Founded by Dr. Justyn Frost, a U.S.-licensed Clinical Psychologist, Trio Psychological Consultancy Services provides personalized psychological assessment, psychotherapy, EAP, and consultation services for children, teens, adults, families, and organizations across Trinidad & Tobago and the Caribbean.
Helping you live the life you want to build
Therapy Services
Providing compassionate psychological & mental health support to help you navigate life's challenges and achieve meaningful change. Based in Trinidad & Tobago, I offer an affirming, and confidential space for your journey towards wellness.
Individual Therapy
Sessions available for children, teens and adults tailored to your unique needs and goals, delivered in-person or online. We'll work collaboratively to address your concerns using evidence-based approaches.
Client-Centred Approach
A compassionate, collaborative partnership focusing on your goals and fostering personal growth.
Evidence-Based Practice
Utilizing scientifically supported therapies tailored to your unique needs and cultural context for effective, lasting change.
Online/Virtual Option
Secure, confidential therapy from the comfort of your home or office. Online sessions offer the same quality of care with added convenience for busy schedules or those who prefer remote support.
Your confidentiality is paramount, and I adhere to strict ethical and legal guidelines.
Parent/Caregiver
Consultation & Support
Helping you help your loved one
Every child is different, and strategies that help one child may not be effective for another. At Trio Psychological Consultancy Services Ltd., we work with parents and caregivers who are looking for fresh perspectives, practical strategies, and tailored support to help their children navigate their individual and unique challenges.
We offer consultation services for parents and caregivers who would benefit from guidance and personalized recommendations on how to best support the child in their care.
What to Expect?
A collaborative, reflective session designed to help you better understand and support the child or youth in your care. Whether you are facing behavioural concerns, emotional difficulties, developmental questions, or broader pressures across settings such as school, home, or periods of transition, these sessions are meant to offer clarity and understanding, not criticism.
This support is tailored specifically for parents and caregivers. It provides practical, professional guidance grounded in psychology and delivered with empathy, respect, and no judgment.
Who is this for?
Parents or caregivers who feel overwhelmed or uncertain about how best to support a child in their care, including foster or kinship arrangements. Caregivers who are navigating complex relational or developmental needs. Parents or caregivers seeking guidance in understanding and working within systems that affect their child, such as school.
You do not need to be in crisis to seek support. These sessions are for anyone who wants to be more confident and effective in supporting the child in their life.
How are these sessions structured?
Parents/caregivers can choose the session length that best fits their needs (i.e., a standard session is scheduled for 50-minutes). Shorter sessions (i.e., 30-minutes) may be suitable for brief updates or check-ins, while longer sessions allow for more in-depth discussion or planning. If you're unsure which option is right for you, Dr. Frost can help guide this decision.
Testing & Assessment Services
Dr. Frost provides specialized psychological and neuropsychological assessments to individuals of all ages to inform diagnosis and treatment planning.
Types of Assessments
- Psychoeducational Assessments (i.e., academic/school or workplace concessions)
- Neurodevelopmental Disorders
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) - children & adults
- Learning Differences (Reading, Math, & Writing)
- Intellectual Disability
- Giftedness Evaluations
- Diagnostic Clarification & Treatment Planning Assessments
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Bipolar Disorder, Personality Disorders, Substance Use Disorders, etc.
- Cognitive/Mental Capacity Evaluations (Neurocognitive Disorders) - for legal or medical purposes
- Therapeutic Assessments (TA)
- Pre-Employment Evaluations
- Fitness-for-Duty Evaluations
- Career & Vocational Testing
- Firearm User's License (FUL) - * 25 years and older
How the Assessment Process Works
The assessment journey typically involves an initial consultation, testing sessions, and a comprehensive feedback meeting where findings and recommendations are discussed in detail.
Depending on the referral question, the assessment process may vary case-by-case.
Referral
Initial contact and brief screening to determine appropriate assessment.
Initial Consultation
A clinical interview with client and/or caregivers to gather background information, including developmental history, family dynamics, mental health history, medical history, school performance, and social relationships.
Testing
Structured assessment sessions using validated psychological measures. Typically conducted over 2-3 testing sessions, depending on the presenting concern and client needs.
Collateral Information Gathering
Input from family members, teachers, doctors/pediatricians, or other relevant professionals to ensure a holistic view of the person's needs and functioning across different settings.
Analysis & Comprehensive Report
Interpretation of results and report preparation (typically 2-3 weeks). Timelines can vary depending on the type of assessment.
Feedback
Detailed discussion of findings and personalised recommendations. Recommendations may include therapy, educational supports, behavioral strategies, or referrals to additional specialists as needed.
- Conducted by a doctoral-level (Psy.D.) licensed psychologist – Highly trained in testing, interpretation, and clinical diagnosis, that meet international standards and ethics requirements
- Tailored recommendations – Includes customized strategies for home, school, work, and treatment
- Quick turnaround – Most reports completed within 2–3 weeks
- Collaboration-friendly – With your permission, we can share results with physicians, schools, or other providers
- Affirming of neurodiversity – We honour individual differences and focus on strengths as well as challenges
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Dr. Frost is a Certified Employee Assistance Professional (CEAP) and is passionate about supporting organization's most valuable asset - the people. My EAP services provide confidential psychological support to employees facing personal or work-related challenges. I work with organizations of all sizes to develop bespoke EAP solutions that align with your company values and employee needs.
Confidential Support
Employees receive completely private counselling services, with only anonymised utilisation data shared with employers.
Flexible Delivery
Services available in-person or via a secure virtual platform to accommodate diverse needs and circumstances.
Organizational Benefits
Reduced absenteeism, improved productivity, and enhanced workplace culture through proactive mental health support.
Clinical Supervision
Dr. Frost offers clinical supervision for psychologists, counsellors, and mental health professionals seeking support in their professional growth and licensure journey. My approach to clinical supervision incorporates an Integrative Developmental Model (IDM) and the junior colleague model which is collaborative, reflective, and rooted in creating a space to explore both clinical skills and your professional identity.
Supervision sessions focus on:
- Case Consultation – discussing client work, interventions, and ethical considerations
- Skill Development – strengthening assessment, formulation, and therapeutic techniques
- Professional Growth – exploring therapist self-awareness, boundaries, and use of self in therapy
- Ethics & Best Practices – navigating complex situations with confidence and integrity
I believe supervision is not just about oversight, but about fostering curiosity, critical thinking, cultural humility, and self-reflection. My goal is to help professionals feel supported, confident, and grounded as you grow in your clinical work.
Supervision is available in individual and group format, either in-person or via secure online sessions. If you are interested in learning more, please reach out to discuss your needs, goals, and availability.
Even if you are currently completing your undergraduate degree and exploring graduate school options in psychology, Dr. Frost is happy to provide guidance in this area.
Frequently Asked Questions
The first session is a chance for us to begin getting to know one another in a supportive, confidential space. We’ll talk about what has brought you to therapy, the challenges you’re currently facing, and what you would like help with.
I may ask about different areas of your life, such as your emotional wellbeing, relationships, personal history, and any previous counselling or therapy experiences. This helps me better understand your situation and how I can best support you.
You’re also welcome to ask questions about how I work and what the therapy process may look like. Most importantly, the first session is about helping you feel heard, understood, and comfortable as we begin.
There is no expectation to have everything figured out before you come in, and you do not need to share more than you feel ready to discuss. It is completely normal not to have everything resolved in the first session. Meaningful change often takes time, and our initial meeting is about building understanding, identifying priorities, and beginning the work together at a manageable pace.
My approach to psychotherapy is rooted in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) while integrating trauma-informed, interpersonal, cognitive-behavioral, and multicultural-relational approaches, making it well-suited to the unique experiences and developmental needs of clients.
My work with individuals and families of diverse backgrounds has taught me to build a solid therapeutic alliance and create a supportive environment to promote growth and healing. I am always grateful to be a small part of that journey.
For therapy, while not mandatory in any way, many clients start with weekly sessions to build momentum, and then adjust to biweekly or monthly as progress is made. We’ll collaborate to find a rhythm that works best for you, based on your needs.
Most local insurance companies offer coverage for psychological therapy services, with varying coverage amounts. Please contact your specific insurer for coverage details or review your respective policy documents. Once covered, services are paid up-front and clients can bring claim forms at the time of services to be completed and submit to their insurer.
Payments can be made by cash or bank transfer, at the time of service.
Your appointment time is reserved specifically for you. To help ensure availability for all clients and to maintain the quality and sustainability of the practice, I kindly ask that any cancellations or rescheduling requests be made at least 24 hours in advance whenever possible.
Appointments cancelled with less than 24 hours' notice may be subject to the full session fee. However, I understand that emergencies and unforeseen circumstances can arise, and these situations are considered on a case-by-case basis.
Because psychological assessments and testing services require substantial preparation and dedicated scheduling blocks, a minimum of 48 hours' notice is required for cancellation or rescheduling of assessment appointments.
Full details regarding fees, cancellations, and practice policies are outlined in the informed consent and practice agreement documents reviewed and signed prior to the commencement of services.
Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all experience as each person brings their unique concerns therefore, the duration varies based on individual needs. Some clients benefit from 8-10 sessions, while others may require longer-term support. Dr. Frost will collaboratively discuss recommendations at your initial assessment to do what is feasible for all parties involved. Client feedback is respected and highly encouraged.
I recognize that individuals and families involved in legal proceedings are often navigating significant stress, uncertainty, and complex personal circumstances. To ensure that I can maintain a clear therapeutic role and uphold ethical standards of practice, I do not take on clients that are currently before the courts or provide opinions intended for ongoing legal proceedings.
My practice is dedicated to clinical care, personal growth, and psychological well-being rather than forensic or legal services. When court-related psychological services are needed, I encourage clients to work with a professional whose practice is specifically designed for forensic and legal matters. I'm happy to provide referrals to trusted colleagues that can potentially accommodate these requests.
Absolutely, yes! Your privacy is very important. All information shared, whether you share it via the encrypted intake forms and/or in session, is kept private and confidential. Your information is solely accessible by Dr. Frost.
Yes — Dr. Frost offers a free 15-minute phone consultation to help you determine whether his services are the right fit for you. You are encouraged to ask questions, share what you are looking for, and get a feel for what it would be like to work together.
Schedule your free phone consultation here.
Yes. I use a HIPAA compliant Zoom account that is secured for meetings with encryptions and a passcode. No appointment is recorded and no protected health information is stored on the platform directly.
Just yourself. If you’d like, you can write down a few thoughts about what you’re hoping to work on, but it’s not required.
I offer a limited number of reduced-fee slots for individual therapy. If you are interested in exploring a reduced rate, please mention it before your first session. When available, these lower-cost options are offered for a limited number of sessions.
If a reduced-fee spot is not currently open, you may choose to be placed on a waitlist. Additional options such as shorter or less frequent sessions may also be considered, depending on your clinical needs. In some cases, I may recommend a referral to another provider whose services better fit your budget.
For testing/assessments, a payment plan can be arranged to suit your circumstances.
Psychological assessments are essential tools for diagnosing mental health conditions, cognitive impairments, and learning challenges, offering clarity that can significantly improve quality of life. It is a structured assessment conducted by a licensed psychologist to identify conditions such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, or learning disabilities. It typically involves:
- Clinical Interviews: Gathering detailed personal history and symptoms.
- Standardized Testing: Using validated tools to assess cognitive abilities, emotional health, or specific diagnoses.
- Behavioral Observations: Evaluating functioning in real-world contexts.
- Comprehensive Report: Summarizing findings, diagnoses, and recommendations.
These assessments inform treatment plans, secure accommodations (e.g., at school or work), inform legal proceedings, or provide deeper self-insight.
A Licensed Psychologist is a type of mental health professional who has completed a doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in clinical, counselling, or school psychology, extensive supervised clinical training (3000+ hours in clinical practica, 2000 hours during internship, and 2000 hours during postdoctoral fellowship), has passed relevant law and ethics exams, and has passed a national licensing exam.
This licensure means the psychologist is legally recognized by their jurisdiction, and the title of 'psychologist' is protected under law, to provide psychological assessments, diagnosis, and evidence-based therapy.
Licensed psychologists are trained to help people understand and manage emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges using scientifically supported approaches. They adhere to strict ethical standards and maintain ongoing education to ensure the highest level of care.
Psychiatrists and psychologists are both professionals who specialize in the field of mental health, but they differ in terms of education, training, and practice (Sievert, 2023; UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine).
- Psychologists are professionals who have advanced degrees in psychology. They are trained to evaluate, diagnose and treat mental health disorders through various forms of therapy, including cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, psychoanalytic therapy, and dialectal behavior therapy. Psychologists can also administer various psychological assessments to evaluate cognitive, emotional, and psychological functioning concerns.
- Psychologists do not prescribe medications, but they often work closely with psychiatrists and other medical professionals to provide comprehensive care for their clients. In some jurisdictions a psychologist has prescriptive authority which requires additional education and training.
- Becoming a psychologist, which is a protected title in many jurisdictions, typically involving the completion of a doctoral degree in psychology (a Ph.D or Psy.D), which can take 4-7 years of postgraduate study plus another 1-2 years of clinical training. This is then followed by taking board exams to establish licensure. It is important to note, that in some jurisdictions, such as Trinidad & Tobago, clinicians possessing a minimum of a Master's degree can provide some psychological services, often referred to as counsellors, psychotherapists, marriage and family therapists, or social workers.
On the other hand...
- Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can diagnose and treat mental health disorders through a combination of therapy, medication, and other medical interventions.
- They have the authority to prescribe medications and perform medical procedures related to mental health.
- They must complete both medical school (to earn an MD/MBBS/DO) as well as a residency program in psychiatry. So it typically takes 8-10 years of postgraduate study to become a psychiatrist.
A psychologist is a licensed mental health professional with an accredited graduate degree, extensive supervised clinical training, and legally regulated credentials. Psychologists use evidence-based, scientifically validated methods to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health concerns. Their work is guided by professional ethics codes, licensing boards, and continuing-education requirements to ensure safe, effective, and accountable care.
A life coach, by contrast, is not a regulated profession. Anyone can call themselves a life coach or coach in general, regardless of education or training. While some coaches pursue certification programs, these are not governed by state or national licensing bodies, and their methods vary widely. Life coaching typically focuses on motivation, goal-setting, and general personal development, but coaches are not trained or qualified to diagnose or treat mental health conditions, and their approaches are not required to be supported by scientific research. There is utility in coaching, once guided by ethical standards and evidence-based or evidence-informed approaches.
I most certainly do! Whether you are pursuing your undergraduate degree and looking to gain insight into the field, or exploring options for graduate school and training, please feel free to reach out via email with details of your request and we can arrange a consultation meeting.
- Career Consultation - Feeling stuck or having difficulty around your career decision in psychology? You don't have to figure this out alone! This consultation provides space to talk through big-picture thoughts and questions, and implement practical next steps. Whether you're deciding between training paths, exploring academia vs. clinical careers, exploring specific areas in psychology such as sports psychology, forensic psychology, neuropsychology, etc.
- CV & Personal Statement Review - Applying to a master's or doctoral program in the Caribbean or North America? Bring a draft of your CV, personal statement, or other application materials and we will work together to maximize your chances of getting into a graduate school program. Our goal is for you to feel more prepared for your path ahead.
Let's Connect
I am available to speak to you or your organization about mental health, wellness, and more.
Call or WhatsApp: +1 (868) 681-6666
Email: jfrost@triopsychtt.com
Office Hours: By Appointment Only (Monday - Saturday)
*Limited availability on Saturdays
Location: Woodbrook/St. James, Trinidad, WI | Virtual options available
National Crisis &
Emergency Support Services
are available if you need them.
If you or a loved one is in a mental health crisis/emergency and are experiencing clear thoughts and urges to hurt oneself or someone else, here are key local (Trinidad & Tobago) resources to help you navigate the crisis.
National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-COPE (2673) (Toll Free)
Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-SAVE (7283) (Toll Free)
Coalition Against Domestic Violence Hotline: 624-0402 or 281-6637 (8:30am to 4:30pm)
Rape Crisis Society Hotline: 627-7273 or 657-5355
The Children's Authority Hotline: 996 or 800-2014
Counter Trafficking Unit: 800-4288
Lifeline: 800-5588 or 866-5433 (Toll Free)
Child Protection Unit: 628-1911
- Ambulance: 811
- Police: 999
- Fire: 990
- ODPM: 511
- TEMA: 211
At Trio Psychological Consultancy Services Ltd., we believe that effective psychological care begins with understanding the unique experiences, strengths, and challenges that shape each individual. Meaningful change requires more than a one-size-fits-all approach. It requires a thoughtful, collaborative process grounded in evidence-based practice and genuine human connection.