Stephanie Thiessen

I’m a Canadian Certified Counsellor supporting people experiencing stress and shame-related issues. My work includes relational trauma, anxiety, perfectionism, religious trauma and deconstruction, self-acceptance and compassion, life transitions, compassion fatigue and stress management. I also offer services in American Sign Language. My deepest belief is that all people are worthy of love and belonging, and I bring that sense of value to every session. I begin by building safety for vulnerability, using validation and grounding or relaxation practices. My work is strongly influenced by Brené Brown’s research, writing and lectures on shame resilience. I help clients develop more rewarding relationships with their emotions, both within themselves and in their relationships with others. I offer online therapy.