Heidi's Story
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with many years of supporting individuals through a variety of experiences. As a parent of adult daughters, I have navigated all stages of parenting and the challenges that are associated with this important role. As a former teacher and vice principal, I understand the vast needs of children today (ADHD, anxiety, relationship issues) and the individual needs they each have. Being married for 20 years to an entrepreneur, I know the work it takes to sustain a loving and healthy relationship while also tending to the needs of family and work. Unfortunately, the sudden loss of my husband after 20 years of marriage also allows me to understand deep grief and the many ways it impacts an individual and their family. Now as a partner in a new relationship, I understand how building something new after loss can be both challenging and beautiful. Life is full of transitions, and I know the difficulty and opportunities they all bring.
Approach
Developing a relationship based on trust, empathy, and respect is top priority. I place a high value on relationships and see a positive therapeutic relationship as the cornerstone of effective therapy. By developing a safe environment, I place the individual client’s needs at the center of my approach, recognizing that each client comes with their own unique experience and needs. I use an integrative approach that includes aspects of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Narrative Therapy.
Education
I hold a Bachelor of Education degree from Simon Fraser University, a Master of Educational Leadership from Vancouver Island University, and a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Yorkville University. I am a lifelong learner and continue to engage in professional development and trainings relevant to my field such as DBT, Narrative, and Internal Family Systems.
Away from Work
Away from work I have earned the nickname “Outsidie Heidi”, as I find great joy in all things happening outside-hiking, walking, boating, skiing, and time at the beach. These are even better when done with my family, friends, and dog. I love spending time in the kitchen cooking, and most aspects connected with delicious food. I love the adventure that comes from traveling to new places and emjoy experiencing different cultures and foods whenever possible.
Let's Begin Your Journey Together
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