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meet jane
Jane Richards | BEd, MCP, RCC
Jane Richards is a psychotherapist who is currently registered with the B.C. Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC) and is a member in good standing of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA). She is excited to be a part of the development and launching of Flore Therapy Group; for which the vision is deeply rooted in a committed collective approach to mental health and wellness within local communities.
Jane is in her fourth year of counselling, having completed her Masters in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. Prior to becoming a psychotherapist, Jane completed an honours degree in psychology and an education degree; both from Queen’s University. Jane brings a myriad of life experience to her counselling work, including a long-standing career in education as a teacher, program developer, school administrator, and school counsellor.
Jane specializes in working with children, youth, parents, couples, families, and educators. As well she provides psychoeducation, social skills training, and group therapy support for youth with anxiety and ADHD.
She has extensive experience supporting, motivating, and problem-solving with children and youth struggling with anxiety, OCD, depression, school aversion, and emotional regulation. She works with adults, parents, and couples from diverse backgrounds, as they strive to overcome personal/relational challenges and establish forward thinking goals. She assists families during times of disconnect and transition, believing that families can thrive in many configurations. As well, she supports educators with professional development as they strive to manage the demands of meeting students’ needs.
Jane believes strongly in the importance of individuals developing self-awareness, self-acceptance, and their own unique voice within the context of personal value and human relationships. She trusts that learning to connect with others, in healthy and positive ways, can open opportunities for productive and rewarding communication. She assists her clients in the development of new perspectives and a growth mindset. With natural warmth, empathy, and authenticity, Jane can help others to strengthen their resilience, and to face and overcome the obstacles that life inevitably presents. Her professional support is individualized, strengths-based, and comprehensive.
Outside of her professional life, Jane enjoys spending time with her husband and 3 children, dining with friends, traveling, running, and having downtime on South Thormanby Island.
