Marriage Counselling Therapists in New Westminster, BC
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.
I am a justice-oriented counsellor who believes in community care and collective liberation. I have lived experience as a queer trans woman, living with ADHD, and practicing polyamory, and I am well-suited to clients who are seeking a non-judgmental, affirming space where we can talk about difficult or taboo subjects comfortably and honestly.
I am a justice-oriented counsellor who believes in community care and collective liberation. I have lived experience as a queer trans woman, living with ADHD, and practicing polyamory, and I am well-suited to clients who are seeking a non-judgmental, affirming space where we can talk about difficult or taboo subjects comfortably and honestly.
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 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.
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.
We each go through difficult times in our lives and you deserve support, compassion, and understanding. I work with individuals and relationships to heal, grow, and thrive. I offer a non-judgmental, collaborative, and trauma-informed space for you to navigate life’s difficulties, cope with distress, and create well-being and change in ways that are important to you. Counselling is a space for you and your unique concerns and I work to meet you where you are at in both your strengths and challenges. You are the expert in your life and I'm here to offer support and resources for meeting your goals.
We each go through difficult times in our lives and you deserve support, compassion, and understanding. I work with individuals and relationships to heal, grow, and thrive. I offer a non-judgmental, collaborative, and trauma-informed space for you to navigate life’s difficulties, cope with distress, and create well-being and change in ways that are important to you. Counselling is a space for you and your unique concerns and I work to meet you where you are at in both your strengths and challenges. You are the expert in your life and I'm here to offer support and resources for meeting your goals.
My ideal client is anyone seeking support on their journey toward healing and growth. Reaching out for help takes tremendous courage, and I deeply honor that bravery. I work with clients who are ready to explore and receive the support they need, starting with a simple connection. From there, we can walk this path together.
My ideal client is anyone seeking support on their journey toward healing and growth. Reaching out for help takes tremendous courage, and I deeply honor that bravery. I work with clients who are ready to explore and receive the support they need, starting with a simple connection. From there, we can walk this path together.
Reaching out for therapy often starts with a quiet realization: something isn’t sitting right anymore. Maybe you’re carrying anxiety that won’t ease, stress that feels constant, trauma that still lingers, or patterns around mood, relationships, or substance use that feel hard to shift on your own. You might be used to managing it all yourself, but part of you knows you don’t have to. I aim to show up with steadiness, empathy, and genuine curiosity about your inner world. I strive to be fully present, to listen without judgment, and to create a space where you feel safe enough to be honest and vulnerable.
Reaching out for therapy often starts with a quiet realization: something isn’t sitting right anymore. Maybe you’re carrying anxiety that won’t ease, stress that feels constant, trauma that still lingers, or patterns around mood, relationships, or substance use that feel hard to shift on your own. You might be used to managing it all yourself, but part of you knows you don’t have to. I aim to show up with steadiness, empathy, and genuine curiosity about your inner world. I strive to be fully present, to listen without judgment, and to create a space where you feel safe enough to be honest and vulnerable.
People tend to feel more satisfied when their actions align with their values, their relationships are based on authenticity, and they are able to meaningfully participate in their communities. As you think about making changes in your life, you may feel stuck, unclear about your goals, overwhelmed by the journey, or affected by unresolved issues and past traumas. It is my goal to help you feel more hopeful, supported, and capable, as well as to provide you with the skills that can help you move forward with more clarity, confidence, and self-compassion.
People tend to feel more satisfied when their actions align with their values, their relationships are based on authenticity, and they are able to meaningfully participate in their communities. As you think about making changes in your life, you may feel stuck, unclear about your goals, overwhelmed by the journey, or affected by unresolved issues and past traumas. It is my goal to help you feel more hopeful, supported, and capable, as well as to provide you with the skills that can help you move forward with more clarity, confidence, and self-compassion.
I work with adults navigating stress, anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, and men’s issues. Many feel stuck or disconnected. I offer a steady, non-judgmental space to explore what’s happening and help you make sense of it so you can move forward with clarity and direction.
I work with adults navigating stress, anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, and men’s issues. Many feel stuck or disconnected. I offer a steady, non-judgmental space to explore what’s happening and help you make sense of it so you can move forward with clarity and 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.
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.
I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating exactly this: identity shifts, religious trauma, LGBTQ+ experiences, relationship strain, and major life transitions.
At some point, something shifted. Maybe a relationship you counted on started fracturing. Maybe the faith community or career that once defined you no longer fits. Maybe you're figuring out who you are or who you're allowed to be for the first time.
That kind of disorientation is exhausting. And it often comes with a particular loneliness, because the people around you don't always understand what you're going through.
I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating exactly this: identity shifts, religious trauma, LGBTQ+ experiences, relationship strain, and major life transitions.
At some point, something shifted. Maybe a relationship you counted on started fracturing. Maybe the faith community or career that once defined you no longer fits. Maybe you're figuring out who you are or who you're allowed to be for the first time.
That kind of disorientation is exhausting. And it often comes with a particular loneliness, because the people around you don't always understand what you're going through.
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.
With many years of experience providing counselling and teaching family therapy courses, I am professionally trained in relationship and family therapy. I offer Self Regulation Therapy, a strength based mind/body approach designed for healing trauma.
I am a Registered Psychologist, Registered Marriage and Family Therapist and an Approved Supervisor of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy.
With many years of experience providing counselling and teaching family therapy courses, I am professionally trained in relationship and family therapy. I offer Self Regulation Therapy, a strength based mind/body approach designed for healing trauma.
Our team of therapists creates a nonjudgmental space where we work with Children Individuals and couples.
It might look like you have it all together, but inside, you feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected. Maybe you're struggling in your relationships, putting everyone else first, or carrying the pressure of life. You might be neurodivergent, or a man who's never felt safe opening up, or someone from a cultural background where mental health wasn't openly talked about or a family where feelings were never spoken about.
Deep down, you want to feel more in control, more connected, and more like yourself. You’re not looking for surface-level advice—you want someone who gets it, who sees you beyond the roles you play.
Our team of therapists creates a nonjudgmental space where we work with Children Individuals and couples.
It might look like you have it all together, but inside, you feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected. Maybe you're struggling in your relationships, putting everyone else first, or carrying the pressure of life. You might be neurodivergent, or a man who's never felt safe opening up, or someone from a cultural background where mental health wasn't openly talked about or a family where feelings were never spoken about.
Deep down, you want to feel more in control, more connected, and more like yourself. You’re not looking for surface-level advice—you want someone who gets it, who sees you beyond the roles you play.
I provide counselling to adult individuals and couples to address a variety of issues that may be causing friction or creating barriers.
Every person is different. As are their needs in counselling. My priorities are safety and authenticity in the counselling relationship. Once we have become familiar, we then explore together to determine the best approaches to implement in your counselling journey. This may include CBT, ACT, Compassion Focused Therapy, CPT or EMDR among others.
I provide counselling to adult individuals and couples to address a variety of issues that may be causing friction or creating barriers.
Every person is different. As are their needs in counselling. My priorities are safety and authenticity in the counselling relationship. Once we have become familiar, we then explore together to determine the best approaches to implement in your counselling journey. This may include CBT, ACT, Compassion Focused Therapy, CPT or EMDR among others.
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!
Our bodies can be locked in an old protective pattern as a result of any time we were overwealmed in our lives. It need not have been a big event but can be any past conflict that has our unconscious minds still reacting to it rather than moving on in health and well being. Living in stress mode, there is no energy for joy, creativity or deep connection
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!
Our bodies can be locked in an old protective pattern as a result of any time we were overwealmed in our lives. It need not have been a big event but can be any past conflict that has our unconscious minds still reacting to it rather than moving on in health and well being. Living in stress mode, there is no energy for joy, creativity or deep connection
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.
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.
How I can help... You wish to heal from trauma or childhood wounds. You want to overcome anxiety, and resolve relationship and emotional issues. You seek to deepen connection with your beloved. Or your life is good, and you want to be more successful and increase abundance in all areas of your life! As a therapist and coach, let me guide you to achieve what's really important to you! With powerful EMDR therapy, hypnotherapy, Imago therapy and more, you can expect to experience deep healing and transformation in-person or online, in English or Vietnamese. Let us begin your powerful journey of freedom and happiness! Contact me TODAY!
How I can help... You wish to heal from trauma or childhood wounds. You want to overcome anxiety, and resolve relationship and emotional issues. You seek to deepen connection with your beloved. Or your life is good, and you want to be more successful and increase abundance in all areas of your life! As a therapist and coach, let me guide you to achieve what's really important to you! With powerful EMDR therapy, hypnotherapy, Imago therapy and more, you can expect to experience deep healing and transformation in-person or online, in English or Vietnamese. Let us begin your powerful journey of freedom and happiness! Contact me TODAY!
I bring a lot of life experience to the table, married for over 15 years and have 4 young children.
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 bring a lot of life experience to the table, married for over 15 years and have 4 young children.
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.
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Marriage Counselling Counsellors
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.