Green Shield Canada Therapists in Abbotsford, BC

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.

My practice is divided between sports performance and couples. I work with a lot of aspiring and elite athlete who are striving for greatness and consistency. Within this population there is a fair amount of mental health and mental illness that I treat. Over time I have also seen parents dedicate their lives to their child's athletic dream and their own relationship with their partner has deteriorated. This motivated me to receive Gottman Method Level 1 & 2 training so that I could work with couples as I feel all relationships can be repaired and strengthened.

Adulting is hard! Thinking Couch is a place to sit, to take a breath, and to begin to create YOU the way YOU want to be. It takes time and it takes work, however, I will sit with you, collaborate with you, and help you create the fulfilling world you deserve.

Maureen French is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology. She has had a fascination of how individuals and relationships work from a young age. Maureen has over 15 years counselling experience in variety of government, community, health care / hospital and private counselling settings as well as in patient and out-patient psychiatric settings. Maureen offers counselling, support and consultation with adolescents, family and adult relationship issues. Maureen is a skilled play therapist who has worked extensively with child with complex trauma including developing and facilitating parenting programs and trauma informed programs.

More than ever, there seems to be so much to fear. The great thing about fear is that we can change that. Although that may sound difficult, it's a simple shift in our perspective. If you struggle to make sense of this new world, if anxiety or depression are creeping into your life, I can help. Working together, we can find solutions, fresh perspectives and insight, and the opportunity to create positive change in your life. Sometimes it just helps to talk, and I am here to support 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.

“Pain and suffering are always inevitable for a large intelligence and a deep heart” writes Fyodor Dostoyevsky. This quote, though inspiring, leaves much unexplained. How do we transform our experiences of pain and suffering (i.e. anxiety, grief, depression, relationship discord) into the beauty of a deeper heart? Marcel Proust provides a clue, “We are healed of a suffering only by experiencing it to the full”. Thus, the transformation of suffering comes through full experience. In a society that tends to bury suffering, a guide specializing in unearthing its hidden potential is key.

After more than 45 years in counselling I remain more intrigued than ever by opportunities to support positive growth. At key junctures in life's journey we are confronted with painful experiences that can create the required urgency for needed change. By carefully focusing on a client's unique story I extend an invitation to collaboratively clarify goals and set new directions. I draw from a wide variety of therapeutic approaches but also the life experience gained by being a father of 5, experiencing a diverse and enriching career path, as well as overcoming my own share of adversity along the way.

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.

Human beings experience severe life stressors sometimes, and when they do it is not uncommon for their lives to unravel. I have a passion for helping people, who are experiencing difficulties, strengthen their relationships with themselves and others, so they can once again live purposeful, joy-filled lives, while still honouring their past.

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.

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 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.

Life is short and then one day you wake up and realize years have gone past with very little change in your life. The struggle is real and can keep you stuck, disconnected, lost, or holding onto fears (disguised in many ways) for a very long time! Working together we will begin by healing your past and embracing your future. We will shift to find new perspectives, understanding past patterns, and being curious about your relationships (current and past). We also work together to shift from confusion to clarity, from self-loath to self-respect, from lack to abundance. We find tools to clearly focus on Re-building your new life.

Is your child demonstrating challenging behaviours like social anxiety, school adjustments, verbal aggression or hitting and fighting, or having difficulty with peer or familial relationships? As a parent, are you trying to understand why this is happening? Children/youth sometimes demonstrate challenging behaviours due to a variety of reasons. With remarkable insight, compassion and commitment to working with children, Monica helps children/youth work through and manage identified issues and concerns and learn new coping strategies.

If you are going through a challenging time, it can feel like your life is unraveling. Our mission at Crossroads Collective is to help you navigate the challenges you are facing. Many of us are struggling with family conflict, separation/divorce, blended families, resentments from the past, substance misuse, life transitions, anxiety, among others. No matter what your current struggle is, it is important that you have support.

Grief is a natural response to the loss of someone or something very important to you - whether it be through relational, pet, injury/career or expectations lost. The loss may cause sadness and may cause you to think of very little else besides the loss. Grieving is the process we go through in adjusting to our emotional “rollercoaster” and to the “new” life we now experience through this loss. Most importantly, everyone grieves differently – no one grieves the same and there is no normal or expected period of time for grieving! Much of a person’s grieving will depend on: who they are, the nature of their loss, and their beliefs.

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.

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.