Meet Dr. Shawna Biron
BC Registered Clinical Counsellor combining professional expertise with lived experience of OCD. Discover Shawna’s compassionate perspective, explore her background and find out how to book an online session.
Understanding OCD through professional and lived experience
Dr. Shawna Biron · BC Registered Clinical Counsellor
Hi, I’m Shawna, a BC Registered Clinical Counsellor with lived experience of OCD. My perspective is shaped by the intersection of professional knowledge, academic training and personal experience.
I know how important it is to have open conversations about experiences that can often feel difficult to share. Through my work and by speaking openly about OCD, I hope to help reduce stigma and encourage greater understanding.
My hope is that by bringing professional knowledge and personal experience together, we can encourage earlier recognition of OCD and help people feel less alone in what they’re experiencing.
Online counselling appointments. Choose an available time using Shawna’s booking calendar below. Please check the final price displayed during booking.
Bringing lived experience to counselling
As both a BC Registered Clinical Counsellor and someone with lived experience of OCD, I bring together two important perspectives: professional knowledge and personal understanding.
OCD can involve experiences that people find difficult to talk about openly. I believe that greater awareness, understanding and honest conversations can help challenge the stigma surrounding these experiences.
Shawna brings both professional counselling knowledge and personal experience of OCD to her perspective, with a focus on reducing stigma, encouraging earlier recognition and helping others feel less alone.
More about my perspective on OCD
Many aspects of OCD and intrusive thoughts can remain hidden, particularly when people feel uncomfortable or afraid to talk about their experiences.
I hope that speaking openly about these subjects can help create greater understanding and make difficult conversations feel more possible.
My perspective is informed by my professional background and my own lived experience of OCD. Both contribute to my commitment to reducing stigma and encouraging earlier recognition.
Above all, I hope people experiencing OCD can recognise that they are not alone.
How booking with Shawna works
Whether you’re ready to book a counselling session or would like to make an enquiry first, you can choose the option that works best for you.
Book an online counselling session through the calendar, or use the enquiry form to get in touch first.
Choose an available appointment through Shawna’s booking calendar, or contact her to discuss arranging a consultation.
Shawna will email your Zoom meeting link separately before your confirmed online appointment.
Start with an introductory conversation
Choosing a counsellor is a personal decision. If you have questions about Shawna’s professional background, lived experience or approach to OCD, you can get in touch before arranging a counselling session.
Simply complete the short enquiry form below. Your enquiry will be sent directly to Shawna, who will contact you to discuss the next steps.
This is an enquiry rather than an instant appointment booking.
You don’t need to share detailed personal information or describe your symptoms at this stage. Shawna will contact you using the details provided to discuss your enquiry and available options.
Please be aware that Shawna is based in Canada, so response times may differ due to time zones.
Book a counselling session with Shawna
Ready to book? Use Shawna’s calendar below to explore available appointments and complete your booking.
The approximate equivalent is £66. Please check the final price shown at booking.
Shawna is based in British Columbia, Canada, so please check the time zone displayed in the booking calendar before confirming your appointment.
After your booking is confirmed, Shawna will email you directly with your Zoom joining link ahead of your session.
Questions about counselling with Shawna
Thinking about booking your first session? Here are some answers to common questions about Shawna’s background, availability and online appointments.
Does Shawna have personal experience of OCD?
Yes. Shawna has lived experience of OCD alongside her professional background as a BC Registered Clinical Counsellor. She brings together professional knowledge and personal experience and is passionate about reducing stigma and helping people feel less alone.
What qualifications does Shawna have?
Shawna holds a Doctorate in Social Science, a Master’s in Counselling Psychology and a Master’s in Professional Communications. She is also a BC Registered Clinical Counsellor, with BCACC registration number 12956.
How much does a counselling session cost?
Shawna’s quoted session fee is CAD $125, approximately £66. The sterling equivalent may vary. Please check the final amount displayed in the booking form before confirming your appointment.
Can I book an appointment from the UK?
Shawna is based in British Columbia, Canada, and offers online appointments. If you are booking from the UK, please check the available appointment times and the time zone displayed by the booking calendar. You can also contact Shawna before booking if you have any questions about appointment arrangements.
How will I receive my Zoom meeting link?
After your appointment has been confirmed through Inside Intrusive, Shawna will email your Zoom meeting link separately. Please check your inbox, including your junk folder, ahead of your scheduled appointment.
Can I contact Shawna before booking?
Yes. If you’d like to find out more about Shawna’s professional background or discuss whether an appointment may be suitable, you can complete the consultation enquiry form above. Shawna will contact you to discuss the next steps.
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