Canada Life | Great-West Life Therapists in North Vancouver, BC
Life’s challenges can be difficult to cope with. We all feel stuck at some point in our lives and need support. Stress can leave you drained, anxious, ruminating and wondering how to move forward. Life-transition(s) can be challenging and overwhelming whether it be moving to a new place, changes in a significant relationship, or the loss of a loved one. You are not alone. Thank you for taking a step to look into therapy. In doing so you are taking an active part in your healing, courageously reaching for what you would like to have in your life. I will support you with building awareness and increasing resiliency.
Life’s challenges can be difficult to cope with. We all feel stuck at some point in our lives and need support. Stress can leave you drained, anxious, ruminating and wondering how to move forward. Life-transition(s) can be challenging and overwhelming whether it be moving to a new place, changes in a significant relationship, or the loss of a loved one. You are not alone. Thank you for taking a step to look into therapy. In doing so you are taking an active part in your healing, courageously reaching for what you would like to have in your life. I will support you with building awareness and increasing resiliency.
I work with adults, teens, parents, and young men facing anxiety, ADHD, autism, relationship challenges, life transitions, and other concerns that can leave life feeling overwhelming or stuck. Together, we build on your strengths and approach therapy as a collaborative, creative process, developing practical tools while intentionally creating a life that reflects who you are.
I work with adults, teens, parents, and young men facing anxiety, ADHD, autism, relationship challenges, life transitions, and other concerns that can leave life feeling overwhelming or stuck. Together, we build on your strengths and approach therapy as a collaborative, creative process, developing practical tools while intentionally creating a life that reflects who you are.
You may appear capable and successful, yet privately feel anxious, overwhelmed or unsure of yourself. Perhaps you are struggling with persistent worry, depression, a difficult relationship, workplace stress, or the effects of narcissistic or emotional abuse. I work with adults who want practical support, greater clarity and lasting change. Together, we identify unhelpful patterns, strengthen coping skills, rebuild self-trust and develop healthier boundaries so you can move forward with greater confidence.
You may appear capable and successful, yet privately feel anxious, overwhelmed or unsure of yourself. Perhaps you are struggling with persistent worry, depression, a difficult relationship, workplace stress, or the effects of narcissistic or emotional abuse. I work with adults who want practical support, greater clarity and lasting change. Together, we identify unhelpful patterns, strengthen coping skills, rebuild self-trust and develop healthier boundaries so you can move forward with greater confidence.
Over the course of over 35 years of working in the field of psychiatry I have seen stress levels reach epidemic proportions. My program teaches scientific and evidence based techniques to reset stress and anxiety. The effective skills I share with you teach you how to make shifts in your heart, brain, and nervous system, and develop a relaxed state of well-being. You will learn how to reduce stress and overwhelm and improve your physical health with simple techniques that rewire your mind for happiness.
Over the course of over 35 years of working in the field of psychiatry I have seen stress levels reach epidemic proportions. My program teaches scientific and evidence based techniques to reset stress and anxiety. The effective skills I share with you teach you how to make shifts in your heart, brain, and nervous system, and develop a relaxed state of well-being. You will learn how to reduce stress and overwhelm and improve your physical health with simple techniques that rewire your mind for happiness.
If grief feels too heavy, anxiety is getting in the way of your day to day living, or negative experiences continue to shape how you move through life, you don't have to face this alone. Even considering reaching out speaks to your strength, desire, and readiness for something different. I understand how much courage it takes to consider change when you're feeling overwhelmed, tired, or unsure. I offer genuine and compassionate support where you can speak openly, be heard, understood, and begin to feel more like yourself again.
If grief feels too heavy, anxiety is getting in the way of your day to day living, or negative experiences continue to shape how you move through life, you don't have to face this alone. Even considering reaching out speaks to your strength, desire, and readiness for something different. I understand how much courage it takes to consider change when you're feeling overwhelmed, tired, or unsure. I offer genuine and compassionate support where you can speak openly, be heard, understood, and begin to feel more like yourself again.
Have you had a negative experience in therapy before—one that left you feeling unheard, misunderstood, or even more confused? You’re not alone. I work with individuals who may feel hesitant about returning to counselling but still long for change. Whether you’re struggling with the impact of a difficult childhood, unresolved trauma, grief, parental conflict, or simply feeling stuck or disconnected, I offer a space that is gentle, attuned, and deeply respectful of your pace and story.
Have you had a negative experience in therapy before—one that left you feeling unheard, misunderstood, or even more confused? You’re not alone. I work with individuals who may feel hesitant about returning to counselling but still long for change. Whether you’re struggling with the impact of a difficult childhood, unresolved trauma, grief, parental conflict, or simply feeling stuck or disconnected, I offer a space that is gentle, attuned, and deeply respectful of your pace and story.
I work with individuals experiencing trauma, PTSD, CPTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, and significant life transitions. My approach integrates somatic therapy, breathwork, and nervous-system regulation with traditional talk therapy to support both emotional and body-based healing.
I work with individuals experiencing trauma, PTSD, CPTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, and significant life transitions. My approach integrates somatic therapy, breathwork, and nervous-system regulation with traditional talk therapy to support both emotional and body-based healing.
Peggy Clarkson Art Therapy and Consulting Services
Counsellor, MA, ATR, RCC-ACS
1 Endorsed
North Vancouver, BC V7P
Peggy is a critical incident stress debriefing (CISD) specialist. She is a registered art therapist, clinical supervisor, and clinical counsellor. Peggy works in Aboriginal health and has lived and worked rural, remote and on-reserve. She is currently on the faculty of 3 post graduate schools. Her work is influenced by ecopsychology, feminist, strengths-based, trauma-informed, approaches to wellness and healing. Peggy specializes with women, children, youth, adults and families. Peggy strives to reflect cultural-relational competency and honor diversity in leadership, project development, therapy and clinical supervisory capacities.
Peggy is a critical incident stress debriefing (CISD) specialist. She is a registered art therapist, clinical supervisor, and clinical counsellor. Peggy works in Aboriginal health and has lived and worked rural, remote and on-reserve. She is currently on the faculty of 3 post graduate schools. Her work is influenced by ecopsychology, feminist, strengths-based, trauma-informed, approaches to wellness and healing. Peggy specializes with women, children, youth, adults and families. Peggy strives to reflect cultural-relational competency and honor diversity in leadership, project development, therapy and clinical supervisory capacities.
No two experiences of trauma or grief are the same. You may feel as though life will never feel right again, or that the pain you’re carrying will never ease. You might even wonder how to get through the day when you’re struggling just to breathe.
Many of my clients come to therapy seeking understanding — to make sense of what has happened, to be truly heard, and to find a safe space to gently explore new ways of living. Drawing on my broad and deep professional experience, I work alongside clients like you who are searching for hope and reassurance that, in time, life can get better.
No two experiences of trauma or grief are the same. You may feel as though life will never feel right again, or that the pain you’re carrying will never ease. You might even wonder how to get through the day when you’re struggling just to breathe.
Many of my clients come to therapy seeking understanding — to make sense of what has happened, to be truly heard, and to find a safe space to gently explore new ways of living. Drawing on my broad and deep professional experience, I work alongside clients like you who are searching for hope and reassurance that, in time, life can get better.
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.
I provide virtual therapy across BC for adults experiencing anxiety, burnout, relationship stress, low self-esteem, and major life transitions. Through goal-oriented counselling, I use evidence-based CBT, DBT, and Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients develop practical coping skills and make meaningful progress through brief therapy or longer-term support. I have a particular interest in men's mental health, helping men manage stress, improve relationships, navigate life transitions like preparing for parenthood, and create lasting change.
I provide virtual therapy across BC for adults experiencing anxiety, burnout, relationship stress, low self-esteem, and major life transitions. Through goal-oriented counselling, I use evidence-based CBT, DBT, and Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients develop practical coping skills and make meaningful progress through brief therapy or longer-term support. I have a particular interest in men's mental health, helping men manage stress, improve relationships, navigate life transitions like preparing for parenthood, and create lasting change.
I help people to heal from trauma, anxiety, and depression so they can live with more ease, clarity, and confidence. Using EMDR, CBT, and mindfulness-based approaches, I support clients in moving beyond painful patterns.
Together, we work to transform emotional wounds into resilience and self-trust. My goal is to help you feel safe, seen, and empowered on your path to lasting change.
I offer a compassionate and practical approach grounded in evidence-based methods. Whether you are struggling with disturbing past experiences, overwhelming emotions, or a sense of being stuck, I provide tools and insights to help you move forward.
I help people to heal from trauma, anxiety, and depression so they can live with more ease, clarity, and confidence. Using EMDR, CBT, and mindfulness-based approaches, I support clients in moving beyond painful patterns.
Together, we work to transform emotional wounds into resilience and self-trust. My goal is to help you feel safe, seen, and empowered on your path to lasting change.
I offer a compassionate and practical approach grounded in evidence-based methods. Whether you are struggling with disturbing past experiences, overwhelming emotions, or a sense of being stuck, I provide tools and insights to help you move forward.
You have carried so much, for so long. Trauma, invisibility, exhaustion from being misunderstood — yet still, your heart hopes for more. You long to be met without needing to explain, to be witnessed in your truth without shrinking.
At Healing Spaces, we honour that ache. Your story, your survival, and your dreams for belonging are not too much. Here, you are seen, believed, and held with reverence.
Free downloads and free monthly workshops on our website: www.healingspaces.center
You have carried so much, for so long. Trauma, invisibility, exhaustion from being misunderstood — yet still, your heart hopes for more. You long to be met without needing to explain, to be witnessed in your truth without shrinking.
At Healing Spaces, we honour that ache. Your story, your survival, and your dreams for belonging are not too much. Here, you are seen, believed, and held with reverence.
Free downloads and free monthly workshops on our website: www.healingspaces.center
You may be someone who appears capable and put-together, yet feels internally stretched or disconnected. Perhaps you’re navigating demanding work, complex relationships, caregiving roles, or the after-effects of difficult experiences. You might feel overwhelmed, emotionally distant, or unsure why things feel harder than they “should.” You’re thoughtful and reflective, wanting to understand yourself more deeply, ease persistent stress, and relate to others, and to your life - with greater clarity, steadiness, and meaning.
You may be someone who appears capable and put-together, yet feels internally stretched or disconnected. Perhaps you’re navigating demanding work, complex relationships, caregiving roles, or the after-effects of difficult experiences. You might feel overwhelmed, emotionally distant, or unsure why things feel harder than they “should.” You’re thoughtful and reflective, wanting to understand yourself more deeply, ease persistent stress, and relate to others, and to your life - with greater clarity, steadiness, and meaning.
If you have found your way to my profile, it may be that you are feeling troubled and want to discuss these feelings with a compassionate professional. Welcome! Be assured that you have taken a difficult and important first step towards well being. I honor your courage in coming this far! I look forward to finding a pathway to healing together.
If you have found your way to my profile, it may be that you are feeling troubled and want to discuss these feelings with a compassionate professional. Welcome! Be assured that you have taken a difficult and important first step towards well being. I honor your courage in coming this far! I look forward to finding a pathway to healing together.
Whether you're dealing with past trauma, difficult family dynamics, or are stuck in frustrating patterns, feelings of disconnection and anxiety can easily become your day-to-day. In a world that can be challenging to navigate at the best of times, the struggles we face can sometimes feel insurmountable. It is my belief that we all need support and connection in order to process our experiences and to feel safe and secure in our own skin. With the tools somatic therapy brings we can support the body to complete it’s natural healing processes, helping us find the freedom to live our lives to the fullest.
Whether you're dealing with past trauma, difficult family dynamics, or are stuck in frustrating patterns, feelings of disconnection and anxiety can easily become your day-to-day. In a world that can be challenging to navigate at the best of times, the struggles we face can sometimes feel insurmountable. It is my belief that we all need support and connection in order to process our experiences and to feel safe and secure in our own skin. With the tools somatic therapy brings we can support the body to complete it’s natural healing processes, helping us find the freedom to live our lives to the fullest.
I specialize in supporting youth, families, and young adults navigating major changes and transitions. If you are experiencing challenges within familial relationships, I can help you approach these issues holistically. I take into consideration your culture, family dynamics, and values. My experience working in the school system allows me to support common concerns that come up such as separation anxiety and friendships issues. Whatever you're experiencing, we can explore together.
I specialize in supporting youth, families, and young adults navigating major changes and transitions. If you are experiencing challenges within familial relationships, I can help you approach these issues holistically. I take into consideration your culture, family dynamics, and values. My experience working in the school system allows me to support common concerns that come up such as separation anxiety and friendships issues. Whatever you're experiencing, we can explore together.
If your brain keeps pulling you into mental loops until you “figure it out” or things feel “just right,” I’m glad you’re here.
You might find yourself Googling questions or turning to others for reassurance, only to feel brief relief before the doubt creeps back in. I’m willing to bet you’re responsible and driven, but inside you’re often exhausted from fighting your own mind.
I specialize in OCD and anxiety in teens and young adults, using ERP, the gold-standard, evidence-based treatment for OCD. Book your free consultation on my website!
If your brain keeps pulling you into mental loops until you “figure it out” or things feel “just right,” I’m glad you’re here.
You might find yourself Googling questions or turning to others for reassurance, only to feel brief relief before the doubt creeps back in. I’m willing to bet you’re responsible and driven, but inside you’re often exhausted from fighting your own mind.
I specialize in OCD and anxiety in teens and young adults, using ERP, the gold-standard, evidence-based treatment for OCD. Book your free consultation on my website!
Many people carry pain from the past that still shapes how they feel and function today. You don’t have to face it alone. I offer a warm, supportive space to gently explore what’s been holding you back and to help you find healing, clarity, and calm. Together, we’ll work at a pace that feels safe and respectful, creating room for growth, self-understanding, and renewed hope.
Many people carry pain from the past that still shapes how they feel and function today. You don’t have to face it alone. I offer a warm, supportive space to gently explore what’s been holding you back and to help you find healing, clarity, and calm. Together, we’ll work at a pace that feels safe and respectful, creating room for growth, self-understanding, and renewed hope.
Wellflow specializes in supporting high achieving professional women who are navigating burnout, chronic stress, and the quiet erosion of wellbeing that often accompanies demanding careers and leadership roles. Many arrive feeling capable on the outside yet depleted on the inside. Carolyn Charest, Registered Psychologist in BC and Alberta and ICF-credentialed executive coach with an MBA, draws on evidence-based psychological principles to help clients rebuild sustainable performance, reconnect with their values, and lead with clarity and confidence again.
Wellflow specializes in supporting high achieving professional women who are navigating burnout, chronic stress, and the quiet erosion of wellbeing that often accompanies demanding careers and leadership roles. Many arrive feeling capable on the outside yet depleted on the inside. Carolyn Charest, Registered Psychologist in BC and Alberta and ICF-credentialed executive coach with an MBA, draws on evidence-based psychological principles to help clients rebuild sustainable performance, reconnect with their values, and lead with clarity and confidence again.
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