Marriage Counselling Therapists in New Westminster, BC
Olá! I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) in British Columbia with a doctoral degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy, and I previously worked as a psychologist in Brazil. With over 23 years of clinical experience, I support clients experiencing anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship challenges, and major life transitions such as immigration, separation, career changes, and midlife crises. As an immigrant myself, I understand how important it is to feel seen, culturally understood, and supported by a sense of belonging in the healing process.
Olá! I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) in British Columbia with a doctoral degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy, and I previously worked as a psychologist in Brazil. With over 23 years of clinical experience, I support clients experiencing anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship challenges, and major life transitions such as immigration, separation, career changes, and midlife crises. As an immigrant myself, I understand how important it is to feel seen, culturally understood, and supported by a sense of belonging in the healing process.
Anxiety, worry, depression, or stress can prevent us from enjoying the life we desire. What we think and feel can shape our reality, how we navigate the world, and also influence how others respond to us. This is because our thoughts, emotions, and behaviours are all connected and are constantly creating feedback loops – both positive and negative. Sometimes life throws unexpected curveballs that trigger a downward spiral that (at the time) can feel impossible to recover from. Although difficult events can be destabilizing, confusing, and painful they can also offer us the greatest opportunity for growth.
Anxiety, worry, depression, or stress can prevent us from enjoying the life we desire. What we think and feel can shape our reality, how we navigate the world, and also influence how others respond to us. This is because our thoughts, emotions, and behaviours are all connected and are constantly creating feedback loops – both positive and negative. Sometimes life throws unexpected curveballs that trigger a downward spiral that (at the time) can feel impossible to recover from. Although difficult events can be destabilizing, confusing, and painful they can also offer us the greatest opportunity for growth.
This covers everything from childhood trauma/abuse to parenting to addiction to marriage to military issues.
Most of us are yearning for more out of life and our relationships. We yearn for more freedom, more choice, more love, more adventure, more willingness to risk, more contribution, more peace, more belonging. Clients say that as a result of seeing me for therapy, they experience themselves as having a renewed sense of purpose, direction, more freedom, peace, energy, vitality and a stronger connection to their own life force. I am unique from others in my field because I have devoted my life to learning how to help my clients actually transform what is holding them back rather than just talking about it.
This covers everything from childhood trauma/abuse to parenting to addiction to marriage to military issues.
Most of us are yearning for more out of life and our relationships. We yearn for more freedom, more choice, more love, more adventure, more willingness to risk, more contribution, more peace, more belonging. Clients say that as a result of seeing me for therapy, they experience themselves as having a renewed sense of purpose, direction, more freedom, peace, energy, vitality and a stronger connection to their own life force. I am unique from others in my field because I have devoted my life to learning how to help my clients actually transform what is holding them back rather than just talking about it.
With over a decade of experience, I work with individuals, couples, and families using a trauma-informed, body-aware approach.
Life can feel heavy sometimes—especially when anxiety, grief, trauma, or change pile up all at once. You don’t have to figure it out alone. In our work together, we’ll take things one step at a time, gently tuning into what your body is trying to tell you. We’ll explore what’s beneath the surface, build practical ways to cope, and move at a pace that feels safe for you. Think of me as someone walking beside you as you find your footing again and reconnect with a sense of ease and belonging within yourself.
With over a decade of experience, I work with individuals, couples, and families using a trauma-informed, body-aware approach.
Life can feel heavy sometimes—especially when anxiety, grief, trauma, or change pile up all at once. You don’t have to figure it out alone. In our work together, we’ll take things one step at a time, gently tuning into what your body is trying to tell you. We’ll explore what’s beneath the surface, build practical ways to cope, and move at a pace that feels safe for you. Think of me as someone walking beside you as you find your footing again and reconnect with a sense of ease and belonging within yourself.
It is an honour and privilege to walk alongside people as they navigate times when they may feel pain, confusion, or stuckness. I bring the values of acceptance, a safe space, and a collaborative process to the sacred counselling space, helping clients understand their distress while strengthening their sense of self and fostering healthier relationships. I also value celebrating my clients' triumphs as they work towards becoming the person they aspire to be.
It is an honour and privilege to walk alongside people as they navigate times when they may feel pain, confusion, or stuckness. I bring the values of acceptance, a safe space, and a collaborative process to the sacred counselling space, helping clients understand their distress while strengthening their sense of self and fostering healthier relationships. I also value celebrating my clients' triumphs as they work towards becoming the person they aspire to be.
As an experienced couples counsellor, I also specialize in helping partners break old relationship patterns to truly connect.
I believe there isn't a one size fits all approach to therapy, which is why I offer Trauma-informed, holistic, and specialized care for your unique experiences. For individuals, I integrate Narrative Therapy, ACT, and DBT. As an couples counsellor, I integrate Gottman Method and Relational Life Therapy for meaningful relationship changes.
As an experienced couples counsellor, I also specialize in helping partners break old relationship patterns to truly connect.
I believe there isn't a one size fits all approach to therapy, which is why I offer Trauma-informed, holistic, and specialized care for your unique experiences. For individuals, I integrate Narrative Therapy, ACT, and DBT. As an couples counsellor, I integrate Gottman Method and Relational Life Therapy for meaningful relationship changes.
Struggling with grief, relationship challenges, or deep-rooted childhood trauma? I provide a safe, confidential space to heal and move forward. As a trauma-informed therapist specializing in grief counselling, somatic EMDR therapy and hypnotherapy, I help clients release stored trauma, uncover subconscious patterns and break free from emotional stuckness. Together, we'll navigate your pain with compassion, reconnect with your inner self, and create meaningful change. You don't have to do this alone, reach out to start your healing journey today. Reach out, it's free for 15 minutes
Struggling with grief, relationship challenges, or deep-rooted childhood trauma? I provide a safe, confidential space to heal and move forward. As a trauma-informed therapist specializing in grief counselling, somatic EMDR therapy and hypnotherapy, I help clients release stored trauma, uncover subconscious patterns and break free from emotional stuckness. Together, we'll navigate your pain with compassion, reconnect with your inner self, and create meaningful change. You don't have to do this alone, reach out to start your healing journey today. Reach out, it's free for 15 minutes
I have experience addressing a wide range of issues that bring people to counselling, such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship difficulties. I create a warm and genuine relationship with people that allows them to feel safe to explore the challenges they are facing. I aim to provide a comfortable and non-judgmental space where people can work with me to identify the issues that are causing them distress and explore solutions to these problems.
I have experience addressing a wide range of issues that bring people to counselling, such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship difficulties. I create a warm and genuine relationship with people that allows them to feel safe to explore the challenges they are facing. I aim to provide a comfortable and non-judgmental space where people can work with me to identify the issues that are causing them distress and explore solutions to these problems.
Have you been feeling sad? Anxious? Been laid off or burnt out at work? Feeling addicted to something? Or having trouble managing your relationship? Let my wisdom help you find the balance between your personal goals, physical health, and relationships. I will help you build resilience, gain clarity in your purpose, and develop healthier relationships. No matter what difficulties you encounter, let me be your collaborator, confidant and guide.
Have you been feeling sad? Anxious? Been laid off or burnt out at work? Feeling addicted to something? Or having trouble managing your relationship? Let my wisdom help you find the balance between your personal goals, physical health, and relationships. I will help you build resilience, gain clarity in your purpose, and develop healthier relationships. No matter what difficulties you encounter, let me be your collaborator, confidant and guide.
Whether you are navigating conflict with a partner, struggling with family dynamics, anxiety, cultural identity struggles, feeling the effects of past trauma or simply feeling lost within yourself, this is a space to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what matters most to you.
I help individuals, couples, and families explore patterns, improve communication, build stronger emotional connections. Drawing from EFT, narrative therapy, CBT, and culturally responsive approaches, I offer compassionate and collaborative space where you can feel safe to explore difficult emotions, navigate conflict, identity, and life transitions.
Whether you are navigating conflict with a partner, struggling with family dynamics, anxiety, cultural identity struggles, feeling the effects of past trauma or simply feeling lost within yourself, this is a space to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what matters most to you.
I help individuals, couples, and families explore patterns, improve communication, build stronger emotional connections. Drawing from EFT, narrative therapy, CBT, and culturally responsive approaches, I offer compassionate and collaborative space where you can feel safe to explore difficult emotions, navigate conflict, identity, and life transitions.
Are you sick of waking up to another day of pain? Tired of trying to explain spoon theory to people committed to misunderstanding you? Are you stuck in executive dysfunction or the overwhelm that comes with neurodivergence? Maybe you've been dismissed by the very professionals meant to help you? I specialize in supporting clients who are neurodivergent and/or living with chronic pain. Using my own lived experience, and drawing upon the principles of ACT, IFS and Somatic Experiencing. I help clients find new and meaningful ways to navigate life with pain and/or neurodivergence.
Are you sick of waking up to another day of pain? Tired of trying to explain spoon theory to people committed to misunderstanding you? Are you stuck in executive dysfunction or the overwhelm that comes with neurodivergence? Maybe you've been dismissed by the very professionals meant to help you? I specialize in supporting clients who are neurodivergent and/or living with chronic pain. Using my own lived experience, and drawing upon the principles of ACT, IFS and Somatic Experiencing. I help clients find new and meaningful ways to navigate life with pain and/or neurodivergence.
I support you in resolving conflict, heal trauma and move to a place where you both feel you have each other's back and easily remember that your partner is your lover
These are unique and challenging times. We are faced with very real stressors that can trigger lots of anxiety. What is happening right now can also activate past trauma. Financial concerns, health concerns, worrying about loved ones, having to adjust to living with each other...it can bring out the best and the worst of us. If you have already been struggling with disconnect, unresolved conflict and hurt, or unhealthy ways of coping, now is the time to reach out. I have a very compassionate yet practical approach and focus on providing you with tools that will enable you to make positive life and love changes
I support you in resolving conflict, heal trauma and move to a place where you both feel you have each other's back and easily remember that your partner is your lover
These are unique and challenging times. We are faced with very real stressors that can trigger lots of anxiety. What is happening right now can also activate past trauma. Financial concerns, health concerns, worrying about loved ones, having to adjust to living with each other...it can bring out the best and the worst of us. If you have already been struggling with disconnect, unresolved conflict and hurt, or unhealthy ways of coping, now is the time to reach out. I have a very compassionate yet practical approach and focus on providing you with tools that will enable you to make positive life and love changes
Meet Angella Cottreau, a professional Registered Clinical Counsellor specializing in stress-related issues such as anxiety, anger, depression, Borderline Personality Disorder, relationship issues and couples counselling.
With 20 years of owning a business, 30 years of marriage, and 2 kids, Angella understands the pressure and stress that come with everyday life. Utilizing a combination of Family Systems Theory, experiential techniques, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Theory, and Hakomi.
Meet Angella Cottreau, a professional Registered Clinical Counsellor specializing in stress-related issues such as anxiety, anger, depression, Borderline Personality Disorder, relationship issues and couples counselling.
With 20 years of owning a business, 30 years of marriage, and 2 kids, Angella understands the pressure and stress that come with everyday life. Utilizing a combination of Family Systems Theory, experiential techniques, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Theory, and Hakomi.
Many people with anxiety don’t look anxious at all. You may appear calm, capable, and high-functioning on the outside while internally feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, stuck in overthinking, or unable to fully relax. I help adults experiencing anxiety, burnout, stress, and trauma. You might notice you can't shut off your racing thoughts, perfectionism, and nervous system overwhelm. Let's get you to better understand yourself, feel more emotionally grounded, and create lasting change.
Many people with anxiety don’t look anxious at all. You may appear calm, capable, and high-functioning on the outside while internally feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, stuck in overthinking, or unable to fully relax. I help adults experiencing anxiety, burnout, stress, and trauma. You might notice you can't shut off your racing thoughts, perfectionism, and nervous system overwhelm. Let's get you to better understand yourself, feel more emotionally grounded, and create lasting change.
I work with adults, couples, and children experiencing anxiety, low mood, emotional overwhelm, relationship challenges, and life transitions, using collaborative and play-based approaches.
You may be coming to therapy feeling anxious, emotionally overwhelmed, low in mood, or uncertain about a relationship or life transition. Perhaps you are tired of holding everything together, unsure how to make sense of what you feel, or longing to be understood without having to explain yourself perfectly. You want relief, clarity, and a space where you can slow down and feel supported.
I work with adults, couples, and children experiencing anxiety, low mood, emotional overwhelm, relationship challenges, and life transitions, using collaborative and play-based approaches.
You may be coming to therapy feeling anxious, emotionally overwhelmed, low in mood, or uncertain about a relationship or life transition. Perhaps you are tired of holding everything together, unsure how to make sense of what you feel, or longing to be understood without having to explain yourself perfectly. You want relief, clarity, and a space where you can slow down and feel supported.
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.
Hi my name is Golda. I am so pleased you have decided to take the steps towards your healing journey. The good news is that you do not have to do this alone. Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, challenging relationships, disconnection or loss of a sense of self that affects your day-to-day life, relationships, ability to function in your home, work or school. Do you feel stressed and overwhelmed by just getting through the day, the thought that thereʼs no light at the end of the tunnel? Do you wonder and hope that life could be better?
Hi my name is Golda. I am so pleased you have decided to take the steps towards your healing journey. The good news is that you do not have to do this alone. Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, challenging relationships, disconnection or loss of a sense of self that affects your day-to-day life, relationships, ability to function in your home, work or school. Do you feel stressed and overwhelmed by just getting through the day, the thought that thereʼs no light at the end of the tunnel? Do you wonder and hope that life could be better?
Do you feel overwhelmed emotionally or stressed? Are you feeling anxious and confused? Are you unsure or hopeless? Does life seem unfair? Do you feel life ought to be more but just do not seem to know how to crank that up? Do your life’s experiences keep you down? It may surprise you that these human situations are more common than you think. You have taken the first bold step in looking inward and outward. What do you see? I see your “will”! Where there is a will, there is always a way. Seeking counseling can be a daunting decision for most people! However, it need not be. I look forward to working with you on your journey.
Do you feel overwhelmed emotionally or stressed? Are you feeling anxious and confused? Are you unsure or hopeless? Does life seem unfair? Do you feel life ought to be more but just do not seem to know how to crank that up? Do your life’s experiences keep you down? It may surprise you that these human situations are more common than you think. You have taken the first bold step in looking inward and outward. What do you see? I see your “will”! Where there is a will, there is always a way. Seeking counseling can be a daunting decision for most people! However, it need not be. I look forward to working with you on your journey.
Erin Davidson, Sex & Relationship Therapist
Counsellor, MA, RCC
5 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I bring to the work specialized training in sex therapy and couples therapy.
We are all deserving and capable of enjoying fulfilling romantic and sexual relationships. Connection is the key to a life lived full. Connection to yourself first and foremost— awareness of your emotions, body sensations, values, and needs. Believing fully in your inherent worth, flaws and all. Connecting to others through a practice of empathy, vulnerability, and reliability is how we create strong relationships to our loved ones and the world around us.
I bring to the work specialized training in sex therapy and couples therapy.
We are all deserving and capable of enjoying fulfilling romantic and sexual relationships. Connection is the key to a life lived full. Connection to yourself first and foremost— awareness of your emotions, body sensations, values, and needs. Believing fully in your inherent worth, flaws and all. Connecting to others through a practice of empathy, vulnerability, and reliability is how we create strong relationships to our loved ones and the world around us.
I work with individuals who struggle to feel safe in their human experience. You may feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or caught in patterns that no longer serve you. You might be navigating trauma, complex relationships, identity transitions, burnout, chronic stress, chronic illness, or addiction. Certain beliefs, sensations, or past experiences may tether you to pain or disconnection. You are seeking relief, clarity, and greater choice, and want healing that supports liberation, restores connection, and allows you to live with more agency and ease.
I work with individuals who struggle to feel safe in their human experience. You may feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or caught in patterns that no longer serve you. You might be navigating trauma, complex relationships, identity transitions, burnout, chronic stress, chronic illness, or addiction. Certain beliefs, sensations, or past experiences may tether you to pain or disconnection. You are seeking relief, clarity, and greater choice, and want healing that supports liberation, restores connection, and allows you to live with more agency and ease.
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