As past experiences/trauma, postpartum depression/anxiety, or relationship and couples challenges make it hard to move forward, counselling can help you feel more grounded and in control again. With 18 years of experience across Canada, Egypt, and The Netherlands, I provide culturally responsive therapeutic support to individuals, couples, and families navigating trauma, depression, relationship stress, reproductive mental health concerns, and major life transitions in a compassionate and collaborative space.
Opening pandora’s box of past traumatic memories and emotions is probably the most difficult thing you will ever do. It’s those very memories, and haunting thoughts and feelings that hold you down like an anchor and can surface in the form of anxiety, depression, low self-confidence, self-esteem and self-worth. I will be walking alongside
you to process and reconcile your past and feel grounded in your present.
A quote that really resonates with me is: "The greatest glory in living, lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." - Nelson Mandela
When it comes to mental health, you may fall into deep emotional holes feeling lost, confused, and alone. Yet, with every fall you can learn how to rise. This is where I come in as your Counsellor.
The most valuable part of seeking therapeutic support is the opportunity to speak to someone outside of your social circle in an environment free of judgment, opinions and unsolicited advice. I look forward to being that person for you. Together, we will ensure that you have the necessary tools in your toolbox to increase resiliency, feel empowered and to find a greater sense of purpose.
I Can Support You With:
• Anxiety and depression
• Trauma (including PTSD and complex trauma)
• Postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety
• Reproductive mental health (pregnancy, pregnancy loss, fertility
stress, adjustment to parenthood)
• Relationship and couples concerns (communication,
connection, transitions, infidelity)
• Life transitions and adjustment challenges
• Immigration and cross-cultural experiences
• Self-esteem, identity, and personal growth
What You Can Expect From Our Work Together:
• A safe, respectful, and non-judgmental environment
• Support at a pace that feels comfortable for you
• Practical tools to strengthen resilience and coping
• Help understanding patterns that may be holding you back
• Evidence-based strategies tailored to your needs
Therapeutic Approaches used in Sessions, include:
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET) – ‘used for trauma treatment’
• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
• Brief Eclectic Psychotherapy for PTSD (BEPP)
• Schema Therapy
• Solution-Focused Therapy
Sessions are offered virtually for your comfort and convenience. Services are available in both English and Arabic.
To Schedule a Consultation:
• Feel free to email me to schedule a time that best suits you for a 15 min phone consultation.
• During our call, we will have a chat about your concerns, goals and I can share more about my approach.
Email: heather@heartsaligncounselling.com
I look forward to connecting with you! 
Heather Awad Reaches
Vancouver BC
Clients throughout Alberta
Clients throughout British Columbia
Clients throughout Saskatchewan