Arend’s counselling modality is person-centered, with a Relational Life Therapy (RLT) lens. Arend believes that each person has within them, the capacity to heal themselves, much like the body heals itself when it is hurt. Arend’s role is to come alongside you, to help facilitate that healing and growth, by remaining curious and empathetic.

Arend previously worked in the construction industry running his own small business as an installer of flooring. As people invited Arend into their homes to update their space, Arend paid attention to the finer details to achieve what they were looking for. Apart from the satisfaction of working on different projects in people’s homes, Arend also appreciated the relational aspect of working with each homeowner.

The counselling relationship is not that different than the one between a contractor and a homeowner, but the stakes are greater, as it’s not your home but your life that you are allowing counsellors to see into.

Arend’s top two values are Faith and Integrity. Arend’s hope for you (for everyone!) is to stop just surviving and to start thriving!

Brene Brown shares that, “Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen.” It is an honor to have you engage in the process of potential growth and healing, and allowing yourself to be seen and heard.