Hello

Kelly Hawreliak 

Indigenous Trauma Therapist 

Edmonton Office 

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Bio/Background: I am an Indigenous Intern taking my Master of Counselling at City University of Seattle. I have been in the human services field for over 22 years, supporting Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples, including LGBTQ2S+ and other culturally diverse populations. I have experience as a Cultural Connector and Circle Keeper, including facilitating cultural competence training, cultural sensitivity, and Practise as Ceremony (Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society). I have experience working with children, youth, adults, and families focusing on intergenerational trauma, grief and loss, parenting, substance use and multiple forms of abuse (sexual, family/partner violence).

 

It can be difficult to seek help when you are facing challenges in life, that is why it is important to find someone you will feel comfortable with. I am honoured every day to walk alongside people on their healing journey. It is my goal to create a safe and comfortable environment to offer support to you, whether it is your first time counseling or you are continuing your personal journey. I work from a holistic lens, I am trained in EMDR, solution focused therapy, and Attachment theory (psychodynamic perspective).

 

Qualifications and training: I have an undergrad degree in Child and Youth Care; EMDR; Solution Focused Brief Therapy; Trauma informed care; Traditional Parenting (Janet Fox). I have experience as a cultural connector and supervisor of Indigenous cultural support services programs.

 

Type of clients: Children (5+), youth and adults; parent-child and families.

Hours of availability with Telehealth and In-Person:  Fridays 9-12pm and 2-5pm  

To Book: https://oab.owlpractice.ca/indigenouspsych/booking?therapist_id=10