Christopher Fletcher
Whole Family Healing Counselling Services
Halfmoon Bay
26
years of professional experience
Results-driven professional with over 25 years in retreat center operations and family counseling. Expertise in business planning, staff management, and developing impactful wellness programs to optimize guest satisfaction and community engagement.
Work History
Retreat Center Owner/Operator and Facilatator
25 Years- Developed and implemented strategic marketing initiatives to attract visitors to retreat center.
- Oversaw daily operations ensuring high-quality guest experiences and satisfaction.
- Managed budgeting and financial planning to optimize resource allocation and profitability.
- Recruited, trained, and mentored staff to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.
- Established partnerships with local businesses to expand service offerings and community engagement.
- Designed wellness programs that integrate holistic practices for diverse clientele needs.
- Evaluated industry trends to adapt services, maintaining competitive advantage in the market.
- Led strategic planning sessions to define long-term goals and vision for retreat center growth.
Family Counselor
25 Years 6 Months- Facilitated family therapy sessions to resolve conflicts and improve communication dynamics.
- Developed individualized treatment plans addressing unique family needs and challenges.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic techniques to foster emotional healing among family members.
- Conducted assessments to identify behavioral issues and recommend appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance holistic treatment approaches for families.
- Led workshops on parenting strategies to empower caregivers in managing child behaviors effectively.
- Mentored junior counselors, providing guidance on case management and therapeutic practices.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through client feedback, driving continuous improvement initiatives in services offered.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
Suicide Intervention Certification - Counselling
Addictions Certification - Addiction Counseling
Conflict Resolution Certification - Educational Psychology
Conflict Mediation Certification - Conflict Mediation
2 Year Diploma - Counseling Psychology
High School Diploma
Skills
Customer relations
Small business operations
Relationship building
Verbal and written communication
Project management
Operations management
Business management
Business planning
Staff management
Accomplishments
- Author of “Fearless Presence,” published in 2020
- Supervised team of 10 staff members.
- Project Manager for the Ruby Lake Retreat Project
- Mens work Facilitator and mens group circles.
Languages
English
Interests
Youth Development Programs
Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community.
Youth mentor
providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders.
Volunteer Work
Environmental Stewardship
Participating in fundraising events to support local charities
schools
or community projects.
Timeline
Retreat Center Owner/Operator and Facilatator
Halfmoon Haven Retreat Center Inc.
07.2001 - CurrentRead More
Family Counselor
Whole Family Healing Counselling Services
01.2001 - CurrentRead More
Options Services To Community
Suicide Intervention Certification from Counselling
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Simon Fraser University
Bachelor of Arts from Criminology
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Options Services To Community
Addictions Certification from Addiction Counseling
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Unloading Zone Personal Development Program
Conflict Resolution Certification from Educational Psychology
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Justice Institute of British Columbia
Conflict Mediation Certification from Conflict Mediation
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Kwantlen University
2 Year Diploma from Counseling Psychology
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Earl Marriott Secondary
High School Diploma
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