Faren Zayda Sojourner
Psychological Counsellor & Psychotherapist
I'm an expat and adventurer, on the mission field with my husband in Ecuador, while seeing patients globally. I combine clinical expertise with faith in Christ and it is my joy to journey with people just like you.
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About me
Originally from the East Rand of Johannesburg, South Africa, my story has been shaped by a mix of grit and grace. After spending ten years in Canada building my practice as a Registered Psychotherapist, life took an adventurous turn when my husband and I relocated to Ecuador. Here, alongside my clinical work, I serve as a registered missionary with Action International, partnering with rural communities and embracing a life that keeps me grounded, humble, and deeply reliant on God.
My heart thrives on faith-filled risks and real adventure, whether that means trekking into the Amazon jungle, exploring creative business ventures, or navigating the deep waters of personal transformation. My work as a therapist is deeply personal because it is rooted in a life saved, healed, and continually restored by Jesus. I do not sit across from clients as an untouched expert, but as someone who knows the rugged terrain of healing firsthand.
My practice combines clinical expertise, real-life experience, and an unwavering faith in Christ. I believe that hard seasons do not have the final say, and that true restoration happens when we step courageously into truth. If you are looking for an authentic partner to walk with you toward healing and wholeness, I would be honored to walk with you.
“If you can suffer, you can succeed.”
— Faren Z. Sojourner
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Approach
On being heard: I want to hear your story from start to finish. Together, we piece the puzzle of your life back together, honoring where you have been, what you have survived, and what you are living through right now. I do not view you as a collection of symptoms to manage, but as a person whose journey carries immense beauty, grit, and hard-earned strength. We confront hard realities face-to-face while highlighting the resilience already woven into your life.
On change: Real behavioral, emotional, and physical change does not happen by simply sitting back and talking. It happens when you actively experience truth and step into new ways of being. My work combines clinical skill with active, experiential strategies designed to help you engage reality head-on, dismantle old wiring, and create tangible, felt transformation.
On trauma: I know about trauma and what it takes to actually heal not just from clinical literature, but because I know what it means to be in places so dark and deep that recovery feels out of reach. Because I have walked that terrain, I hold fierce, unyielding hope for your restoration. Even the most painful wounds do not have to bleed forever, and malevolence or trial does not get to dictate your future.
On faith: My faith in Jesus is lived out at a gut level, imperfectly but wholeheartedly. For clients who desire a faith-integrated space, I provide an environment where clinical depth and spiritual truth meet without compromise. Whether you are navigating deep wounds, wrestling with life transitions, or seeking clarity around your calling and God-given purpose, I am honored to walk alongside you as you step into real freedom.
Experience
Registered Psychotherapist & Private Practice Founder | Global / Remote (Present)
Deliver virtual psychotherapy to Canadian and international clients, providing trauma-informed, experiential, and faith-integrated care tailored for expats and cross-cultural professionals.
Registered Missionary | Action International, Ecuador (Present)
Serve in cross-cultural ministry and community outreach, supporting rural Ecuadorian communities while maintaining a global private practice.
Non-Profit Outreach | British Columbia, Canada
Provided front-line crisis intervention, mental health advocacy, and trauma-informed support for individuals navigating homelessness and substance addiction.
Youth Educator & School Assistant | South Africa
Facilitated emotional, behavioral, and educational support for children and youth within school environments.
Pediatric Care & Child Development Specialist | Canada
Delivered clinical and developmental care for ill children and adults across medical and community settings, laying the foundation for a career focused on deep healing and trauma support.
Education
Advanced Clinical Training & Certifications (PESI International)
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EMDR & Trauma Processing: Specialized protocols for resolving deep traumatic stress and complex PTSD.
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ADHD Coaching: Clinical strategies for neurodivergent clients, executive dysfunction, and emotional regulation.
Graduate Education
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Master's Degree in Counselling & Psychology | Canada
- Advanced clinical training in psychotherapy, case conceptualization, and human development.
Undergraduate Education
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Bachelor of Arts in Criminology | South Africa
- Foundational study in systemic behavior, human deviance, and environmental influences on human action.
Ongoing Clinical Supervision & Professional Development I maintain active clinical supervision with a senior Canadian supervisor to ensure high ethical standards and clinical precision. Growth is a continuous pursuit for me: I stay at the forefront of the field through current research, peer consultation groups, and ongoing advanced certifications.
Services
Kids Play Therapy
Individual Session
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