LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Maple Ridge, BC
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual clinic specializing in psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach explores the root causes of symptoms by uncovering and understanding underlying emotions through evidence-based treatment. Through collaborative dialogue, we examine unconscious thoughts and emotions shaped from childhood to the present. We work to relieve symptoms by understanding how these patterns affect current experiences, and create targeted strategies for meaningful change long-term.
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual clinic specializing in psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach explores the root causes of symptoms by uncovering and understanding underlying emotions through evidence-based treatment. Through collaborative dialogue, we examine unconscious thoughts and emotions shaped from childhood to the present. We work to relieve symptoms by understanding how these patterns affect current experiences, and create targeted strategies for meaningful change long-term.
I am an engaged member of the queer community and am particularly practiced in supporting other gay, bisexual, and queer men.
I strive to offer a therapeutic experience that is both connecting and informed. I believe that under ideal circumstances, we engage with our lives in ways that promote wellness and growth. Conversely, the imperfections of existence can promote unhelpful or distorted thoughts, distressing feelings, or uncomfortable patterns of behaviour.
I am an engaged member of the queer community and am particularly practiced in supporting other gay, bisexual, and queer men.
I strive to offer a therapeutic experience that is both connecting and informed. I believe that under ideal circumstances, we engage with our lives in ways that promote wellness and growth. Conversely, the imperfections of existence can promote unhelpful or distorted thoughts, distressing feelings, or uncomfortable patterns of behaviour.
I also specialize in working with individuals in the Queer community which includes helping parents navigate gender diversity in a way that respects all individuals.
Coming to counselling takes courage to look deep into ourselves. You are looking to make changes, and perhaps some of those changes are within yourself, and some are with your situation. Let's start with a conversation. It is likely that not many people know or understand why or how your coping mechanisms arose, and often these strategies get in our way. Before we realize it, we're back doing the same thing we've always done and swore we would stop doing a thousand times ago.
I also specialize in working with individuals in the Queer community which includes helping parents navigate gender diversity in a way that respects all individuals.
Coming to counselling takes courage to look deep into ourselves. You are looking to make changes, and perhaps some of those changes are within yourself, and some are with your situation. Let's start with a conversation. It is likely that not many people know or understand why or how your coping mechanisms arose, and often these strategies get in our way. Before we realize it, we're back doing the same thing we've always done and swore we would stop doing a thousand times ago.
You've been surviving for so long it started to feel like living. Whether you've responded to others' worst moments professionally, or lived through your own, trauma has a way of settling into the body, the nervous system, and the stories we tell about ourselves. My clients are first responders and adults carrying complex or developmental trauma who are ready for something deeper than talk therapy. Using Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems, and Narrative Therapy, we work with your whole self not just what you can put into words. Healing isn't about forgetting. It's about finally feeling safe enough to come home to yourself
You've been surviving for so long it started to feel like living. Whether you've responded to others' worst moments professionally, or lived through your own, trauma has a way of settling into the body, the nervous system, and the stories we tell about ourselves. My clients are first responders and adults carrying complex or developmental trauma who are ready for something deeper than talk therapy. Using Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems, and Narrative Therapy, we work with your whole self not just what you can put into words. Healing isn't about forgetting. It's about finally feeling safe enough to come home to yourself
I offer identity-affirming, trauma-informed counselling for grief, chronic illness, LGBTQ+ experiences, polyamory/ENM, trauma, anxiety, and life transitions.
Maybe you're carrying grief that others don't understand, navigating a chronic illness that has changed your relationship with yourself, exploring your identity, or feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, or life's transitions. My clients are often tired of being strong for everyone else and long for a space where they can simply be human. Together, we'll explore your experiences with curiosity and compassion, helping you reconnect with your strengths, honour your story, and move toward greater clarity, self-understanding, and a life that feels more aligned with who you are.
I offer identity-affirming, trauma-informed counselling for grief, chronic illness, LGBTQ+ experiences, polyamory/ENM, trauma, anxiety, and life transitions.
Maybe you're carrying grief that others don't understand, navigating a chronic illness that has changed your relationship with yourself, exploring your identity, or feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, or life's transitions. My clients are often tired of being strong for everyone else and long for a space where they can simply be human. Together, we'll explore your experiences with curiosity and compassion, helping you reconnect with your strengths, honour your story, and move toward greater clarity, self-understanding, and a life that feels more aligned with who you are.
Welcome. I’m a relational, trauma-informed psychotherapist supporting children, adults, and families navigating neurodivergence, relationships, life transitions, and experiences that shape how we connect with ourselves and others.
I work from the belief that each person’s ways of thinking, feeling, sensing, and responding make sense within the context of their experiences. I offer a compassionate, curious space for those who may feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, highly sensitive, or like they experience the world differently. Together, we explore your unique strengths, challenges, and ways of connecting.
Welcome. I’m a relational, trauma-informed psychotherapist supporting children, adults, and families navigating neurodivergence, relationships, life transitions, and experiences that shape how we connect with ourselves and others.
I work from the belief that each person’s ways of thinking, feeling, sensing, and responding make sense within the context of their experiences. I offer a compassionate, curious space for those who may feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, highly sensitive, or like they experience the world differently. Together, we explore your unique strengths, challenges, and ways of connecting.
Hi there! Anxiety and overwhelm are increasingly common for teens and young adults—and it makes sense. Many are navigating academic pressure, the transition to post-secondary education, relationships, the impact of technology, high expectations, and learning how to set healthy boundaries. I specialize in providing counselling for teens and young adults experiencing anxiety, stress, and emotional overwhelm. I also work with first responders. I offer a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard and understood while learning practical tools to build confidence, manage anxiety, and navigate daily life with greater ease.
Hi there! Anxiety and overwhelm are increasingly common for teens and young adults—and it makes sense. Many are navigating academic pressure, the transition to post-secondary education, relationships, the impact of technology, high expectations, and learning how to set healthy boundaries. I specialize in providing counselling for teens and young adults experiencing anxiety, stress, and emotional overwhelm. I also work with first responders. I offer a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard and understood while learning practical tools to build confidence, manage anxiety, and navigate daily life with greater ease.
Specialized in trauma processing (EMDR & EMDR 2.0).
- I work with clients (ages 14+) who've experienced trauma, which often comes with depression, anxiety, PTSD, CPTSD, low self-worth, chronic pain, maladaptive coping mechanisms, and other presentations.
- I also work with cumulative trauma (as seen in first responders, nurses, doctors, and 911 employees), in addition to medical and birth trauma.
How we reach your goals: I spend the first few sessions hearing your issues and mapping out a clear EMDR treatment plan with respect to your concerns (if you're looking for EMDR). We also do talk therapy as little or as much as you prefer.
Specialized in trauma processing (EMDR & EMDR 2.0).
- I work with clients (ages 14+) who've experienced trauma, which often comes with depression, anxiety, PTSD, CPTSD, low self-worth, chronic pain, maladaptive coping mechanisms, and other presentations.
- I also work with cumulative trauma (as seen in first responders, nurses, doctors, and 911 employees), in addition to medical and birth trauma.
How we reach your goals: I spend the first few sessions hearing your issues and mapping out a clear EMDR treatment plan with respect to your concerns (if you're looking for EMDR). We also do talk therapy as little or as much as you prefer.
Holding everything together - but feeling overwhelmed as a mom? You may be managing anxiety, burnout, and constant mental load while caring for everyone else. Virtual sessions with weekday, evening and Saturday availability. Many of the women I work with appear capable on the outside while quietly carrying pressure, perfectionism, and mental load on the inside. Therapy offers space to pause, regulate your nervous system, untangle patterns, and move toward a life that feels more grounded and authentic.
Holding everything together - but feeling overwhelmed as a mom? You may be managing anxiety, burnout, and constant mental load while caring for everyone else. Virtual sessions with weekday, evening and Saturday availability. Many of the women I work with appear capable on the outside while quietly carrying pressure, perfectionism, and mental load on the inside. Therapy offers space to pause, regulate your nervous system, untangle patterns, and move toward a life that feels more grounded and authentic.
Many people who find their way to my practice have already tried therapy. They're insightful, capable, and functional, yet still feel shaped by old relational patterns, chronic self-doubt, or a sense that something unresolved keeps showing up despite their best efforts. The work I do invites people to slow down and look closely at how their inner world has been organized by relationships, long-standing adaptations, and nervous system patterns. This is not short-term therapy. Sessions are relational, reflective, and often require tolerating discomfort as familiar strategies soften and new ways of relating to yourself emerge.
Many people who find their way to my practice have already tried therapy. They're insightful, capable, and functional, yet still feel shaped by old relational patterns, chronic self-doubt, or a sense that something unresolved keeps showing up despite their best efforts. The work I do invites people to slow down and look closely at how their inner world has been organized by relationships, long-standing adaptations, and nervous system patterns. This is not short-term therapy. Sessions are relational, reflective, and often require tolerating discomfort as familiar strategies soften and new ways of relating to yourself emerge.
Hi, I’m Reggie, founder of Inner Resilience Counselling & Wellness, a Registered Clinical Counsellor, and Life Coach. I'm passionate about helping people navigate life’s most challenging moments with empathy, clarity, and confidence. I believe that every human holds the capacity for resilience, even when life feels overwhelming or like everything is falling apart. Healing begins when we feel truly seen, heard, safe, and supported.
I look forward to connecting with you.
Hi, I’m Reggie, founder of Inner Resilience Counselling & Wellness, a Registered Clinical Counsellor, and Life Coach. I'm passionate about helping people navigate life’s most challenging moments with empathy, clarity, and confidence. I believe that every human holds the capacity for resilience, even when life feels overwhelming or like everything is falling apart. Healing begins when we feel truly seen, heard, safe, and supported.
I look forward to connecting with you.
Melanie prioritizes working with Indigenous, Black, and People of Colour, including folks of mixed ancestry and the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Those who have experienced discrimination and carry the weight of these experiences in their hearts and bodies. Her approach is grounded in an Anti-Oppressive framework, Trauma & Violence Informed practice, and Solution-Oriented modalities. She engages in this work as a life-long learner and brings an integrative range of evidence-based and empirically supported approaches to support your therapeutic goals.
Melanie prioritizes working with Indigenous, Black, and People of Colour, including folks of mixed ancestry and the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Those who have experienced discrimination and carry the weight of these experiences in their hearts and bodies. Her approach is grounded in an Anti-Oppressive framework, Trauma & Violence Informed practice, and Solution-Oriented modalities. She engages in this work as a life-long learner and brings an integrative range of evidence-based and empirically supported approaches to support your therapeutic goals.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor, EMDR-trained and actively providing trauma-focused therapy for adolescents, adults, couples, and families. My clinical work centers on trauma and complex trauma (including sexual assault and exploitation), attachment injuries within families and relationships, and perinatal mental health across fertility, pregnancy, and the postpartum period.
I offer supports to adults, couples, families, teens, and youth 9+
You can expect safety, collaboration, connection alongside practical tools for support that are appropriate for each individuals situation and capacity.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor, EMDR-trained and actively providing trauma-focused therapy for adolescents, adults, couples, and families. My clinical work centers on trauma and complex trauma (including sexual assault and exploitation), attachment injuries within families and relationships, and perinatal mental health across fertility, pregnancy, and the postpartum period.
I offer supports to adults, couples, families, teens, and youth 9+
You can expect safety, collaboration, connection alongside practical tools for support that are appropriate for each individuals situation and capacity.
I am in the business of helping people become themselves. In other words, I think that every person has a unique and beautiful core self that holds the blueprint for a deeply fulfilling and meaningful life. However, life can be painful and sometimes we need to move away from who we are in order to survive. It is my passion and joy to meet people in these places, work towards understanding our defenses, and together move towards whatever lies beneath. I’m honoured that you would consider inviting me to join you in this journey. I consider it a sacred privilege to discover what it means to live fully and freely.
I am in the business of helping people become themselves. In other words, I think that every person has a unique and beautiful core self that holds the blueprint for a deeply fulfilling and meaningful life. However, life can be painful and sometimes we need to move away from who we are in order to survive. It is my passion and joy to meet people in these places, work towards understanding our defenses, and together move towards whatever lies beneath. I’m honoured that you would consider inviting me to join you in this journey. I consider it a sacred privilege to discover what it means to live fully and freely.
Are you rolling along in life? Something missing deep down, a feeling or sense of something that's not quite right? A feeling you can't explain or understand. After a few attempts to change how you feel, you repeat the same patterns. Do you feel like you put on a different mask every day to get through life? Does this sound like how you are living? Are you ready to take off all the masks, be authentically you and live your authentic life ? Together through this process we will unravel the challenges, not just live your life, but thrive!
Are you rolling along in life? Something missing deep down, a feeling or sense of something that's not quite right? A feeling you can't explain or understand. After a few attempts to change how you feel, you repeat the same patterns. Do you feel like you put on a different mask every day to get through life? Does this sound like how you are living? Are you ready to take off all the masks, be authentically you and live your authentic life ? Together through this process we will unravel the challenges, not just live your life, but thrive!
Hi, I’m Meghan and I believe that counselling is a collaborative undertaking focused on empowering individuals to make the best choices for themselves to find their best wellbeing. I work to help alleviating the weight of shame that we carry and highlight the strength that it took you to get to the place you are at today. We can be struggling with the challenges of daily life, big transitions, unmet expectations, difficult relationships, and past trauma.
Hi, I’m Meghan and I believe that counselling is a collaborative undertaking focused on empowering individuals to make the best choices for themselves to find their best wellbeing. I work to help alleviating the weight of shame that we carry and highlight the strength that it took you to get to the place you are at today. We can be struggling with the challenges of daily life, big transitions, unmet expectations, difficult relationships, and past trauma.
Are you going through something emotionally painful? Experiencing anxiety, panic, depression, or addiction? I will work efficiently and effectively with you to find the root of your struggles, so you can put an end to your suffering and find permanent resolution to the problems you are experiencing. I have been trained in a highly specialized approach that can help restore happiness and clarity in your life, regardless of how complex or upsetting your situation may be.
Are you going through something emotionally painful? Experiencing anxiety, panic, depression, or addiction? I will work efficiently and effectively with you to find the root of your struggles, so you can put an end to your suffering and find permanent resolution to the problems you are experiencing. I have been trained in a highly specialized approach that can help restore happiness and clarity in your life, regardless of how complex or upsetting your situation may be.
At All-In miND Counselling, I support adolescents, adults, and athletes navigating stress, anxiety, burnout, confidence, identity, and life transitions. Many clients come to counselling feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward. I provide a supportive, non-judgmental space where we work together to better understand challenges, build practical coping strategies, strengthen resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change at a pace that feels right for you.
At All-In miND Counselling, I support adolescents, adults, and athletes navigating stress, anxiety, burnout, confidence, identity, and life transitions. Many clients come to counselling feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward. I provide a supportive, non-judgmental space where we work together to better understand challenges, build practical coping strategies, strengthen resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change at a pace that feels right for you.
I have spent the last 20 years working with teenagers and children. I have been a coach, a mentor, a teacher, and now a counsellor. Building relationships has always been a priority in working with young people. Developing trust and offering them a place to feel safe, comfortable, and themselves is what I value most in my work.
I often work with students dealing with relationship issues, loss, addictions, and anxiety. I am a drama trained educator and often use role play to support skill building and behavioural rehearsal.
I have spent the last 20 years working with teenagers and children. I have been a coach, a mentor, a teacher, and now a counsellor. Building relationships has always been a priority in working with young people. Developing trust and offering them a place to feel safe, comfortable, and themselves is what I value most in my work.
I often work with students dealing with relationship issues, loss, addictions, and anxiety. I am a drama trained educator and often use role play to support skill building and behavioural rehearsal.
You are not alone, and I’m really glad you’re here. Reaching out for counselling can feel like a big step, and it’s okay if it feels overwhelming. Healing isn’t always linear, but therapy can offer a steady, supportive space as you move through change and reconnect with your strengths. My approach is relational, compassionate, and grounded in deep respect for your story. Together, we can gently explore the parts of you that may feel hidden, distant, at a pace that feels right for you. My hope is to walk alongside you as you reconnect with yourself & others, and feel more grounded, supported, and trusting of your inner wisdom.
You are not alone, and I’m really glad you’re here. Reaching out for counselling can feel like a big step, and it’s okay if it feels overwhelming. Healing isn’t always linear, but therapy can offer a steady, supportive space as you move through change and reconnect with your strengths. My approach is relational, compassionate, and grounded in deep respect for your story. Together, we can gently explore the parts of you that may feel hidden, distant, at a pace that feels right for you. My hope is to walk alongside you as you reconnect with yourself & others, and feel more grounded, supported, and trusting of your inner wisdom.
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LGBTQ+ Counsellors
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialised training, either during their degree programme or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalisation in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialised training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.