About Anna Ruth Britton
About Me
I’ve been doing this work for over 30 years, but what matters most to me is how it feels to sit with someone, not what I can list on paper.
I’m someone who naturally pays attention to what’s underneath the surface — the things people don’t always say out loud, or don’t quite have words for yet. That’s often where we begin in our journey of personal growth.
Much of my work has been with children, young people, and families across all sorts of settings, including some really complex and challenging ones. Over time, I’ve come to understand that people don’t need to be “fixed” — they need emotional support, to feel understood, steady, and not alone in what they’re carrying.
People often find their way to me when they’ve been holding a lot for a long time, sometimes after difficult experiences in workplaces, relationships, or systems that haven’t felt safe or supportive. What I offer is a space where you can take your time and where I can hold space for you. Here, things can be messy, unfinished, or unclear, and that’s okay. We figure it out together.
Alongside my work, I’m a mum and someone who finds a lot of joy in music, art, and being around real, expressive spaces. I go to concerts whenever I can, and I value creativity in all its forms. I also share my life with my cat, who has a way of reminding me to slow down and stay present.
I tend to show up as calm, steady, and human. I’m not easily thrown by things, and I’m comfortable sitting with whatever comes into the room — even when it’s hard. My aim is to create a space where you feel able to be yourself, without pressure, and where change can happen in a way that feels real and lasting.
About Anna Ruth Britton - Therapeutic Support
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Reach out to me by email or direct book using Jane. I accept credit cards (through Jane), e-transfer and direct bill insurance with the following;
Blue Cross
Canada Life
Great West Life
Green Shield Canada
Insurance Corporation of British Columbia
Medic Construction
Pacific Blue Cross
First Nations Health Authority
CVAP approved
ICBC approved
Approach
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The way I work isn’t rigid or scripted; it’s responsive and focused on providing emotional support. Some sessions are about talking things through, while others may be quieter and more reflective, centered on holding space for what’s happening in the moment — whether in your thoughts, your body, or your responses. I pay attention to patte
The way I work isn’t rigid or scripted; it’s responsive and focused on providing emotional support. Some sessions are about talking things through, while others may be quieter and more reflective, centered on holding space for what’s happening in the moment — whether in your thoughts, your body, or your responses. I pay attention to patterns in how you relate to others, how you respond under pressure, and what tends to get pushed aside. This awareness allows us to begin to understand what’s been helpful, what hasn’t, and what might need to shift for your personal growth. I draw on a range of approaches and an understanding of how the nervous system responds to stress and overwhelm. What matters most, though, is how these approaches are shaped to fit you, not the other way around. We’re not aiming for perfection; the goal is to pay attention to what starts to feel right for you and build from there.
Space
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Space
I’ve designed my practice to be slower paced and more intentional than many traditional settings. This approach ensures that you’re not just a time slot in a busy system — there is room to pause, reflect, and take things at a pace that feels right for you, creating a safe space for emotional support. Sessions can take place in a quiet off
I’ve designed my practice to be slower paced and more intentional than many traditional settings. This approach ensures that you’re not just a time slot in a busy system — there is room to pause, reflect, and take things at a pace that feels right for you, creating a safe space for emotional support. Sessions can take place in a quiet office setting, online, or sometimes outdoors if that feels helpful. For some people, movement, fresh air, or a different environment makes it easier to think, feel, and talk, allowing for personal growth. We shape this together in a way that feels comfortable and workable for you. Depending on what’s needed, sessions might include creativity, movement, laughter, or even moments where things feel a bit louder or more expressive, as well as times of slowing down, grounding, or reconnecting with your body through rhythm, walking, or play. Not everything needs to be talked through; sometimes these different ways of working can help you feel more present, more connected, and more able to make sense of what’s going on. Alongside therapy, my work also includes supervision, consultation, advocacy, and community-based support, particularly in relation to neurodivergence and youth mental health and psychiatry, always with attention to holding space, wellbeing, sustainability, and capacity.