Marguerita Van Der Meer, ACA

Marguerita Van Der Meer brings 15 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of human concerns and life stages. Her practice supports people from social and cultural minority groups as well as those facing anxiety, depression, childhood and developmental issues, family systems and relationship difficulties, grief and trauma, and spiritual or lifestyle questions. She blends an adaptable, client-focused stance with evidence-informed techniques to meet complex and varied needs.

Her therapeutic style is eclectic and collaborative, drawing especially on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy, and mind-body connection techniques. She also integrates client-centered therapy, mindfulness approaches, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused strategies to tailor work to each individual. A strong interest in philosophy and wisdom traditions informs her work, including study of meditation practices and spiritual literature that she weaves into therapeutic exploration when relevant.

Marguerita describes her work as a holistic partnership aimed at helping people move beyond obstacles, deepen self-understanding, and improve quality of life. She holds the ACA credential, a professional counselling credential, and uses a compassionate, insightful approach that encourages curiosity and growth. She often reflects on the Tao Teh Ching: "Ever desireless, one can see the great mystery.. and the mystery itself is the doorway to all understanding" as a guiding sentiment for the therapeutic journey.