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Delyse Ledgard RCC

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  • North Delta Location
  • Online & In-Person
  • Individual and Couples
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  • Trauma
  • Family of Origin
  • Attachment struggles
  • Relationships
  • Couples Counselling
  • Narcissistic abuse
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Dissociative Disorders
  • BPD
  • Self Esteem
  • Clinical Supervision

Couples Focus

Experienced with

  • Heterosexual.
  • LGBTQ2S
  • Open/non-monogamous/polyamory
  • Blended Families
  • Cross Cultural

Common issues Partners have struggled with:

  • Constant arguing and bickering.
  • Sensitivity to emotional expression of their partner.
  • Infidelity.
  • Withdrawal and lack of participation.
  • Defensive responses.
  • Lack of respect for their partners experience.
  • Feeling responsible for their partner or dependent on their partner for their well being.
  • Ambivalent about being in the relationship or out of the relationship.
  • Criticism and complaining.
  • Lack of affection and intimacy.
  • Difficulty with differences and limitations.
  • Boundaries – loosing sense of self or hiding behind a protective wall.
  • Difficulties with expressing desires to their partner.
  • Distance, lack of affection, feeling disconnected.
  • Not making time for each other.
  • Torn between in-laws and partner.

Gestalt Certification.
Certified Somatic Transformation Practitioner
Level 1 Internal Family Systems
Clinical Supervision Level 1 & 2 Justice Institute.

Couples Training

Certified Relational Life Therapy Practitioner.
Developmental Couple Counselling level 1 and 2.

Tuesday 11am – 6 pm
Wednesday 12 noon – 8pm
Saturday 11am – 4 pm.

Step Into a Freer, More Authentic You

I am dedicated to connecting with you and supporting your journey toward a freer, more vibrant, and authentic self.  When our authentic humanity has been dismissed, shamed, or used against us, we take to heart that our essential being is defective and unwanted. We believe it is shameful. It makes sense that we have developed ways to disconnect from ourselves and perhaps focus on giving others what they want from us, often leading to feel we are performing or that we don’t fit in.

It can be hard to think about therapy when you have tried so hard to rise above these painful feelings and figure things out on your own.  Perhaps the thought of revealing the parts of you that you believe are not good enough brings up that same shameful feeling. It can activate a struggle between wanting to feel ok and that the only way to try and feel ok is to not be you.  In therapy, we might start with recognising this internal struggle and that it comes from somewhere.

Healing isn’t about rapid, dramatic fixes; it’s about making small, consistent discoveries that gradually lead to more freedom, authenticity, and self-compassion.  We’ll focus on slowing down, reflecting, and understanding your experiences.  At the heart of my work lies the belief that  transformation begins with awareness. By delving into the present moment, we unlock the power of your past and present experiences.

When you work with me, you will find a presence that is:

  • Safe and Grounded: People consistently report feeling secure, seen, and deeply listened to.

  • Attentive and Responsive: I am fully present, offering deep listening while also being interactive and ready to gently challenge you when it serves your growth.

My goal is to help you create a connection to yourself that is compassionate, curious and accepting.  The potential for this kind of relationship to self, I have found, to be freeing and empowering.  I look forward to meeting every new person who walks through my door and working together to heal the discouraged, disillusioned, or betrayed parts you carry.

Whatever your struggles are—there is a way through. Let’s discover it together.

My Identities

As a cisgender white female, a Queer first-generation settler from the UK/Europe, and a person with neurodivergence, I bring a unique set of lived experiences to our work. I know that our past shapes us. The “go it alone” perspective I learned in childhood, while driving me to achieve, masked a deep-seated longing for connection. Through my own work transforming perfectionism and shame, I found ease with vulnerability—and I want to offer that possibility to you.

My Approach: Empowering You to Live on Your Terms

Therapy with me is not about “fixing” you. It’s about empowering you to live life on your terms. We will collaborate to build your resilience and capacity to face life’s challenges with strength and confidence.

The Power of Awareness, Self-Compassion and Connection.

  • Focus on the Present: True transformation begins with awareness. We’ll slow down, reflect, and delve into the present moment to unlock the power of your past and current experiences.

  • Integrated Healing: We use neuroscience-backed techniques to help you integrate new insights, leading to lasting change. I work primarily from an Internal Family Systems (IFS) perspective and process.  Bringing the power of Self-Compassion to transform the fear, shame and judgement that parts of us have taken on in our efforts to survive and manage the world we live in.

  • Human Connection First: While techniques are valuable tools, experience has shown me that human connection and mutual understanding are the core conditions for real change.

Working with Couples

Healing Relational Wounds (Individuals & Couples)

Relationships are central to all our lives. We will find what matters most to you: your energy for life and connection to your true self.

I specialise in Relational Life Therapy (RLT), a powerful and direct approach. I have trained in this method for over a decade because it aligns with my belief that change requires both determination and a willingness to look inward.

  • For Couples: RLT helps partners take an honest, clear-eyed look at their behavior within a supportive, empathic structure. We address the deep impact of societal imbalances (like patriarchy and racism) that affect power, intimacy, and communication.

  • Skills for Lasting Love: We will focus on developing crucial relationship skills, including boundaries, respectful feedback, effective negotiation, and the ability to repair hurts successfully.

My Personal Commitment: I know how hard it is to face your own part in a dynamic. Like you, I came from a family without healthy relationship models and had to transform my own patterns of over-functioning and defensiveness. I am walking the same journey as you, and I will work with you in a direct, yet deeply empathic way.

In our first few sessions, we will focus on assessment and clarity. We will identify what is happening between you now, understanding that the past has brought you to this point.

  1. Spotlight the Pain Points: We’ll use detailed examples of when things “go off the rails” to map out your interaction patterns clearly.

  2. Immediate Change: Couples ready for this work often see change begin within a few sessions.

  3. Deeper Work: We will then go deeper, working through developmental issues from your families and past relationships while actively practising new, healthier skills.

Change is challenging, but your most intimate relationships can be a powerful catalyst for becoming the best you can be. I am committed to helping you reach your goals and create a relationship that is a sanctuary from life’s stresses.

Ready to begin?

I am committed to helping you create the loving, respectful, and vibrant life and relationships you deserve. Would you like to schedule a brief introductory call to see if we are a good fit?