Heather Andersen

Heather, a former educator, made a mid-life career switch to get her master’s in counselling psychology and work in the mental health field as a clinical counsellor. She works with an integrated approach but leans heavily into Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) - with the cheer of Solution Focused Therapy.

These approaches focus a lot on understanding biological factors of mental well-being, acceptance, and the strengths of the client as they work towards change. The process with these approaches can sometimes be more directive, have more psychoeducation, and personal work between sessions.

The client’s goal is reached with dedication, growth and maybe some tears, laughter, and salty language.

Treatment Specialties:

• ADHD / Executive Function

• Anxiety / Depression

• Personality Disorders

• Substance use issues

• Emotional Regulation &Interpersonal Skills

Types of Therapy:

• Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)

• Strength-based

• Positive Psychology

• Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

Treatment Modality - Individual

• Adults 18+

• Comfortable with ages 6 – 18

• Diverse Abilities

Heather has also managed to combine her love of education, passion for mental health and removing stigma at a community level by becoming a Mental Health First Aid Facilitator, licensed through Mental Health Commission of Canada to provide Standard MHFA training (Virtual and Face-to-face).