About Wendy Bulthuis
As a prospective client, you may have discovered that there are now many types of mental health professionals from which to choose. In this environment I think it is more important than ever to be transparent about my experience and training.
I am passionate about my work and I love to see people shed patterns of thinking and relating that have hurt them and kept them stuck. Counselling is never perfect, but I believe that it is a sacred space where people can thrive in all their diversity. You are welcome here in all differences of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, spiritual expression, and cultural background.
Experience
I have a Master of Social Work Degree from Wilfred Laurier University (1995) and a Bachelor of Arts Degree earned at Redeemer College and Calvin College. In addition, I have completed the following advanced clinical training:
- Certified Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDRIA) approved basic training
- Intensive Sex Therapy Training
- Certificate in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) – Level 1
- Basics of Clinical Supervision
*For complete list of further training, please inquire
Connection, safety, support, healing
I have worked in the mental health field for over 25 years. My work experiences have included Community based counselling centres, Hospital and Community Health clinics, Family Based Mental health agencies, University Counselling Centre and Private practice in the Niagara Region and Toronto. My career has provided a rich opportunity to work with people of different ages from all walks of life.
Therapy models that I may use during our sessions:
- Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples/Individuals and Families
- Emotionally Focused Therapy for Trauma
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Eye Movement Desensitization Response
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Internal Family Systems/Parts Work
- Mindfulness Based Practices
- Meaning and Insight Based Therapies
Professional affiliations:
- Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (RSW)
- Ontario Association of Social Workers
- International Centre for Excellence in Emotion Focused Therapy
“What is the key ingredient that is necessary for people to feel safe to let the guard down, and show the fearful parts of themselves that ultimately need to be seen in order to begin a journey to wholeness.”
Wendy Bulthuis
