Sharon Peters, Student Intern

Aug 30

Hello, I am so glad you have landed on this page!

Thinking about therapy or searching for a therapist, takes courage. It is my sincere hope that you find the support you are looking for. Here is a bit about me and the way that I work, so that you can determine for yourself if working with me might be a good fit for you.

I am passionate about healing and flourishing for both individuals and relationships. Our internal world and experience, as well as the people we are surrounded by in our lives, make a big impact on our emotional and mental well-being. As a student therapist, my goal is to offer a compassionate space for you, where all parts of you are welcome. Bring your full, true self and I will do the same, as we explore both the places of pain and the hopes you have coming into therapy.

I will work collaboratively with you to determine an approach to therapy that is tailored specifically to you and your goals.

I would consider it an honour to walk with you in this season of your journey.

Areas of Focus:

• anxiety

• embodiment

• life transitions

• personal growth

• emotional regulation and expression

• couple therapy

• relationship enrichment & premarital therapy

• sand tray and play therapy

I work with:

• couples

• individuals

• youth and families

Approach

I work from a trauma-informed perspective and incorporate several different therapeutic modalities into my work with clients including IFS (Internal Family Systems), AEDP (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy), EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy) & The Gottman Method. I also draw from interpersonal neurobiology, attachment theory, polyvagal theory and systems theory in my work with clients.

Education/Training

• BA in Caregiving and Counselling

• Prepare-Enrich Facilitator

• Training in Embodiment Work with Dr. Hillary McBride

• Grief Group Work with Canuck Place

• Indigenous Canada Certification from the University of Alberta

• Emotionally Focused Therapy Externship

• MA in Marriage and Family Therapy, estimated completion 2025