Team Members

Thank you for finding us and for your curiosity in TherapEase Counselling. 

Since counselling/therapy involves being vulnerable with an entire stranger, I would like to take some time to introduce myself. I am Hayley, owner of a private therapy practice founded on the principle of bringing ease of access to mental health counselling/therapy.

I have a Master Degree in Social Work and as a Registered Clinical Social Worker, I am recognized by the Alberta College of Social Workers as having advanced standing as a clinical practitioner, skilled in assessing, diagnosing and providing psychotherapeutic interventions. In the province of Alberta, Social Workers are regulated professionals under the Health Professions Act which means we must be registered with a governing body to practice in Alberta. We must adhere to Standards of Practice and Ethical Guidelines set out by our governing body to ensure the highest quality of treatment for clients. 

When I launched TherapEase in 2019, I had an innate interest in mental health for well over a decade, which led me to work in the areas of child and adolescent mental health, domestic violence, disability, homelessness, as well as individual and group therapy with a focus on trauma. I have a wholehearted appreciation and adoration for the work I get to do. 

My approach is: intentional, calm, compassionate, direct, non-judgmental and kind. I am eager to support change and healing in each person. I have a passion for connecting with others, asking them questions they have never been asked before, and helping others discover their full potential. 

I see my role as a counsellor to help you discover solutions to your own problems, not solve them for you; acting as a guide in your decision-making process, not making decisions for you; being curious about you and your issue, not judging or blaming you for where you find yourself today; and creating a safe, confidential  space for you to discuss your difficulties, not avoid talking about your difficulties; building self-reliance and self-sufficiency, not giving advice on what you ought to do. 

I consider it a privilege to work as a social worker and counsellor and see myself as a lifelong learner in the process. I have no hidden agenda, and I don't submit to the idea of "fixing" you: you are not broken. I do, however, want to create a space for you to look inward and make changes to better yourself so that you can reach your full potential. Likewise, I am continually looking for ways to better myself and improve my work as a counsellor.

I look forward to walking with you, down whichever path you choose. 

Best, 

Hayley

CERTIFICATIONS & TRAININGS 

• Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) 

• Clinical Traumatologist 

• Clinical Supervision

• Internal Family Systems (IFS)

• Polyvagal Theory for Trauma Recovery

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i)

• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

• Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)

• Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) 

• Mindfulness for Anxiety & Sleep

• Solution-Focused Brief Therapy

• Grief & Bereavement

• Depression Treatment 

• Inner Child Healing

• Motivational Interviewing 

• Attachment & Trauma 

• Prolonged Exposure Therapy