Laura Ritzie, Counsellor

Laura has a M.Ed. in Counselling and has enjoyed a successful 20-year career, working in non-profit, school, hospice and private practice settings. Laura has experience working with children, youth, adults and families. Laura practices from a relational-cultural perspective, holding safe space for the curious exploration of challenges and collaboration toward desired outcomes/goals. Laura has experience working with grief, loss, anxiety, depression, and enjoys supporting client’s personal growth and development. Laura practices from a whole person, anti-oppression lens that incorporates holistic treatment modalities, including mindfulness, nature, music, and art therapy techniques along with traditional methods such as CBT and SFBT.

Laura also has a teaching degree and is a professional member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association.

Note: All counselling services conducted by Laura Ritzie are provided under the supervision of Laura Caird, Registered Psychologist.