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Tara Blake

ABBOTSFORD THERAPIST

RCC

 Counselling

MY APPROACH

Are you facing adversity, painful emotions, difficult relationships, a diminished sense of self, or past traumas? Do you judge yourself harshly, and feel stuck or lost? I believe that we all have resilience and strength to cope with life's challenges of unpredictability and overwhelming experiences. With the right type of counselling it is possible to discover a sense of ownership and insight into yourself where profound embodied change can occur.

 

As a trauma-informed and relational counsellor, I will listen and go at your pace. I lead with the values of acceptance, collaboration, and empowerment so that you feel truly supported and safe. I work with clients on a variety of issues including grief and loss, depression, anxiety, OCD, divorce, aging, and personal development. I have specialized in working with PTSD and complex trauma related to abuse or partner violence.

 

I offer authentic empathy to clients living through difficult times. Together we can explore your overwhelming or confusing experiences and gain clarity about your unique path. Courage is required to start counselling or build an alliance with a new counsellor and I am honoured to be invited into that process.

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Counselling Rates

INDIVIDUAL COUNSELLING

$140.00

COUPLES COUNSELLING

$160.00

Availability

WEDNESDAY

5:00PM - 8:00PM

THURSDAY

11:30 AM - 8:00 PM

FRIDAY

11:30AM - 6:00PM

SATRUDAY

9:00AM - 4:30PM

MY APPROACH

Trauma-informed Practice, Relationally Focused,
Narrative Therapy,
Person-centred Therapy,

Emotion-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy and Mindfulness-based Practice

AREAS OF PRACTISE

Grief, loss, Depression

Anxiety & OCD, Trauma, abuse, PTSD, Partner violence/domestic abuse, First responders, Divorce & Separation, Pain or illness

Personal development and, career change, Aging, Menopause, & adjusting to an empty nest

POPULATIONS

Women, Men,
Youth 16+, Elders

AGE GROUPS

Youth 16+
Young Adults
Adults
Elders

APPROVED FOR

Direct Billing 

Crime Victim Assistance

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Education & 

PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS

British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors, Registration # 21943

Master’s Degree in Counselling (MCP), City University

Bachelor’s of Arts in Psychology (BA), University of the Fraser Valley

Trauma Sensitive Yoga Training, Vancouver BC

First Responders
Health Certification

I'M PASSIONATE ABOUT...

I enjoy spending as much time as I can with my adult children and their families who are a central part of my life, they bring me significant meaning and joy. I have a mischievous dog who has stollen my heart as well. 
 

When I have spare time I practice my skills in cultivating both indoor and outdoor plants, which is an ongoing challenge. To unwind and relax I engage in knitting and sewing, hobbies I’ve pursued for many years and that I find creative and rewarding. As a detail-oriented person, I prefer to approach tasks methodically and take my time to ensure quality in everything I do.

I also continue to deepen my understanding of the human experience through ongoing learning about interesting scientific research, particularly in the field of neuroscience.

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