ABOUT

Solid Ground Wellness

MEET ARIEL DUMAIS

Registered Clinical Counsellor in Chilliwack and Fraser Valley, BC

I provide in-person counselling in Chilliwack and online counselling to people throughout BC.

I have completed a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology and am registered with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (#19781).

I currently work as a Mental Health and Substance Use Clinician for a local health authority in addition to my private practice. I have been working in the healthcare field, focused on mental health and substance use for ten years.

When I’m not working, I love exploring the outdoors and hiking. I also enjoy training in martial arts and challenging myself both mentally and physically. I find that the discipline and focus required in martial arts training helps me stay grounded and centered in all areas of my life. If you are seeking support and guidance through a difficult time, I would be honoured to work with you one-on-one.

    • Trauma & Resiliency Informed Practice for MHSU Service Providers

    • Trauma & Resiliency Informed Practice in Response to Stress

    • San-yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training

    • BC Mental Health ACT Education for Nurses, Allied Health and Medical Staff

    • Smart Recovery Facilitator Training

    • Moments to Milestones: Engaging with People Who Use Substances

    • Occupational Stress and the Opioid Crisis

    • BCEHS – Opioid Addiction Education

    • Help Starts Here: Sudden Death Aftercare

    • Living at Risk: MHSU – Supported Housing and Residential Program – Clinical Practice Guidelines

    • NHA – MHSU – HoNOS Module 1 – Adult and Older Adult

    • Provincial Violence Prevention for Medium and High-Risk Interventions

SOLID GROUND WELLNESS

SOLID GROUND WELLNESS

APPROACH
TO THERAPY

Our therapeutic approach incorporates evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT) as well as Mindfulness-based techniques.

  • CBT is a therapeutic approach that focuses on identifying and modifying negative thought patterns and behaviours to help individuals manage their emotions, improve their mental well-being and achieve their goals.

  • ACT is a form of psychotherapy that emphasizes accepting one's thoughts and feelings, while taking committed actions aligned with personal values, in order to cultivate psychological flexibility and enhance overall well-being.

  • SFT is a brief and goal-oriented therapeutic approach that concentrates on identifying and amplifying clients' strengths and resources, while assisting them in envisioning and working towards specific solutions to their problems, rather than focusing extensively on the problems themselves.

  • Mindfulness involves intentionally focusing one's attention on the present moment, without judgement, in order to cultivate a state of heightened awareness and non-reactive observation. These techniques are often used in therapeutic settings to promote stress reduction, emotional regulation, and overall well-being.

HOW WE

WORK WITH YOU

By tailoring the therapy to your specific needs and goals, we will work together to identify patterns, explore underlying emotions, and develop practical strategies to address your concerns. We believe in taking a holistic view of each individual, considering the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. 

Our approach integrates a focus on self-care, mindfulness, and cultivating healthy coping mechanisms to support your overall well-being. By fostering a therapeutic alliance built on trust and empathy, we can collaboratively explore your experiences, work through challenges, and help you move towards a more fulfilling and authentic life. Book an online counselling session today.

OUR PHILOSOPHY

We believe that every individual has the ability to heal and grow and live at peace, and we work collaboratively with our clients to support them on their journeys towards greater well-being. We strongly believe that change is possible when a therapeutic alliance is built between the counsellor and the client. We strive to create a safe and non-judgemental space where you can feel comfortable sharing your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. We are constantly working to evolve our counselling philosophy in ways that will benefit our clients.

Book a FREE Consultation below to discover the professional support that can help you achieve your goals.

Solid Ground Wellness is PASSIONATE about helping people OVERCOME CHALLENGES to lead HEALTHY and FULFILLING LIVES.