Lizelle Badenhorst

I have a deep passion for exploring the healing power of the mind and helping others discover their inner strengths. My own life journey—immigrating to Canada in my early thirties and experiencing significant loss—has shaped me profoundly, both personally and professionally. These experiences have given me the ability to connect with clients with genuine compassion, understanding, and authenticity.

With over 20 years of experience, I offer gentle but focused counselling within a safe and caring space where clients can feel supported to explore their challenges, reflect, and grow. I believe healing often comes through moving honestly through pain, which leads to uncovering resilience and making more mindful, empowered choices. I use the wisdom of both mind and body to guide my approach, tailoring each session to the unique needs of the individual.

I have extensive experience supporting clients dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma and post-traumatic stress, low self-esteem, grief and loss, disordered eating, relationship challenges, and chronic illness. I hold a Master’s degree in Psychology and am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors.

Would you like me to add any specific personal interests or counselling philosophies to enrich it further?I have a deep passion for exploring the healing power of the mind and helping others discover their inner strengths. My own life journey—immigrating to Canada and experiencing significant loss—has shaped me profoundly, both personally and professionally. These experiences have given me the ability to connect with clients with genuine compassion, understanding, and authenticity.

With over 20 years of experience, I offer gentle but focused counselling within a safe and caring space where clients can feel supported to explore their challenges, reflect, and grow. I believe healing often comes through moving honestly through pain, which leads to uncovering resilience and making more mindful, empowered choices. I use the wisdom of both mind and body to guide my approach, tailoring each session to the unique needs of the individual.

I have extensive experience supporting clients dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma and post-traumatic stress, low self-esteem, grief and loss, disordered eating, relationship challenges, and chronic illness. 

I have successfully supported clients with:

 - Overcome anxiety/panic, depression

 - Feel more confident, increase self-esteem

 - Have more rewarding relationships

 - Resolve trauma (present and past)

 - Manage anger and stress effectively

 - Develop new perspectives and strategies for a healthier lifestyle

 - Learn to live with the loss of loved ones

 - Living with chronic illness in an effective and meaningful way

 - Resolve family issue

I hold a Master’s degree in Psychology and am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors.