About Kathleen
Hello, I’m Kathleen. I’m a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor with ACCT and Counselling Hypnotherapist. I offer a calming presence while working through a trauma-informed lens.
The foundation of my therapeutic approach is Person-Centred therapy. I’m also influenced by Narrative therapy, Internal Family Systems therapy, Gestalt therapy and Somatic therapy.
As an adoptee and someone that has experienced chronic illness, I have a strong interest in working with adult adoptees and people with chronic illness. I provide a safe, non-judgemental space for you to explore anything that may arise during our sessions.
Education and Certifications
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) training - with Russ Harris - 2024
Compassionate Inquiry - year long professional training - with Dr. Gabor Maté and Sat Dharam Kaur ND - 2024
Counselling Diploma - Orca Institute - 2022
Trauma Informed Practice Level 2 Certification - with Alyson Quinn - 2022
Counselling Hypnotherapy Diploma - Orca Institute - 2021
Trauma Informed Practice Level 1 Certification - with Alyson Quinn - 2020
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training - with Liesel Reimer - 2018
Transformational Nutrition Coaching Certification - Institute of Transformational Nutrition - 2015
Reiki Level I and II - with Kelly Kiss - 2015
Bachelor of Arts Degree Psychology - University of British Columbia - 2014