Triumphing Over Life's Toughest Battles
As someone who's battled and triumphed over life's darkest challenges, including abuse, dependency, conflict, and depression, I understand what it takes to emerge stronger on the other side.
Derek Taylor, RTCc
Wellness Counsellor & Recovery Coach
Being both a graduate of Rhodes Wellness College; a hands-on, experiential institution, and a dedicated tradesperson who has completed a residential recovery after decades of alcohol and drug misuse, Derek prides himself in being a lived-experience counsellor.
Derek’s two-year Professional Counsellor Diploma program at Rhodes Wellness College provided a comprehensive education in the fundamentals of counselling. Now, as a certified counsellor, his practice is dedicated to supporting individuals as they navigate their own journeys of sobriety, self-discovery and surpassing life’s challenges. During your sessions you will work together to untangle the complexities of your experiences, foster self-compassion, and build a solid foundation of strategies to promote lasting change.
Whether you’re dealing with alcohol and recovery issues, personal struggles in life, work, and relationships, or simply seeking a clearer understanding of your health and happiness, Derek’s lived experience provides a non-judgemental environment, and is focused on seeing your way through anything you’re struggling with. Together you will explore the roots of your challenges, and thereby discover the ways to begin making meaningful change for a lasting, positive impact on your life.