Kelsey Brochu
Intern Therapist
B.N., BKin., MACP(in progress)
Starting therapy can feel scary, especially when you’re not sure where to begin or who will understand you. I take a warm, authentic, and compassionate approach, with the goal of creating a space where you feel safe, respected, and supported. We’ll work together at a pace that feels right for you, and your questions are always welcome.
Many people carry difficult emotions like fear, shame, or self-doubt that can keep them feeling stuck. In our work together, I aim to help you better understand your emotions and patterns and feel more confident living in alignment with your values — building a life that feels authentic to who you truly are. Whether you’re facing personal or relationship challenges, my hope is that you feel seen, heard, and capable.
Experience
Kelsey is currently completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and holds both a Bachelor of Nursing and a Bachelor of Kinesiology. She has spent 8 years working as a registered nurse, primarily in mental health and addiction, where she learned the power of helping others feel less alone in their most vulnerable moments. This background helps her bring a holistic perspective to therapy by acknowledging the importance of the mind-body connection in healing.
Her professional background has also shaped the trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and harm-reduction lens she practices from, allowing her to meet people where they are.
Client Focus
Adults, adolescents, children (ages 10+), couples.
Types of Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness and somatic-based approaches, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Issues
Depression, Self-Esteem & Identity, Body Image, 2SLGBTQIA+, People-Pleasing & Perfectionism, Emotional Regulation, Relationships Challenges, Life Transitions, Burnout, Stress, Child & Adolescent Challenges, Trauma & Childhood Experiences, Anxiety.
More than just my work:
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my partner and our fur babies and love being outdoors in nature. Hiking, paddleboarding, and camping are some of my favourite ways to unwind and I try to get out to the mountains whenever I can. When I’m not adventuring, I tend to be more of a homebody and enjoy curling up with a cozy blanket and a good book, junk journaling, or playing board games with friends and family.