More About Brittany Malo

Hi! I’m Brittany, and I’m thrilled to embark on this journey with you. As a practitioner deeply rooted in strengths-based and person-centered approaches, I believe in harnessing your inherent potential to facilitate meaningful change. By fostering a safe and nonjudgmental space, my aim is to collaboratively explore your experiences, values, and goals, empowering you to navigate life’s complexities with confidence and authenticity.

In my practice, I am deeply committed to embracing a person-centered approach, which places you—the client—at the heart of our therapeutic journey. This means that I prioritize your unique experiences, perspectives, and needs, fostering an environment where you feel truly seen, heard, and understood. Together, we co-create a space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and aspirations freely, without fear of judgment or expectation.

In this collaborative process, you are the expert of your own life, and my role is to accompany you with empathy, genuineness, and unconditional positive regard. By honoring your autonomy and agency, we work together to unlock your inherent potential and facilitate growth and healing from within. Through the transformative power of our therapeutic relationship, you can cultivate deeper self-awareness, discover untapped strengths, and embark on a journey towards greater fulfillment and authenticity.

Together, we’ll navigate challenges, celebrate victories, and uncover the resources within you to overcome obstacles. Whether you’re seeking support for personal growth, navigating transitions, or addressing mental health concerns, I’m here to honor your individuality and guide you towards a more fulfilling and purposeful life.

Let’s embark on this transformative journey together, where your strengths illuminate the path towards healing and self-discovery.

A COUPLE OF QUESTIONS:

What is your favourite quote?

“People are capable, at any time in their lives, of doing what they dream of.” – Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist

What do you think the world needs more of?

In a world often characterized by division and discord, there is an undeniable need for more compassion, kindness, and gentleness. These qualities serve as guiding lights, fostering understanding, empathy, and harmony among individuals and communities. Through acts of compassion, we acknowledge the inherent dignity of every person, while kindness cultivates bonds of solidarity and fosters a culture of generosity. Gentleness, in its sincerity and humility, nurtures healing and reconciliation, soothing the wounds inflicted by hardship and strife. Embracing these virtues not only enriches our personal lives but also holds the potential to transform the fabric of society, creating a more compassionate and interconnected world for generations to come.

Qualifications

Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology (in progress)

Bachelor of Child and Youth Care

Affiliations

Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association: Student Member #11251167

Certifications

Suicide Prevention

Risk Assessment and Management (SPRAM) (Completed July 2023)

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (Completed June 2022)

Basic Life Support (BLS) (Expires October 2024)

Mental Health First Aid (Completed September 2023)

200hr Yoga Alliance Certified Yoga Instructor (Completed 2017)

Languages

• English

My areas of focus:

Developmental Disorders

• Cognitive Disability
• Pervasive Developmental Disorders

Mental Health Disorders

• Cognitive Disability

Other Areas

• Emotional Regulation

Thrive (Child & Youth)

• Behavioural Issues

I have experience in:

• Adolescent and Teen Issues
• Anger Management
• Antisocial Personality Disorder
• Anxiety
• Anxiety Disorders
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in Adults
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in Children
• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Borderline Personality Disorder
• Brain Injury Program
• Conduct Disorder
• Delusional Disorder
• Depression
• Emotional Abuse
• FASD
• Family Issues
• Family Violence
• Fetishes and Philias
• Gender Identity
• Generalized Anxiety Disorder
• Grief and Loss
• Impulsivity in Children
• LGBTQ2S+ Issues
• Learning Disorders
• Losing Someone to Suicide
• Major Depressive Disorder
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
• Oppositional Defiant Disorder
• Paranoid Personality Disorder
• Physical Abuse
• Schizoid Personality Disorder
• Self-Esteem Issues
• Self-Harming
• Sexual Offending Behaviours
• Social Anxiety Disorder
• Stress Management
• Suicidal Thoughts
• Trauma

My treatment approaches:

• Behavioural Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Mindfulness Therapy
• Person Centered Therapy
• Solution Focused Therapy