Helen Francis, BscN MSW RCSW

Registered Clinical Social Worker
Suite 205-2902 West Broadway, Vancouver , British Columbia, V6K 2G8
Phone: 778-996-6985
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Session Fees: $180. per 50-60 minute session. Sliding scale available. Free 15 minute phone consultation
This member is also available for online counseling.
Online-counseling methods: Phone, Webcam

Professional Biography

I have always been interested in the overall health of individuals, couples and families. I became a family therapist following a career in nursing. The teaching and counseling roles in my nursing career led me to studies in Family Systems Theory and completing a Master of Social Work degree. I have worked as a family therapist for over 30 years, first in a treatment centre for preschool children and private practice and later on a Family Health Team. I have taught Family Systems Theory and supervised students in their clinical work. I am a trained Mindfulness and Mindful Self-Compassion teacher and have also lead courses in parenting and family of origin.

As a recognized, respected and trusted family therapist, I bring a calm, compassionate and non-judgmental approach to working with clients. I work together with you to explore ways of coping with challenges and learn more about how past experiences from your family of origin may be impacting your perception of the current life situation. I am so grateful to have the privilege of walking with clients and to witness their transformational change.

I Can Help You With:

Strengthening your sense of self
Relationship challenges
Anxiety
Depression
Coping with chronic health issues
Improving family relationships
Working through loss and grief
Addictions recovery
Healing past trauma

Benefits of Therapy With Me:

Enjoying more harmonious relationships with family members, partner, friends, and colleagues
Having a stronger sense of self
Learning coping skills to manage anxiety, depression and chronic health conditions
Having a safe witness to your struggles
Finding solutions to current life challenges
Creating ongoing, lasting change
Calm, compassionate, non-judgmental approach
Healing emotional pain
Gentle challenging of existing perceptions through thought-provoking inquiry
Over 10 years' experience in nursing
28 years' experience as a family therapist

I Incorporate the Following Approaches:

Counseling
Family Systems Therapy
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Psychotherapy
Mindfulness
Mindful Self-Compassion

Cost:

$180 per 50-60 minute session for individuals, couples and families
Receipts are issued which can be used to claim the cost of sessions as a medical expense
Some Employee Assistance plans and Extended Health plans cover the cost of my services
A sliding scale is available on a case by case basis
Free initial 15 minute phone consultation

Location:

Suite 205 - 2902 West Broadway
Wheelchair accessible
On a major bus route
Street parking available
778-996-6985

Education:

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of British Columbia
Bachelor of Social Work, University of British Columbia
Master of Social Work, University of British Columbia
Certificate in Specialization in Family Systems Therapy, Pacific Coast Family Therapy Training Association
Certificate for Training in Mindfulness, Ottawa Mindfulness Clinic
Certificate in Mindful Self-Compassion Teacher Training, University of California San Diego Center for Mindfulness
Certificate in EMDR, Levels 1 and 2, EMDR Institute

Professional Affiliation:

Registered Clinical Social Worker, BC College of Social Workers

Helen Francis Reaches

Vancouver BC

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