About me
Hello, I am Leslie, owner of Hearts and Thoughts Counselling. As a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor, I am here to help you tap into your own wisdom. We move through the world believing life is as it is meant to be. We don't often ask why. Until we do. This can unravel the story we have been told. I am here to help you understand what has led you here, why you are the way you are, and what your next steps can be.
A lifelong calling to help and heal
Throughout my life and across various roles, I have always been the person that friends, family, and community turn to for steady support. I believe wholeheartedly that mental health resources should be abundant, accessible, and welcoming to everyone. My own navigation through loss and personal spiritual discovery led me to focus on grief, spirituality, and personal empowerment. Grief is something carried by everyone, and I truly believe the path to genuine joy is well-lived grief. Guided by feminist theory, I also recognize how societal systems impact individual wellness, fueling my passion to help you reclaim your authentic power.
Grounded by the West Coast wilderness
Living in Victoria, BC, I feel deeply drawn to the quiet wisdom of our coastal forests and the vast rhythm of the ocean. Connecting to nature offers us perspective and invites us to remember the bigger picture when everyday challenges feel overwhelming. By tapping into natural circadian rhythms and the calming presence of the living world, I help you find steady footing and cultivate a safe, restorative sanctuary within yourself.
A compassionate space to be heard
When we sit down together, my primary role is simply to listen. You deserve to be heard deeply without judgement or expectation. In our sessions, we gently uncover the underlying stories you hold about who you are. Together, we evaluate which elements of those stories are truly serving you, and discover the parts you are ready to rewrite with confidence and peace.
"Joy is the product of well-lived grief."
Hearts and Thoughts Counselling — Victoria, BC