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Moving from suffering to flourishing
Life can feel complicated and hard sometimes. Having a place to process difficult emotions in the safety of a trusted relationship can make a big difference. Together, we can work though your challenges so life feels more manageable.
I am committed to offering that space that allows for exploration and healing through an anti-oppressive, trauma-responsive, and strengths-based lens. In our work together, you are the expert and we move at a pace that feels safe and comfortable for you.
In my clinical work, I lean heavily on the following evidence based approaches: NARM (Neuro Affective Relational Model), AEDP (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy), Safe and Sound Protocol (Polyvagal), and attachment based modalities.
My experiences as a First Generation kid, and being raised with cultural beliefs that family relations are of the utmost importance, made it tricky to find counselling that was a good fit. I found myself having to explain why some therapeutic interventions weren’t helpful, or in fact harmful at times, because it didn’t take into account my unique context or my cultural worldview. For this reason, I am committed to creating a space that is anti-racist, safe for those who have experienced discrimination because of their gender or sexuality, and affirming of neurodiversity.
Welcome, I’m Yumiko.
I can help with:
Stress
Anxiety
Depression
Childhood adversity (developmental trauma)
Cultural and racial identity
Low self-esteem
Services
Individual Counselling
I would love the opportunity to explore the roots of your struggles and concerns with you. By doing so, we can begin to alleviate the suffering you may be experiencing. Now offering the Safe and Sound Protocol.
Community Consulting
I offer group consultations to support growth in topics such as: infant development, infant mental health, the effects of intergenerational trauma on development, and early childhood trauma.
TESTIMONIAL
I have had the privilege of working alongside Yumiko in varying capacities over the last 10 years, and witnessing the incredible work she does to uplift and support children and families in their development and wholistic wellness. Yumiko is a knowledgeable, attuned, and engaging facilitator and speaker, and carries a beautiful ability to connect with families in a trauma informed and culturally safe way.
—Ashley Simpson, Research Analyst, First Nations Health Authority
