Meli Louie
Indigenous Counsellor
Student Wellness Centre
- Contact:
- Indigcoun2@uvic.ca
- Area of expertise:
- Students
About Meli
Hello, my name is Meli Louie and I am Ahousaht of the Nuu-chah-nulth Nation from the west coast of Vancouver Island. I have been a visitor in the L’kwungen, Esquimalt and WSÁNEĆ territories since I was a child. I am a half-time counsellor for Indigenous students at UVic Counselling Services. During the last academic year, I completed a year-long internship with UVic Counselling as part of the completion requirements for the M.A. in the Indigenous Community Counselling Psychology Program through the UVic .
I believe that everyone has gifts that may be realized, discovered and built upon with support. I work from a strength-based, person and community centered approach. I look holistically at the self, striving for balance in all aspects (emotional, physical, intellectual and spiritual). I am also aware of the impacts of colonization and intergenerational trauma while recognizing resilience and wellness in our communities and cultures.
I am honoured to have the opportunity to provide counselling support for Indigenous students.