My Values
Safe Space
At "The Brewing Mind Counselling," Safe Space refers to both emotional and psychological safety. Clients can trust that their feelings, vulnerabilities, and personal stories will be handled with care, confidentiality, and respect. It's a space where clients don’t have to fear judgment, and they can be their true selves without concern. Creating a safe space encourages openness, allowing clients to explore difficult emotions and experiences without fear of rejection.
Acceptance
Acceptance is about embracing individuals for who they are, free from expectations, biases, or assumptions. Everyone comes to therapy with unique experiences, beliefs, and struggles. By fostering an environment of acceptance, you allow clients to feel valued and understood, just as they are in the moment. This foundational value empowers clients to recognize their own worth, promoting self-acceptance and personal growth.
Holding Space
To hold space for someone is to give them room to express themselves without interruption, judgment, or fixing. It’s about being present with someone in their emotions and experiences, offering them a supportive container for reflection and healing. Holding space is about creating a therapeutic relationship that lets the client feel fully heard and seen. It encourages them to process their thoughts and feelings at their own pace, providing comfort and clarity along the way.
Trust
Trust is the cornerstone of any meaningful therapeutic relationship. Clients need to feel they can rely on you to guide them through challenging times. Trust is built through consistent, compassionate care, and by being transparent, empathetic, and supportive. This trust enables clients to be vulnerable, explore difficult topics, and take steps toward change. When clients trust their therapist, they feel more empowered to embrace the journey of healing.
In Practice
Together, these values create a framework that encourages you to step into the therapy process with confidence, knowing that you will be met with respect, empathy, and a genuine desire for your well-being. As a therapist, I will support you in exploring your inner world and personal growth while providing you with tools to manage life’s challenges.
We respectfully acknowledge that we live, play, and work as uninvited guests on the ancestral and unceded Coast Salish Territory; the traditional territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and səl̓ílwətaʔɬ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
