Heather Fulton, PhD, is a registered clinical psychologist who has been volunteering, researching, and working in the area of mental health, including substance use health, since 2002.  She is experienced in diverse approaches such as Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Seeking Safety, mindfulness, and CRAFT.  Dedicated to life-long learning, Dr. Fulton has sought out additional certifications and trainer status in many of the above approaches; she is also a member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers.  She has worked within many different settings: student services, outreach and Assertive Community Treatment teams, specialized bed-based care, and various outpatient mental and substance use health services.

Dr. Fulton is deeply committed to supporting helpers on their learning journeys and fostering resilience in the face of time and resource constraints. She teaches, supervises, and consults with diverse healthcare and housing organizations, empowering people to integrate evidence-based approaches to their practice and tailored to their unique settings. She is a Clinical Assistant Professor and Adjunct Professor within the Departments of Psychiatry and Psychology at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada.