I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), a member of the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC) and I hold a MA in Bibliotherapy, which is a psychodynamic form of Art Therapy. I am also trained in Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness Stress Reduction, Mother-Infant Observation and Violence Prevention and Intervention at the Vancouver Battered Women Support Services (BWSS).
Along with my psychodynamic approach, I integrate CBT and bibliotherapy, in accordance to the client’s needs and preferences.
For the last nine years, I have worked in numerous multi-cultural environments. I have supported adults, children and at-risk youth, in many areas including parenting, anxiety, depression and stressful life transitions. I also facilitated groups of adults in rehab centers who are struggling with drug addiction.
As a counsellor I work together with the client to help them locate their inner answers and skills and bring them to the surface. We work together as
co-authors to re-write their personal stories in order to shine a light on their strengths, abilities and talents that would otherwise remain hidden.
I engage clients with empathy and acceptance within a safe and respectful environment. I practice collaborative work with clients and enjoy working with people from diverse backgrounds and lifestyles.
I believe in social justice and accessible mental health to all. I volunteer at the the Battered Women Support Services (BWSS) in Vancouver.
If you would like to know more, please contact me to book an initial consultation over the phone.
Lily Shalev (MA, RCC) 