Music Therapy in Abbotsford, BC
Most of my clients come to me after years of being bounced around — poked, prodded, dismissed, told their symptoms are stress or in their head. They live with chronic pain, chronic illness, ME/CFS, fibromyalgia, Long COVID, POTS, or medical trauma, and they're done pushing through flares and pretending to be fine. What they want is someone who actually gets it. I do — I live in a chronic-illness body myself. We work on nervous system regulation, pacing, and everything you're carrying alongside the illness, using Pain Reprocessing Therapy, SSP, CBT, DBT, and somatic work. Online across BC, AB, MB, SK, NL, YT, NT, and NU.
Most of my clients come to me after years of being bounced around — poked, prodded, dismissed, told their symptoms are stress or in their head. They live with chronic pain, chronic illness, ME/CFS, fibromyalgia, Long COVID, POTS, or medical trauma, and they're done pushing through flares and pretending to be fine. What they want is someone who actually gets it. I do — I live in a chronic-illness body myself. We work on nervous system regulation, pacing, and everything you're carrying alongside the illness, using Pain Reprocessing Therapy, SSP, CBT, DBT, and somatic work. Online across BC, AB, MB, SK, NL, YT, NT, and NU.
Are you feeling stuck at a crossroads, unsure of the right direction for yourself or your family? I’m here to support you in navigating life’s challenges, whether you’re seeking personal growth for yourself, guidance for your child, or both. For adults, particularly those dealing with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, or anger, I offer a compassionate approach to help you develop coping strategies, regain control, and move toward a more peaceful state of mind. Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but with the right support, you can build resilience and find calm amidst the chaos. Whether you're dealing with a recent separation, divorce,
Are you feeling stuck at a crossroads, unsure of the right direction for yourself or your family? I’m here to support you in navigating life’s challenges, whether you’re seeking personal growth for yourself, guidance for your child, or both. For adults, particularly those dealing with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, or anger, I offer a compassionate approach to help you develop coping strategies, regain control, and move toward a more peaceful state of mind. Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but with the right support, you can build resilience and find calm amidst the chaos. Whether you're dealing with a recent separation, divorce,
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
But I also offer evidence-based therapies: EMDR (helps process trauma/childhood issues), DBT (addiction, anger, anxiety, depression), Schema therapy (childhood), SFBT (short-term practical), EFT (couples work), Music Therapy, SSP (Music meets Polyvagal theory), Drama Therapy, and more.
If you struggle with Trauma (PTSD, C-PTSD), ADHD, Anxiety (Generalized, Social, Panic disorder), Depression, Bipolar, Parenting, Job/boss issues, Perfectionism, Men's issues, Borderline, Anger issues, or Addiction, I'd like to help. I love to work with everyone! But I am especially experienced with men's issues, women's issues, teens/'tweens, and parenting/families. Further, as a former teacher, I'm intimately familiar with the struggles of both youth and teachers in today's confusing world.
But I also offer evidence-based therapies: EMDR (helps process trauma/childhood issues), DBT (addiction, anger, anxiety, depression), Schema therapy (childhood), SFBT (short-term practical), EFT (couples work), Music Therapy, SSP (Music meets Polyvagal theory), Drama Therapy, and more.
If you struggle with Trauma (PTSD, C-PTSD), ADHD, Anxiety (Generalized, Social, Panic disorder), Depression, Bipolar, Parenting, Job/boss issues, Perfectionism, Men's issues, Borderline, Anger issues, or Addiction, I'd like to help. I love to work with everyone! But I am especially experienced with men's issues, women's issues, teens/'tweens, and parenting/families. Further, as a former teacher, I'm intimately familiar with the struggles of both youth and teachers in today's confusing world.
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We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
Life can be overwhelming. Whether you're carrying the weight of past trauma, navigating anxiety or depression, coping with grief or loss, managing substance use, struggling in relationships, or simply feeling stuck, you don't have to face it alone. I believe that every person has a unique story shaped by their experiences, strengths, and resilience. Even during life's most difficult seasons, there is hope for healing and growth. My role is to provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where you feel heard, respected, and supported.
Life can be overwhelming. Whether you're carrying the weight of past trauma, navigating anxiety or depression, coping with grief or loss, managing substance use, struggling in relationships, or simply feeling stuck, you don't have to face it alone. I believe that every person has a unique story shaped by their experiences, strengths, and resilience. Even during life's most difficult seasons, there is hope for healing and growth. My role is to provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where you feel heard, respected, and supported.
Hello! Are you struggling with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, stress, burn out, depression, self -esteem, chronicpain or life transitions? I offer talk, somatic and expressive arts therapy for adults, seniors, children and teens. Focusing on the mind-body-heart connection, I take an integrative approach that is trauma-informed and fosters greater self-awareness through curiosity, acceptance and self-expression. Tuning into your intuition to discover more of who you authentically are… feeling more present, grounded and centered. I offer a safe supportive space to help you move past life challenges with greater purpose, direction and clarity.
Hello! Are you struggling with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, stress, burn out, depression, self -esteem, chronicpain or life transitions? I offer talk, somatic and expressive arts therapy for adults, seniors, children and teens. Focusing on the mind-body-heart connection, I take an integrative approach that is trauma-informed and fosters greater self-awareness through curiosity, acceptance and self-expression. Tuning into your intuition to discover more of who you authentically are… feeling more present, grounded and centered. I offer a safe supportive space to help you move past life challenges with greater purpose, direction and clarity.
“My ideal client is focused upon personal growth and healing.” Your story, pain, and collection of struggles and memories are unique to you, so let’s talk. Let me be there to help and guide you through your life transitions and adapt to changes. I can help! I have experience in Play and Art Therapy, CBT, Narrative Therapy, Solution-focused Therapy, Grief Therapy, and applied behaviour intervention.
“My ideal client is focused upon personal growth and healing.” Your story, pain, and collection of struggles and memories are unique to you, so let’s talk. Let me be there to help and guide you through your life transitions and adapt to changes. I can help! I have experience in Play and Art Therapy, CBT, Narrative Therapy, Solution-focused Therapy, Grief Therapy, and applied behaviour intervention.
We all encounter challenges and obstacles that come in many forms. Through empathy, patience and perseverance we can manage these situations. For our youth, guidance and support can benefit their identity development, family conflict and their mental health. My name is Marcel Cadogan and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (17906) who specializes in individual counselling and family support, as well as child and youth support that includes racial/ethnic identity development. Additionally, my services include consulting to share ideas, gain clarity or understand life changes.
We all encounter challenges and obstacles that come in many forms. Through empathy, patience and perseverance we can manage these situations. For our youth, guidance and support can benefit their identity development, family conflict and their mental health. My name is Marcel Cadogan and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (17906) who specializes in individual counselling and family support, as well as child and youth support that includes racial/ethnic identity development. Additionally, my services include consulting to share ideas, gain clarity or understand life changes.
Many of the people I work with feel stuck. They struggle with anxiety, have ongoing challenges in their relationships or families, and want to learn ways to better manage stress and conflict.
While many of my clients are men, especially dads, I welcome and work with adults of all genders who are looking for a compassionate, collaborative space to better understand themselves and create lasting change. Together we might explore relationship patterns, attachment wounds, childhood experiences, stress, emotional regulation, codependency, addiction recovery, and more.
Many of the people I work with feel stuck. They struggle with anxiety, have ongoing challenges in their relationships or families, and want to learn ways to better manage stress and conflict.
While many of my clients are men, especially dads, I welcome and work with adults of all genders who are looking for a compassionate, collaborative space to better understand themselves and create lasting change. Together we might explore relationship patterns, attachment wounds, childhood experiences, stress, emotional regulation, codependency, addiction recovery, and more.
I am a queer and trans RCC providing virtual therapy across BC. I specialize in gender-affirming care, hormone readiness assessments in BC, and identity exploration.
Whatever brings you to counselling, I am here to support you.
Many come for gender-affirming counselling, transition support, and hormone readiness assessments. Others for trauma, depression, anxiety, BPD, anger, bipolar, or other difficulties that they need support around.
ANY topic is welcome. During the free 15 minute consult, we will talk about what brings you to counselling and how I can help. :)
I am a queer and trans RCC providing virtual therapy across BC. I specialize in gender-affirming care, hormone readiness assessments in BC, and identity exploration.
Whatever brings you to counselling, I am here to support you.
Many come for gender-affirming counselling, transition support, and hormone readiness assessments. Others for trauma, depression, anxiety, BPD, anger, bipolar, or other difficulties that they need support around.
ANY topic is welcome. During the free 15 minute consult, we will talk about what brings you to counselling and how I can help. :)
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
Sometimes the life we imagined and the reality of the moment we are living, don't line up. This can create some pretty big feelings that might take us by surprise. We might feel stuck, isolated, uncertain and not like our "usual" selves. I work with individuals and couples who are bumping up against challenges in creating/growing their family, difficulty within pre and postpartum stages and beyond, into the ups and downs of parenting. My clients also include those navigating women's health issues, chronic health concerns, caregiver burnout and compassion fatigue. Reach out for a free consult to see how we may work together.
Sometimes the life we imagined and the reality of the moment we are living, don't line up. This can create some pretty big feelings that might take us by surprise. We might feel stuck, isolated, uncertain and not like our "usual" selves. I work with individuals and couples who are bumping up against challenges in creating/growing their family, difficulty within pre and postpartum stages and beyond, into the ups and downs of parenting. My clients also include those navigating women's health issues, chronic health concerns, caregiver burnout and compassion fatigue. Reach out for a free consult to see how we may work together.
Many of us struggle with problems for weeks, months or even years, but when it gets to the point where you're overwhelmed and it's interfering with your life, work or threatening your relationships, I can help. My approach is non-judgmental, down-to-earth and goal-directed. I offer services for a variety of issues including, motor vehicle accidents, anxiety, pain, traumatic events, stress management, workplace stress and return to work issues.
Many of us struggle with problems for weeks, months or even years, but when it gets to the point where you're overwhelmed and it's interfering with your life, work or threatening your relationships, I can help. My approach is non-judgmental, down-to-earth and goal-directed. I offer services for a variety of issues including, motor vehicle accidents, anxiety, pain, traumatic events, stress management, workplace stress and return to work issues.
Whatever feels best to you, I'm happy to offer talk therapy, music therapy, or a mix of both :)
Do you feel like something is missing in your life? It could be that you're not living as authentically as you'd like to be. Many people I work with share that they feel stuck in some aspect of their life and want to deepen their connection to themselves and others. Through self-exploration and various modalities, I support clients with grief, life transitions, LGBTQIA2S+ challenges, exploring Consensual Non-Monogamy, kink and sexuality, and general life shittiness. Together, we can create a plan that best suits your needs so you can live the life you want on YOUR terms.
Whatever feels best to you, I'm happy to offer talk therapy, music therapy, or a mix of both :)
Do you feel like something is missing in your life? It could be that you're not living as authentically as you'd like to be. Many people I work with share that they feel stuck in some aspect of their life and want to deepen their connection to themselves and others. Through self-exploration and various modalities, I support clients with grief, life transitions, LGBTQIA2S+ challenges, exploring Consensual Non-Monogamy, kink and sexuality, and general life shittiness. Together, we can create a plan that best suits your needs so you can live the life you want on YOUR terms.
Many of us long to understand ourselves more deeply — to feel grounded, connected, and at peace with our emotions. Yet, the process of getting there can feel confusing or overwhelming at times. My role as a counsellor is to offer a gentle, supportive space where you can explore your inner world with curiosity and compassion. I work with adults who are seeking to better understand and express their emotions, heal from past experiences, and develop a stronger sense of self. Together, we may explore how your nervous system responds to stress, how past patterns may continue to shape your present, how your body and emotions hold wisdom.
Many of us long to understand ourselves more deeply — to feel grounded, connected, and at peace with our emotions. Yet, the process of getting there can feel confusing or overwhelming at times. My role as a counsellor is to offer a gentle, supportive space where you can explore your inner world with curiosity and compassion. I work with adults who are seeking to better understand and express their emotions, heal from past experiences, and develop a stronger sense of self. Together, we may explore how your nervous system responds to stress, how past patterns may continue to shape your present, how your body and emotions hold wisdom.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
Are you feeling trapped in a cycle of complex mental health challenges or addictions with little progress despite numerous treatment attempts? At Nōmina Wellness, we understand your pain and frustration. Are you ready to courageously battle treatment-resistant mental health issues or addictions and desperately seek lasting solutions? We recognize your unique struggles and are dedicated to providing the compassionate support and evidence-based interventions you need to reclaim your life.
Are you feeling trapped in a cycle of complex mental health challenges or addictions with little progress despite numerous treatment attempts? At Nōmina Wellness, we understand your pain and frustration. Are you ready to courageously battle treatment-resistant mental health issues or addictions and desperately seek lasting solutions? We recognize your unique struggles and are dedicated to providing the compassionate support and evidence-based interventions you need to reclaim your life.
Life.
Life often nudges us out of sync. Is your story a soliloquy, a curious relationship, or a quandary of what is ahead? Are you fighting anxiety, doubting familiar patterns, or an undefinable unsettled feeling? I commend your search seeking deeper peace and purpose; I offer a calm, thoughtful space to explore the peculiar and unfold your stories. Sometimes that means sitting with a question a little longer than usual; together, we might note patterns, deepen understanding, and open up new viewpoints. I offer sessions in a peaceful country setting just minutes from town, online, or as walk-and-talk conversations in nature.
Life.
Life often nudges us out of sync. Is your story a soliloquy, a curious relationship, or a quandary of what is ahead? Are you fighting anxiety, doubting familiar patterns, or an undefinable unsettled feeling? I commend your search seeking deeper peace and purpose; I offer a calm, thoughtful space to explore the peculiar and unfold your stories. Sometimes that means sitting with a question a little longer than usual; together, we might note patterns, deepen understanding, and open up new viewpoints. I offer sessions in a peaceful country setting just minutes from town, online, or as walk-and-talk conversations in nature.
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How does music therapy work?
A music therapist will begin by assessing the client’s specific needs and getting a sense of their musical ability and interests. Musical training is not required, and clients of all ages can benefit from this type of therapy. The therapist will then make a plan for how to achieve the client’s therapeutic goal(s) using a range of receptive (e.g., listening to a song) and active (e.g., drumming in a group) music therapy techniques.
What are some common music therapy techniques?
Music therapy usually involves listening to music (either live or recorded). Music therapy clients may also make music on popular instruments, such as the piano, guitar, and hand drum, or sing. Sometimes music therapy can include guided imagery. A music therapist may ask clients to improvise on the spot or even compose their own songs. Dancing or moving to music can be an effective intervention to help clients feel more fully grounded in their bodies and remain in the present moment.
How does music therapy help with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
Music therapy can be a valuable creative outlet for clients with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) who have trouble putting their painful feelings into words. Listening to music can be relaxing while making music as part of a group provides plenty of opportunities to connect with other people. In addition to its mood-boosting effects, music therapy can help clients build resilience and overcome PTSD symptoms that may interfere with their daily lives.
How long does music therapy take?
Music therapy sessions generally last between 30 and 50 minutes. They can be scheduled in advance (for example, once a week) or can be done on an as-needed basis. Some clients will only require a handful of music therapy sessions to achieve their goals, while others may need months or longer, depending on their specific concern.