‘Whole Person’ & Heart-Centred
At FindHeart Counselling, we believe in a ‘whole person’ and heart-centred approach to therapy. We strive to address all aspects of your experience — physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. As such, our work incorporates not only your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours but your physical and spiritual experiences too.
At the core of our practice is the idea of being heart-centred — patient, inclusive, gentle, compassionate, and nonjudgmental. We believe that the most sustainable and long-lasting gains are made in a safe and trusting environment, where your pace and comfort are respected.
Safe & Inclusive Space
People of all genders, sexual orientations, ages, religions, political beliefs, socioeconomic status, colour, race, ethnicity, health status, and physical and mental abilities are welcomed and celebrated at FindHeart Counselling. We do our absolute best to create a space that is trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, safe, and accessible for individuals of diverse needs and life experiences — whether you identify as a person with a Developmental or Physical Disability, Mental Illness, or Sensory Sensitivity (to name a few).
We are proud to be a part of the Queer Care Collective, a group of counsellors, therapists, coaches, and body-workers committed to creating a space where all are welcome. All of our practitioners hold a vision of community as a space where we might be seen in the fullest expression of ourselves, where we can heal and grow together. All of our practitioners are inclusive and skilled in working with folks of all gender identities and sexual orientations.



Trauma-Informed Care
When a person has experienced trauma in their life, they are at risk of being re-traumatized in social service and health care settings. This is why seeking care from trauma-informed care providers is so fundamental to a person’s healing.
At FindHeart Counselling, we challenge the prevalent idea that the challenges a person faces are the result of a mere character flaw. Instead, we get curious about what happened in a person’s life to make certain behaviours and coping strategies make sense. We also consider systemic oppression and intergenerational/historic trauma.
Central to the impact of trauma is the violation of safety and trust. At every step of our service delivery, we strive to create an atmosphere of safety, trust, and transparency. Also central to the impact of trauma is a lack of power and control. To address this we use a collaborative and empowering approach that honours the choice and voice of our clients.
Therapeutic Framework
- Somatic Experiencing (SE) — A body-oriented therapy that helps release and resolve trauma by focusing on the body’s physical sensations rather than re-telling the traumatic story. It works by gently guiding individuals to track and discharge stored survival energy, allowing the nervous system to restore its natural regulation and resilience.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) — A therapeutic approach that views the mind as made up of different ‘parts’, each with its own perspective and role, and a core ‘Self’ that is inherently compassionate and capable of healing. Through IFS, individuals learn to access their Self to understand, unburden, and harmonize their parts, fostering emotional healing and internal balance.
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) — Helps individuals develop psychological flexibility by accepting difficult emotions, distancing from unhelpful thoughts, and committing to actions aligned with their values. It integrates mindfulness and behaviour change techniques to foster a rich and meaningful life despite challenges.
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) — A structured, evidence-based approach that helps individuals identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours to improve emotional well-being. It focuses on developing practical coping strategies through techniques like cognitive restructuring, exposure therapy, and behavioural activation.
- Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) — A therapeutic approach designed to help individuals manage intense emotions, improve interpersonal relationships, and build distress tolerance skills. It combines cognitive-behavioural techniques with mindfulness practices to promote emotional regulation and acceptance while addressing self-destructive behaviours.
- Family Systems Therapy — Views the family as an interconnected system where each member’s behaviours and emotions influence the whole group. It focuses on identifying and changing dysfunctional patterns to improve relationships, communication, and overall family dynamics.
- Attachment-based Therapy — Focuses on exploring and healing relational wounds by addressing how early attachment experiences shape emotional and interpersonal patterns. Through a secure therapeutic relationship, clients develop healthier attachment strategies, fostering emotional regulation, self-compassion, and more fulfilling relationships.
- Mindfulness Therapy — A therapeutic approach that helps individuals become more aware of their thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations in the present moment, without judgment. It encourages self-compassion and acceptance, which can lead to reduced stress, improved emotional regulation, and enhanced overall well-being.
- Transpersonal Therapy — Integrates spiritual and transcendent aspects of the human experience with traditional therapeutic approaches, focusing on personal growth, self-actualization, and a deeper sense of connection to oneself and the universe. It emphasizes the exploration of consciousness, inner wisdom, and the transformative potential of peak experiences, aiming for healing at the soul level.
Photo by Giulia Bertelli on Unsplash