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Lisa Ann Butcher

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Lisa Ann Butcher doesn't just speak about transformation—she embodies it. As the founder and clinical director of Three Sisters Counselling Inc., Lisa redefines what it means to pivot and thrive, proving that it's never too late to rewrite your story. At 39, Lisa courageously shifted from an 18-year career as a respiratory therapist working in acute care across Ontario and British Columbia, into a field she felt passionately called toward: mental health counselling. Her leap into the unknown wasn’t just personal—it became inspirational.

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"Redefine Your Life" isn’t just a catchphrase for Lisa; it's the cornerstone of her philosophy and professional practice. Within two short years of launching her solo counselling business, Lisa expanded her vision into a flourishing multi-disciplinary mental health clinic, now employing a team of 20 professionals across three offices in Vancouver and Kelowna, British Columbia. Her entire team is female—an intentional choice rooted in empowering and amplifying women's voices in mental health.

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Lisa's journey of transformation uniquely positions her as a counsellor and lecturer who truly understands the pressures faced by first responders and healthcare workers. She vividly recalls the moment her career pivot took a compelling turn. Invited by two hospital departments during her master’s program in counselling psychology to speak to emergency room physicians about their mental health, she found her niche. "You're the first person who truly understands our job and its effects on us," the physicians told her. From this defining moment, Lisa became a highly sought-after speaker, delivering over 300 talks worldwide for diverse groups, from hospitals and the frontline to corporations across North America, Asia, Australia, and Europe.

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What sets Lisa apart is her deeply relatable, narrative-driven approach. Her presentations aren’t cluttered with clinical jargon or slides, but resonate through authentic storytelling, interaction, and pragmatic tools. Her dynamic talks consistently earn phenomenal feedback, validating her unique approach. Lisa’s focus is practical: acknowledging current struggles while providing actionable strategies to foster meaningful change and sustainable well-being. She artfully emphasizes, "Just because you accept where you are doesn't mean you aren't allowing for change."

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As host of Mental Health Matters with Lisa Ann Butcher, she continues to amplify conversations around resilience, redefining boundaries, and personal growth. Her accolades include recognition among Canada's Best Businesses and nominations as Best Mental Health Clinic, reinforcing the impact and excellence of Three Sisters Counselling Inc.

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Lisa Ann Butcher’s extraordinary journey—from respiratory therapist and single parent to a trailblazing mental health advocate and leader—illuminates the powerful message that transformation is possible at any stage. Through her own life, she stands as a living testament and inspiration for those contemplating their next chapter, proving unequivocally that redefining one's life isn't merely aspirational—it's achievable.

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Lisa Ann Butcher
Founder and Clinical Director
Three Sisters Counselling Inc.
Website: www.threesisterscounselling.com

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