Dr. Daniel Peluso, C.Psych.

Director of Training
Psychologist

Dr. Daniel Peluso’s clinical focus includes assessment and treatment (cognitive behavioural therapy) of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), trauma-related disorders, anxiety and mood disorders, pain and illness-related disorders, and interpersonal difficulties. Dr. Peluso is a member of the College of Psychologists of Ontario and the Ontario Psychological Association.

Dr. Peluso has experience providing cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and related therapies (mindfulness, DBT) in a range of outpatient settings, including mental health hospitals, rehabilitation/pain programs, and Operational Stress Injury Clinics with Veterans of Canadian Forces, and RCMP. Dr. Peluso fosters a collaborative and empathic approach towards treatment, with a focus on empowering clients. Within an atmosphere of compassion and understanding, Dr. Peluso takes an evidence-based approach to address each individual’s particular needs.

Dr. Peluso is also the Director of Training for the Clinical Psychology Residency Program and the Practicum Program at The Downtown Psychology Clinic.  He also provides supervision to numerous trainees at the clinic.

Dr. Peluso completed his residency at the Royal Ottawa Hospital and received his doctoral degree from the University of Regina.