02/19/2021
Hello!
I am writing to let you know about some updates to my counselling services.
My counselling practice is full at the moment, but I will have openings for one or two new clients probably mid-March. I do have Neurofeedback rentals available currently. I am a Registered Social Worker (BCCSW #10977). Some extended medical plans cover Social Work services so you may want to check with your provider. I am also a service provider with FNHA (First Nations Health Authority).
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy
EMDR therapy is an evidence-based psychotherapy that is effective and efficient at healing trauma and adverse life experiences.
During of the months of October, November and December I completed my EMDR training with Sue Genest https://www.suegenest.ca. It was an inspiring, intensive, and creative experience and I am excited to say that I am now integrating EMDR into my counselling practice with many of my clients.
EMDR can be done online. For some background on EMDR please see this short write up and embedded video. https://www.emdria.org/about-emdr-therapy/.
Neurofeedback Rentals
Neurofeedback is a type of biofeedback and has been used psychologists and other helping professionals for over 40 years to assist adults and kids to address issues related to anxiety, stress, sleep challenges, ADHD, focus and concentration, concussion recovery and PTSD. NeurOptimal® is the neurofeedback system that I use. It has been approved by the FDA as a Wellness Device and by Health Canada as a Consumer Product, making it safe to be able to rent systems for home use (I have three rental systems). It is also an effective tool for peak performance and performance anxiety. Artists, athletes and executives have all found increased performance using the NeurOptimal® system.
Feedback from neurofeedback clients:
"Renting the Neurofeedback System was hands down one of the best investments I made last year. I started to experience debilitating anxiety, impaired decision making, suffered traumatic flashbacks and was diagnosed with C-PTSD. I was trapped in fight or flight and just couldn't work my way out of it. I have experience with many other therapies and I knew I wanted something that would get to the root cause of my suffering - which was my brain / body function. Within a very short time, my flashbacks stopped, my effective decision making returned and my anxiety has dramatically decreased! Viviane's depth of experience, expertise, professionalism and compassionate guidance was key in the process."
~ S.H. Vancouver, BC
“My daughter just loves coming to you. She says it is so relaxing! Her competition went really well. She was like a totally different child going into it. Calm and relaxed, no sign of anxiety on her face whatsoever. The last two weeks I have noticed a major shift in her behaviour, again much calmer, handling stress much better. I am so happy to have found you!“
~ K.T. / Sechelt, BC
"I worked with Viviane and did several neurofeedback sessions and then rented the unit for one month. I noticed I had a lot more ease with emotional self regulation,... I have been more able to focus and be more attentive to self care. I have been having less dramatic mood changes and feeling more steady and capable overall. I am experiencing less and less anxiety and when I do I am able to find my ways to live with it and work through it. It has been a vital part of my healing journey helping to create new neural pathways. Viviane was a great support and advocate for my healing through the whole process.” ~ S.J. Sechelt, BC
Until Covid restrictions ease, instead of in-office neurofeedback, I am focusing on assisting clients through the use of home neurofeedback rentals. I have three rental systems that are identical to the professional system I use in my counselling office. It is definitely a more economical option for individuals looking to train frequently or for households where two or more family members would like to train. Individual, in-office sessions are $100/50 minutes. To buy a personal system with limited number of sessions it is $7,600; for a professional system the cost is $12,600. https://neuroptimal.com/product-category/neuroptimal-bundles/
Counselling
I offer counselling for adults and teens. Sessions are online using Zoom from the comfort of your home. My approach is warm, informed, empathic and compassionate and I draw from a variety of therapeutic approaches including mindfulness based practices, EMDR, somatic based therapies and expressive arts therapies. My counselling practice has a specialized focus in supporting individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, stress management, chronic health issues, self-esteem, sleep challenges, grief and loss, and trauma.
I will be setting up Jane for bookings so soon you will be able to book through this easy and efficient system. For now, if you have any questions or would like to book a session, please email me at info@vivianehoule.ca.
Neurofeedback Home Rentals
The total cost for a professional system (same as the one I use in my office) is $1000 for 30 days for unlimited sessions and that includes the orientation session (online because of social distancing recommendations; 75 minutes), all supplies, all taxes, ongoing tech support, and debrief session. The system can be used by multiple family members in same household. Some clients do daily sessions when renting; others prefer every second day or as needed.
Please email me if you have any questions and/or would like to book a session.
May 2021 bring ease, health, peace and joy for you and your friends and family members.
Warmly,
Viviane
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Viviane Houle, MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker BCCSW ( #10977), EMDR and Integrative Voicework Therapist, Certified NeurOptimal® Neurofeedback Trainer
https://vivianehoule.ca/neurofeedback/
