Welcoming New Clients
In-Person & Virtual Counselling (Ages 12+)
Haida Gaede
Registered Clinical Counsellor | BCACC #
Registered Social Worker | #
Master of Social Work | UBCO
Haida Gaede ("HI-dah GAY-dee"; she/her/they) was born and raised on the unceded ancestral and occupied territory of the Sqílxʷ Okanagan People. She has close to fifteen years of practice experience in the fields of mental health and education spanning a variety of therapeutic, leadership, and research positions. Inspired by her work with folks from all walks of life, Haida brings a warm, intersectional, and heartfelt approach to her counselling and social work roles.
Haida’s education background includes degrees in Psychology and Education, a Master's in Clinical Social Work, graduate training in Special Education, and advanced training in Trauma Informed Practice. Currently, she is engaged in training toward professional certifications in Play Therapy, Canine-Assisted Therapy, and Nature-Based Therapy, reflecting her personal affinity for creative expression, animals, and the outdoors. Drawing on her rich and diverse experiences, Haida works collaboratively from an integrative and holistic perspective to “meet you where you are” and walk alongside you in establishing a nurturing environment for healing, resilience, and growth.
*Another Chapter strives to be a safe space for cultural diversity, 2SLGBTQIA+ communities and Indigenous wellness.*
Support Specializations
Areas of Experience
Children (8+) & adolescents
Adults & older adults
ADHD, ASD, and Neurodiverse-Affirming Care
2SLGBTQQIA+ and Gender-Affirming Care
Anxiety | Stress | Depression; Low Mood
Grief & Loss | Trauma | School Difficulties
Suicidality | Relationships
Eco-Anxiety and Climate Grief
Common Modalities & Techniques
- Person-centred therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Interpersonal Neurobiology
- Mindfulness
- Trauma-Informed Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Play & Expressive Therapies
- Emotion-Focused Therapy
- Collaborative Problem Solving
- Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP)
- Systemic therapy
Currently Training In
- Synergetic Play Therapy
- Canine-Assisted Therapy
- Nature-Based Therapy