Colleen grew up in a large farming family. She loved raising her 3 kids and was a stay at home mom for 10 years.  

 

Colleen worked in office administration for many years, then as a mature student decided to pursue social work. After Colleen’s mother was diagnosed with Mixed Dementia, Colleen was inspired to focus her studies on Aging and Supportive Care across the life course.

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Colleen is interested in health and wellness prioritizing going to the gym regularly and enjoys reviewing recipes and making food. In her spare time, Colleen loves doing jigsaw puzzles, gardening, biking, camping and recently started line dancing.

 

With over a decade of experience, Colleen assists clients who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, loss and grief. Her expertise involves working with clients who face life transitions in their health, home and retirement.

 

In addition to Colleen’s professional training and experience, she has assisted family members who experience(d) challenging health diagnoses.

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​Individuals facing significant life challenges often feel overwhelmed and question their meaning and purpose. Colleen is dedicated to guiding clients through such changes to find clarity and direction.
 
Colleen provides caregivers/partners with effective strategies to prioritize their own well-being and self-care, ensuring they can maintain their health and resilience while supporting their family members.

 

Colleen brings a strengths-based, compassionate approach to therapy. She endeavors to provide therapy to a diverse population, providing safety and inclusivity to everyone empowering them to bring well being to their life.

Andy has a curious mind that often sees things from various perspectives. He grew up on a small farm, became an automotive technician, and operated several small businesses. 

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As a mature student, Andy started an academic journey resulting in a music degree and three graduate degrees including a master’s degree in counselling and a PhD in spiritual theology in which he analyzed the spirituality of his ancestors.

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Andy is informed by pacifist ancestors who believed that people should have freedom of religion in an era when religion was enforced by the state. However, he recognizes that his ancestors were guilty of colonizing and believes that all people deserve equality and equity.

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In an effort to be authentic and understand himself, Andy has gone for individual and couple therapy. He believes this aids in his curiosity and connection with others. He views all humans as equals and as complex, but resilient beings influenced by biological and psychosocial factors.

 

Andy has worked as a therapist for nearly two decades helping people with anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, abuse, grief and relationship conflicts.

 

He supports others by listening and seeking to understand their unique circumstances and perspectives. He utilizes various therapies and modalities, and stresses the importance of managing diet, exercise, sleep and stress. Andy supports and encourages people to identify and change self-defeating behaviours or thoughts. 

 

Counselling is a vulnerable process, but through support and collaboration, Andy hopes to enable clients to find greater freedom and satisfaction. He believes that humans have an innate wisdom and resiliency, which if nurtured, can help all persons grow into healthier humans. ​