Functioning well doesn’t always mean feeling well.
Online Counselling for Vancouver, the Lower Mainland & Across BC
My Counselling Philosophy & Approach
Foundationally my work is rooted in my belief in Humanism and its core values. Humanism believes in the inherent worth and dignity of all people, and that reality is best understood through the lived experience of the client. This means that the meaning of our lives is not something that we uncover but rather have the responsibility to create.
Humanism believes that all people naturally grow towards being an integrated and whole person (even if we need some support along the way), and that the freedom of the individual to choose their own path towards authenticity and congruence is paramount. Therapy is grounded in the belief that empathy and unconditional positive regard for each other are healing and a mechanism for change.
While this philosophy guides my work, I do take a structured evidence-based approach. Depending on the client and their needs I incorporate Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy Narrative Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, IFS/parts work and Compassion Therapy.
As a Humanist I continue to work with a wide variety of people from all different walks of life and strive to create a safe space for everyone.
Peter Jamieson BAH, BEd, MHK, MA, RCC
