Shawn Vickar he/him M.A.C.P., R.C.C.

May 2

He/Him

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Hi, I’m Shawn!

First, let me congratulate you on making the decision to look for a counsellor. Finding a counsellor that’s a good fit for you can be intimidating sometimes- especially if this might be your first time seeing a counsellor or you’ve had an unhelpful experience previously. That said, let me encourage you that you’re taking a great step by exploring counselling!

Do you find that you can relate anything along these lines?

- Why do I worry about so many things?

- I wish I had someone to talk to.

- I used to go and socialize with friends, now I just want to stay home.

- My thoughts are out of control.

- Why can’t I control my emotions?

- Why am I so irritable?

- I’m so stressed, I don’t know what to do.

- Things have gotten difficult in my relationship with my partner.

- I’m trying to work through some of the difficult things that have happened in my life.

- I’d like to be healthier mentally, emotionally, and/or physically.

People see a counsellor for so many different reasons; the good news is that a journey of change, growth, meaning, and healing is possible for us all. Approaching counselling as a relationship where we work together, I offer a warm, empathy-based, and non-judgmental experience to clients as they pursue their goals for therapy.

Drawing from a diverse foundation of education and experience in psychology, theology, and leadership, I aim to tailor the counselling journey to the unique needs of each individual client or couple with care and attention.

Areas that I support clients include but are not limited to:

- Anxiety & Depression

- Stress Management

- Emotional Regulation & Coping Skills

- Relationships

- Grief & Loss

- Life transitions

- Couples Therapy

- Religious Deconstruction

- Trauma & PTSD

Additionally, I am pleased to offer therapy as a General EMDR Practitioner and I am happy to incorporate EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) into individual or couple’s sessions as needed.

To find out more about EMDR, please click here.

When working with couples, I also bring specialized training having completed Level 2 training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy©.

With individuals and couples alike, I incorporate various research-based approaches of treatment that will work best with my clients.

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC #21365) with a master’s degree in counselling psychology from Yorkville University. It would be my pleasure to meet you and explore your goals for counselling together.