Meet
Valérie
Qualifications
Master of Arts (M.A.)
Counselling and Spirituality (with specialization in Couples Counselling),
Saint Paul/Ottawa University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Honors with Specialization in Psychology, Graduated Summa Cum Laude,
University of Ottawa
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Foundations of Internal Family Systems Therapy (2025). Trauma Therapist Institute.
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EMDR for Grief & Loss (2025). Trauma Therapist Institute.
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The Miscarriage Map: Attachment-Informed Interventions for Ethical Treatment of Pregnancy Loss (2025). PESI Inc.
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Somatic Experiencing Professional Training (Beginner I, II & III completed in 2022; Intermediate I & II completed in 2023), Approach to Healing Trauma. Somatic Experiencing International.
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Birth and Reproductive Trauma Certificate Program (2023). Canadian Perinatal Mental Health Trainings (CPMHT)
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Motivational Interviewing: Evidence-Based Interventions to Improve Client Engagement and Accelerate Behavioral Change (2023). PESI Inc.
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Infertility, Pregnancy Loss & Reproductive Trauma Training Course (2022). PESI Inc.
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Using Sandtray Therapy to Cope with Perinatal Trauma and Loss (2022). Open Heart Counseling of Austin PLLC.
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Pregnancy and Infant Loss: Effective Strategies to Support Grief and Treat Trauma, Anxiety, and Depression in Bereaved Families (2022). Organized by PESI Inc, and presented by Julie Bindeman, PsyD
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Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Intensive (2022). Quietly United in Loss Together (QUILT) (Nneka Hall)
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Comprehensive Year-Long Training in Reproductive Psychology (2021-2022). Integrative Therapy of Greater Washington
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The Advanced Practice of EMDR for Perinatal & Infant Mental Health (2021). Centre for Creative Mindfulness/Touchstone Institute (Mara Tesler Stein)
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for the Perinatal Period (2021). Arbit Counselling (Ruthie Arbit)
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Certificate in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders Components of Care (2020). Postpartum Support International
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The Fertile Body Method; Hypnosis & Mind-Body Approaches for Fertility (2019). Sjanie Hugo Wurlitzer
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Imaginal Nurturing, Ego States, and Attachment; An Integrated Approach to Early Deficits (2019). April Steele
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Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprogramming (EMDR) Level 1 (2018). Sue Genest EMDRIA Approved Consultant, and EMDR Trainer.
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Sandplay Module 1 (2014). Canadian Association for Sandplay Therapy
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Saskatchewan College of Psychologists
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Psychology Association of Saskatchewan
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EMDR International Association (EMDRIA)
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You're Probably Wondering... Who is Valérie, Anyways?
All About Me
I’m a bilingual registered psychologist with the Saskatchewan College of Psychologists. Born and raised in northern Quebec, I’ve been living and practicing in Saskatoon for the past decade. I provide individual counselling for adults (18+) and have experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds and concerns. I also have a special focus on the perinatal population.
My passion for psychology and mental health started early in life. I’ve always been fascinated by the human mind—why we think, act, and feel the way we do. People are incredibly complex and interesting! For as long as I can remember, I knew I wanted to work with others and help them create meaningful lives. After years of education and training, when I finally began providing therapy, something clicked. It felt like coming home, like I had found exactly where I belonged.
I consider it a profound privilege to witness my clients' stories and to sit with them as they explore their inner landscapes, face difficult challenges, and move toward the lives they want to live. Being entrusted with someone's experiences—their pain, their hopes, their growth, is an honour I don't take lightly. Every day, I am moved by the strength and courage I witness: the willingness to be vulnerable, to sit with discomfort, and to keep moving forward even when it's hard. Each person I work with teaches me something new, and I truly couldn't imagine a more meaningful way to spend my days.
My Counselling Style
Respect, warmth, non-judgment, and empathy are at the heart of everything I do. I take an active and collaborative approach to therapy, working alongside you to ensure you feel truly heard, valued, and supported. My commitment is to meet you exactly where you are—with humility, compassion, and genuine curiosity. The therapeutic relationship is something I hold as sacred, and I approach it with deep care and intention.
I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches because I believe that meaningful, lasting change often requires more than words alone. I integrate experiential modalities like art therapy and sandtray, as well as body-centered approaches including Somatic Experiencing and EMDR. These methods honor the profound connection between mind and body, creating pathways for healing that engage your whole self. I hold a deep trust in the brain's innate capacity for resilience and healing when given the right conditions and support.
Beginning therapy, whether for the first time or after a break can feel vulnerable, uncertain, and even daunting. My hope is that our work together offers you
a safe, compassionate space where you can deepen your understanding of yourself, recognize patterns that may no longer serve you, and explore your emotional landscape with curiosity rather than judgment. This is a place for healing, growth, and discovering what's possible when you feel truly supported.
What To Expect in Counselling
Therapy isn't always comfortable—it can surface painful memories, difficult emotions, and frustrations that have long been buried. This discomfort is not only normal, but often an essential part of the healing process. Growth rarely happens in our comfort zones.
As your psychologist, I won't tell you what to do or make decisions for you. You are the expert on your own life, and only you truly know what feels right for your unique circumstances and values. While it might sometimes feel easier to have someone simply tell you how to "fix" things, real and lasting growth comes from discovering your own capacity to navigate life's complexities. My role is to walk alongside you as we explore possibilities together, help you uncover your own wisdom, and collaboratively develop strategies and insights that resonate with who you are and who you want to become.