Therapists for Adults in New Westminster, BC
Hi, I’m Courtenay, a Counsellor and ADHD Coach who helps adults, parents, and professionals understand their ADHD and learn practical ways to manage it.
I offer one-on-one counselling and coaching for people wanting to address their ADHD challenges and work through their thoughts and emotions holding them back. My approach is supportive, non-judgmental, and focused on you, helping you improve focus, follow-through, and emotional regulation while strengthening your sense of self.
Hi, I’m Courtenay, a Counsellor and ADHD Coach who helps adults, parents, and professionals understand their ADHD and learn practical ways to manage it.
I offer one-on-one counselling and coaching for people wanting to address their ADHD challenges and work through their thoughts and emotions holding them back. My approach is supportive, non-judgmental, and focused on you, helping you improve focus, follow-through, and emotional regulation while strengthening your sense of self.
Seeking help is not a sign of weakness. People in distress usually find it helpful to talk to a professional in a safe space where our conversation is kept confidential. We offer evidence-based therapy approach, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-informed Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness-Based Intervention in English, Cantonese and Mandarin.
Seeking help is not a sign of weakness. People in distress usually find it helpful to talk to a professional in a safe space where our conversation is kept confidential. We offer evidence-based therapy approach, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-informed Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness-Based Intervention in English, Cantonese and Mandarin.
I am as an RCC ready to connect and support both adults and children of all ages.
Life can be really challenging. I believe that everyone has a unique story and I consider it a gift to be able to work with clients to pursue healing, wellness and fullness as they navigate through life’s challenges. For the past 12 years I have been helping people work through trauma and both the past and present impact this can have on us. I have personally dealt with anxiety for over 20 years so I understand the challenges that can come with overall mental health. Through the years I have accumulated many tools and techniques to help overcome the stressors of everyday life.
I am as an RCC ready to connect and support both adults and children of all ages.
Life can be really challenging. I believe that everyone has a unique story and I consider it a gift to be able to work with clients to pursue healing, wellness and fullness as they navigate through life’s challenges. For the past 12 years I have been helping people work through trauma and both the past and present impact this can have on us. I have personally dealt with anxiety for over 20 years so I understand the challenges that can come with overall mental health. Through the years I have accumulated many tools and techniques to help overcome the stressors of everyday life.
I believe that everyone’s resilience, inner wisdom, and lived experience deserves to be honoured. The stories we hold about ourselves and our lived experiences can shape us in powerful ways. I truly value each person’s life story and believe that healing unfolds within the safety of the therapeutic relationship.
By working together, I will help you make sense of the stories you carry, explore your inner experiences, and reconnect with what matters most to you. My goal is to support you in finding movement in places where you may feel stuck, and to create a warm, compassionate space where you feel seen, heard, and valued.
I believe that everyone’s resilience, inner wisdom, and lived experience deserves to be honoured. The stories we hold about ourselves and our lived experiences can shape us in powerful ways. I truly value each person’s life story and believe that healing unfolds within the safety of the therapeutic relationship.
By working together, I will help you make sense of the stories you carry, explore your inner experiences, and reconnect with what matters most to you. My goal is to support you in finding movement in places where you may feel stuck, and to create a warm, compassionate space where you feel seen, heard, and valued.
Whether you’re a neurodivergent adult, a parent of a neurodivergent child, or a first responder, you may be struggling with overwhelm, stress, or lingering trauma.
I provide neuro-affirming, trauma-informed therapy tailored to the unique needs of your nervous system. We move beyond behavioral goals to focus on practical strategies that restore balance and strengthen your sense of agency. My goal is to help you feel calmer and more confident as you navigate the complexities of daily life.
Whether you’re a neurodivergent adult, a parent of a neurodivergent child, or a first responder, you may be struggling with overwhelm, stress, or lingering trauma.
I provide neuro-affirming, trauma-informed therapy tailored to the unique needs of your nervous system. We move beyond behavioral goals to focus on practical strategies that restore balance and strengthen your sense of agency. My goal is to help you feel calmer and more confident as you navigate the complexities of daily life.
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In a world where it can feel like we're drowning in information, I work to slow things down and help people to explore their own inner thoughts and feelings that don't always have the opportunity to express themselves. I view you as the expert in your life, and my job is to ask you the right questions and help you reflect on what is showing up, and identify patterns along the way.
Hey, welcome!
In a world where it can feel like we're drowning in information, I work to slow things down and help people to explore their own inner thoughts and feelings that don't always have the opportunity to express themselves. I view you as the expert in your life, and my job is to ask you the right questions and help you reflect on what is showing up, and identify patterns along the way.
We’re here to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore vulnerable experiences without judgment. Our team uses a variety of therapeutic approaches tailored to your unique needs, helping you build awareness and gain control in your life. We work together to strengthen your inner resources, boost resilience, and equip you with the tools to face challenges with confidence. Our goal is to support you as you move forward, ready to handle whatever life brings your way.
We’re here to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore vulnerable experiences without judgment. Our team uses a variety of therapeutic approaches tailored to your unique needs, helping you build awareness and gain control in your life. We work together to strengthen your inner resources, boost resilience, and equip you with the tools to face challenges with confidence. Our goal is to support you as you move forward, ready to handle whatever life brings your way.
With 6 years in private practice and 3 years managing a clinic, I support adults and couples through life's tough moments.
Life can be rich and rewarding, yet also bring moments that leave us feeling stuck, anxious, or unsure of how to move forward. While we can’t always control what happens, we can choose how we respond and care for ourselves along the way. Therapy offers a space to heal, learn, and grow at your own pace. My goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where you feel truly seen and understood. Together, we’ll explore what’s getting in the way and help you reconnect with your confidence, clarity, and sense of direction.
With 6 years in private practice and 3 years managing a clinic, I support adults and couples through life's tough moments.
Life can be rich and rewarding, yet also bring moments that leave us feeling stuck, anxious, or unsure of how to move forward. While we can’t always control what happens, we can choose how we respond and care for ourselves along the way. Therapy offers a space to heal, learn, and grow at your own pace. My goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where you feel truly seen and understood. Together, we’ll explore what’s getting in the way and help you reconnect with your confidence, clarity, and sense of direction.
If you want to change your life, therapy is a great way to start. I help people develop coping skills to manage complicated thoughts and emotions. With 24 years of experience, I provide a supportive setting to help you manage your emotions, make positive changes, and overcome difficulties. But, the first step is actually reaching out for help.. I provide therapy for clients who struggle anxiety, depression, life transitions, PTSD/trauma, borderline personality disorder (BPD), panic attacks, mood swings, and relationship problems. I also work with couples who are struggling with communication, stress, infidelity and intimacy issues
If you want to change your life, therapy is a great way to start. I help people develop coping skills to manage complicated thoughts and emotions. With 24 years of experience, I provide a supportive setting to help you manage your emotions, make positive changes, and overcome difficulties. But, the first step is actually reaching out for help.. I provide therapy for clients who struggle anxiety, depression, life transitions, PTSD/trauma, borderline personality disorder (BPD), panic attacks, mood swings, and relationship problems. I also work with couples who are struggling with communication, stress, infidelity and intimacy issues
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Registered Social Worker with a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Victoria. I have over 15 years experience working with families and individuals experiencing a variety of challenges. I counsel and support individuals and families who struggle with mental health and substance use, parenting, family conflict, relationship issues and a variety of other topics. I offer a strength based approach and have training in a variety of therapeutic models such as lifespan integration trauma therapy, talk therapy, emotion focused family therapy and motivational interviewing.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Registered Social Worker with a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Victoria. I have over 15 years experience working with families and individuals experiencing a variety of challenges. I counsel and support individuals and families who struggle with mental health and substance use, parenting, family conflict, relationship issues and a variety of other topics. I offer a strength based approach and have training in a variety of therapeutic models such as lifespan integration trauma therapy, talk therapy, emotion focused family therapy and motivational interviewing.
If you are looking to work on any of the following in your life, we might be a good counselling match! -> Healthy communication and boundaries; Self-esteem; Confidence; Motivation; Understanding and fulfilling emotional needs; Healing from past wounds; Moving forward from a difficult breakup; Leaving an abusive relationship; Learning how to cope with difficult family dynamics -> If you are tired of repeating old patterns and want to take a new direction that is also in alignment with your values and desires, let's work together.
If you are looking to work on any of the following in your life, we might be a good counselling match! -> Healthy communication and boundaries; Self-esteem; Confidence; Motivation; Understanding and fulfilling emotional needs; Healing from past wounds; Moving forward from a difficult breakup; Leaving an abusive relationship; Learning how to cope with difficult family dynamics -> If you are tired of repeating old patterns and want to take a new direction that is also in alignment with your values and desires, let's work together.
You’re looking for someone you can trust to tell your thoughts and feelings to. Someone who can really hear you. Feeling overwhelmed, you're ready to find solutions and help for your concerns. You want support and expertise to help you get to a happier, successful and more positive place in life.
I am a certified clinical counselor with over 20 years experience helping people with mental health challenges.
You’re looking for someone you can trust to tell your thoughts and feelings to. Someone who can really hear you. Feeling overwhelmed, you're ready to find solutions and help for your concerns. You want support and expertise to help you get to a happier, successful and more positive place in life.
I am a certified clinical counselor with over 20 years experience helping people with mental health challenges.
I have over 25 years of clinical experience helping adolescents and adults to achieve significant improvements managing their symptoms and emotional distress, while at the same time realizing more accurate perspectives, and creating more assertive choices in their lives, as well as in their personal and professional relationships.
Based on the belief that: "we all have our own answers", I focus my efforts to provide a professional, non judgmental and non critical space, where people can safely engage in a process of self reflection and discovery through which they can increase their self awareness, and learn how to access their own answers and solutions to a wide range of mental health concerns and challenging life situations.
I have over 25 years of clinical experience helping adolescents and adults to achieve significant improvements managing their symptoms and emotional distress, while at the same time realizing more accurate perspectives, and creating more assertive choices in their lives, as well as in their personal and professional relationships.
Based on the belief that: "we all have our own answers", I focus my efforts to provide a professional, non judgmental and non critical space, where people can safely engage in a process of self reflection and discovery through which they can increase their self awareness, and learn how to access their own answers and solutions to a wide range of mental health concerns and challenging life situations.
Whether you're an individual or part of a couple, you may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or ready for things to change. I work with anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem, relationship difficulties, life transitions, substance use, borderline personality disorder, ADHD, Autism, and AuDHD. As someone who values authenticity over perfection, I believe therapy should be a place where you can show up exactly as you are. Together, we'll build practical tools, strengthen your confidence, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Whether you're an individual or part of a couple, you may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or ready for things to change. I work with anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem, relationship difficulties, life transitions, substance use, borderline personality disorder, ADHD, Autism, and AuDHD. As someone who values authenticity over perfection, I believe therapy should be a place where you can show up exactly as you are. Together, we'll build practical tools, strengthen your confidence, and create meaningful, lasting change.
I work with adults using a trauma informed approach that integrates cognitive and behavioural therapy, narrative therapy, acceptance based practices, and somatic work.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that no longer feel aligned with who you want to be. Many of the people I work with are navigating trauma, addiction, grief and loss, or ongoing anxiety, shame, or low self esteem. You may be seeking relief, clarity, or a deeper sense of understanding, along with a space where you can slow down and feel genuinely heard. Often the goal is not to fix something, but to feel more grounded, regulated, and connected to yourself and your life.
I work with adults using a trauma informed approach that integrates cognitive and behavioural therapy, narrative therapy, acceptance based practices, and somatic work.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that no longer feel aligned with who you want to be. Many of the people I work with are navigating trauma, addiction, grief and loss, or ongoing anxiety, shame, or low self esteem. You may be seeking relief, clarity, or a deeper sense of understanding, along with a space where you can slow down and feel genuinely heard. Often the goal is not to fix something, but to feel more grounded, regulated, and connected to yourself and your life.
As you search for a counsellor you might look for counsellors with similar values. Here are mine: Goodness. I believe we are all striving to do the best we can with what we were given. Redemption. I believe we can all learn from mistakes. Connection. I believe being connected to others is healing from many past hurts and is protective against future stress. Equality. I am a feminist in that I believe in equal rights for people of all genders, races, sexual orientations. Authenticity. I strive to create a life I want to live. I would love to help you be who you really are.
As you search for a counsellor you might look for counsellors with similar values. Here are mine: Goodness. I believe we are all striving to do the best we can with what we were given. Redemption. I believe we can all learn from mistakes. Connection. I believe being connected to others is healing from many past hurts and is protective against future stress. Equality. I am a feminist in that I believe in equal rights for people of all genders, races, sexual orientations. Authenticity. I strive to create a life I want to live. I would love to help you be who you really are.
Dr. Tanya Elez, Registered Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
1 Endorsed
New Westminster, BC V3M
I am a Registered Psychologist, Registered Marriage and Family Therapist and an Approved Supervisor of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. I work with individuals, couples and families who wish to address issues of past trauma, grief, loss, depression and anxiety, strengthen their relationship, increase intimacy and trust, or augment parenting skills.
I practice from a systemic, strength based perspective and hold a holistic, hopeful view of human nature. In in order to promote well being and help you accomplish personal goals, I will collaborate with you, relying on your own incredible resiliency and capacity to heal.
I am a Registered Psychologist, Registered Marriage and Family Therapist and an Approved Supervisor of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. I work with individuals, couples and families who wish to address issues of past trauma, grief, loss, depression and anxiety, strengthen their relationship, increase intimacy and trust, or augment parenting skills.
I practice from a systemic, strength based perspective and hold a holistic, hopeful view of human nature. In in order to promote well being and help you accomplish personal goals, I will collaborate with you, relying on your own incredible resiliency and capacity to heal.
It was through her own personal journey that Trish came to find her expertise as a Somatic Psychotherapist; helping individuals, couples and families step into balance, health and connection so that they can live in joy, vibrancy and passion! After full recovery from a skiing accident that had her in a wheel chair for months, she began to feel uptight all the time, depressed, had unhealthy eating patterns, an autoimmune diagnosis, and disconnect in her marriage. She had forgotten all about joy, vibrance & passion or how to even reach for those things. If you have ever experienced these feelings & lack connection, Trish can help.
It was through her own personal journey that Trish came to find her expertise as a Somatic Psychotherapist; helping individuals, couples and families step into balance, health and connection so that they can live in joy, vibrancy and passion! After full recovery from a skiing accident that had her in a wheel chair for months, she began to feel uptight all the time, depressed, had unhealthy eating patterns, an autoimmune diagnosis, and disconnect in her marriage. She had forgotten all about joy, vibrance & passion or how to even reach for those things. If you have ever experienced these feelings & lack connection, Trish can help.
We sometimes find ourselves lacking in the opportunity to experience joy, creativity, meaning, and connection in our lives. At Ohana, we support the exploration of what it is that may be preventing you from being the person you want to be and healing in a way that allows you to have these experiences.
We sometimes find ourselves lacking in the opportunity to experience joy, creativity, meaning, and connection in our lives. At Ohana, we support the exploration of what it is that may be preventing you from being the person you want to be and healing in a way that allows you to have these experiences.
I specialise in trauma therapy for high-functioning adults — the emotional dysregulation, dissociation, chronic shame, and coping patterns that once helped but no longer serve — with particular depth working with LGBTQ+ clients.
My approach integrates EMDR, Ego States therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, informed by my background as a Registered Massage Therapist and training in Polyvagal Theory. This means I work with what your nervous system is holding, not just what you can articulate about it.
I specialise in trauma therapy for high-functioning adults — the emotional dysregulation, dissociation, chronic shame, and coping patterns that once helped but no longer serve — with particular depth working with LGBTQ+ clients.
My approach integrates EMDR, Ego States therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, informed by my background as a Registered Massage Therapist and training in Polyvagal Theory. This means I work with what your nervous system is holding, not just what you can articulate about it.
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FAQ - About Adult Counselling
Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioural therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalised anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists in Canada hold various licenses depending on their training and provincial requirements. Common therapy credentials include Registered Social Workers (RSW), Registered Psychotherapists, and Certified Canadian Counsellors (CCC). Psychologists (PhD or PsyD) receive additional doctoral-level training and may focus on assessments or more specialized therapeutic approaches. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.