Haylie Griffiths Counselling

Haylie Griffiths RCC, CCC

They/Them

Who am I?

As a queer, non-binary, chronically ill, AuDHD, and consensually non-monogamous gremlin (oops, I mean human), I wholeheartedly understand the frustration of navigating a world where people who are different, are othered. I began my journey in counselling on the other side of the room, as a client, and do this work because I honestly believe in the difference it can make in people's lives. This perspective has allowed me to be real with clients, empathize with their struggles, and even offer pieces of my own story when it's appropriate. I am here in the room with you, not as the expert, but as a friendly presence who has had similar experiences, offering you what I've learned along the way. I am also here to learn with you, I don't know everything and sometimes I get it wrong, but I am dedicated to growing and learning so that I can show up in my best capacity for you.

I also want to acknowledge my privilege as a white, cisgender/able-bodied passing person. It is my responsibility and commitment to use this privilege to advocate for diversity and inclusion in all spaces.

Registered Clinical Counsellor through the BCACC #25623

Certified Canadian Counsellor through the CCPA #11244676

Land Acknowledgement

We acknowledge that we live, work and play on stolen Indigenous lands. Haylie Griffiths Counselling operates on the traditional home of the ɁamakɁis (Ktunaxa), snʕickstxtmxʷúlaʔxʷ (Sinixt), and Secwepemcúl’ecw (Secwépemc) peoples. We acknowledge the centuries of abuse and genocide toward Indigenous peoples and the continuation of it today. We strive to centre Indigneous peoples in the present, to dehistoricize their experiences and their ownership of the land we live on.

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Education

Bachelor of Arts in Cognitive Science of Language- McMaster University

Graduate Diploma in Communicative Disorders Assistant - St. Lawrence College

Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology- Yorkville University

Other Training

EMDR Level 1 & 2 - EMDR Consulting

Attachment Theory in Clinical Practice - Mindsight Institute

San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety

Motivational Interviewing- Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy- Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute

Trauma Informed Practice: Level 1 & 2 - Trauma Informed Practice Institute

Anti-Violence Core Foundations 1 & 2 - Ending Violence Association BC

CPI Non-Violent Crisis Prevention Intervention

Bystander Intervention - Good Night Out Vancouver

Our Values

Connection: We believe in the power of genuine connections as a necessary part of personal growth and healing.

Community Involvement: We consider community involvement vital to a fulfilling and healthy life.

Non-Judgment: We recognize that behaviours, even if challenging, often serve a purpose. We work to understand the underlying reasons and support individuals in altering those behaviours.

Holistic Wellness: We are committed to addressing the interconnected aspects of wellness, incorporating mental, physical, and environmental factors into our treatment approach.

Rejecting Hustle Culture: We firmly reject the notion of hustle culture, valuing balance, well-being, and self-care over relentless productivity.

Decolonization: We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion and actively work to decolonize our practices.