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		<title>Shelley Stevenson, RTC #2819</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Shelley Stevenson B.A. (Sociology), M.A. (IHM), RTC #2819  I am a registered therapeutic counsellor (RTC) and a graduate of Clearmind International’s Practitioners Training Program in transpersonal counselling. Having experienced first hand the transformational impact counseling can have, I founded my private practice as a way of supporting others in living more connective, deeply meaningful and [&#8230;]</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Overwhelm and Anxiety Support Rachel Clark RTC -Resilience &#38; Calm Specialist Do you struggle with anxiety that affects how you turn up for yourself in your day to day relationships? Are you finding it hard to see a way forward, wondering when things will feel lighter again? Do you wonder when or how it will [&#8230;]</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>I offer a warm, relational space for people who want to better understand themselves, feel more grounded, and create meaningful, lasting change. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck in patterns they can’t quite shift, or caught between overthinking and emotional intensity. You might already have insight into your experiences, yet still [&#8230;]</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>I support deep feelers and highly sensitives in navigating intense emotions, healing core wounds, and building embodied safety. Using somatic, emotion-focused, and parts-based therapy, I help you reconnect with your authenticity, your power and you magic.  </p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome, If you’ve done a lot of inner work yet still find yourself looping through familiar patterns, there’s a gentle way to explore what’s underneath without overwhelming your system. This is a space where all parts of you are welcome, and where your body, pace, and lived experience guide the work. I work with somatic [&#8230;]</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>My approach is grounded in empathy, gentleness and deep presence, integrating a diverse range of therapeutic modalities. Every session is client centered, following your natural rhythm, honouring your autonomy, and working collaboratively to support your growth and well-being. Whether you’re seeking clarity, healing, empowerment, or simply a space to be yourself, you will be met [&#8230;]</p>
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		<title>Laura Shaw RTC #4032</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome, I deeply believe that the connection between therapist and client is itself a healing component, and that finding the right fit is essential for both of us. So a little about me: I am a person-centred, mindfulness-based, and trauma-informed counsellor who believes that healing unfolds in the presence of safety, compassion, and genuine connection. [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://counsellor-directory.acctcounsellor.com/listing/laura-shaw-rtc-4032/">Laura Shaw RTC #4032</a> appeared first on <a href="https://counsellor-directory.acctcounsellor.com">ACCT Counsellor Directory</a>.</p>
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		<title>Kaitlin McManus, MTC #3998</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2025 00:10:10 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Kaitlin McManus MTC, RP, LPAT, is a Master Therapeutic Counsellor, Registered Psychotherapist, and Licensed Professional Art Therapist. She has been in practice for 5 years and graduated from the Canadian International Institute of Art Therapy in 2020, as a clinical Art Psychotherapist. Kaitlin has also done extensive training in Trauma Informed Somatic Psychotherapy. She specializes [&#8230;]</p>
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