Marriage Counselling Therapists in North Vancouver, BC
Most clients work with me to better manage stress, anxiety, depression, marital challenges, family conflicts, phobias and ADHD.
In my practice, I make use of various psychotherapy approaches based on client's needs, drawing mostly from the Satir Transformational Systemic Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and Attachment Theory. When working with children, I offer Sand Therapy, Play Therapy and Art Therapy. My work also is trauma-informed and gender-sensitive.
Most clients work with me to better manage stress, anxiety, depression, marital challenges, family conflicts, phobias and ADHD.
In my practice, I make use of various psychotherapy approaches based on client's needs, drawing mostly from the Satir Transformational Systemic Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and Attachment Theory. When working with children, I offer Sand Therapy, Play Therapy and Art Therapy. My work also is trauma-informed and gender-sensitive.
I work with individuals, couples, and families.
My practice is rooted in attachment theory, emotion-focused work, and somatic experiencing. Much of my career has focused on helping individuals and families to cope with emotional dysregulation, eating disorders and body image. I believe relationships are essential to well-being—we are shaped by our connections, within families and the broader culture.
I work with individuals, couples, and families.
My practice is rooted in attachment theory, emotion-focused work, and somatic experiencing. Much of my career has focused on helping individuals and families to cope with emotional dysregulation, eating disorders and body image. I believe relationships are essential to well-being—we are shaped by our connections, within families and the broader culture.
I also work with couples who are struggling to find contentment in their relationship.
I feel it is important to provide a safe and caring therapeutic environment that will allow you to identify and understand the challenges you are facing. I believe that change is possible through focusing on what you bring to each session and working with you to understand and remove barriers on the path to peace, contentment and joy. Currently, my interns and associates are taking new clients or you are welcome to join my waitlist.
I also work with couples who are struggling to find contentment in their relationship.
I feel it is important to provide a safe and caring therapeutic environment that will allow you to identify and understand the challenges you are facing. I believe that change is possible through focusing on what you bring to each session and working with you to understand and remove barriers on the path to peace, contentment and joy. Currently, my interns and associates are taking new clients or you are welcome to join my waitlist.
In brief, I work to help adolescents, adults, couples, teams, & other groups with mental health, chronic pain & chronic health concerns, sport & performance related issues.
Athletes and high level performers of all disciplines and levels (from Olympic/world-Cup/Pro, to recreational, developmental/youth; from individual and team sports have benefited from working with me on their "mental game" as well as off-field issues (e.g, anxiety, substance abuse, relationships, injury, etc.) to help them reach their maximum potential.
In brief, I work to help adolescents, adults, couples, teams, & other groups with mental health, chronic pain & chronic health concerns, sport & performance related issues.
Athletes and high level performers of all disciplines and levels (from Olympic/world-Cup/Pro, to recreational, developmental/youth; from individual and team sports have benefited from working with me on their "mental game" as well as off-field issues (e.g, anxiety, substance abuse, relationships, injury, etc.) to help them reach their maximum potential.
I work with individuals and couples who want to feel more secure, more connected, and more at ease within themselves.
I help people who feel anxious, emotionally overwhelmed, or stuck in perfectionism, or relationship patterns. With a trauma-informed, collaborative approach, I support you in getting to the root of what’s going on so you can build self-trust, feel more grounded, and move through life with greater ease and clarity.
I work with individuals and couples who want to feel more secure, more connected, and more at ease within themselves.
I help people who feel anxious, emotionally overwhelmed, or stuck in perfectionism, or relationship patterns. With a trauma-informed, collaborative approach, I support you in getting to the root of what’s going on so you can build self-trust, feel more grounded, and move through life with greater ease and clarity.
With over 25 years of experience in the field of children and youth as a teacher and a specialization in working with diverse student populations including cultural diversity, neurodivergence, anxiety, ADHD, gender and sexual orientation and substance use, I work with a diverse range of clients, including individuals, couples and families.
Are you a teen who needs to talk? A parent struggling with your teen? A member of Alanon? Or could you just use a compassionate therapist to help you overcome your struggles and achieve your goals? You have the potential and right to live a fulfilling and meaningful life, and I am committed to helping you realize that potential. I use a variety of evidence-based therapies to work with my clients in finding wellness. Whether struggling with stress and anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship stress, parenting issues, addiction or other life-stressors, I will help you sort out how to move ahead in wellness.
With over 25 years of experience in the field of children and youth as a teacher and a specialization in working with diverse student populations including cultural diversity, neurodivergence, anxiety, ADHD, gender and sexual orientation and substance use, I work with a diverse range of clients, including individuals, couples and families.
Are you a teen who needs to talk? A parent struggling with your teen? A member of Alanon? Or could you just use a compassionate therapist to help you overcome your struggles and achieve your goals? You have the potential and right to live a fulfilling and meaningful life, and I am committed to helping you realize that potential. I use a variety of evidence-based therapies to work with my clients in finding wellness. Whether struggling with stress and anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship stress, parenting issues, addiction or other life-stressors, I will help you sort out how to move ahead in wellness.
I believe every person is deserving of self-compassion, acceptance, and healing, and I am dedicated to providing a safe, non-judgmental space to explore the wonderments and complexities of the human experience. I specialize in supporting clients navigating neurodiversity, gender expression, queer identity, non-normative relationship structures, artistic expression, fat liberation, and body acceptance.
I believe every person is deserving of self-compassion, acceptance, and healing, and I am dedicated to providing a safe, non-judgmental space to explore the wonderments and complexities of the human experience. I specialize in supporting clients navigating neurodiversity, gender expression, queer identity, non-normative relationship structures, artistic expression, fat liberation, and body acceptance.
This led me into life coaching and then counselling, where I now support individuals and couples who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, and are seeking greater clarity and growth.
My approach is person-centred, collaborative, and non-judgmental. I draw from an integrative blend of evidence-based and holistic modalities.
This led me into life coaching and then counselling, where I now support individuals and couples who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, and are seeking greater clarity and growth.
My approach is person-centred, collaborative, and non-judgmental. I draw from an integrative blend of evidence-based and holistic modalities.
Counselling individuals, couples, families, and group formats.
Individual, couples, family, group therapy; life coaching, psychoeducation, consulting and supervision. My practice is informed by Client-Centered; Strengths-Based Perspective; Cognitive Therapy (CBT); Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT); Mentalization, Mindfulness-Based approach. I draw upon the existential, inner child work, developmental theory.
Counselling individuals, couples, families, and group formats.
Individual, couples, family, group therapy; life coaching, psychoeducation, consulting and supervision. My practice is informed by Client-Centered; Strengths-Based Perspective; Cognitive Therapy (CBT); Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT); Mentalization, Mindfulness-Based approach. I draw upon the existential, inner child work, developmental theory.
If you’ve done therapy before and felt discouraged by the lack of relief or constructive guidance, then I can help. The best therapists are ones that have experienced many of the issues their clients come in with, and I would be no exception to that. Having overcome many struggles myself, and found ways to cope, I pass that knowledge onto my clients. I work differently than most counselors. I believe counselling should be short term. I want to bring you to a place to learn the tools to implement and then help yourself. I work primarily with anxiety, depression, narcissistic abuse, eating disorders, relationship issues, and ADHD.
If you’ve done therapy before and felt discouraged by the lack of relief or constructive guidance, then I can help. The best therapists are ones that have experienced many of the issues their clients come in with, and I would be no exception to that. Having overcome many struggles myself, and found ways to cope, I pass that knowledge onto my clients. I work differently than most counselors. I believe counselling should be short term. I want to bring you to a place to learn the tools to implement and then help yourself. I work primarily with anxiety, depression, narcissistic abuse, eating disorders, relationship issues, and ADHD.
My clients often come to therapy feeling stuck or unfulfilled, but after working together, they often feel more in control of their lives and in touch with their inner experience. My goal as your therapist is to help you gain more awareness for why you feel the way you do, identify patterns of experiences or behaviours in your life that are no longer serving you, and empower you to take steps towards a life that honours your values and goals. Change can be a difficult process, but I believe that each small positive change we make extends to other aspects of our lives and making that initial change is the hardest part.
My clients often come to therapy feeling stuck or unfulfilled, but after working together, they often feel more in control of their lives and in touch with their inner experience. My goal as your therapist is to help you gain more awareness for why you feel the way you do, identify patterns of experiences or behaviours in your life that are no longer serving you, and empower you to take steps towards a life that honours your values and goals. Change can be a difficult process, but I believe that each small positive change we make extends to other aspects of our lives and making that initial change is the hardest part.
Vital Synergy Mind Fitness Inc.
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RCC, RSW
1 Endorsed
North Vancouver, BC V7M
I work with both individuals and couples using an interdisciplinary approach customized to each person's needs, so they can overwrite their default programming and finally feel equipped to live a balanced & optimal life.
I help you get to the root of your problems, train your brain to be more resilient, and overwrite unwanted default programming so you can make lasting change. 95% of your thoughts and behaviours are processed in your unconscious mind, which is why, even though you might want something better for yourself, you find yourself stuck. I use evidence-based techniques like hypnotherapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and neurofeedback to help you access your unconscious mind, and reprogram unwanted thoughts and behaviour patterns for good.
I work with both individuals and couples using an interdisciplinary approach customized to each person's needs, so they can overwrite their default programming and finally feel equipped to live a balanced & optimal life.
I help you get to the root of your problems, train your brain to be more resilient, and overwrite unwanted default programming so you can make lasting change. 95% of your thoughts and behaviours are processed in your unconscious mind, which is why, even though you might want something better for yourself, you find yourself stuck. I use evidence-based techniques like hypnotherapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and neurofeedback to help you access your unconscious mind, and reprogram unwanted thoughts and behaviour patterns for good.
Are you struggling to navigate personal challenges and emotional struggles? With a deep commitment to fostering positive change, at Soma Clinical Counselling, we integrate evidence-based therapeutic tools to support clients in achieving personal growth and emotional well-being. Having extensive experience working with clients facing issues such as trauma, addiction, eating disorders, and relationship issues, we are passionate about providing a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make lasting changes in their lives.
Are you struggling to navigate personal challenges and emotional struggles? With a deep commitment to fostering positive change, at Soma Clinical Counselling, we integrate evidence-based therapeutic tools to support clients in achieving personal growth and emotional well-being. Having extensive experience working with clients facing issues such as trauma, addiction, eating disorders, and relationship issues, we are passionate about providing a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make lasting changes in their lives.
I have a long history of helping individuals, couples and parents, especially men with ADHD, anxiety, anger, depression, and addiction.
I have 17+ years of experience in the MCFD (BC Government) as a probation officer then mental health clinician, including five years part-time at a residential drug and alcohol recovery program. Through these experiences, my approach became increasingly practical, evidence-based, and collaborative.
I have a long history of helping individuals, couples and parents, especially men with ADHD, anxiety, anger, depression, and addiction.
I have 17+ years of experience in the MCFD (BC Government) as a probation officer then mental health clinician, including five years part-time at a residential drug and alcohol recovery program. Through these experiences, my approach became increasingly practical, evidence-based, and collaborative.
My ideal clients are adults 25 to 60, often immigrants, living with trauma/PTSD, panic, hypervigilance, intrusive memories, nightmares, emotional shutdown/numbness, shame, or relationship strain. They need a safe, culturally responsive space, practical tools to feel stable, and deeper work to understand repeating patterns and triggers. Their goal is to feel grounded, sleep better, stop living in survival mode, reconnect with themselves and others, and build a calmer, more confident life.
My ideal clients are adults 25 to 60, often immigrants, living with trauma/PTSD, panic, hypervigilance, intrusive memories, nightmares, emotional shutdown/numbness, shame, or relationship strain. They need a safe, culturally responsive space, practical tools to feel stable, and deeper work to understand repeating patterns and triggers. Their goal is to feel grounded, sleep better, stop living in survival mode, reconnect with themselves and others, and build a calmer, more confident life.
We are committed to supporting individuals, families, teens and couples to live more fulfilling lives!
Sessions are experiential; we will have the opportunity to explore, express, and test your thoughts, feelings and behaviors in order to 'rewire' old patterns. By consciously focusing on your resources and by having wins along the way you will build your capacity not only to take the suffering out of pain but to experience deep joy and gratitude.
We are committed to supporting individuals, families, teens and couples to live more fulfilling lives!
Sessions are experiential; we will have the opportunity to explore, express, and test your thoughts, feelings and behaviors in order to 'rewire' old patterns. By consciously focusing on your resources and by having wins along the way you will build your capacity not only to take the suffering out of pain but to experience deep joy and gratitude.
I imagine my client with their therapist as pioneers in their journey. Whether it is grief, transition, relationships or trauma. As pioneers, we explore, travel, and come to discovery. This discovery may help an individual to work on goals, their growth, treatment and healing. This self discovery is simply facilitated by the therapist and lead by the client.
I imagine my client with their therapist as pioneers in their journey. Whether it is grief, transition, relationships or trauma. As pioneers, we explore, travel, and come to discovery. This discovery may help an individual to work on goals, their growth, treatment and healing. This self discovery is simply facilitated by the therapist and lead by the client.
I believe we all hold the skills, strengths, and resiliency necessary to create change and growth. At the same time, it is a normal and natural condition of humans to experience loss, disability, and trauma at any given time in our life span. I am passionate about forming deeper social/emotional connections and ongoing growth in increasing our understanding and response to human suffering. With over 15 years of training and experience, I have been profoundly influenced by the theoretical lens of trauma, the mind-body nervous system connection, and understanding the importance of integrating systemic and cultural influences as well.
I believe we all hold the skills, strengths, and resiliency necessary to create change and growth. At the same time, it is a normal and natural condition of humans to experience loss, disability, and trauma at any given time in our life span. I am passionate about forming deeper social/emotional connections and ongoing growth in increasing our understanding and response to human suffering. With over 15 years of training and experience, I have been profoundly influenced by the theoretical lens of trauma, the mind-body nervous system connection, and understanding the importance of integrating systemic and cultural influences as well.
In sessions, I like to draw on elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Emotion-Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) to meet individuals' and couples' personal needs and readiness.
I like to collaborate with clients navigating concerns around life transitions, self-confidence, self-esteem, depression, anxiety and their body image. I value deep listening, emotional exploration, and the process of building personal insight; guiding clients to connect more fully with themselves and others.
Therapy is not just about addressing problems; rather, it is also about rediscovering personal strengths and reconnecting with a sense of possibility and self-belief.
As a counselling intern, I use my combined educational background in psychology and sociology to understand an individual's inner world.
In sessions, I like to draw on elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Emotion-Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) to meet individuals' and couples' personal needs and readiness.
I like to collaborate with clients navigating concerns around life transitions, self-confidence, self-esteem, depression, anxiety and their body image. I value deep listening, emotional exploration, and the process of building personal insight; guiding clients to connect more fully with themselves and others.
Therapy is not just about addressing problems; rather, it is also about rediscovering personal strengths and reconnecting with a sense of possibility and self-belief.
As a counselling intern, I use my combined educational background in psychology and sociology to understand an individual's inner world.
Whether you're navigating life transitions, processing trauma, or striving for healthier boundaries, I'm here to support you. I work with a range of challenges including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, self-esteem, queer identity, parenting (including queer parenting), and relationship dynamics.
Throughout over a decade of clinical experience working with clients I have developed an approach that is rooted in dynamic psychotherapy and attachment-based theories, while also integrating person-centered, trauma-informed, and solution-focused techniques. I see people as inherently capable of growth and evolution.
Whether you're navigating life transitions, processing trauma, or striving for healthier boundaries, I'm here to support you. I work with a range of challenges including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, self-esteem, queer identity, parenting (including queer parenting), and relationship dynamics.
Throughout over a decade of clinical experience working with clients I have developed an approach that is rooted in dynamic psychotherapy and attachment-based theories, while also integrating person-centered, trauma-informed, and solution-focused techniques. I see people as inherently capable of growth and evolution.
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Marriage Counselling
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.