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My name is Elysia Bronson and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and I work with individuals in a variety of mental health areas. My primary specialization focuses on trauma and chronic illness. My main area of specialization is using an integrated therapy approach that combines Cognitive Behavioural Therapy a gold standard mental health approach with a subgroup of CBT, called Dialectical Behavioural Therapy. I use this combined approach as it meets the needs of a larger amount of clients and shows greater results. Specifically, I enjoy connecting with individuals surrounding a vast spectrum of both trauma and chronic illness.

I am interested in helping individuals and couples to set and achieve goals that can assist them to make changes in their lives. Change can be a difficult process, but also one that can be very rewarding and fulfilling. Whether you are suffering from depression, relationship problems, grief, anxiety, trauma, stress, or emotional/behavioural issues, talking about your difficulties in an atmosphere of safety and encouragement can help. I want to encourage meaning and purpose in your life while being sensitive to your religious or cultural orientation.

I work primarily with adults, adolescents and families; specifically in the areas of mental health, addictions and relationship issues. I also see a lot of couples dealing with various conflicts and attachment injuries. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, psychosis and personality disorders. I also have experience working with addictions (both chemical and process addictions). I have specialization in EMDR for trauma, EFT and Gottman couples therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, and Emotionally Focussed Family Therapy among others.

With over 26 years of experience in the human services field, supporting children, youth, adults and families who experienced trauma and complex trauma I apply my experience to my clinical practice. As a Certified EMDR therapist, my expertise includes working with RCMP, police, first responders, and spouses. My 35 years of experience as a wife of an RCMP member and raising a family enables me to understand the challenges members and families face. A respectful therapeutic relationship is essential for healing and drives my mission to support you through life-enhancing, holistic therapy while honouring your privacy and integrity.

Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, loss, addiction, family dynamics? We can all feel these at one time or another in our life. Welcome and know you have just taken the first step to bettering your life. My name is Rosemary Fromson and I am a Registered Professional Counsellor, and Clinical Supervisor, Master Practitioner in Clinical Counselling,. My practice is located in Abbotsford, British Columbia. Together we will plan and find strategies and methods that work for you now and in the future.

I know that it takes a lot of courage to reach out for help at times when we feel distressed, overwhelmed, vulnerable, confused, wrought with sadness, shame, hurt, guilt, intense worry... Some of us have been told or made feel that we do not deserve better, or that we are not good enough, or smart enough, or thin enough, or strong enough, or funny enough... Sometimes we seek refuge in food, alcohol, drugs, sex, or self-harm to cope with the belief that we can never feel differently about ourselves or the world.

Counselling for Women. I know how tired you are of feeling overwhelmed, stressed and not being able to get your needs met. Imagine how life could be if you could control your emotions, ask for what you want, and not feel guilty! I help women who struggle with: relationships, setting boundaries, confidence, communicating their feelings, stress, anxiety, anger/resentments towards their parents or partners, perfectionism, negative thinking, overwhelm, and wanting approval from others. If you want to feel heard and understood, be happier, reach self acceptance, self love, have more clarity and more confidence, I can help you!

I am a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor (RTC #2793) with Association of Cooperative Counselling Therapists of Canada (ACCT). I am trained in working with individuals, couples, and families. It is my practice to create a safe, collaborative environment for you to experience movement towards your goals, whether that is as a couple, looking to connect and heal from potentially painful disruptions or challenges, or as an individual, potentially navigating change, loss, relational struggles, or simply feeling stuck. I centre my work with couples and families in Attachment Theory, acknowledging the challenges of loving well.

As a counsellor I hope to model grace, courage, and genuineness to my clients while I come along side them, and act as a resource for positive change in their lives. I have a warm, engaging, and professional demeanour that helps clients feel at ease, supported, and able to embrace the delicate balance between risk, hope, and trust. Most importantly, I want my clients to know that it is an absolute privilege that they invite me into their lives to share on their journey with them. This may include helping my clients with concerns relating to their personal growth, wellness, relationships, mental health, and/or psychological distress.

Fleur is a highly experienced counsellor who specializes in working with children, adolescents and adults, who struggle with symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, and/or depression. Fleur also provides Executive Function Coaching. Some individuals have weaknesses in executive functions and regardless of how bright they are, they struggle to perform academically. Executive Function Coaching helps individuals with homework planning/completion, study skills, organization, time management, project completion (e.g. essays), and motivation.

Hello and welcome. :) Therapy can provide you with new perspectives on life issues, new possibilities, opportunities for growth and change, and release from suffering. Whether life has thrown an unexpected challenge your way, you are struggling in relationship, or with individual concerns, counselling can be of great assistance. With 30 + years of experience and training working with adults, adolescents, first responders and critical incident stress debriefing I have a myriad of tools, techniques, and therapeutic specialties to utilize in ensuring your choice to enter therapy with me will be one of the best decisions of your life.

I provide therapy for adults, youth, families and couples. I am honoured to help individuals cope better with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, addictions and relationship difficulties which are normal life challenges that most of us are faced with. I welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss your individual needs.

I am able to help the youngest of children feel safe again after they have experienced something very scary. I am also able to help children whose imaginations take them to scary places, so they respond as if it is real. I am able to transform the feelings of danger through play especially whilst playing in the sand. Talk therapy is limited to left brain thinking whilst my approach accesses right brain disorganised images and bodily responses. This approach is quick and extremely effective for children and adults of all ages.

I have 20 years experience working with adolescents & adults (incl. couples) dealing with a variety of mood/anxiety problems, trauma, & relationship difficulties. I provide a structured space to help you explore, identify, experience and think through your problems. Good therapy is not just talking about problems; it requires sorting through layers of emotion, understanding how you protect yourself from emotional pain; identifying & challenging negative thoughts/beliefs; and identifying personal strengths & resources.

Sorry, but I am not accepting new clients at this time. Life is really challenging. You may lie awake at night, wondering how to handle all the pressures upon you. Your emotions swing wildly -- usually more down than up. Tears surge at odd times, and you feel suffocated by the heaviness in your chest. Or, you're experiencing problems in a relationship: with your spouse, your boss, or someone else whom you're close to. The strife and negative feelings that surround your relationship problems are draining you. You can't fix things on your own and you know you need help.

Life is a journey with many ups and downs and sometimes we may feel like we are in a place where we are stuck and feel alone. Sometimes we may just need support in a big decision that we are facing. It can be an extremely difficult place to be when we feel vulnerable and need to reach out for help. Whether you are dealing with the overwhelming stressors and pressures of daily life, parenting or relationship challenges, grief or loss of someone important, or perhaps worried about your your child,I can be there to support and navigate you or your child through this part of your journey in a supportive and non-judgemental environment.

I support children, youth and adults who feel stuck, anxious, and unable to enjoy their present lives. Our past struggles and experiences can sometimes leave a negative residue on us and prevent us from living freely. For us to heal from the experiences and struggles we face we must allow ourselves to process our thoughts and emotions so we can truly move past them.

I specialize in counselling for adults living with ADHD/ADD, high-functioning autism, Asperger's syndrome and highly sensitive people (HSP). With over 12 years clinical counselling experience, I have a deep understanding of the specific struggles related to ADHD and high-functioning autism, so we can get straight to the core issues. Sessions are free of judgement and confidential. I work with adults interested in uncovering blind spots, exploring details, seeing challenges and issues from new perspectives, and building awareness in order to make the most their daily lives. Please visit my website for more info about how I work.

As a therapist, I offer you a professional relationship that is deeply accepting and non-judgemental, but also objective and truthful. The issues that bring you to therapy likely started in the context of relationship, and so need to be healed in relationship. My expertise is in creating a specific type of relationship with you, that catalyzes healing and change. In this process you will discover your capacity to trust again, to have connected, satisfying relationships, to stabilize emotionally and accept yourself again. Compulsions and addictions will become unnecessary, and you will develop a new sense of peace and joy in life.