Amber Thiessen
M.A. Counselling, APC
Currently NOT accepting new clients.
Amber grew up in the Pembina Valley and earned her Bachelor of Nursing degree from the University of Manitoba before returning home to serve as a nurse at Boundary Trails Health Centre. After several years, she and her husband moved overseas to join a church planting team, spending six years in Africa. During this time, Amber developed a deep appreciation for other cultures and a passion for supporting cross-cultural workers through the unique challenges they encounter.
Her overseas experience sparked a growing interest in mental health, leading her to complete a Master of Arts in Counselling from Providence Theological Seminary.
Amber believes there is always hope, even in the midst of struggle. She provides a safe, caring, and compassionate space for clients to explore their challenges and gain insight for meaningful change. Taking an integrated, holistic approach to therapy, she considers the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual aspects of wellbeing.
In addition to her counselling role, Amber continues her work as a mental health liaison nurse at Boundary Trails, which strengthens her expertise in assessment and crisis management. She has training in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and experience supporting individuals with anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, and trauma. Amber values collaboration and works closely with clients to set goals that foster personal growth and overall wellbeing.