Heather Carrell

I aim to counsel with compassion and connection, and to create space for change and growth. My passion and purpose in life has been helping others. I enjoy connecting with people and listening from a place of kindness and compassion, with the hope of continuing to create and contribute to our community. Theoretical Orientations: Talk Therapy Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Narrative Therapy Somatic Therapy Eco-Therapy Mindfulness Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), also known as "Tapping." A combination of these theories allows me to tailor therapy for each individual I meet to support short-term, vital skill-building interventions coupled with more in-depth, experiential approaches. Areas of Specialties: Neurodiversity-Affirming Therapist Working with Youth Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), also known as tapping. Health / Reintegration after a serious medical illness or after a diagnosis of a chronic illness. Supporting families with a child(ren) with neuro-differences & learning differences. Traumatic Loss & Grief Facilitator Supporting caregivers with loved ones who are in long-term care or palliative care or have chronic or acute illnesses (Medical & Health). Anxiety Grief and Loss Career Changes & Life Transitions Registration & Associations: - Master Practitioner in Clinical Counselling (MPCC- Provisional #4451) - Registered Therapeutic Counsellor (RTC) with the Association of Cooperative Counsellors of Canada (ACCT) #3067