About Me
Hello, I am Leslie Fletcher and I have been an art therapist and counsellor for over 30 years. I have learned many valuable ideas from the children, youth and families that I have worked with.
I believe that:
No matter the problem, there is always hope.
Everyone needs to be accepted, listened to and respected without judgment.
A positive relationship between counsellor and client is foundational for effective therapy to take place.
Humour and playfulness are important elements of healing.
My aim is to:
Provide a counselling experience that is supportive, personally meaningful and beneficial.
Respect your knowledge and awareness.
Listen carefully.
Work collaboratively with you to achieve your goals.
Bring enjoyment to counselling (yes it can be fun!)
Education
Masters of Counselling (MC)
Diploma in art therapy (DVATI)
Bachelor of Arts in Child & Youth Care
(BA-CYC)
Registered art therapist (RCAT), 1987 ongoing
Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with BC Association of Clinical Counsellors #14151
Training related to youth
ACT for Adolescents (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)
Gender & Sexual Diversity in Youth
Working with Anxious Children & Youth
Traumatized Youth; How to stay unhooked
The Cannabis Primer
CBT certification with anxious children and youth