Vineeta Prasad, MACP, BA, RCC #19855 holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology degree from Yorkville University and Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology and Family Studies from the University of British Columbia.

She has 9 years of experience working with youth, adults and families in a variety of community and mental health settings.

Vineeta is passionate about supporting others to cultivate self-acceptance and self-compassion to provide ease in navigating complex life experiences.

Vineeta draws on methods such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Somatic therapy, Person-Centred, and Mindfulness.

Vineeta is also certified in yoga, meditation and breathwork and brings these tools into session to help clients reconnect with their bodies and regulate their nervous system.

Vineeta specializes in working with youth and young adults and is a provider of trauma therapy for first responders and Government frontline workers. Her areas of interest include, but are not limited to:

Trauma Anxiety and Depression Self-esteem Attachment and Life transitions BIPOC Family Relationships

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Vishavjit K Sandhu (She,Her,Hers) MPsych, MPCP, RCC #18775

Vishavjit is a multilingual Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors. She is fluent in the following languages: English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu, Haryavni, and Awdhi.

She works with children from age 4 and up and practices Play Therapy. She also has a professional interest in Trauma and working with Couples.

Vishavjit completed her Bachelors Degree in Psychology with Honours and dual Master’s in Psychotherapy and Professional Counselling and subsequently received a Masters in Healthcare Management.

She has experience providing ambulatory and inpatient care to patients with psychiatric disorders and has worked extensively in addiction and rehabilitation centres providing care to patients with substance-use disorders. She is a provider of trauma therapy for first responders and Government frontline workers.

Vishavjit provides a safe, comfortable and confidential environment.

She offers a wide range of experience including:

• Play therapy

• Couples counselling

• Trauma Therapy

• CBT

• DBT

• EMDR

• Bilateral Stimulation

• Somatic and Mindfulness Therapy

• Emotion-Focused Therapy

She treats:

• Trauma

• Stress

• Phobias

• Depression and Anxiety

• Personality disorders

• OCD

• Anger

• Insomnia

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**MACP candidate under the supervision of RCC Lisa A. Butcher **

With over eight years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist working in acute care within the Lower Mainland, Stephanie brings a wealth of practical healthcare knowledge and compassion to her counselling practice.

Stephanie’s professional journey has provided her with a deep understanding of the physical and emotional challenges faced by individuals dealing with health crises. Her therapeutic approach is non-judgmental, led by curiosity and empathy, while integrating evidence-based practices with a client-centred approach, aiming to create a supportive and safe environment for her clients. She is dedicated to continuous learning and professional development, regularly seeking supervision and feedback to ensure her approach is in line with her clients.

Passionate about making a positive impact on her client’s lives, Stephanie looks forward to supporting you in achieving your goals through a collaborative approach. She is currently accepting children, youth, adolescents, couples, families and individuals as clients.

Areas of focus:

• Depression

• Anxiety

• Trauma

• Stress management

• Frontline workers

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Jessica Badial, MSW, RSW #14209 Yaletown Location Evening and Weekend Hours

Jessica is a Registered Social Worker who holds a Bachelors Degree in Sociology and Social Work, as well as a Masters Degree in Social Work with a specialty in Counselling from the University of Toronto. As a counsellor she is empathic, warm and understanding. She enjoys helping her clients find the inner strength and wisdom necessary to feel empowered to grow. She is a provider of trauma therapy for first responders and Government Frontline workers.

Jessica’s areas of clinical interest include, but are not limited to:

Anxiety Depression Abuse (sexual, physical and emotional) Gender and Sexual Identity Grief and Loss Trauma Children, Youth and Families Coping Skills Self-Harm Eating Disorders

Jessica has significant experience working with children, youth, young adults, families, and the elderly. She has acquired diverse clinical experience working in hospital, mental health, palliative, and family services settings as a Social Worker. She has developed expertise in trauma, bereavement and loss, issues with self-esteem and with assisting individuals and families rebuild their lives.

She practices with a strong understanding of differences due to culture, race, poverty, and sexual orientation and incorporates this understanding into her daily practice as a Social Worker.

Jessica utilizes several counselling methodologies including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Informed Practice, Motivational Interviewing, and Collaborative Problem Solving.

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Brenda Mattman she/her Registered Clinical Counsellor #20303

Brenda Mattman is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors. Brenda has a Masters degree in Counselling Psychology and Art Therapy as well as a Bachelor of Fine Arts and a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy. Brenda has extensive experience in hospital settings and has spent several years working with diverse populations as an adapted fitness instructor and personal trainer. Brenda brings a holistic approach to her sessions that includes mindfulness, art therapy, body awareness, relationship building skills, self awareness, self compassion and emotion regulation. Brenda works with diverse populations including children, youth, caregivers, families and adults across the age span to create change and move towards hope. Brenda aims to uncover the unique qualities, values, strengths and gifts of each individual in order to guide each individual she works with to a place of healing and hope for the future. Through her multifaceted approach Brenda hopes to collaboratively find a way to a new path forward not just for the individuals she works with but for their families, friends, caregivers and all those in their social support networks. Brenda has expertise in art therapy, working with children and youth, indigenous populations, transgender youth, families, adults, mindfulness, Emotion Focused Family Therapy, trauma, Cultivating Safe Spaces and leading art therapy groups for caregivers of youth.

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Lisa A. Butcher, MACP, RCC, BPEH, RT Registered Clinical Counsellor #16843 She is CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS.

Lisa is the Owner and Founder of Three Sisters Clinical Counselling. She specializes in treating individual’s for anxiety, depression, trauma and other mental health concerns.

Originally from Toronto, Lisa started her journey into healthcare as a Respiratory Therapist working in Acute Care/Trauma in both Ontario and BC before realizing her passion extended beyond the physical health of patients and into studying and understanding their mental health struggles.

Lisa uses CBT, DBT, EMDR, and Solution-Focused Therapy to treat youth of all ages and adults. She has a professional interest in working with people struggling with chronic pain, and workplace trauma. Lisa has extensive experience working with children of all ages as of the previous owner of a paediatric practice in Kelowna. She works with couples and specializes in divorce / separation.

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Melinda Freitas is a Registered Clinical Counsellor #6636

She approaches her work from an holistic perspective, recognizing the importance of personality, lived experiences, personal strengths, family dynamics, career, and spiritual influences in one’s journey.

Melinda’s approach to counselling is rooted in being client-focused and solution-oriented. She draws from evidence-based approaches such as • Mindfulness-CBT • DBT • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy • Family Systems • Solution-Focused/Brief Therapy and Holistic Therapy.

Melinda’s areas of specialization are vast and include, but are not limited to: • Working with individuals, 19+ years of age, and in allyship with LGBTQ2S+ and BIPOC communities • Navigating challenging life changes (divorce, grief/loss, career change/physical health changes and illness) • Chronic anxiety/depression • Stress management • Communication skills • Support and Counselling for Indigenous communities • Safety planning for survivors of domestic violence • Providing counselling support to both undergrad and graduate populations • Providing victim services support to victims of trauma. • Provider of trauma therapy for first responders and Government Frontline workers.

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