About Us:
Ruth-Ann Stewart
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Stewart and Associates Counselling and Consulting Services Inc. (SACCS)
About: Carol Swan, MA, RCC
| “And the day came when the risk it took to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.” Anaïs Nin |
EDUCATION
I have a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from the Adler School of Professional Psychology, the oldest independent school of psychology in North America. I completed my practicum at Simon Fraser University where I received excellent clinical supervision and experience working with a range of issues. I have a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of British Columbia and have also taken undergraduate psychology courses at the University of Victoria. As a life-long learner, I continue to enhance my counselling skills through reading and training programs. I recently completed additional training in emotionally-focused therapy for couples, sexual abuse intervention and nonviolent crisis intervention.
EXPERIENCE
I have many years of experience working with people from diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds in a variety of settings, including community agencies and counselling centres. In addition to my work as a counselling associate, I have worked as a crisis line volunteer, lay counsellor, hospice volunteer, university counsellor, crisis intervention worker, career counsellor and communications consultant. I have worked with people dealing with depression, anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, grief, transitions, relationship concerns, addictions and career and life planning.
TREATMENT ORIENTATION
I believe that clients are able to grow and develop and that people have inner resources that I can help them to access. I know it is possible for people to change and make different choices. As a counsellor, I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental environment where people can be themselves. I listen closely and try to understand different perspectives. I may comment on what I hear and see or ask thought-provoking questions. I integrate a number of approaches into my work, including person-centred, Adlerian, solution-focused, cognitive-behavioural, family systems and emotionally-focused therapy for couples.
I try to bring the qualities of warmth and compassion to all of my sessions. I look forward to meeting you. To make an appointment please call 604 687-7171.
A WORD ABOUT CONFIDENTIALITY
What is discussed during therapy is confidential, except in the following circumstances:
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The therapist is legally required to report to law enforcement agencies if there is a possibility of harm to self or others.
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The therapist is required to report to child protection authorities if suspecting that a child may be abused or neglected.
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The therapist is obliged to disclose client records if subpoenaed to do so by court.
STATEMENT ON THE LIMITS OF CONFIDENTIALITY
All counselling is strictly confidential. Records related to your psychotherapy or counselling; or even the fact that you are a client, are only to be released to others with your written permission, or by a court order. You are entitled to privacy and to expect that all communication and records related to your service are kept confidential. You may expect to be fully informed as to any written material sent out on your behalf.
There are exceptions to this contract of confidentiality; your therapist is required by law to report to the proper authorities in the case of child abuse (if a person who is a child is being hurt or is in danger), or if there is any possibility of a suicide or homicide, and if your reports are subpoenaed by a Court.
Our Clinical Staff participate in regular group supervision meetings. During Supervision, cases may be reviewed in a confidential and non-identifying manner. Review of cases helps to ensure that our clinicians are providing you with the most effective psychotherapy.
A WORD ABOUT CONFIDENTIALITY
What is discussed during therapy is confidential, except in the following circumstances:
-
The therapist is legally required to report to law enforcement agencies if there is a possibility of harm to self or others.
-
The therapist is required to report to child protection authorities if suspecting that a child may be abused or neglected.
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The therapist is obliged to disclose client records if subpoenaed to do so by court.
STATEMENT ON THE LIMITS OF CONFIDENTIALITY
All counselling is strictly confidential. Records related to your psychotherapy or counselling; or even the fact that you are a client, are only to be released to others with your written permission, or by a court order. You are entitled to privacy and to expect that all communication and records related to your service are kept confidential. You may expect to be fully informed as to any written material sent out on your behalf.
There are exceptions to this contract of confidentiality; your therapist is required by law to report to the proper authorities in the case of child abuse (if a person who is a child is being hurt or is in danger), or if there is any possibility of a suicide or homicide, and if your reports are subpoenaed by a Court.
Our Clinical Staff participate in regular group supervision meetings. During Supervision, cases may be reviewed in a confidential and non-identifying manner. Review of cases helps to ensure that our clinicians are providing you with the most effective psychotherapy.
Updated: August 03, 2011