LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in New Westminster, BC
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.
My name is Christina, and I am a Registered Counsellor with the CPCA. I work with people who may have experienced trauma or life challenges. This could include anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, or vicarious trauma from working in the first responder world. I will work alongside you to help navigate and support you during these and many other roadblocks that may be in your way. This process is collaborative and unique to each individual. I draw from many modalities ensuring a holistic approach for each client.
My name is Christina, and I am a Registered Counsellor with the CPCA. I work with people who may have experienced trauma or life challenges. This could include anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, or vicarious trauma from working in the first responder world. I will work alongside you to help navigate and support you during these and many other roadblocks that may be in your way. This process is collaborative and unique to each individual. I draw from many modalities ensuring a holistic approach for each client.
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.
Hi, my name is Makita and I’m happy to see you chose to visit my page. I work with young adults, adults, and couples, who are interested in learning to cope with life’s challenges. This includes anxiety, stress, depression, relationship issues, anger, feeling overwhelmed or burnt out. My clients are looking for and need a supportive therapist who can sit with them during their lowest points, be bold and honest with them during their denials and can offer practical tools they can utilize outside of the therapy room. Their goal is to feel better because they want better for themselves and their situations.
Hi, my name is Makita and I’m happy to see you chose to visit my page. I work with young adults, adults, and couples, who are interested in learning to cope with life’s challenges. This includes anxiety, stress, depression, relationship issues, anger, feeling overwhelmed or burnt out. My clients are looking for and need a supportive therapist who can sit with them during their lowest points, be bold and honest with them during their denials and can offer practical tools they can utilize outside of the therapy room. Their goal is to feel better because they want better for themselves and their situations.
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.
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.
I have been helping people work through trauma and tough life situations for over 30 years. Sometimes, it is just about finding the right connection to the right person to move your life forward. I believe every client has a unique story that is their own and so I will work to determine what therapy plan would work best for you. There are no generic treatment plans. You are the expert on you. Together, we will work to find your pathway to healing and how to turn life back on again if it feels like it's been turned off.
I have been helping people work through trauma and tough life situations for over 30 years. Sometimes, it is just about finding the right connection to the right person to move your life forward. I believe every client has a unique story that is their own and so I will work to determine what therapy plan would work best for you. There are no generic treatment plans. You are the expert on you. Together, we will work to find your pathway to healing and how to turn life back on again if it feels like it's been turned off.
Shira is a compassionate and dedicated therapist who utilizes a strength-based approach to support individuals in creating positive change and growth. With a deep understanding of the challenges life presents, she offers a safe and nonjudgmental environment for clients to explore their concerns. She is informed by her work for the last two decades as a community organizer and educator of youth and adults of all ages. Shira incorporates elements of solution-focused, mindfulness-based, and trauma-informed therapeutic modalities.
Shira is a compassionate and dedicated therapist who utilizes a strength-based approach to support individuals in creating positive change and growth. With a deep understanding of the challenges life presents, she offers a safe and nonjudgmental environment for clients to explore their concerns. She is informed by her work for the last two decades as a community organizer and educator of youth and adults of all ages. Shira incorporates elements of solution-focused, mindfulness-based, and trauma-informed therapeutic modalities.
My clients want relief from emotional pain and guidance on their journey toward self-improvement. They may have tried self-help strategies, or perhaps even other therapists, but they’re still looking for something deeper and more effective. They want to work with someone who has life experience that truly understands them, someone who can see past surface-level issues and help uncover the deeper, root causes of their struggles. They are motivated by a desire to live authentically, experience healthier relationships, and break free from negative cycles that have held them back in the past.
My clients want relief from emotional pain and guidance on their journey toward self-improvement. They may have tried self-help strategies, or perhaps even other therapists, but they’re still looking for something deeper and more effective. They want to work with someone who has life experience that truly understands them, someone who can see past surface-level issues and help uncover the deeper, root causes of their struggles. They are motivated by a desire to live authentically, experience healthier relationships, and break free from negative cycles that have held them back in the past.
Hi! I'm so happy you're here. My name is Mia, and I am a registered social worker, as well as a certified clinical trauma professional with a career focus on counselling and therapy.
Hi! I'm so happy you're here. My name is Mia, and I am a registered social worker, as well as a certified clinical trauma professional with a career focus on counselling and therapy.
Challenges are inevitable in this life, but they can be managed with the help of family, friends or sometimes professionals. My life mission is to be of service to people who are suffering. I strive to create a counselling space in which my clients feel at ease with being able to share their stories. I truly believe in the possibility of people being able to move through their pain, in order to live happier and healthier lives.
Challenges are inevitable in this life, but they can be managed with the help of family, friends or sometimes professionals. My life mission is to be of service to people who are suffering. I strive to create a counselling space in which my clients feel at ease with being able to share their stories. I truly believe in the possibility of people being able to move through their pain, in order to live happier and healthier lives.
I offer an approach to counselling based on authenticity, genuine care and respect. I work with my clients collaboratively and non-judgmentally, using an approach built on attachment and trauma informed therapy. I offer short-term and in depth counselling to address issues that make people/parents/children/youth feel stuck, ashamed, confused, guilty, depressed, worried, afraid or just curious and that might be preventing them from reaching a sense of fulfilment, self-efficacy & control in their lives.
I offer an approach to counselling based on authenticity, genuine care and respect. I work with my clients collaboratively and non-judgmentally, using an approach built on attachment and trauma informed therapy. I offer short-term and in depth counselling to address issues that make people/parents/children/youth feel stuck, ashamed, confused, guilty, depressed, worried, afraid or just curious and that might be preventing them from reaching a sense of fulfilment, self-efficacy & control in their lives.
i offer steady, non-pathologizing support for queer folks, trauma survivors, and neurodivergent souls who've been told they're too much, too sensitive, too confusing
if your emotions feel like tidal waves, rising fast, crashing hard, and leaving wreckage in their wake, i’m here to support you.
if you’ve ever been told you’re too sensitive, too reactive, too much… you’ve probably learned to brace yourself against your own heart. i help people like you come home to it instead.
i’m built for big feelings. yours won’t scare me. whether you’re melting down, shutting off, or swinging from one storm to the next, i know the terrain. i don’t just tolerate emotional intensity i understand it from the inside out, and i help people learn to live with it, not against it.
i offer steady, non-pathologizing support for queer folks, trauma survivors, and neurodivergent souls who've been told they're too much, too sensitive, too confusing
if your emotions feel like tidal waves, rising fast, crashing hard, and leaving wreckage in their wake, i’m here to support you.
if you’ve ever been told you’re too sensitive, too reactive, too much… you’ve probably learned to brace yourself against your own heart. i help people like you come home to it instead.
i’m built for big feelings. yours won’t scare me. whether you’re melting down, shutting off, or swinging from one storm to the next, i know the terrain. i don’t just tolerate emotional intensity i understand it from the inside out, and i help people learn to live with it, not against it.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Are you tired of the cycle? Overgiving. Anxious attachment. Choosing men who never fully show up.
As a relationship coach and dating coach, I work with women at every stage of their dating journey. Together we do the inner work first, then build a real dating strategy on top. That means understanding your patterns, raising your standards, and learning to move through the modern dating landscape with intention instead of hope.
You deserve a love life that finally feels right. Let's build it together.
Are you tired of the cycle? Overgiving. Anxious attachment. Choosing men who never fully show up.
As a relationship coach and dating coach, I work with women at every stage of their dating journey. Together we do the inner work first, then build a real dating strategy on top. That means understanding your patterns, raising your standards, and learning to move through the modern dating landscape with intention instead of hope.
You deserve a love life that finally feels right. Let's build it together.
We are a group of experienced counsellors dedicated to supporting our clients to live a life that matters to them. We understand that many people seek counselling during a difficult time or in the midst of a crisis. We’re here for you. Giving you a safe space to understand, explore and make the changes that feel right to you.
We are a group of experienced counsellors dedicated to supporting our clients to live a life that matters to them. We understand that many people seek counselling during a difficult time or in the midst of a crisis. We’re here for you. Giving you a safe space to understand, explore and make the changes that feel right to you.
Are you are feeling like you need some guidance or direction? Are you feeling like what is happening in your life is overwhelming? Do you feel like you want to address experiences you have had that keep affecting you? If so, reach out to the counsellors at Suvaya. Swetha, Shaz, and Fatima are looking forward to hearing from you and exploring how we can help!
Are you are feeling like you need some guidance or direction? Are you feeling like what is happening in your life is overwhelming? Do you feel like you want to address experiences you have had that keep affecting you? If so, reach out to the counsellors at Suvaya. Swetha, Shaz, and Fatima are looking forward to hearing from you and exploring how we can help!
The major themes that Baneh covers with clients include but are not limited to: romantic and platonic relationships, relationship with self/ low self-esteem, sexuality ( LGBTQIA+ and kink positive), and immigrant/cultural identity.
Baneh utilizes humanistic talk therapy as well as experiential therapy formats (drama therapy and creative art). Collaboration is most important. That means that Baneh will always ask what works for your schedule, and what aligns with your personal preferences.
The major themes that Baneh covers with clients include but are not limited to: romantic and platonic relationships, relationship with self/ low self-esteem, sexuality ( LGBTQIA+ and kink positive), and immigrant/cultural identity.
Baneh utilizes humanistic talk therapy as well as experiential therapy formats (drama therapy and creative art). Collaboration is most important. That means that Baneh will always ask what works for your schedule, and what aligns with your personal preferences.
Do you often feel overwhelmed, stuck in recurring relational patterns, or like you are carrying more emotional responsibility in your relationships than you would like?
On the outside, do you function well, while internally feeling anxious, self-critical, or disconnected from yourself?
With over 20 years of prior experience as a psychologist in Brazil, I support adults navigating anxiety, trauma, self-esteem challenges, relationship difficulties, and life transitions, including experiences of loss and change.
Do you often feel overwhelmed, stuck in recurring relational patterns, or like you are carrying more emotional responsibility in your relationships than you would like?
On the outside, do you function well, while internally feeling anxious, self-critical, or disconnected from yourself?
With over 20 years of prior experience as a psychologist in Brazil, I support adults navigating anxiety, trauma, self-esteem challenges, relationship difficulties, and life transitions, including experiences of loss and change.
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