About Claire

Introduction

My name is Claire Fan (she/her). ​I am a first-generation Canadian, wife, and mother of three. Originally from Asia, I immigrated to Canada as a teenager. I’m bilingual in Mandarin and English and bring a culturally sensitive and competent approach to my practice. While my worldview is mainly shaped by my bi-cultural and Christian faith experiences, I welcome clients from diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and perspectives. I am committed to providing a warm, genuine, collaborative and safe space for you to access the care and support you need.

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Education

I hold a Bachelor of Community Rehabilitation (BCR) in Disability Studies, and a Master of Social Work (MSW) with Clinical Specialization, both from the University of Calgary. I am a Registered Social Worker in good standing with Alberta College of Social Workers, and I'm authorized to provide Restricted Psychosocial Interventions. 

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My Mission

At CF Liminal Space Counselling Services, I’m passionate about helping clients navigate life's complexities. I offer practical tools, guidance, and support to enhance mental health and well-being. I work collaboratively with clients to develop insights, coping strategies, and achieve their personal goals. You don’t have to face your struggles alone. I’m here to walk with you. If you're ready to take the first step toward healing, I’d be honoured to support you through this journey. Together, we can explore your story, find clarity, and work towards growth and wholeness.

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My Personal Journey

I, too, have experienced what’s often called the "Liminal Space"—those uncertain, in-between moments of life when change feels hard and the path forward isn’t clear (or different than what I planned for). It’s through these times that I’ve learned how to navigate challenges and emerge stronger, and it’s this same empathy and understanding that I bring into my work with clients. My goal is to walk alongside you through your stressors, symptoms or challenges, guiding you toward wholeness and healing.

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Professional Background

​Most of my career has been dedicated to working in schools, social services, and community agencies, where I’ve supported individuals and families from diverse backgrounds. These experiences have given me deep insight into the unique challenges many face, especially in balancing the demands, pressures and expectations of life, relationships, and responsibilities.

I’ve had the privilege of working with:

• Children and youth in a variety of settings, such as schools, homes, and community

• Adults from various socio-economic (income, occupation and social) backgrounds and in various stage of life

• Individuals from a diverse cultural, religion, and belief backgrounds

• Parents and caregivers (family members, foster, and kinship)

• Immigrant and refugee families

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Therapeutic Approach

My approach is trauma-informed, person-centred, attachment-based and collaborative. I strive to create a non-judgmental, warm and safe space for clients to explore and understand themselves more deeply.

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I primarily draw from and integrate evidence-based modalities, including:

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

• Dialetical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)

• Expressive Arts Therapy

• Motivational Interviewing

• Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

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For trauma processing, I am trained in:

• Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)

• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for working with children, adolescents, and adults.​

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Ongoing Professional Development

To better serve my clients, I am committed to engage in regular clinical consultations and participate in professional development opportunities. Some of my recent training includes:​

• ADHD in Children and Adolescents: Advances in Diagnosis, Treatment and Management

• Core Emotion-Focused Family Therapy for Communities of Colour

• ​EMDR for Kids: Trauma-Informed Strategies for Young Clients and Their Grownups

• EMDR & Play Therapy: A Multimodal Approach for Children​

• Expressive Arts Therapy for Traumatized Children and Adolescents

• Integrative Attachment Family Therapy

• Integrate CBT and Exposure & Response Prevention for Treatment of GAD, Panic Disorder, OCD, Social Anxiety, & Phobias

• Managing ADHD and Emotion Regulation with Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

• Pathways to Attachment Security in Play Therapy

• Sand Therapy: A Powerful Tool to Create Safety and Healing for Trauma, Anxiety & More​

• Trauma-Informed Practices and Expressive Arts Therapy: The Foundation Course
   

Reach out today to schedule a free 15-minute consultation. I look forward to connecting with you!