Vanya is a Registered Clinical Counsellor, a Certified Hakomi Practitioner and an IFS-informed (Internal Family Systems) Therapist. Vanya’s basket of skills weave together mindfulness, a body-centered and trauma-informed approach, along with deep nature connection. She holds a deeply compassionate and nourishing space for her clients that is both gentle and grounded.  Clients feel welcomed and valued in Vanya’s calm, supporting presence. 

Vanya is a highly competent and respectful counsellor who holds kindness and curiousity as her gold standards. She is committed to honoring the unique qualities of each individual and helping them discover their own innate resources for well-being. Vanya has facilitated and run outdoor forest programs for kids and families for over 15 years. She brings her knowledge and experience to clients both in the office setting and outdoors where she supports clients to reconnect with themselves and the natural world.  Whether you are healing from a trauma, anxious about this stage in your life, or adapting to a changing world, working with Vanya can help you cultivate a more meaningful life and develop skills to navigate the challenges.

Website: www.vanyalaporte.com
Email: vanya.laporte@gmail.com