About Heidi

Mind-body Therapist

I have been helping people create better lives since 1995. Over the years, I have had the privilege of helping people as a life coach, registered clinical counsellor, yoga therapist, and yoga/pilates instructor.

My journey toward becoming a therapist.

Obtaining a BA in Psychology and an MEd in Counselling Psychology taught me a lot about psychological theory and counselling techniques. However, being a good therapist is not something I learned in books.

Knowledge speaks. Wisdom listens.

My most significant learning came from receiving my own counselling and training in yoga and somatic therapies. From this, I learned to hone my skills and wisdom by listening to clients with presence. Tuning into verbal and physical communication without agenda creates a resonance that allows me to feel, hear, and reflect on what clients have said to me.

Inquiring from that place of resonance opens doors to new explorations and opportunities for growth.

In addition to my experience with clients, my careful attunement and clear insight came from paying attention to my own life. Experiencing the futility of the things I can not change, acknowledging the mixed emotions that arise and finding the courage to choose differently created the confident yet humble nature that clients tell me they experience in therapy sessions with me.

“You can not teach a woman anything; you can only help her find it within herself.” Galileo – gender-adapted.:)

Meditation, breathing, and movement practices are helpful but not mandatory elements of counselling with me. I use them as guides to help you develop a closer connection with yourself. Developing your own compassionate practices allows you to achieve emotional regulation and competency in your daily life.

I have learned that building a gentle, loving connection with yourself is what really heals.

Counseling Credentials

MEd. Counselling Psychology UBC 2000

BA Psychology with a minor in Criminology SFU 1994

Specialized Therapy Training

Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Level 1 and 2 SP Institute

Somatic Experiencing Beginner 1,2,3, Intermediate 1,2,3, Advanced 1 SE International

PACT couples therapy Level 1 and 2 PACT Institute

Gottman couples therapy Level 1

EMDR Basic Training EMDRIA

Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy, embodied mindfulness and group therapy pryt.com

Interpersonal Neuro-biology and Mindfulness drdansiegal.com

Developmental Attachment-based Parenting neufeldinstitute.com

Lifecoach training lifecoachtraining.com

Yoga and Movement Training

Vijnana Yoga International 800 hour 2013

Pheonix Rising Yoga Therapy 600 hour 2004

David Swenson Ashtanga 2002

Prana Yoga Power Yoga 150 hour 2001

Prana Yoga Hatha Yoga 500 hour 2000

Physical Mind Institute Pilates Equipment 1999

Physical Mind Institute Pilates Mat 1999

BCRPA Group Fitness  1990 – 2002 

Outside Interests

Yoga, mindfulness and philosophy

Walking in the forest

Dancing

Playing the djembe (drum)

Playing and resting with my 2 children

Walking with my dogs – beach and forest.

Socializing with friends

Listening to music

Listening to books and podcasts

Learning new things

My goal is to help you embrace life with grace and honesty.

If you are ready to discover life that feels more balanced, contact me now for a free, 15-minute telephone consultation.
We can discuss your concerns and how we can work together to create more of what you want.