About Terrilee Kelford (she/her)
Experience
Terrilee Kelford has been working with children, teens and families with experiences of trauma and mental health challenges in various capacities, for 30+ years. In her capacity as a Registered Psychotherapist for individuals age 10+ she helps clients understand their past and current thoughts, feelings and behaviour through a compassionate and non-judgemental lens to better enable them to adopt skills and strategies that will improve their overall quality and enjoyment of life.
TERRILEE OFFERS SERVICES IN CARLETON PLACE AND OTTAWA.
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Expressive Arts
Engaging in hobbies, passions, and interests can significantly improve mental health by reducing stress, anxiety and depression through mindful engagement in activities that provide a sense of purpose, identity and satisfaction. They can foster creativity, improve cognitive skills, build self-esteem, and provide social connections, contributing to overall well-being and a more balanced life.
As an Artist and Therapeutic Arts Practitioner, Terrilee believes strongly in the power of art as a mindful & healing tool. Upon request she will include the use of artistic mediums in her sessions. Terrilee also loves to offer expressive art workshops for groups or schools. Terrilee shows and sells her art work at the Carleton Place Collective.
Community Work
Terrilee believes in the power of volunteering and has devoted many hours to community development projects such as addressing rural youth homelessness and human trafficking. She is a founder, board member, volunteer, fundraiser and public speaker. Ask her about her current work to address rural homelessness on a National level or invite her to speak about mental health, expressive arts, homelessness, human trafficking or a related topic of your choice.