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Clinical Supervision and Consultation

What is consultation and supervision?

Counselling consultation and supervision is a collaborative process that serves several purposes, including the evaluation and exploration of skills and knowledge, the promotion of the consultee’s professional identity and competency, and exploration of case conceptualization and counselling theory.

Who am I? What are my qualifications as a supervisor and who do I supervise?

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and BCACC Approved Clinical Supervisor with over 12 years of experience in private practice, specializing in trauma and attachment-based therapy. My clinical work draws primarily on Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and somatic approaches. I have worked extensively with adults experiencing complex trauma, including military veterans and individuals struggling with substance use disorders. I also have extensive training and experience in psychedelic-assisted therapy, particularly cannabis-assisted psychotherapy, and provide consultation, preparation, and integration support in this field.
I have been providing clinical supervision for over four years, and have worked with Master's-level practicum students and practising therapists seeking to deepen their clinical skills, confidence, and professional development. I believe the supervisory relationship itself is central to meaningful professional growth, and strive to create a collaborative, trusting environment where curiosity, honest reflection, and exploration of the therapist's own internal processes are welcomed. My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and grounded in the belief that our development as therapists is inseparable from our growth as human beings. I have been married for over 36 years and am the mother of four adult children and a grandmother, bringing a rich breadth of personal and professional life experience to my work.
Working together necessitates that we both uphold the code of ethics and standards of practice of our profession (e.g., BCACC, CCPA). I maintain professional liability insurance, and request that you do the same.

“In her role as my clinical supervisor, Mary has been an incredibly valued source of wisdom and guidance. She provides a non-judgemental space where I feel supported to explore opportunities for growth, as well as expansion of my skill set. Mary always inspires confidence as I continue developing my identity as a new therapist.”

-L.