Cognitive Processing (CPT) Therapists in New Westminster, BC
You might feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns that aren’t working anymore. Maybe you’re dealing with relationship stress, grief, or habits around substance use that don’t feel like you. You might not be sure where to start, but something feels off.
I offer a calm, supportive space where we can slow things down and make sense of what’s going on. Together, we’ll look at patterns, build practical ways to cope, and take small steps forward. Many people I work with are new to therapy and want a space where they don’t have to explain or minimize how they feel. I offer a free 30-minute consult to see if we’re a good fit.
You might feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns that aren’t working anymore. Maybe you’re dealing with relationship stress, grief, or habits around substance use that don’t feel like you. You might not be sure where to start, but something feels off.
I offer a calm, supportive space where we can slow things down and make sense of what’s going on. Together, we’ll look at patterns, build practical ways to cope, and take small steps forward. Many people I work with are new to therapy and want a space where they don’t have to explain or minimize how they feel. I offer a free 30-minute consult to see if we’re a good fit.
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 passionate about helping individuals and couples who have experienced significant trauma in their lives, including those with complex PTSD, dissociative identity disorder, and borderline personality disorder. I believe that when we experience trauma, we can feel trapped in the past, frozen by the challenge of letting go of the pain, and unable to enjoy the present. So I want to help you process those past hurts so that you can get back to living the life you want. I provide therapy to people of all cultures, faiths, genders, and sexual orientations, valuing each person’s unique experiences.
I am passionate about helping individuals and couples who have experienced significant trauma in their lives, including those with complex PTSD, dissociative identity disorder, and borderline personality disorder. I believe that when we experience trauma, we can feel trapped in the past, frozen by the challenge of letting go of the pain, and unable to enjoy the present. So I want to help you process those past hurts so that you can get back to living the life you want. I provide therapy to people of all cultures, faiths, genders, and sexual orientations, valuing each person’s unique experiences.
I provide counselling to adult individuals and couples to address a variety of issues that may be causing friction or creating barriers. I am passionate about working with individuals impacted by substance use and mental health challenges as well as those having experienced trauma(s). The clients I work with may also be experiencing life changes or stressors related to daily life and interpersonal relationships. I am comfortable exploring both short and long term treatment goals.
I provide counselling to adult individuals and couples to address a variety of issues that may be causing friction or creating barriers. I am passionate about working with individuals impacted by substance use and mental health challenges as well as those having experienced trauma(s). The clients I work with may also be experiencing life changes or stressors related to daily life and interpersonal relationships. I am comfortable exploring both short and long term treatment goals.
I have experience providing mental health support to both youth and adults related to a range of difficulties such as depression, anxiety, substance use and addictions, PTSD and trauma, emotional regulation, stress management, as well as more severe mental health symptoms and diagnosis such as psychosis, Schizophrenia, Bipolar, and also personality disorders such as Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD). I am a registered service provider with the Crime Victim Assistance Program (CVAP) and ICBC.
I have experience providing mental health support to both youth and adults related to a range of difficulties such as depression, anxiety, substance use and addictions, PTSD and trauma, emotional regulation, stress management, as well as more severe mental health symptoms and diagnosis such as psychosis, Schizophrenia, Bipolar, and also personality disorders such as Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD). I am a registered service provider with the Crime Victim Assistance Program (CVAP) and ICBC.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling with the weight of depression, or facing challenging life transitions, know that you are not alone. You may be dealing with everyday stressors that make it hard to keep up, or perhaps you're feeling stuck in your personal growth and unsure how to move forward. These feelings can be isolating, but I want you to know that there is hope for change.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling with the weight of depression, or facing challenging life transitions, know that you are not alone. You may be dealing with everyday stressors that make it hard to keep up, or perhaps you're feeling stuck in your personal growth and unsure how to move forward. These feelings can be isolating, but I want you to know that there is hope for change.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
If you're navigating life transitions, career changes, burnout, relational challenges, or figuring out the complexities of living between cultures, I am here to support you. I have a previous career in fraud investigations and talent acquisition in tech; these experiences deepened my understanding of the stress, pressures, and uncertainty that can come with navigating life pivots while feeling pulled toward another path. Wherever you are in your journey, this is a space for you to explore at your pace.
If you're navigating life transitions, career changes, burnout, relational challenges, or figuring out the complexities of living between cultures, I am here to support you. I have a previous career in fraud investigations and talent acquisition in tech; these experiences deepened my understanding of the stress, pressures, and uncertainty that can come with navigating life pivots while feeling pulled toward another path. Wherever you are in your journey, this is a space for you to explore at your pace.
Life is super hard right now for many, if not all of us. Most of us feel like we're just trying to survive each day. We specialize in helping women cope with everything from anxiety and burnout, grief and loss, to navigating motherhood and other major life changes. We'll support you through it all – big or small. We’re committed to creating an environment that makes you feel comfortable sharing anything that’s on your mind. We’ll never assume anything about you, your circumstances or what’s best for you. Life is full of ups and downs, and we’re here to support and empower you through every stage of it. You’re not alone.
Life is super hard right now for many, if not all of us. Most of us feel like we're just trying to survive each day. We specialize in helping women cope with everything from anxiety and burnout, grief and loss, to navigating motherhood and other major life changes. We'll support you through it all – big or small. We’re committed to creating an environment that makes you feel comfortable sharing anything that’s on your mind. We’ll never assume anything about you, your circumstances or what’s best for you. Life is full of ups and downs, and we’re here to support and empower you through every stage of it. You’re not alone.
I, Nancy Aguirre, focus my practice on trauma because stressful life changes, neglect, abandonment, emotional/physical/sexual childhood abuse, rejection, exploitation, incest or family violence could result in experiencing distorted perceptions, emotions, beliefs and meanings about the self and life. Trauma freezes the traumatic experience in the nervous system creating unhelpful thinking, and negative self-assessment. These conditions can affect your capacity to tolerate and adapt to life's ups and downs; break old patterns that hold you back; avoid engaging in risky behaviours; and re-enacting your past traumas over and over.
I, Nancy Aguirre, focus my practice on trauma because stressful life changes, neglect, abandonment, emotional/physical/sexual childhood abuse, rejection, exploitation, incest or family violence could result in experiencing distorted perceptions, emotions, beliefs and meanings about the self and life. Trauma freezes the traumatic experience in the nervous system creating unhelpful thinking, and negative self-assessment. These conditions can affect your capacity to tolerate and adapt to life's ups and downs; break old patterns that hold you back; avoid engaging in risky behaviours; and re-enacting your past traumas over and over.
My therapeutic approach is more than just clinical—it's warm, compassionate, and genuine. Rooted in evidence-based practice, my collaborative spirit ensures you're an active participant in your journey toward healing and personal growth. I provide evidence-based assessment and treatment of anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma-related concerns, among others. I support individuals who often experience symptoms of PTSD, generalized anxiety, social anxiety, illness/health anxiety, panic disorder, agoraphobia, OCD, specific phobias, and other stress-related concerns. Please visit www.annapark. ca for more information.
My therapeutic approach is more than just clinical—it's warm, compassionate, and genuine. Rooted in evidence-based practice, my collaborative spirit ensures you're an active participant in your journey toward healing and personal growth. I provide evidence-based assessment and treatment of anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma-related concerns, among others. I support individuals who often experience symptoms of PTSD, generalized anxiety, social anxiety, illness/health anxiety, panic disorder, agoraphobia, OCD, specific phobias, and other stress-related concerns. Please visit www.annapark. ca for more information.
I offer a warm, respectful space where you can feel safe to be yourself and explore what’s been holding you back. Drawing on evidence-based approaches such as CBT, ACT, interpersonal, and mindfulness-based therapy, I help clients build emotional resilience, develop healthier patterns in relationships and daily life, and feel more at ease. My goal is not just relief from current struggles, but to help you gain skills and confidence you can carry forward long after therapy ends.
I offer a warm, respectful space where you can feel safe to be yourself and explore what’s been holding you back. Drawing on evidence-based approaches such as CBT, ACT, interpersonal, and mindfulness-based therapy, I help clients build emotional resilience, develop healthier patterns in relationships and daily life, and feel more at ease. My goal is not just relief from current struggles, but to help you gain skills and confidence you can carry forward long after therapy ends.
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Helping anxious, stressed out, panicked, burnt out, and neurodivergent professionals, executives, parents, and university students answer, "What if it could be better?" and create lifechanging shifts towards a life more worth living is what I specialize in. To get there, we identify your capacities, blocks, and goals, build your self regulation & coping skills, and desensitize & process any stuck points. It's a mix of serious focus and clinical expertise and enjoyment in session - you can expect to feel safe and heard, to laugh and cry, to be challenged (just enough), and to leave with practical tools to use on your own.
Helping anxious, stressed out, panicked, burnt out, and neurodivergent professionals, executives, parents, and university students answer, "What if it could be better?" and create lifechanging shifts towards a life more worth living is what I specialize in. To get there, we identify your capacities, blocks, and goals, build your self regulation & coping skills, and desensitize & process any stuck points. It's a mix of serious focus and clinical expertise and enjoyment in session - you can expect to feel safe and heard, to laugh and cry, to be challenged (just enough), and to leave with practical tools to use on your own.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
Constantly thinking to yourself, “What is wrong with me?” is exhausting. Maybe it shows up as anxiety, anger, loneliness, relationship struggles, difficulty getting things done, or the way you respond when life feels like too much. Maybe things look okay from the outside, but internally you feel confused by your reactions, your relationships, or the patterns you keep finding yourself in. Whatever it looks like, we can work together to understand what is getting in the way of living the life you want to live.
Constantly thinking to yourself, “What is wrong with me?” is exhausting. Maybe it shows up as anxiety, anger, loneliness, relationship struggles, difficulty getting things done, or the way you respond when life feels like too much. Maybe things look okay from the outside, but internally you feel confused by your reactions, your relationships, or the patterns you keep finding yourself in. Whatever it looks like, we can work together to understand what is getting in the way of living the life you want to live.
As a Registered Psychologist in both British Columbia and Alberta. I provide individual therapy for children, adolescents, and adults. I also provide parent counselling sessions. I have extensive experience working with adults, adolescents, children, and families in both acute care and community mental health settings in various mental health roles. I provide treatment for issues related to early childhood experiences, trauma, anxiety, anger, depression, emotion regulation difficulties, self-esteem, relationships, divorce and separation, parenting, and stress.
As a Registered Psychologist in both British Columbia and Alberta. I provide individual therapy for children, adolescents, and adults. I also provide parent counselling sessions. I have extensive experience working with adults, adolescents, children, and families in both acute care and community mental health settings in various mental health roles. I provide treatment for issues related to early childhood experiences, trauma, anxiety, anger, depression, emotion regulation difficulties, self-esteem, relationships, divorce and separation, parenting, and stress.
Are past experiences, trauma, or chronic stress leaving you feeling anxious, disconnected, or stuck? Do emotional triggers, relationship patterns, or overwhelming feelings interfere with your daily life? I help individuals heal from trauma, anxiety, and depression through a compassionate, trauma-informed approach that respects your pace and unique journey. I provide a safe, collaborative space to process difficult experiences, strengthen emotional regulation, and build resilience. Together, we’ll work toward healing, clarity, confidence, and reconnecting with yourself, helping you move forward with balance, insight, and empowerment
Are past experiences, trauma, or chronic stress leaving you feeling anxious, disconnected, or stuck? Do emotional triggers, relationship patterns, or overwhelming feelings interfere with your daily life? I help individuals heal from trauma, anxiety, and depression through a compassionate, trauma-informed approach that respects your pace and unique journey. I provide a safe, collaborative space to process difficult experiences, strengthen emotional regulation, and build resilience. Together, we’ll work toward healing, clarity, confidence, and reconnecting with yourself, helping you move forward with balance, insight, and empowerment
You’re smart, self-aware, and you’ve done your best but you are still feeling stuck. Maybe it’s anxious thoughts, panic attacks, or a trauma that won’t let go. Maybe you’re tired of repeating the same patterns in your relationships, or you’ve tried talk therapy before and didn’t get the results you hoped for. You want therapy that works, and therapy that’s effective, efficient, and grounded in neuroscience. You’re ready for real relief, and lasting change. That’s what my team and I offer.
You’re smart, self-aware, and you’ve done your best but you are still feeling stuck. Maybe it’s anxious thoughts, panic attacks, or a trauma that won’t let go. Maybe you’re tired of repeating the same patterns in your relationships, or you’ve tried talk therapy before and didn’t get the results you hoped for. You want therapy that works, and therapy that’s effective, efficient, and grounded in neuroscience. You’re ready for real relief, and lasting change. That’s what my team and I offer.
Yes, you can learn better ways to cope with life’s struggles, and yes, it’s possible to overcome trauma. Personally, I know what it's like to feel stuck, overwhelmed, and burnt out, wanting support but not knowing where to start or who to turn to. Anxiety, depression, addiction, chronic illness, PTSD, are all rooted in trauma. They're clear signs that it’s time for you to make changes but it’s hard to do it on your own, especially if you're neurodivergent. If you’re tired of trying to figure it out yourself then let me help you. Let's work together to help you develop healthier coping, process your trauma, and finally feel better.
Yes, you can learn better ways to cope with life’s struggles, and yes, it’s possible to overcome trauma. Personally, I know what it's like to feel stuck, overwhelmed, and burnt out, wanting support but not knowing where to start or who to turn to. Anxiety, depression, addiction, chronic illness, PTSD, are all rooted in trauma. They're clear signs that it’s time for you to make changes but it’s hard to do it on your own, especially if you're neurodivergent. If you’re tired of trying to figure it out yourself then let me help you. Let's work together to help you develop healthier coping, process your trauma, and finally feel better.
Are you overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in patterns that feel impossible to break? On the outside, you have been holding it together, but inside, you are exhausted and longing for relief. Please know that you are not alone.
At NorthView Counselling Inc., I provide a safe, compassionate space to help you slow down, make sense of your experiences, and create a plan to help you feel calmer, and more in control. Together, we will develop practical strategies to reduce stress, manage emotions, and move toward a more balanced, fulfilling life.
Are you overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in patterns that feel impossible to break? On the outside, you have been holding it together, but inside, you are exhausted and longing for relief. Please know that you are not alone.
At NorthView Counselling Inc., I provide a safe, compassionate space to help you slow down, make sense of your experiences, and create a plan to help you feel calmer, and more in control. Together, we will develop practical strategies to reduce stress, manage emotions, and move toward a more balanced, fulfilling life.
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Cognitive Processing (CPT) Counsellors
How does cognitive processing therapy work?
A CPT therapist helps a client evaluate their thoughts about the trauma they experienced, focusing on maladaptive or self-blaming thoughts that can exacerbate symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, or depression. The therapist will work with a client to help them learn to challenge such thoughts and consider different perspectives. The therapist is also likely to ask a client to work on these techniques at home between meetings, such as writing an account of their trauma that can be read aloud during a future session.
What is cognitive processing therapy for PTSD?
Cognitive processing therapy (CPT) is a form of cognitive-behavioural therapy primarily used in the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to treat individuals who experienced abuse or violence, who survived natural disasters, who were first responders to such incidents, or who otherwise experienced trauma.
How long does cognitive processing therapy last?
CPT is a short-term therapy. Whether conducted one-on-one or in a group, a complete set of CPT sessions typically includes 12 weekly sessions, along with tasks for clients to complete at home, although this can vary depending on a client’s needs or a therapist’s particular treatment plan. Sessions typically last 60 or 90 minutes.
How effective is cognitive processing therapy?
A large body of research supports the use of CPT to treat people experiencing PTSD, finding it to be effective among different age groups, either in one-on-one therapy sessions or in a group therapy environment. Research suggests that although the initial sessions may be difficult, clients tend to begin to feel positive progress after the first few sessions, and that the benefits tend to last well after the therapy ends.

