About
Kristin Ochitwa
Kristin is a Registered Social Worker (RSW) with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW). Kristin earned her Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree from the University of Regina. Her journey into human services began in 2008, soon after venturing to Social Services in 2012, and continuing on as a counsellor in 2018.
Kristin has diverse experience in human services, working with children, youth, adults, families, and foster families. Kristin has further worked extensively with crisis intervention, trauma, grief and loss, self-empowerment, individual relationship issues, mental health diagnoses and disorders. Kristin has training in Risk Assessment, Self-Harm & Suicide Intervention, Anxiety Intervention, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, Play Therapy, Theraplay, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, Yoga & Trauma-Informed Yoga practices.
Kristin's path with yoga began in 2009, leading her to become a 200HR Certified Vinyasa Yoga Instructor in 2019. Since immersing herself in the practice and the teachings, she has gained additional training in Trauma-Sensitive Yoga, Spa Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga for Youth, Inversions & Alignment and the One Yoga Leadership Program.
TESTIMONIALS
"I was a client of Kristin's for about 7 months before I moved away. In those 7 months she helped me grow so much! She listened, offered support, and was always understanding. She was never forceful about anything and let me work at my own comfort and pace. She supported me through the highs and the lows, never making me feel like a burden or a bother. If it wasn't for her, I would not be the person I am today! She helped me build my confidence, find other resources I could access, and even helped with advice on how my foster parents could better support me. 15/10 recommend her. She is an amazing human being with a huge heart! "
"Kristin is very genuine. She is empathetic, insightful, supportive and makes you feel heard and understood. I felt very comfortable with her at a time where I was very insecure about sharing what I was going through. Kristin helped me through the delayed effects of trauma. I trust her perspective and guidance, and feel like she has really helped me grow during these past few months. She has never once been judgmental. I can't thank her enough for her support and kindness."
"Kristin is the most amazing counsellor I have ever seen. I have never encountered anyone like her. She is kind, understanding and immensely helpful. I have been seeing her because of domestic violence, dealing with ex-husband and children as well as family member with addiction issues. She listens without judgment and relates to me. I always feel heard, and I can't recommend her enough. Best counsellor I have ever seen."