Heather Stump

Heather Stump, HBA, BFA, MSc(N), CAGS, RCAT, ACTA, RCC, is a Registered Canadian Art Therapist and Registered Clinical Counsellor with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors, and a member of the Association of Counselling Therapists of Alberta.

Heather completed an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and History (Queens), a Masters degree in Applied Science (McGill), a Bachelor of Fine Art specializing in Print Media at the Alberta College of Art and Design, as well as a Post-Masters Certificate in Art Therapy from St Stephens, University of Alberta in Edmonton and a Certificate in Advanced Post-Graduate Studies in Expressive Arts, Therapy, Consulting and Education (CAGS) at the European Graduate School in Switzerland. A deep curiosity about the world, coupled with a deep concern for human beings, has been a significant theme throughout her life.  As an Art Therapist, Heather incorporates art making and creativity into the therapeutic work that she does with children, adolescents, families and groups. The Expressive Arts Therapies provide the springboard from which she assists people to cultivate their own voice(s) and to explore their inner and outer landscapes—with the aim of enhancing their wellbeing and enjoyment of life.