Sandra is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors. She has a Master of Arts degree in Counselling Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute in Santa Barbara, California. Sandra is scheduled for a Leave of Absence and will return to the clinic in January 2025.
Sandra came to counselling as a second career after many years practicing as a Chartered Accountant in Vancouver and overseas. From private practice to a children’s mental health centre, she has a variety of work experiences in the mental health field in Vancouver and Toronto and enjoys working with individuals and couples in the counselling setting.
Sandra has completed Level 2 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and is currently engaged in clinical training with the Couples Institute, which is based in California. She uses both models in her work with couples. Taking a collaborative approach with her clients, she integrates Narrative Therapy, Family Systems, the Developmental Model, and Mindfulness theories to tailor her work in order to meet the needs of each client as part of a strong and supportive therapy relationship. Taking a client-centred approach that primarily focuses on helping clients achieve their goals, Sandra believes that clients are the experts in their lives and enjoys working together to find the best way forward. She welcomes clients dealing with a variety of challenges including depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, addiction, work or financial stress, grief and loss, career and life transitions, and families and individuals who may be dealing with succession planning and financial issues.
Sandra provides counselling services in English.
Vancouver BC counsellor, Sandra Harris, is NOT currently accepting new referrals from across British Columbia, at our Virtual Clinic, where she sees clients on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
