Leona Westra, RCC, MCP
(She/Her)
About Me
Are you tired of the distress and pain in your life and are looking for answers to gain back some control? You may want a way to reduce your pain and suffering, limit the influence trauma has on your life, and break the chains that are preventing you from living your life the way you want to. There is a path forward where you can find healing and a better way of living. I will bring an honest, compassionate, and caring stance to our work together. I strive to provide a space where your emotions are welcome, and you can be real about your pain and suffering. I will be there with you, listening to your pain and suffering while helping you gain the insights, skills, and strategies to get you to a better place and enhance your life. I use my lived experience with chronic pain, trauma, and childhood emotional neglect combined with professional knowledge and advanced training to help you overcome your struggles and challenges. I will meet you where you are in your healing journey. We can work at a pace that is right for you and your nervous system. We can also create enough safety to effectively perform the transformative work needed to achieve the goals you are bringing to therapy. I believe you can overcome the experiences and burdens you have been carrying for too long. I will be there to support and encourage you through your healing journey. Ultimately, I want to help you improve or rebuild your life based on what’s most important to you. I have advanced training in implementing EMDR with • Chronic Pain • Complex PTSD • Dissociative Disorders • Addictions and Substance Use Disorders • Neglect • Panic Attacks and Disorders • Grief • Pregnancy • First Responders and Trauma-Exposed Professionals I can combine EMDR with the following therapies: • Pain Reprocessing Therapy • CBT, DBT, and other cognitive therapies • Mindfulness • Polyvagal Theory • Somatic therapies • Flash Technique • Self-compassion Please book a free 15-minute consultation through my website to learn how I can help you.
Education & Experience
Master of Counselling Psychology from Adler University Bachelor of Arts, majoring in Psychology from Athabasca University
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors EMDR Canada
Specialty Area
- Abuse/Neglect
- Addictions
- Alcohol/Substance Abuse
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Chronic Illness/Medical Issues
- Chronic Pain
- Depression
- Domestic Violence
- Grief/Loss/Mourning
- Headaches/Migraines
- Mood Disorders
- Moral Injury
- Motor Vehicle Accidents
- Phobias
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Self-Harm
- Sleep Disorders
- Somatic Issues
- Spirituality
- Stress Management
- Survivor's Guilt
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adults
- First Responders
- Seniors
- Underserved
- Veterans/Military
Language
- English
Insurance
- Sliding Scale
FHNA, CVAP