Brigitt de Villiers, BSW, MSW, RSW

Over the past 17 years, I’ve had the privilege of working in social work in a variety of roles and settings. I am a Registered Social Worker with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers and hold a Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Regina and a Master of Social Work from the University of Waterloo.

I believe people are the experts in their own lives. My role is to meet clients where they are and work alongside them to make sense of what they’re experiencing, work through challenges, and find ways to create change and healing.

My approach to counselling is holistic, client-centred, and trauma-informed. I know that what works for one person may not work for another, so I strive to meet each person with curiosity and an open mind. I draw from CBT, DBT, mindfulness, trauma-focused approaches, and the Gottman Method, depending on what fits the needs of each client. Our work together might include learning practical skills, exploring patterns, building on strengths, or simply having a safe space to work through what feels difficult.

Grief and loss are a special area of interest in my practice. I have completed End-of-Life Doula training through Douglas College and hold a Death, Dying & Bereavement Certificate from Wilfrid Laurier University. I support individuals and families through many different kinds of loss, including death, traumatic bereavement, chronic and life-limiting illness, pregnancy loss, and significant life changes. I believe grief is deeply personal and that healing does not mean forgetting or simply moving on, but finding ways to live with loss while rebuilding connection, meaning, and a sense of self.

I work with clients ages 12+ in the areas of:

• Grief and loss
• Chronic illness
• End-of-life support
• Traumatic bereavement
• Anxiety and depression
• Trauma
• Women’s health, including maternal health and pregnancy loss
• Mindfulness
• Self-esteem and body image
• Goal setting and stress management
• Life transitions
• Healthy relationships and boundaries
• Couples counselling

I also work with children ages 8+ who are experiencing grief and loss, using age-appropriate support to help them understand, express, and navigate their grief.

Outside of work, I enjoy being outdoors with my husband and three kids – whether we’re out on the lake, fishing, hiking, or in the garden. In the winter, cross-country skiing is one of my favorite ways to recharge and stay grounded.