About Me

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Shay Bordeleau, MA RCC

Hi there! I'm Shay, a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC). I chose to become a counsellor because I always felt that there was something missing in any role I held, which was the ability to provide emotional support. Since becoming a counsellor, I have had the honor of witnessing such courage, resilience, and growth in my clients. When I'm not in session with clients, I like to take my toddler to the park, spend time outdoors with my family, try new restaurants, or binge-watch a good TV show (when I can find time). I would be happy to walk beside you on your path towards healing.

Education

  • As a Registered Clinical Counsellor # 21410 with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors
  • Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University 
  • Bachelor of Arts Major in Psychology from Vancouver Island University
  • Certificate in Addiction Studies from Vancouver Island University

Training

  • Traumatic Loss Facilitator Training
  • Linda Thai's Advanced Somatic Trauma Treatment Method 
  • Healing Trauma and Addiction: Dr. Gabor Mate
  • Gottman Method Couple's Therapy Level 1
  • Perinatal Grief & Loss
  • San'yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy for Grief

Therapeutic Approaches

  • Somatic/Body-Based techniques
  • Trauma-Informed
  • Internal Family Systems/Parts Work
  • Gottman Method for couples therapy
  • Emotionally-Focused therapy
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
  • Person-Centered