Anna Brotzel

Nothing is as amazing as the moment realization dawns on someone that they can have a very different future than the past they came from. Anna loves seeing people’s faces light up when they make life-changing discoveries. Seeing people gain confidence in who they are designed to be, find meaning in their experiences, and discover a purpose bigger than themselves brings her incredible joy. Anna especially loves the moment autistic and ADHD clients discover they are understood, welcome, and safe to be whom they were created to be without shame or fear. Anna knows that parents of autistic and/or ADHD children face unique challenges and obstacles as they seek to support their children’s healthy and happy development. Breaking the cycle of shame and guilt and helping parents discover a brighter future for their children is very important to Anna. Most of all, Anna loves seeing people begin to grasp how wonderfully and fearfully they were created and how deeply and intensely loved they are by their Creator.

Anna specializes in working with trauma, anxiety and depression. Anna understands that autistic and/or ADHD clients may need adaptations and accommodations in counselling to have meaningful and productive experiences in therapy. She is happy to make accommodations for communication challenges and sensory needs. Anna also supports parents of autistic and/or ADHD children.

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1. Experience and Expertise

Areas of competency:

Anna specializes in working with trauma, anxiety and depression. Anna understands that autistic and/or ADHD clients may need adaptations and accommodations in counselling to have meaningful and productive experiences in therapy. She is happy to make accommodations for communication challenges and sensory needs. Anna also supports parents of autistic and/or ADHD children. Anna is a dedicated counsellor specializing in working with neurodivergent children and adolescents. She offers individual therapy for individuals aged 15 and above, as well as support and guidance for parents and caregivers of children aged 14 and under. With a compassionate and understanding approach, Anna strives to create a safe and supportive environment for her clients and their families to address their unique needs and challenges

2. Professional Credentials

  • Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors RCC–#22152

  • Canadian Certified Counsellor with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association CCC-#11244411

  • BA, Psychology from UFV

  • MA Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University

  • Certified Clinical Trauma Professional: Two-Day Trauma Competency Conference

  •  Beyond Behaviors: Effective Neuroscience-based Tools to Transform Childhood Behaviors with Dr. Mona Delahooke

3. Worldview and Counselling Perspective

Anna works mainly from a Person-Centred/Existential perspective which acknowledges that clients are the experts on their own lived experiences and that counsellors and therapists come alongside clients to help them find solutions to their problems. Anna also uses Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy with her clients, which focuses on corrective attachment experiences to work toward healing. Anna is guided by a strong foundation of faith that guides her compassion and hope for her clients. Anna loves to see individuals discover freedom from past trauma and hurt. Helping clients uncover and develop their unique, individual potential is a passion for Anna.

4. Counselling Information

Counselling In-Person or Skype/Zoom Sessions are available.

Session length: 50 minutes

Cost: $150/session

5. Payment for Services

Payment is due at the time of the session by cash or cheque or by e-transfer by the end of the day.

Cancellation Fee: With notification of less than 24 hours, clients agree to pay a cancellation fee equal to a full session.

6. Making a Counselling Request

Regardless of the nature of the issues in your marriage or family, interested individuals or couples should fill out the Counselling Request Form below

7. Anna’s Counselling Location

DFR Care Centre Chilliwack

Unit 11- 8635 Young Road, Chilliwack, BC