Please note that all Associate Counsellors are independent contractors, not employees of FreeMind Therapy.
Sita Piers, BSW, RSW
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QUALIFICATIONS
I am an Associate Counsellor with FreeMind Therapy, a Registered Social Worker, and a Rapid Resolution Therapy practitioner, with over 20 years of experience in mental health and counselling. I hold a Bachelor of Social Work degree from the University of the Fraser Valley in BC, Canada, and I am a member of the BC Association of Social Workers. I have extensive training in various evidence-based therapy modalities, plus 60 hours of intensive classroom training in Rapid Resolution Therapy. I specialize in relationships, abuse, attachment issues, addiction, sexual health and life transitions. Currently, I am seeing adults, youth and children (pre-school age & up, based on consultation) for virtual therapy. |
PHILOSOPHY OF PRACTICE
My intention for you is to help you live your best life possible, free of negative patterns, thinking, or behaviours, and to help you develop a better future with the tools and resources to succeed independently. Over the years I have worked with many people and can truly say that my drive today, to see my clients thrive is just as strong as it was when I started. I utilize a goal-oriented and compassion-based approach to counselling with a culturally sensitive, systems-lens, and bring both personal and professional experience to the table. The approaches that inform my practice include Person-Centred Therapy, Family Systems, Rapid Resolution Therapy (RRT), Satir Counselling, Adjustment Counselling, Play and Art Therapy, career coaching, personal development, Crisis Intervention, and Feminist Theory.
BACKGROUND
I have worked in the mental health field for many years, and am passionate about helping people resolve problems and achieve their personal goals. I have experience supporting clients from a wide variety of socio-economic backgrounds, whether it's adults, children, adolescents, families, seniors, gender minorities, chronic illness, caregivers, pregnancy, or indigenous people. I have experience as a counsellor in private practice, inpatient general psychiatry, adolescent psychiatry and education, outreach programs for child & infant wellness, the justice system, case management, community/outpatient mental health, and hospitals (critical care, emergency). In my spare time, I enjoy being outdoors, gardening, traveling the world, and spending time with my children and grandchildren.
AREAS OF PRACTICE
Issues that I specialize in addressing with my clients include, but aren't limited to:
My intention for you is to help you live your best life possible, free of negative patterns, thinking, or behaviours, and to help you develop a better future with the tools and resources to succeed independently. Over the years I have worked with many people and can truly say that my drive today, to see my clients thrive is just as strong as it was when I started. I utilize a goal-oriented and compassion-based approach to counselling with a culturally sensitive, systems-lens, and bring both personal and professional experience to the table. The approaches that inform my practice include Person-Centred Therapy, Family Systems, Rapid Resolution Therapy (RRT), Satir Counselling, Adjustment Counselling, Play and Art Therapy, career coaching, personal development, Crisis Intervention, and Feminist Theory.
BACKGROUND
I have worked in the mental health field for many years, and am passionate about helping people resolve problems and achieve their personal goals. I have experience supporting clients from a wide variety of socio-economic backgrounds, whether it's adults, children, adolescents, families, seniors, gender minorities, chronic illness, caregivers, pregnancy, or indigenous people. I have experience as a counsellor in private practice, inpatient general psychiatry, adolescent psychiatry and education, outreach programs for child & infant wellness, the justice system, case management, community/outpatient mental health, and hospitals (critical care, emergency). In my spare time, I enjoy being outdoors, gardening, traveling the world, and spending time with my children and grandchildren.
AREAS OF PRACTICE
Issues that I specialize in addressing with my clients include, but aren't limited to:
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Services
Individual counselling (virtual only)
Clientele
Adults | Youth | Children (pre-school age and up)
Rate
Free 15min Phone or Video Consults
$115 - 50min session
$300 - 2.25hr Rapid Resolution Therapy Intensive
$150 - Home Visit Sessions
Payment
Credit Card
Interac E-Transfer (transfers must be made prior to session)
Coverage
Some Extended Health Plans (check with yours)
Metis Nation BC
Crime Victim Assistance (no direct billing; reimbursement model)
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations can be made at least 24hrs prior to the booked session, without charge.
After that, the full fee is due.
Direct Contact
sita@therapyvancouver.ca
Services
Individual counselling (virtual only)
Clientele
Adults | Youth | Children (pre-school age and up)
Rate
Free 15min Phone or Video Consults
$115 - 50min session
$300 - 2.25hr Rapid Resolution Therapy Intensive
$150 - Home Visit Sessions
Payment
Credit Card
Interac E-Transfer (transfers must be made prior to session)
Coverage
Some Extended Health Plans (check with yours)
Metis Nation BC
Crime Victim Assistance (no direct billing; reimbursement model)
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations can be made at least 24hrs prior to the booked session, without charge.
After that, the full fee is due.
Direct Contact
sita@therapyvancouver.ca
TESTIMONIALS
FOUND PEACE
"Sita helped me during a very dark time in my life. I felt like she didn't judge me and I felt safe to share things I would normally have felt uncomfortable sharing. I was able to find peace about some things I was carrying for a long time and I am so grateful for the time I she spent with me". (CHERYL)
FOUND DIRECTION
"I was struggling with direction in my life and having a hard time making decisions. The sessions were useful and gave me support to make some important personal decisions. I feel like I now have new tools to help myself be more decisive. I would recommend Sita for counselling". (JEFF)