Wholehearted Story

Wholeheartedness, compassion, and community are the three core values of our clinic, guiding how choices are made, how the roles of counsellors and clients are perceived, and how we understand the process of change. One key part of this has been collaboration with other professionals and community members, working together in order to best serve our clients. 

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​Emily’s journey to become a counsellor began as she experienced the impact of compassion and authentic connection in her own life. These interactions motivated her to study, train, and absorb all she could about how our relational and internal worlds shape how we experience distress, resilience, and identity. Now as a counsellor, Emily sought to shape a clinic space that fosters this kind of authenticity and growth--for clients and counsellors alike. She continues to be amazed by people’s innate capacity for healing in the face of suffering.​

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Outside the counselling room, Emily enjoys day-to-day life in Maple Ridge---trying new recipes with her family, getting into The Great Outdoors, and slowing down to enjoy music.

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If you want to explore more about our approach and more resources, head over to our counselling blog.