Adéle is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (RCC #21131). She has completed a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) from Yorkville University.

Clinical counselling is a second career, as she was an anesthesiologist before moving to Canada. Adéle’s medical background provides her with a scientific basis for understanding people. At the same time, her life experiences and personal journey have opened the door to a more holistic approach to life and mental well-being. She has developed a curiosity for things that are not easily measurable and believes people are never too old to learn new skills and undergo change!

Adéle’s approach to people and the issues that challenge them are nonjudgmental and non-pathologizing.

She integrates interventions from various counselling theories to ensure an individualized, person-centered, and flexible approach for each client, upholding their dignity and worth. She uses evidence-based, peer-reviewed therapies and empowers her clients by sharing information so that they can collaborate on the treatment plan and know what to expect.

Adéle is participating in ongoing training in Somatic Experiencing® (SE). She is excited to incorporate a somatic approach alongside traditional counselling theories and talk therapy if appropriate. Adéle is curious about how life stories and memories impact behaviours, thoughts, and emotions. She is interested in how traumatic memories are stored in people’s bodies and how a somatic approach can help build emotional capacity to facilitate healing and build resiliency to live fuller lives.

Outside of professional commitments, Adéle enjoys spending time with her family and two dogs, reading fiction, playing the violin and viola, and practicing karate.

Adéle’s warm, authentic, and kind demeanour help clients feel comfortable meeting her.

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