Hello and Welcome!

My name is Natalie Kumpula (she/her/hers), and I am currently completing my Master’s in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. I completed a Bachelor’s of Science at Simon Fraser University, and I like to think that my background in science helps me consider physiological, social, and emotional factors equally in counselling. Alongside education, my experiences working at local crisis lines, outreach programs, and employment services have allowed me to deeply connect with many others from a variety of backgrounds facing challenging situations.

My personal approach to counselling is very client-centred, with your needs and perspectives coming first. I have been training in trauma-informed practices and crisis intervention, and I honour differences in culture or worldview that may be present between myself and my clients. I enjoy using techniques from solution-focused, cognitive-behavioural, and strengths-based therapies, while acknowledging that every person’s journey to health will be unique. I hope that you’ll consider me in your search for a counsellor and know that you are not starting this journey alone.