Couples Therapists in Gibsons, BC
I work with clients who may be struggling with life crisis or trauma related to their relationships or family.
As a psychologist, my ideal client is someone who arrives not with all the answers, but with a genuine willingness to explore their inner world. They might initially present with anxiety, depression, trauma, or a sense of being stuck—common issues that often mask deeper emotional struggles or unmet developmental needs. These clients are often in transition and they’re seeking clarity, meaning, and a stronger sense of self. What makes this client “ideal” is not the severity or type of issue they bring, but their openness to self-inquiry and their readiness to engage in the therapeutic process.
I work with clients who may be struggling with life crisis or trauma related to their relationships or family.
As a psychologist, my ideal client is someone who arrives not with all the answers, but with a genuine willingness to explore their inner world. They might initially present with anxiety, depression, trauma, or a sense of being stuck—common issues that often mask deeper emotional struggles or unmet developmental needs. These clients are often in transition and they’re seeking clarity, meaning, and a stronger sense of self. What makes this client “ideal” is not the severity or type of issue they bring, but their openness to self-inquiry and their readiness to engage in the therapeutic process.
Do you find yourself pushing even when everything inside you says stop?
Maybe you’ve built a successful life on the outside—but inside, you feel wired, tired, or disconnected. You might be holding it all together while quietly battling anxiety, exhaustion, or the weight of experiences you’ve never fully talked about.
I work with driven people who want to understand why they can’t switch off—and how to finally feel at ease without losing their drive. Many of my clients are high achievers who’ve lived through painful or overwhelming experiences, including sexual trauma, and learned to cope by staying busy, controlled, or always “on.”
Do you find yourself pushing even when everything inside you says stop?
Maybe you’ve built a successful life on the outside—but inside, you feel wired, tired, or disconnected. You might be holding it all together while quietly battling anxiety, exhaustion, or the weight of experiences you’ve never fully talked about.
I work with driven people who want to understand why they can’t switch off—and how to finally feel at ease without losing their drive. Many of my clients are high achievers who’ve lived through painful or overwhelming experiences, including sexual trauma, and learned to cope by staying busy, controlled, or always “on.”
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I am limiting my practice to people interested in using and learning my Natural State Restoration method. I will also always have a place for survivors of maternal incest.
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I am limiting my practice to people interested in using and learning my Natural State Restoration method. I will also always have a place for survivors of maternal incest.
Within my practice I welcome adults and couples.
I am specifically trained to work with trauma, addictions, ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, relationship challenges including communication & infidelity, anger management, personality and mood disorders, grief, and self esteem issues. I hold specific certification in Women's Health & Trauma. I also offer clinical supervision for qualifying RP,s.
Within my practice I welcome adults and couples.
I am specifically trained to work with trauma, addictions, ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, relationship challenges including communication & infidelity, anger management, personality and mood disorders, grief, and self esteem issues. I hold specific certification in Women's Health & Trauma. I also offer clinical supervision for qualifying RP,s.
You are not alone in feeling anxious, depressed, grieved, angry or disconnected in a relationship.
I am a Certified Internal Family Systems Therapist. This somatically and mindfully grounded approach - aka "parts therapy" - puts you in the healer's seat and provides skills for lifelong mental health. I use Emotionally Focused Therapy with couples, a rebuilding of attachment connections. Also, CBT & Motivational Enhancement Therapy as support tools.
You are not alone in feeling anxious, depressed, grieved, angry or disconnected in a relationship.
I am a Certified Internal Family Systems Therapist. This somatically and mindfully grounded approach - aka "parts therapy" - puts you in the healer's seat and provides skills for lifelong mental health. I use Emotionally Focused Therapy with couples, a rebuilding of attachment connections. Also, CBT & Motivational Enhancement Therapy as support tools.
couples and families with addiction, anxiety, depression and attachment disorders affecting their lives beyond their historical, current or perceived ability of self-control.
EMDR relieves a great deal of the 'therapy' pressure/stigma for the client, allowing complex trauma to shift rapidly and experientially. It is client-empowering, helping them 'let go' of that which was 'hidden' from their conscious awareness. I facilitate the means by which they can redefine their meaning structure in their world (transpersonal).
couples and families with addiction, anxiety, depression and attachment disorders affecting their lives beyond their historical, current or perceived ability of self-control.
EMDR relieves a great deal of the 'therapy' pressure/stigma for the client, allowing complex trauma to shift rapidly and experientially. It is client-empowering, helping them 'let go' of that which was 'hidden' from their conscious awareness. I facilitate the means by which they can redefine their meaning structure in their world (transpersonal).
I specialize in adult ADHD, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions, grief & loss, anxiety, and depression.
I have experience working with individuals with childhood trauma, individuals experiencing domestic violence, and individuals living with anxiety, depression, and self-harm. I specialize in adult ADHD. These experiences have all come together to ignite a deep appreciation for the power of community and the importance of connection.
I specialize in adult ADHD, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions, grief & loss, anxiety, and depression.
I have experience working with individuals with childhood trauma, individuals experiencing domestic violence, and individuals living with anxiety, depression, and self-harm. I specialize in adult ADHD. These experiences have all come together to ignite a deep appreciation for the power of community and the importance of connection.
My counselling practice combines a multicultural viewpoint, a client centred philosophy, humanistic values and cognitive behavioural strategies. I believe our culture influences the way people see the world and I will strive to understand your world view. I can offer you a safe, non-judgemental and genuine atmosphere to discuss your concerns. I believe you are the expert on your own life but that I may have some strategies to assist you. I am here as a guide, not to follow or lead but to walk beside you on your journey
My counselling practice combines a multicultural viewpoint, a client centred philosophy, humanistic values and cognitive behavioural strategies. I believe our culture influences the way people see the world and I will strive to understand your world view. I can offer you a safe, non-judgemental and genuine atmosphere to discuss your concerns. I believe you are the expert on your own life but that I may have some strategies to assist you. I am here as a guide, not to follow or lead but to walk beside you on your journey
I work with addictions, anxiety, depression, couples counselling, self-esteem, trauma, and non-ordinary states of consciousness.
I can help you feel better about yourself and your relationships. You will be able to respond to life's challenges with the aim of having your needs met. You will be able to make new meaning of past and current experiences and get to the root issue(s).
I work with addictions, anxiety, depression, couples counselling, self-esteem, trauma, and non-ordinary states of consciousness.
I can help you feel better about yourself and your relationships. You will be able to respond to life's challenges with the aim of having your needs met. You will be able to make new meaning of past and current experiences and get to the root issue(s).
I am primarily focused in Expressive Arts Therapy and Sex Therapy with regards to self esteem, gender exploration and affirming practices, life-stage development, anxiety, depression, intimacy/ relationship difficulties, relationship communication and boundary building, monogamy & non-monogamy.
I am a Queer neuro-divergent counsellor working on the unceded territories of the Musqueam, Squamish and TsleiI-Waututh peoples. I endeavour to work collaboratively, inter-sectionally and conscious of my clients lived experience and world view. I believe learning to become an authentic person is the ongoing journey we all undergo and with counselling, it can be a bit easier. I believe strongly in meeting an individual where they are presently and working alongside their own desires for change and growth.
I am primarily focused in Expressive Arts Therapy and Sex Therapy with regards to self esteem, gender exploration and affirming practices, life-stage development, anxiety, depression, intimacy/ relationship difficulties, relationship communication and boundary building, monogamy & non-monogamy.
I am a Queer neuro-divergent counsellor working on the unceded territories of the Musqueam, Squamish and TsleiI-Waututh peoples. I endeavour to work collaboratively, inter-sectionally and conscious of my clients lived experience and world view. I believe learning to become an authentic person is the ongoing journey we all undergo and with counselling, it can be a bit easier. I believe strongly in meeting an individual where they are presently and working alongside their own desires for change and growth.
A compassionate, supportive therapeutic relationship can make that first step feel less heavy.
I specialize in working with adult, preteen/adolescence and couples. Using a trauma informed integrative approach that draws from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Narrative Therapy, I support clients to gain clarity and break free from 'stuckness'.
A compassionate, supportive therapeutic relationship can make that first step feel less heavy.
I specialize in working with adult, preteen/adolescence and couples. Using a trauma informed integrative approach that draws from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Narrative Therapy, I support clients to gain clarity and break free from 'stuckness'.
Working with all of your “little parts" to rebuild your relationship to self.
Do you ever feel like your mind is telling you one story while your body is signalling another? Maybe your reactions feel out of your control, you're unsure where certain feelings are coming from, or you're struggling to understand and communicate your needs. As a somatic therapist, the heart of my work honours the body-mind connection and focuses on bridging the gap between your thoughts, feelings, and body. My support is relational, collaborative, emotionally-attuned and rooted in the belief that all parts of you deserve care. Tuning into your needs day-to-day, session-to-session, and shaping this journey together.
Working with all of your “little parts" to rebuild your relationship to self.
Do you ever feel like your mind is telling you one story while your body is signalling another? Maybe your reactions feel out of your control, you're unsure where certain feelings are coming from, or you're struggling to understand and communicate your needs. As a somatic therapist, the heart of my work honours the body-mind connection and focuses on bridging the gap between your thoughts, feelings, and body. My support is relational, collaborative, emotionally-attuned and rooted in the belief that all parts of you deserve care. Tuning into your needs day-to-day, session-to-session, and shaping this journey together.
My therapy approach is relational and collaborative. Feeling comfortable and connected is when therapy is most effective. My goal is to support you to understand yourself and what you need; to come back home to yourself. I tend to work with folks who aren’t feeling satisfied with their quality of life. This may show up as perfectionism, lack of motivation, hyper-independence, people pleasing tendencies, imposter syndrome etc. I have experience working in healthcare, not for profit, and private settings.
My therapy approach is relational and collaborative. Feeling comfortable and connected is when therapy is most effective. My goal is to support you to understand yourself and what you need; to come back home to yourself. I tend to work with folks who aren’t feeling satisfied with their quality of life. This may show up as perfectionism, lack of motivation, hyper-independence, people pleasing tendencies, imposter syndrome etc. I have experience working in healthcare, not for profit, and private settings.
Welcome! If you desire to feel more peaceful, connected, & vibrant, let's identify and shift the patterns that are no longer working in your life. I'll be with you, curious & attentive as you explore and navigate your way through the challenges. You will be supported in discovering & practicing new ways of being as you take steps toward becoming who you're meant to be. If you are ready to dig in and go deep to resolve the false beliefs, old stories & emotional wounds at the root of your challenges, I'm here for you. We will do more than talk, we'll engage in therapeutic processes that connect the body, mind, emotions and soul.
Welcome! If you desire to feel more peaceful, connected, & vibrant, let's identify and shift the patterns that are no longer working in your life. I'll be with you, curious & attentive as you explore and navigate your way through the challenges. You will be supported in discovering & practicing new ways of being as you take steps toward becoming who you're meant to be. If you are ready to dig in and go deep to resolve the false beliefs, old stories & emotional wounds at the root of your challenges, I'm here for you. We will do more than talk, we'll engage in therapeutic processes that connect the body, mind, emotions and soul.
I hold additional certification in EMDR, Narrative Therapy, Family Trauma Professional, DBT, and Gottman Couples Counselling.
I believe that every client is unique and an expert in themselves. Sometimes, however, circumstances or events feel overwhelming and intrude on our ability to live the life we want. Having a person to support us on our journey to healing is necessary to feel capable of processing and transforming.
I hold additional certification in EMDR, Narrative Therapy, Family Trauma Professional, DBT, and Gottman Couples Counselling.
I believe that every client is unique and an expert in themselves. Sometimes, however, circumstances or events feel overwhelming and intrude on our ability to live the life we want. Having a person to support us on our journey to healing is necessary to feel capable of processing and transforming.
I have extensive experience working with children and youth who are facing challenges with depression, anxiety disorders, and emotional regulation, in addition to school and relationship issues.
I am a Registered Clinical Social Worker and Registered Clinical Counsellor providing counselling and assessment services for children, youth, adults, and families. My practice is grounded in creating a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients feel genuinely understood while also receiving practical, evidence-based support. I work with concerns including anxiety, ADHD, emotional regulation, self-esteem, life transitions, parenting challenges, and neurodivergence. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each individual’s unique needs, drawing from CBT/DBT/ACT and using play and expressive therapy.
I have extensive experience working with children and youth who are facing challenges with depression, anxiety disorders, and emotional regulation, in addition to school and relationship issues.
I am a Registered Clinical Social Worker and Registered Clinical Counsellor providing counselling and assessment services for children, youth, adults, and families. My practice is grounded in creating a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients feel genuinely understood while also receiving practical, evidence-based support. I work with concerns including anxiety, ADHD, emotional regulation, self-esteem, life transitions, parenting challenges, and neurodivergence. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each individual’s unique needs, drawing from CBT/DBT/ACT and using play and expressive therapy.
many things can trigger disruptive behaviours and emotions that throw us off-base, damage our health and relationships, or simply hold us back.
We all have an innate ability to return to equanimity, but sometimes it's just hard to get there on our own. Increased self-awareness often through reflections on historic, environmental or traumatic influences, can enhance our internal and interpersonal relationships, especially the most important one we have....with ourselves.
many things can trigger disruptive behaviours and emotions that throw us off-base, damage our health and relationships, or simply hold us back.
We all have an innate ability to return to equanimity, but sometimes it's just hard to get there on our own. Increased self-awareness often through reflections on historic, environmental or traumatic influences, can enhance our internal and interpersonal relationships, especially the most important one we have....with ourselves.
I have 20 years of counselling experience working with individuals, couples, children and youth.
Welcome, and thanks for checking out my profile. I'm a Registered Clinical Counsellor working in Vancouver and on the Sunshine Coast. I work with my clients toward identifying and demystifying some of the more persistent problems that stand in the way of waking up each day feeling happy and hopeful about life. I believe we all have the capacity for change and that each of us can work with the challenges we have, no matter how difficult they are. Whether you're feeling just a little stuck or completely overwhelmed, I will work with you to help you shift perspective and create positive and lasting changes.
I have 20 years of counselling experience working with individuals, couples, children and youth.
Welcome, and thanks for checking out my profile. I'm a Registered Clinical Counsellor working in Vancouver and on the Sunshine Coast. I work with my clients toward identifying and demystifying some of the more persistent problems that stand in the way of waking up each day feeling happy and hopeful about life. I believe we all have the capacity for change and that each of us can work with the challenges we have, no matter how difficult they are. Whether you're feeling just a little stuck or completely overwhelmed, I will work with you to help you shift perspective and create positive and lasting changes.
I use a gentle, intuitive approach to support clients through challenging life experiences. My warm, engaging style helps people feel at ease. As an art therapist, I invite clients—if they wish—to explore art materials as an optional way to deepen self-understanding. Use of art in sessions is always voluntary.
I use a gentle, intuitive approach to support clients through challenging life experiences. My warm, engaging style helps people feel at ease. As an art therapist, I invite clients—if they wish—to explore art materials as an optional way to deepen self-understanding. Use of art in sessions is always voluntary.
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Hello! I'm so glad you made it here. It can feel really overwhelming to choose a therapist. Here's a bit about me and the work that I like to do.
I enjoy working with youth and adults who are struggling with trauma, impacts of domestic violence, anxiety, body image/disordered eating, depression, life transitions, suicidal ideation, ADHD, family and peer conflict, and substance use disorders. I also work with family members and caregivers, helping provide tools in order for them to better support their loved ones.
I strive to create a warm and safe space for people to process the big (and small) things in their lives!
Hello! I'm so glad you made it here. It can feel really overwhelming to choose a therapist. Here's a bit about me and the work that I like to do.
I enjoy working with youth and adults who are struggling with trauma, impacts of domestic violence, anxiety, body image/disordered eating, depression, life transitions, suicidal ideation, ADHD, family and peer conflict, and substance use disorders. I also work with family members and caregivers, helping provide tools in order for them to better support their loved ones.
I strive to create a warm and safe space for people to process the big (and small) things in their lives!
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Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.