Cultural.

Barney grew up in Opitsaht on Wanachis Ha-hilthoois (Meares Island) where his grandmother and community elders initiated him, through teachings and experiences in the Tla-o-qui-aht language and culture.

Barney was trained to be a historian, speaker, traditional knowledge holder and healer.

Professional.

Clinical counsellor and social worker with First Nations for over 22 years. Working privately, with the federal government, regional tribal associations, & First Nations health departments.

Advising the commissioners and committees of the Truth and Reconciliation Council for over 15 years.

Cultural Advising

Providing guidance to gain wisdom from our ancestor’s teachings.

Whatever it is, Barney will help clarify the way forward, built on a foundation of respect, cultural values & protocol, and self awareness.

Facilitation

Presence, process, and wisdom to guide your gathering.

Elder (& Dr.) Williams is the perfect host and guide, no matter how complex the discussion.

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Mentoring & Coaching

Advice, guidance, and support for professionals and individuals.

Get the guidance, support, and insight that you need to be successful in your career and in meeting your personal goals.

Counselling

On-call counselling for individuals.

Based in indigenous methodology, supported by contemporary clinical practices.

Specializing in trauma, addiction, cultural revitalization.

My traditional teachings have taught me to walk through life with a foundation of respect, humility, integrity, and love.

My passion is to help First Nations individuals and communities on their paths of healing by focusing on the individual, culture, identity and community.

I assist by uncovering deeper contexts, meaning, and guidance.

Through teaching from a traditional perspective, through native languages and worldviews, I am able to bring concepts that are buried deep in our hearts, to the front, and share teachings that are often only alluded to.