Susan Furtado

About Susan

Susan uses a comprehensive, integrative approach combining psychotherapy and nutritional counselling, known as Psycho-Nutra-Therapy (PNT). She recognizes the connection between emotional regulation, nutritional health, and metabolic functioning, and applies a holistic lens to mental health care. Her work includes thorough assessment of emotional well-being alongside nutritional factors such as dietary patterns, deficiencies, and appropriate nutraceutical support, paying careful attention to both psychological and physiological influences on overall functioning.

Following a detailed consultation and assessment, Susan develops personalized treatment plans that may incorporate lifestyle modifications, dietary recommendations, supplementation, and evidence-based therapeutic modalities including mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).

Susan fosters a compassionate, attuned, and non-judgmental therapeutic environment where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts, emotions, and lived experiences. Through a client-centred and collaborative approach, she supports insight, meaning-making, and emotional processing, empowering clients to recognize their inherent strengths, build resilience, and integrate therapeutic growth into everyday life.

Susan believes there is a direct relationship between mood and nutritional health, taking a holistic approach that addresses emotional needs alongside mineral, vitamin, and nutritional deficiencies. Her compassion and non-judgmental approach draw out clients’ natural abilities, helping them face internal struggles and reconnect with their inherent strengths. Supporting individuals to achieve their full potential and helping them overcome mental and emotional barriers to personal well-being are central motivations in her practice.

Susan Furtado is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Adler University and is registered with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors. She holds certifications in Family Mediation and Expressive Arts Therapy from the Justice Institute of British Columbia and is also a Registered Holistic Nutritionist (R.H.N.) with over 20 years of experience in the natural health industry.

Currently accepting new clients. Book a complimentary 20-minute Meet and Greet. Susan is recognized and approved by ICBC, WorkSafeBC, and the Crime Victim Assistance Program.

Services may be eligible for extended medical coverage; please contact your insurance provider for details.

Looking forward to working alongside you – Susan