My Approach | Soul and Feather Counselling

About Me

SANDRINE FLORENT

RP, M.A., CCC

Hello, Bonjour! I’m a Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario and Nova Scotia. My work is grounded in years of in-depth research into how grief moves through the body and through community, with particular attention to culturally grounded, trauma-informed pathways to healing within African, Black, and Caribbean communities. This isn't abstract theory for me. It reflects a commitment to holding space for forms of loss that are too often overlooked, and to honouring the cultural and spiritual dimensions of how we grieve and recover.

Originally from France, I specialize in grief, trauma, and perinatal mental health, holding advanced certifications in these fields. I also provide clinical recommendations considering the effects of anti-Black racism for the ANSJI.

As a bilingual practitioner, I create a safe space for healing.

Outside of work, I have family time, portrait photography, cooking, travelling, and creative writing. I'm here to help you find balance and resilience on your journey.

**Education and Experience**

- M.A. in Counselling, Psychotherapy, and Spirituality (Couple and Family Therapy), Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

- B.A. in Human Relations and Spirituality (Summa Cum Laude), Ottawa, ON, Canada

- B.A. in Business Administration, Paris, IDF, France

**Additional Training**

- Certified Critical Incident Group Debriefing (CTRI)

- Certified in Canadian Perinatal Mental Health

- Certified Trauma Professional (Evergreen Certifications)

- SMART Recovery Certification (Facilitator)

- Certified APR Coaching

**Memberships**

- CAMFT #20171475 (Canadian Association for Marriage & Family Therapy)

- PSI #107449 (Postpartum Support International)

- CCPA #11242660 (Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association)

- CRPO #13861 (College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario)

- NSCCT #RCT-25-058 (Nova Scotia College of Counselling Therapists)