Sanctuary Counselling and Training

At Sanctuary Counselling and Training we endeavor not only to provide that environment for our clients but also to help them connect with the Sanctuary within. Therapists at Sanctuary Counselling and Training employ a strengths-based, client centered approach to therapeutic work using integrative trauma and attachment focused methods including psychodynamic therapy, polyvagal and nervous system regulation, internal family systems and trauma focused partswork, ITATM, DBT, Somatic and Sensorimotor body work,mindfulness based self compassion in a Sanctuary model of care. Our trainings utilize a lecture style that prioritizes group experiential learning, arts-based activities and use of self.

​Specializing in the areas of trauma & attachment, Sanctuary is an alternative private practice that offers experience and competency in working with marginalized communities particularly q***r, neurodivergent and disabled folks. We recognize that a wounded sense of belonging and community is often at the heart of many of the issues we experience across the lifespan even more so for folks navigating complex identities or experiences. The owner and lead clinician has been a public educator and community organizer in KW for over 15 years, and is a leader in the Rainbow community. She has worked with municipal and regional government, police services, academic institutions and community groups to provide workshops and training on improving diversity and inclusion for all in the wider community. We approach the therapeutic relationship with warmth, compassion and authenticity and create an environment of healing and safety for clients to explore their own creative path to healing, learning and growth.