Welcome to L’abri Therapies! My name is Sandi Smoker and I am glad you found your way here.

I believe therapeutic relationships are nurtured through compassion, inclusivity, and culturally-informed practices, while preventing and alleviating distress in support of overall well-being. L’abri Therapies evokes a sense of shelter, holding space for collaborative engagement and restorative exploration, both essential elements for change and transformation.

I am a visual artist, grandmother, and life-long learner. My contemplative roots run deep in Christian wisdom tradition and reflect my devotion to the arts as integral to emotional and spiritual formation.

I live in the Outer Southern Gulf Islands on the westcoast of Canada where I work as Mental Health Program Supervisor and Counsellor at the local health centre. My training includes certification in art therapy, and certification as a clinical specialist in spiritual care and counselling. I serve as co-investigator and co-scholar on the Arts for Equity Project.

I look forward to connecting with you.

Welcome to L’abri Therapies! My name is Sandi Smoker and I am glad you found your way here. I be... Read More