Joseph Showole is a Canadian Certified Counsellor practicing at ARCH Psychological Services in Edmonton. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Sociology and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. His background spans a variety of roles supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, trauma histories, and those in high-need situations. Joseph currently provides therapeutic services and mental health evaluations at ARCH Psychological Services for children, adolescents, and adults.

Drawing upon his wide-ranging expertise, Joseph integrates advanced training in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI), Trauma-Informed Care, and Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) into his practice. He adopts an eclectic therapeutic approach that combines person-centred, cognitive-behavioural, and solution-focused therapies, fostering a supportive, nonjudgmental environment.

Joseph’s person-centred focus is central to his work, meeting each client with authentic empathy and acceptance, which he sees as essential to promoting self-exploration, resilience, and healing. He brings this integrative approach to his comprehensive mental health evaluations to ensure assessments are thorough, empathetic, and aligned with each client’s unique needs and background.

Fluent in both English and Yoruba, Joseph is committed to offering culturally sensitive, inclusive care to Edmonton’s diverse communities. His dedication to cultural competence allows him to honour each client’s unique background, values, and lived experiences, making mental health care accessible, respectful, and impactful.