Paula van Riel, MA, RP

Hi, I'm Paula (she/her), a Registered Psychotherapist with a Masters Degree in Spiritual Care and Psychotherapy from Wilfrid Laurier University.  My path toward becoming a therapist has been a meandering one with many twists and turns, all of which shaped the therapist I am today.  I began my studies in Anthropology and Indigenous Studies several decades ago, pivoting into mapping and working in municipal planning, then becoming a SAHM (stay at home Mom) and eventually homeschooling my three children until they each moved onto high school. 

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During these precious years with my kids, I began delving into my own inner work and in the process uncovered a passion for learning about mental health.  As I worked on exploring my own emotional landscape and healing wounds of the past, I decided I wanted to develop this practice in the service of supporting others to find their way through the pain of unacknowledged hurt, sadness and shame to a place of self awareness, self compassion and empowerment.

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It would be an honor to travel with you on your own journey of self discovery and healing.  I believe that we are all meant to have company on our path through life, especially in the dark and turbulent places.  If you want to uncover what keeps you stuck and if the pain of continuing on the same old path is greater than the fear of change, book a free consultation to find out how I can help you on your voyage toward greater acceptance, connection and well being.

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