Vanya’s basket of skills weave together mindfulness, a body-centered and trauma-informed approach, along with deep nature connection. She holds a deeply compassionate and nourishing space for her clients that is both gentle and grounded.
Clients feel welcomed and valued in Vanya’s calm, supporting presence.
Vanya is a highly competent and respectful counsellor who holds kindness and curiousity as her gold standards. She is committed to honouring the unique qualities of each individual and helping them discover their own innate resources for well-being.
Vanya especially loves to work with individuals who want support with:
- Anxiety
- Grief/loss
- Stress/burnout
- Life transitions
- Pregnancy/Postpartum
- Reconnection with the natural world
Vanya also specializes in Nature Based Therapy to meet the needs of children (ages 6 and up), youth, and families who are seeking an alternative approach to mental health services.
Nature Based Therapy can help support clients with:
- Stress, anxiety and depression
- Trauma
- Family conflict and parenting support
- ADHD
- Grief and Loss
- Emotional regulation
- Challenges with social skills
- Life transitions and personal growth
- Reconnecting with the natural world
Vanya offers a free 15-minute introductory by phone, video or in person to see if you would be a good fit to work together.
Sessions are offered via in person on Salt Spring Island @ Madrona Integrative Health, online, over the phone or outdoors on local trails and parks.
