Andrea Weekes, RSW (Registered Social Worker)
Mindfulness and Self-Compassion Based Counselling
Counselling for Grief & Loss, Family Estrangement and Stress and Burnout
Are you navigating grief, loss, or a sudden life transition and finding it difficult to make sense of what you’re going through?
You may also be carrying pain or confusion that can arise when relationships with family become complicated or estranged.
Maybe you are feeling chronically overwhelmed or exhausted from ongoing stress or burnout and are looking for practical ways to cope.
If you are interested in developing a more compassionate relationship with yourself, and looking for kind and non-judgemental support, then you’ve come to the right place.
I offer one-on-one counselling services online from anywhere in British Columbia, and in-person from my office in Victoria, BC.
Who I work with
I support adults who are:
Navigating grief and loss, including the death of a loved one or other significant life transitions.
Struggling with family estrangement or painful relationship dynamics.
Experiencing chronic stress or burnout, often from caregiving, work, or long periods of emotional strain.
Feeling overwhelmed by complicated emotions such as guilt, sadness, anger, or loneliness.
Wanting to develop healthier boundaries and more supportive relationships.
Interested in cultivating greater self-compassion, mindfulness, and emotional resilience.
My Approach
My approach integrates mindfulness-based practices with evidence-based therapies including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and an Internal Family Systems (IFS)–informed perspective. In our work together, you will learn how to develop a kinder relationship with yourself, including developing greater awareness of your inner parts that may be carrying grief, anger, and shame. As well you will learn skills and tools to set boundaries with people, live your heart centred values and learn how to get in touch with your own innate aliveness.
If you're curious about how my approach can support you in your life I invite you to get in touch with me to learn more.
“mindfulness is the awareness that arises out of intentionally paying attention in a kind,
open, and discerning way.”
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
MBSR is an 8-week evidence-based program providing a comprehensive introduction to mindfulness meditation and hatha yoga. The MBSR program has been shown to support in decreasing chronic pain, anxiety and low mood, and increasing a sense of ease and well-being, as well as an improved ability to cope with challenges related to stress. Through guided meditation, mindful movement, personal and group reflection, and daily home practice, participants have the opportunity to fully embrace the practice of mindfulness.
Next MBSR Program: TBD
Guided Meditations
I’ve created a selection of three guided meditation sessions including a 10 Minute Body Scan, a 7 Minute Pause, and a 10 Minute Mindfulness of Breathing exercise.
If you are interested in hearing more of my meditations check out my page on Insight Timer
Thank you for being here!
If you are interested in learning more about my approach or what I offer please feel free to get in touch with me on my contact page, or go ahead and book a free 20 minute consultation, and we can have a chat to see if we might be a good fit.