Hello! I’m Shailyn Waites, a registered social worker and clinical therapist with a passion for guiding individuals on their journey towards healing and growth.

Beyond my professional identity, I wear many hats in life – I’m a sister, daughter, friend, and proud former university athlete in hockey. I’m also a devoted wife and (dog) mom to our goldendoodle, Finnegan. My story started on a family farm growing crops, and for the past five years I have settled in the beautiful mountains in British Columbia Canada with my husband.

Outside of the therapy room, you’ll often find me immersing myself in various activities that bring me joy and balance. Whether it’s hiking through the mountains, camping under the stars, or hitting the trails for a run, I thrive in nature.

When I’m not pursuing physical activities, I enjoy spending quality time with my dog Finn, connecting with friends and family, and diving into books, particularly fantasy and psychological thrillers. And yes, I’ll admit to indulging in a guilty pleasure of reality TV from time to time. I find solace in activities like hot yoga, tennis, or simply unwinding in a soothing bubble bath.

Welcome to The Solace Flow and if you have any questions please feel free to email me.

I received a double major Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Thanatology (the study of death, dying, grief, and loss) from Western University while simultaneously playing on the women’s varsity hockey team.

After finishing my Bachelor’s degree I moved across Canada to complete my Masters of Clinical Social Work at the University of British Columbia, and became a Registered Social Worker with the British Columbia College of Social Workers.

Professional Development Trainings Completed:

• EMDRIA-Approved EMDR Basic Training
• Emotionally-Focused Therapy: Attachment Science into Practice
• San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Course
• NVCI Certificate
• Cognitive Processing Therapy

Over the past seven years I have had the privilege of working alongside children, adolescents (including their caregivers), teens, and adults.

I have provided support to those struggling with:

• MANY athletes in sport and transitioning out of sport
• Complex trauma
• PTSD
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Grief and loss
• Perfectionism
• OCD and Phobias
• Low self-esteem
• Burnout
• Body dysmorphia
• Disordered eating, and eating disorders.
• And more!

Throughout my career, I’ve gained diverse experience in various settings aimed at supporting individuals through their unique challenges. This includes working in inpatient substance-use intensive treatment centers for adults and youth, providing assistance in detox centers, offering crisis support on phone hotlines, and delivering one-on-one sessions and family counseling in non-profit organizations. Additionally, I’ve been an integral part of interdisciplinary teams at a local clinic, providing counselling support for nearly three years.

Moreover, I’ve co-facilitated groups such as Survivors of Suicide Loss and Eating Disorder groups for both youth and parents.