About Briana
Hello and welcome! My name is Briana, I am an Intern Clinical Counsellor here at Sea to Tree. It is a privilege to support individuals in such meaningful and personal ways during this chapter of their lives. A little about me: I was born and raised in a large family here on Vancouver Island and I feel incredibly grateful to call this beautiful place home. At the same time, I recognize that I live and work on the unceded territories of the Coast Salish and Nuu-chah-nulth people, primarily T'Sou-ke, Scia'new, Pacheedaht, and Songhees Nations. These are not the lands of my ancestors, who came from Norway, Ireland, the United Kingdom, Sweden, and Prussia. I acknowledge the ongoing impacts of colonization and I am committed to lifelong learning and unlearning. Both personally and professionally, as I strive to support equity, justice, and inclusive care.
For the past 10 years, I've been a Registered SociaL Worker (RSW) with the BC Association of Social Workers. In that time, I've worked in a non-profit setting offering programing and counseling to women and gender-diverse individuals who have experienced trauma, abuse and gender-based violence. At Sea to Tree, I look forward to working with individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and experiences.
Counselling is something I genuinely love. It is a deep honour to hear people's stories and to witness their journeys. I believe everyone deserves a safe, non-judgemental space to be heard and supported. My approach is collaborative and grounded in evidence-based practices. I aim to be flexible, open to feedback, and responsive to your needs as they evolve.
When I'm not counselling, I enjoy time with my loved ones and being in nature. I feel immense gratitude for the opportunity to live on Vancouver Island. The beauty, strength, and resilience of nature are things that continue to inspire and ground me.
Services I offer:
I provide integrative therapy, a flexible and personalized approach that draws from multiple therapeutic modalities to best support your unique needs.
Specialised Training in:
- Strengths-Based Therapy
- Person-Centered Therapy
- Trauma-Informed Counselling
- Somatic Experiencing (Levels 1, 2, & 3)
- Walk and Talk Therapy
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Informed Therapy
- Anti-Oppressive Practice
Modalities I Commonly Incorporate:
- Narrative Therapy
- Mindfulness-Based Approaches
- Solution Focused Therapy
-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Response Based Practice
- Queer Informed Practice
- Multicultural Informed Counselling
Areas of Focus:
- Trauma (all forms)
- Depression & anxiety
- Stress & overwhelm
- Grief & loss
- Life transitions
- Gender based violence
- Workplace conflict
- Compassion fatigue
- Boundaries & communication
- Relationships
- Parenting support
- Building community & connection
- Chronic pain & health challenges
- Navigating adult ADHD
- Self worth & self acceptance
- Exploring direction & purpose
Availability:
I offer in- person and walk and talk sessions in Sooke and virtual sessions across British Columbia.
Coverage:
- RSW's are covered through some insurance programs
- WIRTH
- Sea to Tree Foundation
- Crime Victim Assistance Program (CVAP)
Traite souvent
AbuseADHDAnxietyChronic Pain or IllnessCodependencyDepressionDivorceDomestic Abuse or ViolenceEmotional Abuse+ 10 autresAfficher moins
Family planningGrief, loss, bereavementParentingPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stress Disorder (PTSD)Pregnancy, Prenatal, PostpartumSexual AbuseTraumaWomen's IssuesWorkplace stress
ReçoitAdults (18+) · Teens (13-17)
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