Paola
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Hello!
¡Hola!
Hallo!
Hi there! I’m Paola Zorrilla Steenbock, a BCACC registered clinical counsellor (#20884) with a deep passion for adults, children, and families, with a creative, values- and needs-based approach, supported by empathic curiosity. With a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology, my approach merges psychology with creativity, to support people in ways that feel humanly authentic and compassionate.
Who am I?
I am a first-generation Mexican-German immigrant, who is Neurodivergent. As an ADHD-and-OCD-er, I can understand how hard it is to navigate the world we currently live in, while also managing our own brain, ways of making sense of the world, and life’s demands.
It’s important to me that we support you to navigate your own life, with your values and needs at the forefront, to make life more sustainable, and ultimately joyous.
Guiding Principles
My neurodivergence-affirming practice centers on creating an empathetic, empowering space where you, as neurodivergent person, can safely explore your authentic self and build self-acceptance, through your interests.
My practice is rooted in a neurodivergence-affirming approach that emphasizes empathy and creativity. I strive to create a space where you feel empowered to explore who you are and safely uncover your preferences and emotional range. I honor each client’s unique experience within the broader context of family, community, and societal expectations, acknowledging the challenges of systemic norms.
My goal is to build a collaborative relationship that prioritizes each your voice, and minimize power imbalances to in turn help you empower yourself, and create a path toward embracing your individuality and sense of belonging.
Intersectionality & Positionality
I am a Mexican-German, first-generation immigrant who brings a values-driven perspective shaped by diverse cultural identities and lived experiences. As an able-bodied, multilingual, gender-fluid person with lived experience of mental illness and neurodivergence, I approach life with empathy and a nuanced understanding of others’ journeys.
I share these aspects of myself because I believe each person is made up of multitudes, with no single identity capturing the whole.
Let’s Connect
To book a complimentary 15-minute consultation, first submit an inquiry form.
I would love to hear how I can support you!
“Every behaviour is an attempt at regulation.”
-Lisa Dion, LPC, RPT-S, Creator of Synergetic Play Therapy