Support for youth and young adults navigating life transitions, identity exploration, personal growth, and the messy middle of becoming who they are.
Kristyn is a Red River Métis social worker whose work is deeply shaped by her identity and the value she places on connection, community, and understanding. She supports youth and young adults who are navigating life transitions, identity, and the often-messy process of figuring out who they are and where they’re going.
With over eight years of experience across counselling, community, and educational settings, Kristyn brings a calm, steady presence to her work. She creates a space where clients can slow down, feel heard, and begin to make sense of their experiences in a way that feels safe and respectful.
Her approach is grounded in trauma-informed, holistic, and strength-based care. Kristyn walks alongside her clients as they build resilience, explore their stories, and move through change with greater clarity and self-trust.
Her background includes studies in criminology, family social science, and social work, with ongoing graduate work in interdisciplinary education. She continues to deepen her learning in areas such as trauma, crisis support, grief and loss, and culturally grounded approaches to care.
BSW, RSW | Independent Contractor
Registered Social Worker
Kristyn Hancock
she/her
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Training & Certifications
- Registered Social Worker
- Bachelor of Social Work
- Studies in criminology, family social science, and social work
- Ongoing graduate work in interdisciplinary education
- ASIST
- Applied crisis prevention training
- Mental Health First Aid
- Motivational Interviewing
- Trauma and grief training with decolonized practices
- Counselling skills training
- Mental Health Literacy Certificate
- LGBTQ2S IPV training
- Bystander Intervention Training
- Violence & Harassment Prevention
Modalities
- Individual counselling
- Life transition support
- Identity exploration
- Strength-based therapy
- Culturally responsive care
- Grief and loss support
- Resilience-building and self-trust work
- Youth and young adult mental health support
Clinical Approach
- Works alongside youth and young adults navigating life transitions, grief, identity exploration, and emotional overwhelm
- Trauma-informed and culturally grounded care
- Strength-based and identity-affirming approach
- Calm, steady, and relationship-focused support
- Support rooted in connection, resilience-building, and self-trust
Beyond the Therapy Room
“I have a deep love for travelling and exploring new places, ideas, and experiences. I come from a large family that means the world to me, and I value connection, shared moments, and the grounding that comes from being with loved ones. At home, I am kept on my toes by my miniature dachshund, who brings plenty of personality and joy into my days. When time allows, I enjoy the slowness of Pilates and yoga as ways to rest, reset, and reconnect.”
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