Kimberlee L Bateman
Who am I?
I come to this work with my own lived experience and healing journey. I know how it feels to sit on your side of the proverbial couch!
I have been honoured to have 5 independent, creative, thriving kids. Many have chosen life partners to grow our family with resulting in 5 amazing grandchildren! We are a family of gamers and movie lovers!
I love nature, travel, puzzles, and horses!
I am a lifelong learner and continue to hone my skills through ongoing training locally and abroad!
Qualifications:
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (#20574) through the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors, and a Canadian Certified Counsellor (#11244089) through the Canadian Counselling & Psychotherapy Association.
I have a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology with a minor in Peace and Conflict Studies from the University of the Fraser Valley. I have a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Trinity Western University.
Additional Training & Professional Development:
- Somatic Experiencing® ~ SE™ Intermediate Year Student
- Trauma Integrating Flow Therapy (TIFT) ~ Basic
- Neuroscience and Satir in the Sand Tray ~ Introduction
- Gottman Method Couples Therapy ~ Level 1 & 2
- Core Self Reclamation Therapy
- Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT) Caregiver Workshop
- Certified 200 hour yoga instructor Training
- Yin & Trauma Informed Yoga Training
Client Feedback
"Kimberlee is knowledgable, easy to talk with, and creates a safe space"
"Kim is great. She has some different techniques from other counsellors I have had in the past. It is giving me some breakthroughs and I am excited about my journey"
"I feel comfortable working with Kimberlee and I am getting a lot out of our conversations"
"Kimberlee has the ability to make you feel safe when sharing difficult issues"