Sleep or Insomnia Therapists in Burnaby, BC
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I'm a Second-Generation, Asian-Canadian, and Registered Clinical Counsellor with my M.A. in Counselling Psychology from UBC. I often work with individuals who are navigating complex emotional challenges where problems vary from being clearly defined (ie. feeling overwhelmed or "stuck"), or unsure of what is exactly "wrong." My approach involves developing a therapeutic relationship where we can work together supported by compassion, non-judgement, and intention. The goal is not to "fix" people but to support them in developing adapting strengths to best work for them moving forward.
Hi there!
I'm a Second-Generation, Asian-Canadian, and Registered Clinical Counsellor with my M.A. in Counselling Psychology from UBC. I often work with individuals who are navigating complex emotional challenges where problems vary from being clearly defined (ie. feeling overwhelmed or "stuck"), or unsure of what is exactly "wrong." My approach involves developing a therapeutic relationship where we can work together supported by compassion, non-judgement, and intention. The goal is not to "fix" people but to support them in developing adapting strengths to best work for them moving forward.
Extensive training and experience also allows me to support those with sleep disorders, body dysmorphic disorder, as well as skin-picking and hair pulling.
Do you feel like your thoughts have taken control of your life and you're left feeling overwhelmed without any breaks? My goal as your counsellor is to provide evidence based treatment to support you in meeting your goals so you're able to live the life you aspire to. I work with you to create meaningful and lasting change using a warm, collaborative, and client centered approach to ensure that treatment is tailored to your unique needs. I primarily utilize CBT in my counselling style, but will also pull from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention and Mindfulness.
Extensive training and experience also allows me to support those with sleep disorders, body dysmorphic disorder, as well as skin-picking and hair pulling.
Do you feel like your thoughts have taken control of your life and you're left feeling overwhelmed without any breaks? My goal as your counsellor is to provide evidence based treatment to support you in meeting your goals so you're able to live the life you aspire to. I work with you to create meaningful and lasting change using a warm, collaborative, and client centered approach to ensure that treatment is tailored to your unique needs. I primarily utilize CBT in my counselling style, but will also pull from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention and Mindfulness.
I specialize in therapeutic work related to trauma, sleep difficulties (e.g., insomnia, nightmares), and anxiety (e.g., chronic worry, panic attacks, stress).
Together, we can build a plan that works for you, empowering you to take control of your mental health and improve your overall well-being. I offer individual therapy plans tailored to their goals, will help you build applied skills for managing your concerns, and use outcome monitoring to assess how treatment is going and involve clients in this process.
I specialize in therapeutic work related to trauma, sleep difficulties (e.g., insomnia, nightmares), and anxiety (e.g., chronic worry, panic attacks, stress).
Together, we can build a plan that works for you, empowering you to take control of your mental health and improve your overall well-being. I offer individual therapy plans tailored to their goals, will help you build applied skills for managing your concerns, and use outcome monitoring to assess how treatment is going and involve clients in this process.
I work with adults facing relationship challenges, anxiety, self-esteem concerns and burnout. I also like supporting men specifically, addressing their career, confidence, relationships, and life transitions. My approach is relational and collaborative, and I aim to help clients feel at ease through humour and a down-to-earth therapeutic presence. My work with clients balances warmth with accountability, to support meaningful and sustainable change.
I work with adults facing relationship challenges, anxiety, self-esteem concerns and burnout. I also like supporting men specifically, addressing their career, confidence, relationships, and life transitions. My approach is relational and collaborative, and I aim to help clients feel at ease through humour and a down-to-earth therapeutic presence. My work with clients balances warmth with accountability, to support meaningful and sustainable change.
I will help you create and discover a life worth living for and have meaningful and grounded relationships with yourself and with others. Living from a place of fear/anger/resentment right now might be impacting how you see the world every single day. These get in the way of you finding that sense of belonging and ownership over your life. It affects your most important relationships and I will help you make sense of it all so you can let go of the anger, fear, and loneliness. We will dive deeper into your story and see how the limitations are holding you back so you can change your beliefs about yourself and be your real self.
I will help you create and discover a life worth living for and have meaningful and grounded relationships with yourself and with others. Living from a place of fear/anger/resentment right now might be impacting how you see the world every single day. These get in the way of you finding that sense of belonging and ownership over your life. It affects your most important relationships and I will help you make sense of it all so you can let go of the anger, fear, and loneliness. We will dive deeper into your story and see how the limitations are holding you back so you can change your beliefs about yourself and be your real self.
Having the courage to enact change in your life is commendable. Thank you for taking this first step in seeking therapy. In this therapeutic journey, the focus will be on ensuring that you are being seen, heard, and understood for all your unique intricacies. I believe in providing help through challenging unhelpful thought patterns, developing your strengths, and fostering a space for healing that will allow us to bring you closer to the goals you wish to achieve. Thank you for the opportunity to help you create a narrative that is true to the life you want and deserve to live.
Having the courage to enact change in your life is commendable. Thank you for taking this first step in seeking therapy. In this therapeutic journey, the focus will be on ensuring that you are being seen, heard, and understood for all your unique intricacies. I believe in providing help through challenging unhelpful thought patterns, developing your strengths, and fostering a space for healing that will allow us to bring you closer to the goals you wish to achieve. Thank you for the opportunity to help you create a narrative that is true to the life you want and deserve to live.
Do you struggle with being scared and anxious after experiencing an incident that affects your day-to-day life? Do you feel frustrated by worrying about your self-image? Do you feel exhausted by living with the high inflation? Do you hope that your life will be better? Now more than ever, people are feeling overwhelmed by the high cost of living and moving past difficult incidents. We believe everyone has the potential to heal and make positive changes. I offer a monthly subscription plan with unlimited sessions to help individuals who suffer from trauma, life planning, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
Do you struggle with being scared and anxious after experiencing an incident that affects your day-to-day life? Do you feel frustrated by worrying about your self-image? Do you feel exhausted by living with the high inflation? Do you hope that your life will be better? Now more than ever, people are feeling overwhelmed by the high cost of living and moving past difficult incidents. We believe everyone has the potential to heal and make positive changes. I offer a monthly subscription plan with unlimited sessions to help individuals who suffer from trauma, life planning, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
Life is full of discouraging problems and it's easy to get overwhelmed, ignore the situation, pretend we don't need to change, or quit in frustration. We might hide who we are from others thinking we are unlovable or push others away so they can't see who we are. Counselling focuses on examining our self, our ways of navigating the world and situations, and trying to make changes that let us live happier, more authentically, and more free.
Life is full of discouraging problems and it's easy to get overwhelmed, ignore the situation, pretend we don't need to change, or quit in frustration. We might hide who we are from others thinking we are unlovable or push others away so they can't see who we are. Counselling focuses on examining our self, our ways of navigating the world and situations, and trying to make changes that let us live happier, more authentically, and more free.
People often seek out therapy when they are facing pain and uncertainty — as well they should — but working with a therapist doesn’t need to be something that only happens in a moment of crisis or at the breaking point of a relationship. Therapy is also ideal during times of transition when you simply need some extra support and perspective. You owe it to yourself to take time for focus and reflection. Emotional intelligence and healthy coping skills have extraordinary value, and you should consider therapy to be an investment in your own personal wisdom. You are the expert on your life.
People often seek out therapy when they are facing pain and uncertainty — as well they should — but working with a therapist doesn’t need to be something that only happens in a moment of crisis or at the breaking point of a relationship. Therapy is also ideal during times of transition when you simply need some extra support and perspective. You owe it to yourself to take time for focus and reflection. Emotional intelligence and healthy coping skills have extraordinary value, and you should consider therapy to be an investment in your own personal wisdom. You are the expert on your life.
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual psychotherapy clinic specializing in Psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach focuses on revealing, understanding, and resolving underlying emotions and root causes of symptoms through evidence-based interventions and a comprehensive treatment plan. With an in-depth collaborative discussion and analysis of unconscious thoughts and emotions from childhood until the present day, we can explore how they inform us today to help relieve symptoms and develop targeted strategies to foster change.
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual psychotherapy clinic specializing in Psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach focuses on revealing, understanding, and resolving underlying emotions and root causes of symptoms through evidence-based interventions and a comprehensive treatment plan. With an in-depth collaborative discussion and analysis of unconscious thoughts and emotions from childhood until the present day, we can explore how they inform us today to help relieve symptoms and develop targeted strategies to foster change.
I am happy to be working in my community and virtually throughout BC, providing counselling services uniquely tailored to your needs and challenges. I've helped clients make profound and deep transformations to their self-esteem, relationship, and communication issues during all of life's transitions. If you are feeling stuck and experiencing the same challenges over and over again, I would be honoured to help you gain awareness and insight into your struggles, understand your triggers, develop effective strategies to deal with your issues, and to generally feel more empowered, confident, lighter, and happier.
I am happy to be working in my community and virtually throughout BC, providing counselling services uniquely tailored to your needs and challenges. I've helped clients make profound and deep transformations to their self-esteem, relationship, and communication issues during all of life's transitions. If you are feeling stuck and experiencing the same challenges over and over again, I would be honoured to help you gain awareness and insight into your struggles, understand your triggers, develop effective strategies to deal with your issues, and to generally feel more empowered, confident, lighter, and happier.
I specialize in trauma and mental health, supporting clients experiencing post-accident trauma as well as complex, chronic, or relational trauma. You may be facing anxiety, depression, chronic pain, self-esteem issues, or relationship challenges. Together, we will explore root causes and develop practical skills through empathetic, evidence-based guidance to promote healing and resilience. I also support ICBC clients feeling overwhelmed after an accident, helping address emotional and somatic responses with compassionate and individualized care.
I specialize in trauma and mental health, supporting clients experiencing post-accident trauma as well as complex, chronic, or relational trauma. You may be facing anxiety, depression, chronic pain, self-esteem issues, or relationship challenges. Together, we will explore root causes and develop practical skills through empathetic, evidence-based guidance to promote healing and resilience. I also support ICBC clients feeling overwhelmed after an accident, helping address emotional and somatic responses with compassionate and individualized care.
Are you experiencing fear or anxiety following a challenging event that’s affecting your daily life? Do concerns about your self-image lead to frustration? Are the pressures of high inflation making life feel increasingly burdensome? If you’re seeking a brighter future, you're not alone. A lot of people today are feeling overwhelmed by the escalating cost of living while trying to navigate through tough times.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families as they confront academic or work pressures, relationship dynamics, parenting struggles, grief, and the journey of self-discovery.
Are you experiencing fear or anxiety following a challenging event that’s affecting your daily life? Do concerns about your self-image lead to frustration? Are the pressures of high inflation making life feel increasingly burdensome? If you’re seeking a brighter future, you're not alone. A lot of people today are feeling overwhelmed by the escalating cost of living while trying to navigate through tough times.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families as they confront academic or work pressures, relationship dynamics, parenting struggles, grief, and the journey of self-discovery.
We sometimes feel overwhelmed, as if our path is veering from our ideals. When our energy fades and anxiety rises, it’s essential to pause, breathe, and refocus. Rest isn’t stagnation—it’s a chance to find clarity and strength for the road ahead.
You don't have to face it alone. As a counsellor, I am passionate about walking alongside you to support you in moving forward to a brighter future.
We sometimes feel overwhelmed, as if our path is veering from our ideals. When our energy fades and anxiety rises, it’s essential to pause, breathe, and refocus. Rest isn’t stagnation—it’s a chance to find clarity and strength for the road ahead.
You don't have to face it alone. As a counsellor, I am passionate about walking alongside you to support you in moving forward to a brighter future.
As your counselor, I create a calm and compassionate space for you to tell your story. My clients often come in stating that they feel stuck no matter how hard they try to change. Often times they feel tired of the same setbacks, don't know how to move forward or that their past trauma continually effects their present day functioning. Traumatic events push nervous systems outside the ability to regulate itself and for some the system gets stuck in the 'on' position causing anxiety, anger, panic or more. There's an overwhelming sense of 'what is wrong with me' with a need to feel more in-control and at peace again.
As your counselor, I create a calm and compassionate space for you to tell your story. My clients often come in stating that they feel stuck no matter how hard they try to change. Often times they feel tired of the same setbacks, don't know how to move forward or that their past trauma continually effects their present day functioning. Traumatic events push nervous systems outside the ability to regulate itself and for some the system gets stuck in the 'on' position causing anxiety, anger, panic or more. There's an overwhelming sense of 'what is wrong with me' with a need to feel more in-control and at peace again.
I am passionate about working with youth and young adults. I like to take a philosophical approach that targets the heart of emotional concerns. I believe that emotional well-being can be achieved through finding purpose and meaning in life. I enjoy helping my clients heal through building intimate connections, collaborating on finding meaningful activities, and addressing emotional challenges that may be holding them back from moving forward with their life.
I am passionate about working with youth and young adults. I like to take a philosophical approach that targets the heart of emotional concerns. I believe that emotional well-being can be achieved through finding purpose and meaning in life. I enjoy helping my clients heal through building intimate connections, collaborating on finding meaningful activities, and addressing emotional challenges that may be holding them back from moving forward with their life.
Finding the right counsellor can feel overwhelming—especially when you’re already carrying a lot. I offer a person-centred, relational, and non-judgmental space where you can slow down, feel understood, and begin to make sense of what’s been weighing on you. I am a Practicum Counsellor completing my Master’s of Counselling at City University of Seattle, working toward registration as a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC). I work with individuals, couples, and families who are navigating anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, life transitions, and the impacts of trauma.
Finding the right counsellor can feel overwhelming—especially when you’re already carrying a lot. I offer a person-centred, relational, and non-judgmental space where you can slow down, feel understood, and begin to make sense of what’s been weighing on you. I am a Practicum Counsellor completing my Master’s of Counselling at City University of Seattle, working toward registration as a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC). I work with individuals, couples, and families who are navigating anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, life transitions, and the impacts of trauma.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, and seeking support takes courage. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, or other challenges, I offer a warm, collaborative, and client-centered space where you can feel heard and supported. Together, we’ll work toward greater clarity, healing, and meaningful change.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, and seeking support takes courage. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, or other challenges, I offer a warm, collaborative, and client-centered space where you can feel heard and supported. Together, we’ll work toward greater clarity, healing, and meaningful change.
I also work with parents of babies and toddlers who are ready to establish healthy, restful sleep for the whole family.
My approach draws on evidence-based methods including Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Emotion Coaching, and sleep consulting to help you solve problems, heal relationships, and deepen the connections that matter most. Visit my website to learn more about my therapeutic approaches, and let's work toward lasting change.
I also work with parents of babies and toddlers who are ready to establish healthy, restful sleep for the whole family.
My approach draws on evidence-based methods including Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Emotion Coaching, and sleep consulting to help you solve problems, heal relationships, and deepen the connections that matter most. Visit my website to learn more about my therapeutic approaches, and let's work toward lasting change.
We often deal with overwhelming feelings and thoughts all by ourselves, such as excessive worrying, sadness, loneliness, powerlessness, hopelessness, and frustrations, making it hard for you to live a wholehearted life, full of meaningful relationships and activities that fulfills your life's purpose. I have successfully helped clients heal from traumatic experiences, families and parent-child conflicts, anxiety, depression, life and work stressors ("adulting"), executive functioning (i.e. ADHD), and sensory processing sensitivities, who are 12 years and older in reclaiming back their hopes, dreams and reasons to be alive.
We often deal with overwhelming feelings and thoughts all by ourselves, such as excessive worrying, sadness, loneliness, powerlessness, hopelessness, and frustrations, making it hard for you to live a wholehearted life, full of meaningful relationships and activities that fulfills your life's purpose. I have successfully helped clients heal from traumatic experiences, families and parent-child conflicts, anxiety, depression, life and work stressors ("adulting"), executive functioning (i.e. ADHD), and sensory processing sensitivities, who are 12 years and older in reclaiming back their hopes, dreams and reasons to be alive.
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Sleep or Insomnia Counsellors
How effective is treatment for insomnia?
The most effective treatments for insomnia are behavioral techniques that reduce anxiety, including anxiety about falling asleep, and allow the body’s natural cycles to be recalibrated. The most common treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which researchers have found to be more useful than medication, with rates of success as high as 80 percent.
Are there specific medications for sleep problems?
There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription that treat sleep problems. Supplements such as melatonin are popular and may help, though there is little evidence that it is more effective than a placebo. Prescription medications such as zolpidem are sometimes prescribed.
Are there natural treatments for sleep problems?
There are many natural treatments for everyday sleep problems. Reducing blue-light emitting screens, setting a regular bedtime, regular exercise, reducing caffeine and nicotine consumption, and keeping the bedroom dark and cool at night are all lifestyle changes that can help those who struggle with sleep but may not reach the level of an insomnia diagnosis.
What’s the difference between having trouble falling asleep and insomnia?
Life events, stress, and anxiety can lead to sleepless nights for everyone from time to time. To be diagnosed with insomnia, a patient must experience trouble falling asleep, trouble remaining asleep, waking up too early, or non-restorative sleep at least three nights per week for at least one month. Sleep problems affect one-third to one-half of the population, while chronic insomnia affects about 10 to 15 percent of people.