Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Publications
Professional Development
References
Timeline
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Joelle Prevost

North Vancouver,British Columbia

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Counsellor & Small Business Owner

Scintilla Therapy Incorporated
Vancouver, Canada
12.2019 - Current
  • Managed all aspects of private counselling practice, specializing in anxiety, trauma, and interpersonal communication
  • Mentored peers in EMDR and led group therapy sessions, including wilderness first aid for mental health and chronic illness management
  • Oversaw administrative operations, including marketing, bookkeeping, client onboarding, and website management
  • Self-published two books and facilitated workshops on anxiety management, communication skills, and emotional regulation
  • Developed leadership skills in conflict resolution and restorative action

Counsellor

Southridge Secondary School
Surrey, Canada
09.2019 - 07.2022
  • Conducted individual counseling sessions and implemented student wellness programs
  • Spearheaded school initiatives on diversity and inclusion as teacher sponsor for SOGI Club and Mental Health Club
  • Partnered with school leadership to design and implement wellness themes and support staff training in mental health and sexual education

Lab Technician, Fish Culturist, Aquarist

Vancouver Aquarium, Fisheries and Oceans Canada
Vancouver, Canada
05.2011 - 12.2017
  • Supervised fish culture staff, interns, assistant aquarists; scheduled training, and ensured proper delegation of tasks
  • Managed team projects, including DNA sampling events and laboratory-based experiments, with a focus on organization and communication

Education

Master of Counselling Psychology -

Adler University
01-2019

Bachelor of Education - Secondary Science

University of British Columbia
01-2016

Bachelor of Science - Biology, Psychology, Ocean Science

University of Victoria
01-2011

Skills

  • Leadership & Mentoring – Experience leading group therapy, supervising interns, and mentoring professionals in therapy techniques
  • Communication & Facilitation – High level of comfort in public speaking, group facilitation, and extensive experience in teaching communication skills
  • Project Management – Proven ability to oversee projects, manage schedules, and coordinate resources effectively
  • Organizational Skills – Extensive experience running a private business and handling scheduling and administrative tasks
  • Conflict Resolution – Training in couples and family therapy, and restorative action Expertise in mediating disputes and fostering open dialogue in both educational and therapeutic settings
  • Collaboration - Worked closely with counselors and teachers to support students with specialized needs; worked with scientists and lab technicians to achieve research goals

Publications

  • J.L.Prevost, Managing Personal, Emotional, and Social Aspects of Chronic Illness: A Workbook (2023)
  • J.L.Prevost, The Conversation Guide: How to Skillfully Communicate, Set Boundaries, and Be Understood (2021)
  • Paulton, J. & Prevost, J., Inflammatory Bowel Disease Psychotherapy Protocol: Gut-Oriented Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Clinical Hypnosis, and Emotion Regulation Coping Skills Development, Journal of the Canadian Association of Gastroenterology (2020)

Professional Development

  • Advanced CBT and DBT Skills – Specializing in depression, anxiety, mindfulness, goal-setting, and interpersonal techniques.
  • EMDR International Certification – Advanced training in OCD, complex trauma, pain management, and more.
  • Trauma-Informed Leadership – Providing consulting and mentorship in trauma techniques.
  • Conflict Resolution and Mediation Techniques – couples and family therapy training, restorative action experience.
  • Team Dynamics and Group Facilitation – Expertise in group therapies, performance enhancement, and chronic illness management.

References

Comprehensive CV and references available upon request.

Timeline

Counsellor & Small Business Owner

Scintilla Therapy Incorporated
12.2019 - Current

Counsellor

Southridge Secondary School
09.2019 - 07.2022

Lab Technician, Fish Culturist, Aquarist

Vancouver Aquarium, Fisheries and Oceans Canada
05.2011 - 12.2017

Master of Counselling Psychology -

Adler University

Bachelor of Education - Secondary Science

University of British Columbia

Bachelor of Science - Biology, Psychology, Ocean Science

University of Victoria
Joelle Prevost