Therapists in Chilliwack, BC

Any one of us can face hard times or crises in our personal, work, or social lives. Stressors such as traumatic events, significant life changes, stacking of duties, huge responsibilities, negative peers, disapproving family, etc. can create pressure that feels like it is taking over our lives. We can feel overwhelmed, hopeless, lonely, stuck, scared, angry and more. When we experience this it can feel like our ability to cope is just beyond our grasp. Our job isn't fun anymore, our home life becomes affected, and we feel like things are slipping away. Holding on to this pain can make it last much longer. Let's chat about it.

A common misconception is that you need to hit "rock bottom" before you decide to seek counselling. There are numerous reasons why a person may choose to speak with a qualified professional; everything from taking preventative measures to addressing a full-blown crisis. Whether you're in a season of life where you're looking for insight, needing some guidance in making a shift or transition, wanting to change but not being sure how, hurting badly and feeling hopeless, carrying a burden of past traumas and memories, or in a crisis and you've reached your limit - counselling can help.

I'm a Registered Clinical Counsellor with BCACC (#17609).

Hi there, I’m Henk. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor, and I am passionate about helping people build healthy relationships and find hope in challenging circumstances. Life is a path not meant to be walked alone. My goal as a counsellor is to help you better understand and navigate the journey you are on. I know that it takes courage and vulnerability to seek counselling, and I approach my clients with warmth, respect, and compassion.

When you feel like all odds are stacked against you and there is no light at the end of the tunnel, you might feel like now is the time to reach out for support. If you have began the search for support, I commend you. It is not easy to reach out or ask for help. If you are struggling with a life-controlling issues that stem from past pain, such as anxiety, depression, self-harm, addiction, and eating disorders, I would love to navigate these struggles alongside you. Together, we can move towards a place of healing in whatever capacity that you feel best suits your needs. We are not meant to journey in life alone.

“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.

I know first hand how overwhelming it can be when you're struggling, feel alone or even lost. I specialize in helping young to elderly women feel more understood, content and secure, less anxious, depressed and stuck, improving their confidence and self-worth. I work to help my clients become the version of themselves they want to feel happier with and proud of. My clients can expect to feel reassurance, inner strength, feel motivated for change, find more happiness within themselves and relationships, they believe in themselves more, and they begin to view their past and present experiences in a gentle and more tolerable light.

My name is Traveena Alexis, and I believe that my soul purpose in life is to help others. I would be honoured to have the opportunity to walk alongside you in your journey of self-discovery. I have been in the helping field for over ten years, and I have worked with an array of people from different backgrounds and walks of life. I work from a client-centered approach as this embraces the idea that each person comes with individual needs and desires.

There are times that it feels like everything is mounting against you or your loved one. It may feel like you have nothing left to give. That sense of hopelessness, powerlessness, and isolation. This may be one of the moments right now. You've taken the first step, let me help you with the rest. If you struggle with anxiety, depression, suicide ideation, self-harm, trauma, and family conflict I can offer support. If you just need someone to listen, someone to share the struggle, the weight of everything, let me be there for you. If your goal is hope and a new sense of self-empowerment you've come to the right place.

My passion is working with people who want to develop themselves at a personal and relational level. I work with people who have experienced great difficulty in life, whether this difficulty persists from childhood or results from more recent trauma or setbacks; people who understand that they need help and want to move forward in their lives, bringing tangible and sustainable change.....and freedom. I get excited about the transformational aspect that therapy can bring. I draw on my extensive life experience as a mature therapist, that brings with it acceptance, non-judgement and wisdom.

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor offering counselling sessions to children, youth, and adults. I work alongside my client through a strengths-based approach, exploring what would help them create growth in their lives. Using my warm personality, experience and humor I aim to create an environment where a client can understand what has brought them to counselling and create change in an authentic way. I specialize in working with adolescents and supporting parents who are struggling with their children through various stages of growth.

Anna specializes in working with trauma, anxiety and depression. She also provides support for autistic and/or ADHD clients from a strengths-based perspective. Parent coaching and support are available for parents of neurodivergent children. Therapy is a collaborative process based on your needs and wants, the speed you want to work at, and the goals you want to achieve.

Transformation is possible and together we can begin a journey toward restoring your vitality and passion for life. But what does that mean for you? Do you want to develop your self-awareness, rebuild self-esteem? Do you want to find fresh perspectives, solutions to a problem? Do you want to better understand your emotions, challenge negative self-beliefs? Do you want to be fully present in the here and now, heal past traumas? Whatever has brought you here today, I’m ready to listen, and available to provide the support needed to move forward as the best version of yourself.

Connection is a powerful force and humans thrive when they are aligned and able to build authentic relationships. Sometimes, we can feel disconnected from ourselves, our relationships, and our families but with the right support we are able to reconnect. I work with individuals who are struggling with building healthy relationships, experiencing anxiety, symptoms of depression, and problematic substance use. Together we can work together to rebuild, break cycles, and develop healthy coping strategies. I believe in embracing vulnerability and tapping into your inner strengths.

It is my goal to to create an atmosphere of safety, warmth and respect that supports people to courageously tell their story, face difficult emotions, learn new ways of coping, repair relationships, transform the impact of trauma, and move towards the change they seek to make in their lives. I believe that as we give voice to our pain within the context of a safe, caring, and validating environment, we are freed to move beyond the pain towards growth, healing and wholeness.

I am currently accepting limited new clients and look forward to connecting. I believe that enhancing our mental wellness is facilitated when individuals feel supported in a genuine, empathetic and compassionate way. I offer support with many challenges including anxiety, depression, stress management and relationship issues. I have a passion for supporting and/or educating others' on the many barriers that may have affected different aspects of their holistic development.

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.

Life can present us with a multitude of challenges, and at times, it can become overwhelming. Whether you're grappling with persistent anxiety, the weight of past traumas, difficult life transitions, or a sense of hopelessness, seeking therapy is a courageous step towards finding support and solutions. Many of us face moments when the burdens of our emotional and mental struggles feel too heavy to bear alone. It's during these moments that therapy can offer a safe and confidential space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences.

Welcome! I’m Carson and I’d be honoured to work with you. Early in grad school a lecture on four core assumptions really resonated with me. Have you ever heard of these? They often go something like: “I can trust myself, I can trust others, I can trust the world around me and I can trust God.” Have experiences in your life challenged these statements? Maybe even completely shattered them? If so, you are not alone. It is easy to get turned around, tripped up or find ourselves far from where we want to be. Sometimes the most courageous thing we can say is, ‘help.’