Natascha Lawrence, RCC, BCRPT

About Me

Natascha Lawrence (she/her/hers pronouns) is a Registered Clinical Counsellor, BC Registered Play Therapist, and Certified Synergetic Play Therapy Supervisor and is a Somatic and Attachment-Focused EMDR trained practitioner. Natascha is a multiracial POC of mixed Asian ancestry and a first-generation Canadian settler. Natascha specializes in working with neurodivergent children, youth, and adults, particularly folx with FASD. Natascha also specializes in supporting folx who have experienced complex trauma. With over 15 years of experience, Natascha has experience working with folx across different modalities, including inpatient child/adolescent psychiatry, child and youth mental health, schools, community non-profits, and addictions treatment programs.

Education & Experience

Creator of The END Model Co-owner of The FASD Institute Certified Synergetic Play Therapist

Professional & Volunteer Affiliations

Silver Level Endorsed BC Professional Fire Fighters' Association First Responder Health Training

Specialty Area

  • Abuse/Neglect
  • ADD/ADHD/Disruptive Behavior Disorders
  • Addictions
  • Alcohol/Substance Abuse
  • Anxiety/Panic Attacks
  • Attachment Disorders
  • Autism Spectrum
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Birth Trauma/Pregnancy Loss
  • Chronic Illness/Medical Issues
  • Chronic Pain
  • Depression
  • Dissociative Disorders
  • Domestic Violence
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Issues
  • Gender Identity
  • Grief/Loss/Mourning
  • Headaches/Migraines
  • Marriage/Relationship Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Moral Injury
  • Motor Vehicle Accidents
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders
  • Personality Disorders
  • Phobias
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Psychotic Disorders
  • Race, Culture, Ethnicity Issues
  • Schizophrenia
  • Self-Harm
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sleep Disorders
  • Somatic Issues
  • Spirituality
  • Stress Management
  • Suicide Risk
  • Survivor's Guilt
  • Tic Disorders
  • Traumatic Incident

Population Served

  • Adolescents (13-17)
  • Adults
  • Children (4-12)
  • Community Mental Health Center
  • Correctional Facility
  • Couples
  • Families
  • First Responders
  • Group
  • Immigrants
  • Infants/Toddlers (0-3)
  • Juvenile Correctional Facility
  • LGBTQ+
  • Residential Treatment Facility
  • Underserved

Language

  • English