Welcome, I'm Brandy.
I'm so glad you are here.
I'm a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors and I have a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology from Adler University.
I work in this field because I believe that healing is always possible, and I have seen firsthand the power that counselling can have in facilitating growth and change. Working in a space that allows me to create deep connections with people, and guide them towards a greater relationship with themselves, is a passion of mine. It is an honor to be invited into people’s hearts and lives and to walk alongside them on their journey.
My Philosophy
I believe deeply in the power of relationships and that it is in relationship that healing ultimately occurs. Being seen is a fundamental need of every person, and I strive to create a space where people can feel safe enough to share their truth and feel accepted for exactly who they are.
I believe that there is meaning in your struggles and regardless of what you have been through and are experiencing, you are not broken. I am here to walk alongside you on your journey of healing, every step of the way.
Who I Work With
I work with individuals (19+) who live in British Columbia, Canada.
I offer in-person sessions at my office in North Vancouver as well as virtual sessions via Doxy or phone.
My Approach
My approach is client-centered, trauma informed, and deeply relational in nature. I believe in working with clients from a holistic lens, drawing from a variety of modalities to ensure that their unique needs are met. I also encourage clients to see other practitioners who can compliment the work that we do in our sessions (such as Naturopaths, Dieticians, Medical Doctors, etc.) as I believe healing requires integration of all parts of ourselves.
The modalities that I primarily draw from in my work include:
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Emotion-Focused Therapy
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Narrative Therapy
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
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Internal Family Systems Therapy
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Mindfulness approaches
I tailor all sessions to the individual, and I believe in finding ways of working that are best for each person I have the privilege of sitting with - whether that be incorporating art and creativity into sessions, spirituality, depth psychotherapy, or doing anxiety exposures together in the community. I do not believe there is a one size fits all approach to healing, and I work with each person to find the different components that will make the biggest impact to them and their specific situation.
Areas of Practice and Specialization
I have experience supporting clients with a variety of challenges, and my passion is in helping people to better understand their struggles, feel empowered, and build a relationship with themselves based on acceptance and respect.
My specific areas of specialization include:
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Anxiety
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Social anxiety
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Depression
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Eating disorders/disordered eating
Additional Education and Trainings
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2-Day Anxiety Certification Course: Integrate CBT and Exposure & Response Prevention for Treatment of GAD, Panic Disorder, OCD, Social Anxiety, and Phobias
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Rewire the Anxious Brain: Neuroscience Informed Treatment of Anxiety, Panic and Worry
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Mindfulness Certification Course
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Treating Eating Disorders – Carolyn Costin Institute
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Things to Know About Treating Eating Disorders – Carolyn Costin Institute
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Depression and Mood Disorder Certification Training: New Assessment and Treatment Techniques for Lasting Recovery
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Healing and Easing Depression: Using the Change Triangle and the Transformational Power of Core Emotions
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Suicide Prevention Summit: Treatment Strategies to Inspire Hope and Save Lives
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Shame Informed Treatment Certification
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Trauma Treatment Certification Course
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Healing Traumatic Wounds: A Brief Therapy Model for the Treatment of Trauma
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The Flash Technique: Rapid Trauma Processing
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Nutrition for Mental Health
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Clinical Applications of Internal Family Systems Therapy