Petra Birgit Nielsen
Petra’s lived experiences, clinical training, and professional background have provided her with opportunities to work with individuals from all walks of life.
She utilizes multiple modalities, including CBT, DBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems, applying an integrated therapeutic and trauma-informed approach to meet clients where they are. This client-centered approach helps individuals address their hurts, achieve balance, and learn new skills to navigate struggles and recover from trauma.
Education & Training
Diploma of Professional Counselling - Kelowna College of Professional Counsellors
Petra considers the counseling profession a calling and is passionate about and excited by new and ongoing developments in human behavior, neuroscience, and psychotherapy.
She provides trauma-focused therapy using a range of therapeutic modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy combined with mindfulness, Internal Family Systems, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. She has special training in Trauma Treatment (CCTP Level 1), Narcissistic Abuse and Antagonistic Relationship Trauma (NATC), and Motivational Interviewing. Her approach involves somatic techniques to help clients widen their tolerance for feeling emotions without triggering survival mode.
Address your current challenges, explore deeper emotions, beliefs and disruptive patterns, experiment with new coping resources, and increase your sense of connection to yourself, your loved ones, and your community.
With me, you can expect a warm, non-judgemental and safe space. My approach is gently challenging with a pinch of humour.
— Petra Birgit Nielsen
Trauma can manifest through various symptoms.
If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, insomnia, internal conflict, obsessive-compulsive behavior, anger issues, guilt, or shame, consider booking a free consultation to determine if we are a good fit. Together, we can take the necessary steps to heal old wounds, reaffirm your core values, and reclaim your inner peace.