Michelle Mills
BA MA RCC
Counselling Associate, Registered Clinical Counsellor
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EDUCATION
- Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology, Yorkville University
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Acceptance and Commitement Therapy
- Mindful Self-Compassion
- The Whole Brain Child Approach
- ACT for children and adolescents
- Play Therapy for Children in the Context of High Conflict Divorce: Promoting Meaningful Therapy and Avoiding Pitfalls.
- Prepare/Enrich Facilitator training
- The Flash Technique: Basic Principles and Protocols
- San'yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training Certificate
- Family, Family Breakdown and the Law
- ACT for adolescents
- Introduction to neuroscience and the Satir Model in the Sandtray
MEET MICHELLE
Michelle is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with nearly a decade of experience supporting children, youth, adults, couples, and families. She offers client-centred, trauma-informed counselling, grounded in kindness, curiosity, and respect for each client’s lived experience.
Michelle has completed training in a range of evidence-based approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindful Self-Compassion, neuroscience-informed counselling, PREPARE/ENRICH couples counselling, and the Satir Model with Sand Tray. Her work with children and youth is informed by play-based therapy, allowing young clients to express themselves in developmentally appropriate and meaningful ways.
Prior to entering private practice, Michelle worked within the school system, supporting children and families with complex needs. During this time, she deepened her passion for play-based and relational approaches, while creating safe, supportive spaces for connection.
Michelle supports clients navigating anxiety, emotional regulation challenges, relationship issues, low mood, and life transitions. Her calm demeanour and warm presence help clients feel understood, heard, and accepted. Michelle holds a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology, completed in August 2023, and is committed to ongoing learning and professional development.
Outside of her counselling work, Michelle enjoys travelling and exploring the hiking trails around Vancouver Island.
Fees: $160 - $250 per session