Becca Smith

***Currently NOT accepting new clients at this time***

Counselling is a deeply personal experience. A therapy relationship is built on a foundation of trust and trust is built over time as we gain knowledge and experience of another person.

With 25 years of experience working with adults, youth and families in a variety of clinical settings, I have come to understand the power of therapeutic alliance - or the bond between therapist and client. I am highly focused on co-creating relationships rooted in acceptance and compassion and strive to create an environment of safety and inclusivity so that each client can explore their areas of concern and fully heal. I am skilled helping clients heal from the effects of chronic stress, adversity in childhood and traumatic events. I often work with issues of attachment, anxiety and mood disorders, disordered eating, substance use issues, parenting/separation, complicated grief, loss and more.    ​

I hold a Masters of Social Work Degree from the University of British Columbia (2004) and I am a Registered Social Worker in the Province of British Columbia (since 2009). My undergraduate studies include; a Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Victoria (1999) and a Joint Bachelor of Arts in Native Studies and Anthropology from Trent University (1996). My experience working cross culturally is wide ranging; I am an approved mental health provider for First Nation's Health Authority and the Crime Victims Assistance Program (CVAP).

My approach is trauma informed and integrates a variety of cognitive and body-oriented therapies; including focusing, somatic experiencing, internal family systems, cognitive behavioral therapy and psychodynamic therapy. I support clients to gain insight, self-compassion and learn new ways to increase the capacity in their nervous system in order to experience vitality, joy and a basic sense of aliveness. My passion supporting others in their healing process spans across decades and is fueled by the transformation I have experienced in my personal healing journey and in the lives of hundreds of clients over the years. I welcome you to reach out to schedule an appointment or to arrange a no cost 15 minute complimentary phone consultation to explore if we may be a fit. I am pleased to welcome both new and returning clients.