har·mo·ny/ˈhärmənē noun
1. the quality of forming a pleasing and consistent whole
(BTW it is my given name)
Harmony Ziegler | Founder
M.Sc., RCC, CEC (She/Her)
CLINICAL COUNSELLOR CERTIFIED EXECUTIVE COACH ACCREDITED WILDERNESS GUIDE
Master of Science in Counselling with a Specialization in Clinical Mental Health
I was born on a float-home in the mountains of BC and raised between Canada and the U.S. My family was adventurous, entrepreneurial & resilient.
Through my innovative therapy & coaching model you will experience greater alignment with yourself, and those you lead, and love. We will partner together to centre you in mind, body, spirit, and your purpose. I walk the talk and have 25-years of personal therapy, coaching and leadership under my belt.
I believe all things come in waves. We ride one wave at a time, until the sea calms again and again.
My Unique Approach
to Therapy& Coaching
I understand how your experiences impact your nervous system. I work with origin and wisdom gained from your life’s experiences, not just symptoms. My practice is informed by research in neuroscience, the benefits of nature, art, and mind-body disciplines. Our work together may include a focus on your strengths, immersion in nature, art as expression, sensory awareness, visualization and self-regulation practices.
This is the art and science of therapy, coaching, and leadership.
Bridging the depth of Therapy with the forward momentum of Coaching
The values I live by are Vitality, Kindness, Integrity
I blend my skills from outdoor leadership, with clinical counselling, and executive coaching. As a wilderness guide, I will guide you safely into the wilds of Vancouver Island. As a therapist, I will confidently guide you into the wilderness within. As an executive coach, I will guide you into the wild potential of your future & your life’s work.
We’ll harness nature’s restorative capacity and the benefits of experiential learning by taking therapy & coaching outdoors and on retreat.
Clinically trusted and in therapeutic practice since 2008
Certified Executive Coach Royal Roads University 2025
Accredited Canadian Outdoor Leader 2001
Disciplined student of mind-body practices: yoga, Qi gong and meditation
A resilient, creative, calm, whole-hearted and joyful professional
Engaged in art & adventure sports as a doorway to flow, embodiment & spiritual connection
The creation of Akoya is my life’s work
Your therapist and coach are only as skilled
as their commitment to wellbeing.
“Enlightenment is when
the Wave Realizes it is the Ocean”
Thich Nhat Hanh