Craig Pereira

Background

About Craig Pereira

I am a Psychotherapist & Wellness consultant that works with individuals and corporations to integrate evidenced-based mental health interventions for cultivating mental focus, resilience & emotional intelligence. After spending 25 years in worldwide leadership roles within the corporate world—with companies such as Apple Inc. and Sony Music—I transitioned careers mid-life to pursue my passion in the field of psychology. Although I tasted success in the corporate space, my quest as a seeker of deeper meaning and purpose led me to my true calling: working as a therapist in private practice since 2018. In my practice as a therapist, I have been able to integrate my broad experience in the professional world where I advised and supported artists, musicians, producers, directors, and other creatives with my education and certification as a Psychotherapist. The experience in the entertainment industry gave me an intimate understanding of the unique psychological and lifestyle challenges faced in the creative industries—an experience that now enhances my ability to provide personalized and relevant support to this population in therapy. All of the above, has help me develop a unique approach in Therapy. Outside of my private practice, I am also committed to service, working with underprivileged populations through mental health NGOs around the world, including the Agatsu Foundation in India and the People With AIDS (PWA) Foundation in Toronto, Canada. Training & Credentials -Postgraduate studies in Contemplative Psychotherapy at ITM, Canada, and the Nalanda Institute of Contemplative Science, New York, where I studied under experts such as Joe Loizzo, Bob Thurman, Richard Davidson, and Dan Siegel-Certified MBCT Therapist, trained under Zindel Segal, founder of Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), at the Centre for Mindfulness, Canada-Trauma-informed training in Gabor Maté’s Compassionate Inquiry (CI)-Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) certification under Steven Hayes, co-founder of ACT-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) certification from the Beck Institute-25+ years of global leadership experience with Apple Inc. and Sony Music Entertainment across India, Canada, the Middle East, and South Africa—relevant for leadership coaching and corporate sessions. Demographic Experience I have worked successfully with clients across a diverse spectrum of ages, social contexts, and cultural backgrounds. Areas of focus include Depression and Depression, Anxiety, Stress reduction, ADHD, Insomnia and LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy.