The Team
Who We Are
Sandra Boulianne
BSW, RSW, M.Ed., Registered Clinical Counsellor
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Sandra Boulianne is a registered clinical counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors. Born and raised in Kitimat, BC, Sandra has called Prince George home since 2006 and loves the North…most of the time! Sandra holds a Bachelor of Social Work degree as well as a Master of Education Counselling degree, both from the University of Northern British Columbia. Having been a client of counselling as an individual and as part of a couple at various life stages, Sandra believes that most people benefit from talk therapy.
With over 10 years of experience working at the Crisis Centre for Northern BC, Sandra is passionate about suicide prevention, listening with care, and client empowerment. She offers a trauma-informed approach and is committed to creating a safe and respectful therapeutic working relationship with her clients. Sandra also has extensive training in grief and loss and recognizes that everyone’s journey is unique. She is dedicated to walking alongside her clients as they find ways to heal and move forward at their own pace. In her work with couples, Sandra utilizes her training in emotion-focused therapy to assist them in achieving greater intimacy and connection, improving communication, and reducing strife. Additionally, Sandra can offer the option of faith-based therapy to those who wish to integrate Christian ideologies and principles to support the development and recovery of their emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. With Sandra's compassionate guidance, clients can expect to feel supported, heard, and empowered on their journey toward healing and growth.
Clint Harris
B.Ed., M.Ed., Canadian Certified Counsellor
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Clint is honoured to walk alongside you on your journey toward healing and growth. With warmth, empathy, and a commitment to your well-being, he provides a supportive space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences openly and without judgment. Drawing from a holistic approach, Clint integrates various therapeutic techniques to meet your specific needs and empower you to make meaningful changes in your life. Together, you'll uncover your strengths, navigate challenges, and cultivate resilience. Clint is there to support you every step of the way as you embark on a path toward greater self-awareness, healing, and personal fulfillment.
Clint is a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA) and provides counselling sessions for clients with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and relationship problems. He has experience counselling adults and youth and uses an integrative approach that incorporates trauma-informed, person-centred, and strengths-based therapies. He believes in helping clients create a rich and meaningful life.
As a therapist, Clint values building a collaborative and supportive relationship with his clients based on trust, respect, and empathy. He understands that each individual is unique and strives to tailor his approach to meet the specific needs of each client.
In his free time, Clint enjoys hiking, playing sports, cooking, and spending time with his family. He is committed to helping his clients improve their well-being and achieve their goals. Clint is passionate about promoting mental health and well-being, and he strives to make a positive impact on the lives of his clients.
Shya Harvey
BSW, RSW, M.Ed., Registered Clinical Counsellor
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Shya Harvey (she/her) has a Master of Education Counselling degree from the University of Northern BC and an undergraduate degree in Social Work. Shya is a Registered Social Worker with the BC College of Social Workers (#15701) and is a Registered Clinical Counsellor.
Shya works with children, youth and adults from a compassionate Person-Centred and Trauma-Informed perspective, with a foundational belief in people’s capacity for change and recognition of the barriers of trauma, hurt and mistrust. Shya's main role is to create a space of safety and trust for you to explore and understand your story in ways that allow you to see your own strength and resilience while also offering opportunities for alternative perspectives.
Shya is experienced in working with children, youth and adults who have experienced trauma, as well as anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relational trauma and addictions. Shya cares deeply about the world of first responders and their families and has a deep passion for working alongside those navigating Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
Shya is passionate about holistic health and recognizes the importance of culture and spirituality in comprehensive care. Shya is Metis on her father’s side, with her ancestry deeply rooted in the Swampy Cree Nation. While Shya is still navigating her own ancestral journey, it is a great honour to walk alongside others in theirs.
Shya also has training in Expressive Play Therapy and integrates attachment theory, internal family systems/parts theory, emotion-focused theory and systems theory into her approach. She recognizes the individual first but acknowledges the people and systems surrounding them, which have a great impact.
Shya is currently not accepting new clients, please call to request to be put on Shya's wait list.
Cheryl Piddocke
B.Ed., M.Ed., Registered Clinical Counsellor
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Cheryl is a dedicated professional with over 20 years of experience working with individuals and families. Throughout her career, she has provided support and guidance to those in need, helping them to achieve greater independence and success.
Cheryl’s early work focused on supporting people to navigate the court system and young parents, helping them to navigate the challenges of raising children while also pursuing their own goals and aspirations. During this time, she developed a deep understanding of the unique needs and challenges facing families in today’s world.
After five years of adoption support, Cheryl shifted her focus to working in the school system. For the past fifteen years, she has worked individually with children in classrooms and then in groups with parents, helping them to develop strategies needed to take on the complexities of parenthood.
Cheryl’s passion for education led her to become a teacher, where she has continued to make a positive impact on the lives of her students. Due to her passion and experience, she decided to move into counselling. As a teacher and counsellor, she works closely with students and their families to provide support and guidance on a wide range of issues, from academic challenges to emotional and social well-being.
Throughout her career, Cheryl has demonstrated a deep commitment to helping others and seeking out ways to meet the needs of individuals whom she supports. Her commitment to working with individuals and families has led to a fulfilling career where she hopes to continue adding to her practice through experience and education.
Cheryl’s practice focuses on working with individuals and families experiencing personal crisis, complex trauma and relationship counselling. She works from a person-centred lens, bringing a trauma-informed foundation to her practice. She uses an emotion-focused and family systems theoretical framework when working with relationships.
Cheryl enjoys sunshine, reading and bubble baths. She looks forward to continuing working in the community where she lives with her husband and doggos, two teenagers and one child out adulting in the world!
Cheryl is currently not accepting new clients, please call to request to be put on Cheryl’s wait list.
Andrew Ambrozic
B.A. (Honours), M.Ed., Canadian Certified Counsellor
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Guided by a person-centered and trauma-informed approach, Andrew strives to cultivate a safe and supportive therapeutic environment for his clients. By valuing your autonomy and empowerment, he ensures that your voice is always heard in session and that you have a choice in determining the direction and pace of therapy. Whether you seek evidence-based coping strategies or a non-judgmental space to share and explore without any pressure to disclose anything you do not want to, Andrew is dedicated to offering a flexible approach to meet your own unique needs.
Andrew has completed a Master of Education in counselling at the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC), and he is a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA). In addition to having experience counselling individuals across the age spectrum, his clinical focus is on supporting youth.
Throughout his career, he has counselled hundreds of young people for struggles including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, borderline personality disorder (BPD), relational trauma, relationship issues, and insomnia. He is committed to life-long learning, and he has received specialized training in several therapeutic modalities, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT). These evidence-based approaches provide him with a comprehensive toolkit to flexibly address the diverse needs of his clients. With a non-judgmental and empathetic approach, Andrew is dedicated to helping his clients achieve their therapy goals; whatever they may be. If you are seeking a professional and understanding counsellor who will prioritize your well-being, Andrew is committed to walking alongside you on your journey toward healing and personal growth.
Andrew is only available for Telehealth appts either by phone or video chat.
Elena Day
B.Kin., M.Ed., Canadian Certified Counsellor
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Elena's own journey through counselling was a guiding force in her decision to dedicate herself to the counselling profession. Her personal path not only instilled in her a deep understanding of healing but also fueled her desire to empower others through their own unique journeys. In her free time, Elena finds joy in cooking, drinking tea with cookies, hanging out with animals, and hitting the gym.
With over a decade of committed advocacy and support for both youth and adults, Elena's background encompasses roles as a youth care worker, educator, and counsellor. With experience and education among both youth and adults, her areas of practice include but not limited to the following: Addictions, Autism, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Disordered Eating, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD), Intimate Partner Violence (IPV), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Queer & 2SLGBQIA+, Self Harm, Self Worth & Self Compassion, Sex & Sexuality, Suicidality, and Trauma.
Elena's counselling philosophy is rooted in an integrative approach. She values the uniqueness of each individual's experience and tailors her approach to suit each client. Drawing from a range of therapeutic modalities, her primary lenses consist of trauma-informed, person-centred, harm-reduction, multicultural, narrative, and feminist frameworks, while incorporating fragments of Satir’s family systems and existential therapy.
Elena holds a bachelor's degree in kinesiology and exercise science with a major focus in teaching from the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV), and obtained her Master's of Education in counselling at the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC). She is a professional member with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA) and is a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC).
Ishnoor Singh Ghuman
MA Psych, MAS, Registered Clinical Counsellor
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Ishnoor is a registered clinical counsellor with BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (#20006). He holds a Master of Arts degree in Psychology and Post Graduate Diploma in Clinical Counselling from Punjabi University in Patiala, India and a Master of Administrative Science in Global Health and Human Services Administration from Fairleigh Dickinson University, Vancouver Campus.
Ishnoor has been working with children and youth since 2019, supporting young people in managing contemporary times and corresponding needs. Ishnoor uses a wide range of interventions and treatment strategies to facilitate positive change and contribute to overall well-being. In the course of his career, he has worked with the State Government of Punjab, in a project to prevent addiction in teenagers. He has also volunteered with Canadian Red Cross as Safety and Wellbeing Responder to natural disaster crisis situations in British Columbia and Yukon.
Ishnoor’s focus is on facilitating and fostering growth and instilling in his clients a renewed sense of self and deeper meaning in life. He uses modalities such as Play therapy, Sand Tray therapy and Expressive Arts therapy with children, and Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioural therapy, and Dialectical Behaviour therapy, with adults and youth. He utilizes Emotion Focused Family therapy when working with families.
Jamie Jové-Viniegra
B.A. (Honours), MACP, Registered Clinical Counsellor
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Jamie has a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology degree from Yorkville University and an undergraduate degree in Recreation Therapy with a minor in Psychology. Jamie is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors. She was Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) and worked as a Recreation Therapist for five years. Jamie worked together with children, youth, and seniors using tailored activities to meet the individual’s specific needs.
Jamie’s experience provides her with an understanding of how significant it is to use individuality to develop a plan that meets a person’s specific and unique needs. Jamie recognizes the importance of a holistic approach to health and how multiple different aspects of an individual impacts their overall wellbeing. She believes that individuals are the experts of their own life. Jamie works with person-centred, trauma-informed, and multicultural perspectives. She works together with a client to foster a confidential, safe, and non-judgemental environment to help the individual empower themselves to reach their goals. Jamie’s areas of practice are Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). She is committed to learning and is looking forward to expanding her therapeutic toolkit by obtaining training in other modalities to meet the different needs of her clients.
Jamie enjoys crafting, photography, and cooking. She also enjoys yoga and scenic hikes with her puppies and spouse.
