The "Balanced" Beginnings Program

The “Balanced” Beginnings Program offers affordable, professionally supervised counselling services provided by graduate-level Emerging Clinicians completing advanced clinical training at Creating Your Balance Counselling Therapy under the supervision of Neal Henderson, M.Ed., CCC, RCT, RSW.

Emerging Clinicians provide client-centred counselling while receiving ongoing clinical supervision, case consultation, and ethical oversight to ensure safe, competent, and high-quality care.

This service may support concerns such as:

Anxiety and stress Life transitions Relationship challenges Self-esteem and confidence Grief and loss General emotional well-being

All services are confidential and delivered in accordance with professional ethical standards. Clients may request transfer to another clinician at any time if their needs change.

This program is designed to increase access to counselling while supporting the development of future mental health professionals.

This service is best suited for mild to moderate concerns. Clients with higher complexity needs may be referred to a registered clinician within CYBCT or to external supports.