Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Bowen Island, BC
Sometimes life just feels bad. Terrible things happen, people hurt us or we make mistakes we regret. Trying to work things out alone is often our first choice, and yet there can be points where we realize that it might be good to get some help and another perspective. It's possible to live life with less stress and burnout, more choice and control over your reactions and emotions, better communication skills, and more clarity and understanding about what's going on and why. Therapy can help you feel like you're back in the driver's seat of your life, heading towards a life that has more joy, meaning and self-acceptance.
Sometimes life just feels bad. Terrible things happen, people hurt us or we make mistakes we regret. Trying to work things out alone is often our first choice, and yet there can be points where we realize that it might be good to get some help and another perspective. It's possible to live life with less stress and burnout, more choice and control over your reactions and emotions, better communication skills, and more clarity and understanding about what's going on and why. Therapy can help you feel like you're back in the driver's seat of your life, heading towards a life that has more joy, meaning and self-acceptance.
I work with teens, adults, and parents.
I support people in discovering, reclaiming, and cultivating their own personal strengths, insights, and resilience. We cannot always change the circumstances of our lives but I believe everyone possesses the capacity to turn towards their pain and challenges, with compassion and curiosity in support of cultivating a meaningful life.
I work with teens, adults, and parents.
I support people in discovering, reclaiming, and cultivating their own personal strengths, insights, and resilience. We cannot always change the circumstances of our lives but I believe everyone possesses the capacity to turn towards their pain and challenges, with compassion and curiosity in support of cultivating a meaningful life.
I am Brooke Evans, a dedicated yoga practitioner and Teacher and a holistic wellness counsellor with a passion for guiding individuals and families towards balance and recovery.
I bring over a decade of experience supporting individuals on their transformative journey towards healing and self-discovery. With a Master's in Social Work and registration with the BC College of Social Workers, and extensive knowledge and training in yoga and mindfulness, I merge evidence-based practices such as EMDR, Compassionate Inquiry (Dr. Gabor Mate) CBT, Somatic Approaches with a profound respect for diverse wisdom traditions of this land.
I am Brooke Evans, a dedicated yoga practitioner and Teacher and a holistic wellness counsellor with a passion for guiding individuals and families towards balance and recovery.
I bring over a decade of experience supporting individuals on their transformative journey towards healing and self-discovery. With a Master's in Social Work and registration with the BC College of Social Workers, and extensive knowledge and training in yoga and mindfulness, I merge evidence-based practices such as EMDR, Compassionate Inquiry (Dr. Gabor Mate) CBT, Somatic Approaches with a profound respect for diverse wisdom traditions of this land.
Compassionate Resolutions Counselling & Education
Counsellor, MTC, RTC
2 Endorsed
Bowen Island, BC V0N
I provide transpersonal counselling psychology sessions for individuals, couples, and groups locally, internationally, in-person and online. I guide people to discover compassionate resolutions to their current concerns by integrating contemplative practices from the world's wisdom traditions with leading-edge psychotherapeutic approaches. Having witnessed firsthand the transformations of hundreds of people, I can attest to the capacity of the human soul to transform traumatic losses, transitions, or crises into a sense of greater peace, clarity, and personal agency, when met with presence, empathy, and unconditional acceptance.
I provide transpersonal counselling psychology sessions for individuals, couples, and groups locally, internationally, in-person and online. I guide people to discover compassionate resolutions to their current concerns by integrating contemplative practices from the world's wisdom traditions with leading-edge psychotherapeutic approaches. Having witnessed firsthand the transformations of hundreds of people, I can attest to the capacity of the human soul to transform traumatic losses, transitions, or crises into a sense of greater peace, clarity, and personal agency, when met with presence, empathy, and unconditional acceptance.
If you're struggling or going through a tough time you may want some support. My team and I welcome the chance to work along side you. Finding the right fit with a therapist is really important for counselling to be helpful. It should be with someone who really understands what is happening for you, someone qualified to help, and someone who you feel comfortable talking to. Therapy involves effort. The good news is that you won’t be doing it alone. The alliance between us means that we'll be there to support you, ready to work with you while you create your path forward.
If you're struggling or going through a tough time you may want some support. My team and I welcome the chance to work along side you. Finding the right fit with a therapist is really important for counselling to be helpful. It should be with someone who really understands what is happening for you, someone qualified to help, and someone who you feel comfortable talking to. Therapy involves effort. The good news is that you won’t be doing it alone. The alliance between us means that we'll be there to support you, ready to work with you while you create your path forward.
Welcome! I value upholding compassion, patience, understanding, and accountability in all my sessions. I have a special interest in working with young adults on topics relating to anxiety, depression, trauma, interpersonal relationship dynamics, identity development, and relationship with self.
Welcome! I value upholding compassion, patience, understanding, and accountability in all my sessions. I have a special interest in working with young adults on topics relating to anxiety, depression, trauma, interpersonal relationship dynamics, identity development, and relationship with self.
I am a trauma informed Registered Counsellor and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner with over 15 years experience working with couples, individuals and families. I work within the framework of Somatic Experiencing, Attachment based counselling, Emotionally Focused Therapy and Family Systems Theory. I work at the level of the nervous system to help people heal from chronic stress, attachment wounding and trauma through building more capacity, resilience and flexibility in the body, mind and spirit. I have recently completed my training in Advanced Somatic Experiencing and continue to do further training in Somatics.
I am a trauma informed Registered Counsellor and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner with over 15 years experience working with couples, individuals and families. I work within the framework of Somatic Experiencing, Attachment based counselling, Emotionally Focused Therapy and Family Systems Theory. I work at the level of the nervous system to help people heal from chronic stress, attachment wounding and trauma through building more capacity, resilience and flexibility in the body, mind and spirit. I have recently completed my training in Advanced Somatic Experiencing and continue to do further training in Somatics.
Coming alongside my clients as they navigate significant life changes, get to the root of challenging feelings and find a way forward (together) towards ease and wellbeing, is a privilege. We don’t have to bear the burden of our unhappiness, stress and confusion alone. It is wonderfully reorienting when our personal experience is deeply heard, held and respected, with skill and open-heartedness. Often helping us find fresh perspective and motivation. This is the gift we offer ourselves, when we take the time to engage in healthy therapeutic relationship. My work has been a joy to me and I would be delighted to hear from you.
Coming alongside my clients as they navigate significant life changes, get to the root of challenging feelings and find a way forward (together) towards ease and wellbeing, is a privilege. We don’t have to bear the burden of our unhappiness, stress and confusion alone. It is wonderfully reorienting when our personal experience is deeply heard, held and respected, with skill and open-heartedness. Often helping us find fresh perspective and motivation. This is the gift we offer ourselves, when we take the time to engage in healthy therapeutic relationship. My work has been a joy to me and I would be delighted to hear from you.
I enjoy working with Women, Men, First Nations Children, Youth and Families and people with diverse cultural and religious backgrounds.
Life can be filled with uncertainty and upheaval. Living the life you want may feel challenging and unattainable. When conflicting emotions arise, our relationships falter. We may no longer know who we are or what we want. No matter how alone you may feel, there is a way through the suffering. As a registered psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience, I believe the answers lie within us. With guidance and support, gradually you can learn how to find and listen to your inner voice to find solutions to these struggles and strengthen your relationship with self and others.
I enjoy working with Women, Men, First Nations Children, Youth and Families and people with diverse cultural and religious backgrounds.
Life can be filled with uncertainty and upheaval. Living the life you want may feel challenging and unattainable. When conflicting emotions arise, our relationships falter. We may no longer know who we are or what we want. No matter how alone you may feel, there is a way through the suffering. As a registered psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience, I believe the answers lie within us. With guidance and support, gradually you can learn how to find and listen to your inner voice to find solutions to these struggles and strengthen your relationship with self and others.
We are committed to supporting individuals, families, teens and couples to live more fulfilling lives!
Sessions are experiential; we will have the opportunity to explore, express, and test your thoughts, feelings and behaviors in order to 'rewire' old patterns. By consciously focusing on your resources and by having wins along the way you will build your capacity not only to take the suffering out of pain but to experience deep joy and gratitude.
We are committed to supporting individuals, families, teens and couples to live more fulfilling lives!
Sessions are experiential; we will have the opportunity to explore, express, and test your thoughts, feelings and behaviors in order to 'rewire' old patterns. By consciously focusing on your resources and by having wins along the way you will build your capacity not only to take the suffering out of pain but to experience deep joy and gratitude.
If you're a teen, you may be struggling with friendships, family conflict, identity, school pressures, or feeling misunderstood and unsure where to turn.
I work with women, teens, and adults who are ready to understand themselves more deeply, heal from painful experiences, and build more authentic, fulfilling relationships. Together, we explore patterns that keep you feeling stuck, strengthen self-trust, and develop practical tools to navigate life's challenges with greater confidence and self-compassion.
If you're a teen, you may be struggling with friendships, family conflict, identity, school pressures, or feeling misunderstood and unsure where to turn.
I work with women, teens, and adults who are ready to understand themselves more deeply, heal from painful experiences, and build more authentic, fulfilling relationships. Together, we explore patterns that keep you feeling stuck, strengthen self-trust, and develop practical tools to navigate life's challenges with greater confidence and self-compassion.
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This is in an effort to help more children and youth access care.
My passion is helping people improve the quality of their relationships. My clients resolve their relational ruptures by experiencing safety, trust and compassion through a healing therapeutic relationship. I specialize in healing traumas that can be the root cause of many mental health challenges such as depression, substance use, PTSD, and anxiety. Trauma counselling will help you function more effectively in all domains of your life, be it at work, parenting, family, or friendships. You will gain insights, strength and solutions for setting healthier boundaries and learn coping strategies for overwhelming thoughts and emotions.
This is in an effort to help more children and youth access care.
My passion is helping people improve the quality of their relationships. My clients resolve their relational ruptures by experiencing safety, trust and compassion through a healing therapeutic relationship. I specialize in healing traumas that can be the root cause of many mental health challenges such as depression, substance use, PTSD, and anxiety. Trauma counselling will help you function more effectively in all domains of your life, be it at work, parenting, family, or friendships. You will gain insights, strength and solutions for setting healthier boundaries and learn coping strategies for overwhelming thoughts and emotions.
Childhood, adolescence and young adulthood are each unique stages of life, requiring specialized, developmentally appropriate care.
Having worked with children, youth, and families for 18 years, I have a depth of experience to offer each client. Whether your child or youth is navigating grief and loss, family separation, anxiety, or other challenges, I'm here to support them (and you!) through it.
Childhood, adolescence and young adulthood are each unique stages of life, requiring specialized, developmentally appropriate care.
Having worked with children, youth, and families for 18 years, I have a depth of experience to offer each client. Whether your child or youth is navigating grief and loss, family separation, anxiety, or other challenges, I'm here to support them (and you!) through it.
Life doesn’t always unfold the way we imagined. Transitions, relationships, and the ups and downs of our inner world can leave you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or questioning your direction. You may find yourself in familiar relationship patterns, feeling anxious beneath the surface, or noticing patterns like overthinking, people-pleasing, or struggling to set boundaries, even when you know something needs to change. Part of you understands what’s happening, but another part still feels stuck. Together, we’ll look at the patterns underneath what you’re experiencing, not just the symptoms, so change feels meaningful and lasting.
Life doesn’t always unfold the way we imagined. Transitions, relationships, and the ups and downs of our inner world can leave you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or questioning your direction. You may find yourself in familiar relationship patterns, feeling anxious beneath the surface, or noticing patterns like overthinking, people-pleasing, or struggling to set boundaries, even when you know something needs to change. Part of you understands what’s happening, but another part still feels stuck. Together, we’ll look at the patterns underneath what you’re experiencing, not just the symptoms, so change feels meaningful and lasting.
Whether you’re feeling stuck, moving through loss or change, or just disconnected from yourself, counselling can help. Many of the people I work with are capable and high-functioning, yet quietly struggle with anxiety, emptiness, or patterns in relationships that don’t make sense.
Through a somatic and attachment-based approach, I help you understand how trauma, attachment wounds, or younger parts of yourself may be shaping your present. Together, we’ll create space for healing so you can feel more grounded, connected, and authentic in daily life.
Whether you’re feeling stuck, moving through loss or change, or just disconnected from yourself, counselling can help. Many of the people I work with are capable and high-functioning, yet quietly struggle with anxiety, emptiness, or patterns in relationships that don’t make sense.
Through a somatic and attachment-based approach, I help you understand how trauma, attachment wounds, or younger parts of yourself may be shaping your present. Together, we’ll create space for healing so you can feel more grounded, connected, and authentic in daily life.
Teens, adults, and couples experiencing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, life transitions, grief and loss, separation and divorce, blended families, self-esteem concerns, and stress management.
I provide guidance in a warm and non-judgmental environment, safe for self-exploration to develop effective coping techniques, self-awareness, and balance in life. Transitions through separation and divorce, complex family relationships, childhood emotional neglect, social anxiety, sexual and intimacy concerns, anxiety, and depression are areas of specialty.
Teens, adults, and couples experiencing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, life transitions, grief and loss, separation and divorce, blended families, self-esteem concerns, and stress management.
I provide guidance in a warm and non-judgmental environment, safe for self-exploration to develop effective coping techniques, self-awareness, and balance in life. Transitions through separation and divorce, complex family relationships, childhood emotional neglect, social anxiety, sexual and intimacy concerns, anxiety, and depression are areas of specialty.
Life can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re navigating trauma, abuse, anxiety, grief, or relationship challenges, you don’t have to carry it alone.
I bring years of frontline crisis and counselling experience supporting survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, narcissistic abuse, and human trafficking. My work is grounded in a trauma-informed, relational, and integrative approach that is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to you - not a one-size-fits-all approach.
Life can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re navigating trauma, abuse, anxiety, grief, or relationship challenges, you don’t have to carry it alone.
I bring years of frontline crisis and counselling experience supporting survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, narcissistic abuse, and human trafficking. My work is grounded in a trauma-informed, relational, and integrative approach that is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to you - not a one-size-fits-all approach.
I work collaboratively with individual clients, families, and couples to support the unique needs and goals of each client. I place the safety of my clients first and foremost. Working from a strengths-based perspective, I help clients build from current strengths while also working to provide clients with new skills. Anxiety and depression are areas I commonly work to support clients with. Additionally, some clients choose to work through past trauma. If you are looking for support in an area not mentioned in my profile, please feel free to reach out and ask any questions you might have.
I work collaboratively with individual clients, families, and couples to support the unique needs and goals of each client. I place the safety of my clients first and foremost. Working from a strengths-based perspective, I help clients build from current strengths while also working to provide clients with new skills. Anxiety and depression are areas I commonly work to support clients with. Additionally, some clients choose to work through past trauma. If you are looking for support in an area not mentioned in my profile, please feel free to reach out and ask any questions you might have.
There are times in life when we often feel stuck, overwhelmed, or defeated. You are not alone in this journey and you do not have to figure it all out on your own. Seeking help during a challenging time is courageous and I am here to support you every step of the way.
I individualize the sessions based on your goals and needs as I don't feel that one size fits all. Together, we can explore and resolve depression, anxiety, past traumas, relationship challenges, body image concerns and self esteem.
Coming from a South Asian background myself, I also consider your cultural identity, beliefs and goals. I am here to support you.
There are times in life when we often feel stuck, overwhelmed, or defeated. You are not alone in this journey and you do not have to figure it all out on your own. Seeking help during a challenging time is courageous and I am here to support you every step of the way.
I individualize the sessions based on your goals and needs as I don't feel that one size fits all. Together, we can explore and resolve depression, anxiety, past traumas, relationship challenges, body image concerns and self esteem.
Coming from a South Asian background myself, I also consider your cultural identity, beliefs and goals. I am here to support you.
“Tell me, what is it you plan to do. With your one wild and precious life?" -Mary Oliver- Let's get to the heart of what matters; Unlock access to your full expression; Live life more fully aligned with who you are and what you want. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, relationship or career challenges or the ability to express and receive love, you have within you all that you need. I will partner with you to design a path custom matched to you and your unique needs and help bring insight, courage and wisdom to support you in shining a light into the shadows to bring forth your brilliance.
“Tell me, what is it you plan to do. With your one wild and precious life?" -Mary Oliver- Let's get to the heart of what matters; Unlock access to your full expression; Live life more fully aligned with who you are and what you want. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, relationship or career challenges or the ability to express and receive love, you have within you all that you need. I will partner with you to design a path custom matched to you and your unique needs and help bring insight, courage and wisdom to support you in shining a light into the shadows to bring forth your brilliance.
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What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.