, B., & Goldblum, P.
LEADERSHIP + ENGAGEMENT
APA Division 32 – Task Force on Indigenous Psychology Member.
British Columbia Psychological Association, BCPA Diversity and Social Advocacy Committee Member, 2021-2024.
Ongoing Pro-Bono Outreach Psychoeducational Workshop for SUCCCESS Chinese Helplines Volunteer and Chinese immigrant groups in Vancouver.
