January 2027 Cohort
Hello! My name is Lucy (she/her), and I am grateful to be supporting clients as a counselling intern at Couch of Hope. I am curious about how people make sense of their experiences and how relationships, environments, and life circumstances shape wellbeing. Through my work in mental health and addictions settings, I have become particularly interested in the role counselling can play in helping people better understand themselves and navigate the challenges in their lives.
I am currently completing my Master of Social Work at Dalhousie University, and I hold an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Queen’s University. My professional experience working with people in different settings has taught me that there is no single way to understand someone’s experiences or determine what support will be most helpful. Building trust takes time, and I believe that effective counselling requires a willingness to remain curious and understand people in the context of their lives, rather than only focusing on the difficulties they are experiencing.
My approach to counselling is person-centered and collaborative. I value creating a space where clients can explore their experiences without feeling judged or pressured toward a particular outcome. The therapeutic relationship is an important part of this process, as is recognizing that clients bring their own strengths to the work.
Aside from counseling, I enjoy spending time outside by engaging in activities such as camping, canoeing, hiking, and kayaking. I am an advocate for more accessible green spaces and have a deep passion about the positive impacts that nature can have on mental health. I look forward to supporting my clients in identifying what matters and working collaboratively toward goals that they find meaningful!