Psychodynamic Therapists in Coquitlam, BC
I work with individuals who are looking to gain a greater understanding of themselves. I tend to think of therapy as a mix of meaningful conversation, gentle curiosity, and occasionally laughing at the absurdity of being human. At its core, I believe meaningful psychotherapy is a relationship. Change doesn't happen because someone gives you the right advice or because you've finally become "ready." More often, it happens when there is enough trust, safety, and honesty to begin looking at the parts of ourselves we've spent years avoiding.
I work with individuals who are looking to gain a greater understanding of themselves. I tend to think of therapy as a mix of meaningful conversation, gentle curiosity, and occasionally laughing at the absurdity of being human. At its core, I believe meaningful psychotherapy is a relationship. Change doesn't happen because someone gives you the right advice or because you've finally become "ready." More often, it happens when there is enough trust, safety, and honesty to begin looking at the parts of ourselves we've spent years avoiding.
Dr. Stephen Rochefort is a registered psychologist with a practice in forensic and clinical psychology. He offers professional psychological services based out of Coquitlam, British Columbia. Dr. Stephen provides assessment, treatment, and consultative services. He offers services to address a diverse range of concerns including anxiety, depression, phobias, grief, abuse, domestic violence, trauma, self-harm, suicidality, eating disorders, and personality disorders. In the forensic realm, Dr. Stephen offers risk assessment, psychological evaluation, and treatment services in the areas of criminal and civil forensics.
Dr. Stephen Rochefort is a registered psychologist with a practice in forensic and clinical psychology. He offers professional psychological services based out of Coquitlam, British Columbia. Dr. Stephen provides assessment, treatment, and consultative services. He offers services to address a diverse range of concerns including anxiety, depression, phobias, grief, abuse, domestic violence, trauma, self-harm, suicidality, eating disorders, and personality disorders. In the forensic realm, Dr. Stephen offers risk assessment, psychological evaluation, and treatment services in the areas of criminal and civil forensics.
Hello! I believe that how we care for ourselves, talk to ourselves, and accept in ourselves greatly impacts our self-esteem and resiliency. You may be experiencing difficulties associated with life events and transitions, or challenging emotions. Counselling can serve to help you reach your goals by providing a fresh and objective perspective and supporting you in your journey. I specialize in adult individual therapy for such issues as trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, emotion regulation and more. I also focus on counselling for health professionals and first responders as well as provide Neurofeedback.
Hello! I believe that how we care for ourselves, talk to ourselves, and accept in ourselves greatly impacts our self-esteem and resiliency. You may be experiencing difficulties associated with life events and transitions, or challenging emotions. Counselling can serve to help you reach your goals by providing a fresh and objective perspective and supporting you in your journey. I specialize in adult individual therapy for such issues as trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, emotion regulation and more. I also focus on counselling for health professionals and first responders as well as provide Neurofeedback.
Can't switch off? You hold everything together, but inside you feel exhausted. Your mind keeps going long after the day is over, the mental to-do list never ends, and even when you have time to rest, you can't truly relax. On the outside, you look like you're coping. Inside, you're running on empty.
I help women in Coquitlam, the Tri-Cities, and across British Columbia who are struggling with anxiety, stress, burnout, and the constant mental load find relief from overwhelm and feel like themselves again.
Can't switch off? You hold everything together, but inside you feel exhausted. Your mind keeps going long after the day is over, the mental to-do list never ends, and even when you have time to rest, you can't truly relax. On the outside, you look like you're coping. Inside, you're running on empty.
I help women in Coquitlam, the Tri-Cities, and across British Columbia who are struggling with anxiety, stress, burnout, and the constant mental load find relief from overwhelm and feel like themselves again.
I am passionate about helping people who are dealing with anxiety, depression, fears, grief, chronic pain, addictions, low self esteem, and trauma. I'm happy to see people virtually or over the phone, in my office (Coquitlam), or in the community. My desire is to give others the opportunity to process their thoughts and feelings and provide tools to build a brighter future.
I am passionate about helping people who are dealing with anxiety, depression, fears, grief, chronic pain, addictions, low self esteem, and trauma. I'm happy to see people virtually or over the phone, in my office (Coquitlam), or in the community. My desire is to give others the opportunity to process their thoughts and feelings and provide tools to build a brighter future.
Too many roadblocks keeping you from your best life ever? Are struggles with anxiety attack symptoms, depression, relationship issues, or trauma derailing you from moving forward? As things get better by change not by chance, I so welcome the opportunity to help you shift out of stuck into contentment and flow. I invite you to consider therapy for saying "Yes to Life"!
Too many roadblocks keeping you from your best life ever? Are struggles with anxiety attack symptoms, depression, relationship issues, or trauma derailing you from moving forward? As things get better by change not by chance, I so welcome the opportunity to help you shift out of stuck into contentment and flow. I invite you to consider therapy for saying "Yes to Life"!
I am trained in all the main approaches and have particular interest in insight-oriented therapies such as psychodynamic/psychoanalytic.
Life's demands can intersect with multiple areas of your life affecting your energy, your focus, and your ability to be fully present in your relationships.
In our work, we focus on your unique situation and what’s making things difficult right now – and how to make it more manageable.
I am trained in all the main approaches and have particular interest in insight-oriented therapies such as psychodynamic/psychoanalytic.
Life's demands can intersect with multiple areas of your life affecting your energy, your focus, and your ability to be fully present in your relationships.
In our work, we focus on your unique situation and what’s making things difficult right now – and how to make it more manageable.
I like to help people who are hurting to feel better. I am good at sitting with people who are sad or confused, helping them to sift thru their thoughts and feelings in a safe and gentle way to help them to heal. Clients come to me to learn how to make better decisions and choices that are in line with their values and beliefs.
I like to help people who are hurting to feel better. I am good at sitting with people who are sad or confused, helping them to sift thru their thoughts and feelings in a safe and gentle way to help them to heal. Clients come to me to learn how to make better decisions and choices that are in line with their values and beliefs.
Do people misunderstand you, call you "too much", "too sensitive", "dramatic" or tell you too calm down when you are trying to explain yourself. After hearing these messages for long enough, its easy to start believing something is wrong with you.
You might cry easily, become overwhelmed quickly, or feel everything so deeply that relationships, work and everyday life are exhausting.
Whether you've been diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder, live with complex trauma, or experience emotions intensely, therapy should begin with being understood-not judged. I work with people you, the person not the diagnosis.
Do people misunderstand you, call you "too much", "too sensitive", "dramatic" or tell you too calm down when you are trying to explain yourself. After hearing these messages for long enough, its easy to start believing something is wrong with you.
You might cry easily, become overwhelmed quickly, or feel everything so deeply that relationships, work and everyday life are exhausting.
Whether you've been diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder, live with complex trauma, or experience emotions intensely, therapy should begin with being understood-not judged. I work with people you, the person not the diagnosis.
한국어설명은 ‘한국어’를 눌러주세요. Hello, My name is Su Kyung Lee. I completed my master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Art Therapy in Massachusetts, USA. I am a registered counsellor with BCACC and a Registered Art Therapist accredited in the United States. Over the past decade, I have provided counselling and art therapy to individuals aged 12-70 struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, anger, trauma (PTSD), relationships, and stress related to work, life and academics, mainly focusing on cultural differences and stresses experienced by international students and immigrants, in the United States, Korea, and Canada.
한국어설명은 ‘한국어’를 눌러주세요. Hello, My name is Su Kyung Lee. I completed my master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Art Therapy in Massachusetts, USA. I am a registered counsellor with BCACC and a Registered Art Therapist accredited in the United States. Over the past decade, I have provided counselling and art therapy to individuals aged 12-70 struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, anger, trauma (PTSD), relationships, and stress related to work, life and academics, mainly focusing on cultural differences and stresses experienced by international students and immigrants, in the United States, Korea, and Canada.
My passion lies in guiding you through your journey of self-discovery and growth using psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Emotion-Focused therapy through attachment lens.
Change begins within. You may not know exactly where you’re going yet, but you can feel that something needs to change. Sometimes you can understand exactly why you feel the way you do and still find yourself caught in the same patterns. You may be living with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship struggles, or the lasting impact of difficult experiences. I work with adults and couples who want more than short-term coping tools—to understand what is happening beneath the surface, feel more connected to themselves and others, and create meaningful, lasting change.
My passion lies in guiding you through your journey of self-discovery and growth using psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Emotion-Focused therapy through attachment lens.
Change begins within. You may not know exactly where you’re going yet, but you can feel that something needs to change. Sometimes you can understand exactly why you feel the way you do and still find yourself caught in the same patterns. You may be living with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship struggles, or the lasting impact of difficult experiences. I work with adults and couples who want more than short-term coping tools—to understand what is happening beneath the surface, feel more connected to themselves and others, and create meaningful, lasting change.
You may be the person everyone relies on—the one who keeps going and appears fine on the outside while feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally exhausted underneath. I work with adults and women experiencing anxiety, burnout, stress, trauma, low self-worth, grief, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Many struggle with overthinking, people-pleasing, and self-criticism. Together, we'll explore patterns that keep you stuck, build practical coping tools, and help you feel more grounded, confident, and emotionally steady. You don't have to carry it all alone.
You may be the person everyone relies on—the one who keeps going and appears fine on the outside while feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally exhausted underneath. I work with adults and women experiencing anxiety, burnout, stress, trauma, low self-worth, grief, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Many struggle with overthinking, people-pleasing, and self-criticism. Together, we'll explore patterns that keep you stuck, build practical coping tools, and help you feel more grounded, confident, and emotionally steady. You don't have to carry it all alone.
When we experience traumas or life stressors it can be not only overwhelming but also very isolating as it often feels like no one can understand what you are going through. Without having a space to explore and unpack these stressors in a meaningful way, we often turn those thoughts and feelings inwards, internalize our issues, and experience guilt and shame. This can also lead to negative interactions with our loved ones and can adversely impact our relationship with them. My focus is to help individuals grow from their struggles, heal from their pain and move forward to where they want to be in life so that they can thrive.
When we experience traumas or life stressors it can be not only overwhelming but also very isolating as it often feels like no one can understand what you are going through. Without having a space to explore and unpack these stressors in a meaningful way, we often turn those thoughts and feelings inwards, internalize our issues, and experience guilt and shame. This can also lead to negative interactions with our loved ones and can adversely impact our relationship with them. My focus is to help individuals grow from their struggles, heal from their pain and move forward to where they want to be in life so that they can thrive.
As a therapist, I thrive working with clients navigating cultural identity, mental health stigma, or life transitions. My ideal client seeks clarity, growth, and authentic connection. They may feel overwhelmed by societal pressures, family expectations, or personal struggles but are motivated to explore, heal, and redefine their narrative. Together, we focus on fostering resilience, self-compassion, and empowerment. If you value intersectional approaches and want a safe, supportive space to unpack challenges, embrace growth, and build meaningful change, let’s connect.
As a therapist, I thrive working with clients navigating cultural identity, mental health stigma, or life transitions. My ideal client seeks clarity, growth, and authentic connection. They may feel overwhelmed by societal pressures, family expectations, or personal struggles but are motivated to explore, heal, and redefine their narrative. Together, we focus on fostering resilience, self-compassion, and empowerment. If you value intersectional approaches and want a safe, supportive space to unpack challenges, embrace growth, and build meaningful change, let’s connect.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and holistic. I believe meaningful change begins with understanding yourself more deeply—your experiences, values, strengths, and patterns. Together, we can explore life’s challenges while helping you reconnect with your authentic self, clarify your goals, and move toward a life that feels more aligned, purposeful, and fulfilling. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel truly seen, heard, and understood.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and holistic. I believe meaningful change begins with understanding yourself more deeply—your experiences, values, strengths, and patterns. Together, we can explore life’s challenges while helping you reconnect with your authentic self, clarify your goals, and move toward a life that feels more aligned, purposeful, and fulfilling. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel truly seen, heard, and understood.
When we feel overwhelmed, trapped, powerless, or simply confused about where we are right now, what we need, why we find ourselves repeating the same patterns, or how to move forward, seeking counselling can be an important first step. My clients may be struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or life transitions and grief. Whether working individually or with couples, we explore beliefs, recurring patterns, past wounds, present challenges, and goals while building on strengths, deeper understanding, resilience, and hope . Meaningful change begins with the relationship we have with ourselves first.
When we feel overwhelmed, trapped, powerless, or simply confused about where we are right now, what we need, why we find ourselves repeating the same patterns, or how to move forward, seeking counselling can be an important first step. My clients may be struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or life transitions and grief. Whether working individually or with couples, we explore beliefs, recurring patterns, past wounds, present challenges, and goals while building on strengths, deeper understanding, resilience, and hope . Meaningful change begins with the relationship we have with ourselves first.
You’re trying to manage multiple responsibilities, yet you often feel lonely, overwhelmed, or uncertain about your self-worth. Cultural or family expectations may add pressure, and past relational experiences can leave you disconnected. You want to feel more grounded, supported, and connected to yourself and others, and to cultivate lasting self-compassion. I believe healing happens in safe, supportive relationships, and I strive to create a space where you feel truly seen, heard, and empowered. Together, we’ll explore patterns, build resilience, and move toward meaningful change in your life.
You’re trying to manage multiple responsibilities, yet you often feel lonely, overwhelmed, or uncertain about your self-worth. Cultural or family expectations may add pressure, and past relational experiences can leave you disconnected. You want to feel more grounded, supported, and connected to yourself and others, and to cultivate lasting self-compassion. I believe healing happens in safe, supportive relationships, and I strive to create a space where you feel truly seen, heard, and empowered. Together, we’ll explore patterns, build resilience, and move toward meaningful change in your life.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, challenging relationships, or a loss of self that affects your daily life and relationships? Do you feel overwhelmed, lost, frustrated, exhausted by life expectations, living up to someone else’s standards, or thinking there’s no light at the end of the tunnel? Do you wonder if life should feel easier, better, or happier? Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to cognitive and emotional difficulties. It shouldn’t be so hard to live a better life. Together, we can take the time to recognize your unique experiences and work through what is holding you back.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, challenging relationships, or a loss of self that affects your daily life and relationships? Do you feel overwhelmed, lost, frustrated, exhausted by life expectations, living up to someone else’s standards, or thinking there’s no light at the end of the tunnel? Do you wonder if life should feel easier, better, or happier? Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to cognitive and emotional difficulties. It shouldn’t be so hard to live a better life. Together, we can take the time to recognize your unique experiences and work through what is holding you back.
I am passionate about helping individuals discover their strengths, find their voice, and embrace their best selves. I believe in meeting each client where they are and working together toward healing and personal growth. With a strong focus on building meaningful relationships and fostering a solid therapeutic alliance, I work to create a safe, supportive, and comfortable environment where clients feel free to express their innermost thoughts and emotions.
I am passionate about helping individuals discover their strengths, find their voice, and embrace their best selves. I believe in meeting each client where they are and working together toward healing and personal growth. With a strong focus on building meaningful relationships and fostering a solid therapeutic alliance, I work to create a safe, supportive, and comfortable environment where clients feel free to express their innermost thoughts and emotions.
Many come to me feeling stuck, disconnected, and weighed down by their past, longing for a space where they are truly seen and heard. They are looking for more than just symptom relief; they want to heal deep wounds, rebuild their self-worth, find practical tools to feel empowered in their own lives.
My role is to walk beside them with warmth and expertise, providing that safe, non-judgmental space to process pain, cultivate resilience, and rediscover their strength.
Many come to me feeling stuck, disconnected, and weighed down by their past, longing for a space where they are truly seen and heard. They are looking for more than just symptom relief; they want to heal deep wounds, rebuild their self-worth, find practical tools to feel empowered in their own lives.
My role is to walk beside them with warmth and expertise, providing that safe, non-judgmental space to process pain, cultivate resilience, and rediscover their strength.
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Psychodynamic Counsellors
Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.
How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.
Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.
What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.