Therapists for Toddlers in North Vancouver, BC
Are you holding things together on the outside while quietly struggling on the inside? Many people reach out when relationships feel strained, co-parenting or separation feels complex, or when previous therapy was helpful but still felt incomplete. You may be looking for care that truly fits you - support that considers the whole person, integrates emotional and practical needs, and adapts to real life rather than being limited to a single approach. Life can be creative in how it brings challenges. Whatever you’re navigating, this work is designed to support healing while thoughtfully tailoring care to you, your life and your goals.
Are you holding things together on the outside while quietly struggling on the inside? Many people reach out when relationships feel strained, co-parenting or separation feels complex, or when previous therapy was helpful but still felt incomplete. You may be looking for care that truly fits you - support that considers the whole person, integrates emotional and practical needs, and adapts to real life rather than being limited to a single approach. Life can be creative in how it brings challenges. Whatever you’re navigating, this work is designed to support healing while thoughtfully tailoring care to you, your life and your goals.
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 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.
You may be navigating a separation or high-conflict co-parenting situation, feeling overwhelmed and unsure how to support your child or move forward. Perhaps you’re in a struggling relationship, dealing with trauma, anxiety, or emotional disconnection. Your child might be facing behavioural challenges, school issues, or emotional distress. You want relief, clarity, and healthier communication. You’re seeking meaningful change—for yourself, your relationships, and your family—to reduce conflict, rebuild trust, and create a more stable, connected future.
You may be navigating a separation or high-conflict co-parenting situation, feeling overwhelmed and unsure how to support your child or move forward. Perhaps you’re in a struggling relationship, dealing with trauma, anxiety, or emotional disconnection. Your child might be facing behavioural challenges, school issues, or emotional distress. You want relief, clarity, and healthier communication. You’re seeking meaningful change—for yourself, your relationships, and your family—to reduce conflict, rebuild trust, and create a more stable, connected future.
You might feel like your mind is always running — juggling too many thoughts, losing focus, or getting stuck in the same unhelpful habits. In that case, you've likely noticed a pattern of zoning out, avoiding uncomfortable topics or feelings, and overreacting. Things like food, substances, or online interactions take the edge off but end up contributing to issues more than helping. I have a long history of helping individuals, couples and parents, especially men with ADHD, anxiety, anger, depression, and addiction. Together, we’ll build a plan to improve focus and communication, and develop tools for calmer, more intentional living.
You might feel like your mind is always running — juggling too many thoughts, losing focus, or getting stuck in the same unhelpful habits. In that case, you've likely noticed a pattern of zoning out, avoiding uncomfortable topics or feelings, and overreacting. Things like food, substances, or online interactions take the edge off but end up contributing to issues more than helping. I have a long history of helping individuals, couples and parents, especially men with ADHD, anxiety, anger, depression, and addiction. Together, we’ll build a plan to improve focus and communication, and develop tools for calmer, more intentional living.
من دکتر فاطمه یوسفی روانتحلیلگر .
جلسات مشاوره فردی، زوجی و خانوادگی را به زبان فارسی و انگلیسی، بهصورت حضوری و آنلاین
I am a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor (RTC) with over 15 years of clinical experience in Iran and Canada, and academic experience in Iran. I support individuals facing anxiety, depression, relationship or family conflict, migration-related stress, and life transitions. My approach is professional, culturally responsive, and tailored to each client’s needs using CBT, psychoanalytic, and solution-focused therapies. I offer sessions in English and Farsi, both online and in-person.
من دکتر فاطمه یوسفی روانتحلیلگر .
جلسات مشاوره فردی، زوجی و خانوادگی را به زبان فارسی و انگلیسی، بهصورت حضوری و آنلاین
I am a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor (RTC) with over 15 years of clinical experience in Iran and Canada, and academic experience in Iran. I support individuals facing anxiety, depression, relationship or family conflict, migration-related stress, and life transitions. My approach is professional, culturally responsive, and tailored to each client’s needs using CBT, psychoanalytic, and solution-focused therapies. I offer sessions in English and Farsi, both online and in-person.
During our time together, you can expect consistency, warmth, honesty, and a good laugh when needed. I work with folks of all ages, and specialize in providing counselling and play therapy for children (3+), teens, and families. If you or your loved one are experiencing emotional turbulence, disconnection, conflict, anxiety, relationship difficulties, attachment challenges, or grief/loss, counselling can help. I provide developmentally appropriate mental health care that is neurodivergent-affirming and honours you or your child's unique strengths and needs.
During our time together, you can expect consistency, warmth, honesty, and a good laugh when needed. I work with folks of all ages, and specialize in providing counselling and play therapy for children (3+), teens, and families. If you or your loved one are experiencing emotional turbulence, disconnection, conflict, anxiety, relationship difficulties, attachment challenges, or grief/loss, counselling can help. I provide developmentally appropriate mental health care that is neurodivergent-affirming and honours you or your child's unique strengths and needs.
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.
Welcome to my profile! I'm a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and former university professor with specialized training in a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches for treating psychological challenges, trauma, and emotional well-being. Life can be challenging, but you don't have to face it alone. I believe healing begins when we feel truly seen, heard, and understood. Together, we'll identify your strengths, work through the challenges that are holding you back, and help you build greater clarity, resilience, and hope.
Welcome to my profile! I'm a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and former university professor with specialized training in a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches for treating psychological challenges, trauma, and emotional well-being. Life can be challenging, but you don't have to face it alone. I believe healing begins when we feel truly seen, heard, and understood. Together, we'll identify your strengths, work through the challenges that are holding you back, and help you build greater clarity, resilience, and hope.
I am passionate about working with clients who have experienced traumatic events or adverse childhood experience. My clients often feel high levels of trauma related symptoms, anxiety or depression and they want relief from their negative emotions, flashbacks or nightmares. They need a safe relationship through which they get unconditional support and guidance towards their mental health goals. I also specialize in working with women who have experienced various adverse experiences including physical violence, emotional abuse or sexual assault.
I am passionate about working with clients who have experienced traumatic events or adverse childhood experience. My clients often feel high levels of trauma related symptoms, anxiety or depression and they want relief from their negative emotions, flashbacks or nightmares. They need a safe relationship through which they get unconditional support and guidance towards their mental health goals. I also specialize in working with women who have experienced various adverse experiences including physical violence, emotional abuse or sexual assault.
Based in North Vancouver with over 20 years of individual, couple, and family counselling experience. My focus is on couples therapy and premarital counselling. I am Punjabi-speaking and fluent with the added pressures and challenges of cross-cultural family dynamics. I have specialized marriage and couples therapy training including: Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, The Gottman Seven Principles Program Educator, and Bringing Baby Home Educator.
Based in North Vancouver with over 20 years of individual, couple, and family counselling experience. My focus is on couples therapy and premarital counselling. I am Punjabi-speaking and fluent with the added pressures and challenges of cross-cultural family dynamics. I have specialized marriage and couples therapy training including: Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, The Gottman Seven Principles Program Educator, and Bringing Baby Home Educator.
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.
With over 30 years of experience in counselling and teaching, I am dedicated to addressing gender, youth, women's issues, neurodivergence, and transitions across the lifespan. Life changes can be challenging, but also empowering and growth-oriented. I am passionate about helping individuals, adults, youth, and families find new ways to open up and untie the complex knots in their lives so they can see new solutions and achieve their dreams. I am here to believe in YOU.
With over 30 years of experience in counselling and teaching, I am dedicated to addressing gender, youth, women's issues, neurodivergence, and transitions across the lifespan. Life changes can be challenging, but also empowering and growth-oriented. I am passionate about helping individuals, adults, youth, and families find new ways to open up and untie the complex knots in their lives so they can see new solutions and achieve their dreams. I am here to believe in YOU.
“We cannot protect our children from life. Therefore, it is essential we prepare them for it.” Rudolf Dreikurs. Does your child struggle with challenges related to anxiety, emotion regulation, ASD, ADHD or other developmental needs? Are daily routines and transitions challenging at home and school? Working from a nonjudgmental, warm and client centered approach, I focus on the unique needs of each child and family as I guide them to establish structure, improve peace and cooperation in the home, while exploring strategies to empower clients to discover their strengths, and develop life long skills that support mental wellness.
“We cannot protect our children from life. Therefore, it is essential we prepare them for it.” Rudolf Dreikurs. Does your child struggle with challenges related to anxiety, emotion regulation, ASD, ADHD or other developmental needs? Are daily routines and transitions challenging at home and school? Working from a nonjudgmental, warm and client centered approach, I focus on the unique needs of each child and family as I guide them to establish structure, improve peace and cooperation in the home, while exploring strategies to empower clients to discover their strengths, and develop life long skills that support mental wellness.
I view psychological wellbeing as I do physical wellbeing - it requires time, care and maintenance. Making the decision to feel better when you feel down does not always come easily. If you are struggling with life, reaching out for help is the right thing to do. My private practice consults with other professionals to provide you with the best, up-to-date and proven treatment options. Some of the treatment models that I am certified in are: Family Based Treatment for Eating Disorders (FBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT) and Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE).
I view psychological wellbeing as I do physical wellbeing - it requires time, care and maintenance. Making the decision to feel better when you feel down does not always come easily. If you are struggling with life, reaching out for help is the right thing to do. My private practice consults with other professionals to provide you with the best, up-to-date and proven treatment options. Some of the treatment models that I am certified in are: Family Based Treatment for Eating Disorders (FBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT) and Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE).
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.
Boomerang Counselling Centre (Brandys Evans, DIR)
Counsellor, RCC-ACS
4 Endorsed
North Vancouver, BC V7M
Boomerang Counselling Centre is here to help you or your child deal with anxiety, grief, neurodiversity, PTSD/Trauma, family relationships, parenting, ADHD, Autism, learning disorders, personality disorders, and intimate relationships. In other words, situations that make you feel like you’re overwhelmed and like you’re struggling to cope. Our competent team is passionate about understanding you and your own unique story. Our greatest desire is that you feel heard, supported, and understood. Connection with the proper professional facilitates self-understanding and change. If you are looking for help, we are here for you!
Boomerang Counselling Centre is here to help you or your child deal with anxiety, grief, neurodiversity, PTSD/Trauma, family relationships, parenting, ADHD, Autism, learning disorders, personality disorders, and intimate relationships. In other words, situations that make you feel like you’re overwhelmed and like you’re struggling to cope. Our competent team is passionate about understanding you and your own unique story. Our greatest desire is that you feel heard, supported, and understood. Connection with the proper professional facilitates self-understanding and change. If you are looking for help, we are here for you!
I believe in the importance of a supportive and trusting therapeutic relationship. I have been an elementary school teacher for over ten years and have taught, coached, and counselled children of all ages. As a teacher, I enjoyed creating opportunities for learning and growth that also supported the emotional and psychological growth of my students. My passion for helping children in this capacity inspired a move from teaching to counselling. I counsel children, adolescents, and young adults from a client centered approach.
I believe in the importance of a supportive and trusting therapeutic relationship. I have been an elementary school teacher for over ten years and have taught, coached, and counselled children of all ages. As a teacher, I enjoyed creating opportunities for learning and growth that also supported the emotional and psychological growth of my students. My passion for helping children in this capacity inspired a move from teaching to counselling. I counsel children, adolescents, and young adults from a client centered approach.
Vital Synergy Mind Fitness Inc.
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RCC, RSW
1 Endorsed
North Vancouver, BC V7M
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 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.
Ready to create the life you were meant to live? Ready to release past pain, move through overwhelming emotions, and reconnect with what truly matters to you? As a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Professional Art Therapist, I support people who are seeking healing, meaning, and lasting change. Together, we gently explore what’s been holding you back and begin building new ways of responding to life; ways that feel aligned and grounded. Through creative, evidence-informed practices, you’ll learn tools that reduce stress and internal conflict, increase self-awareness, clarify your values, and reconnect you with your strengths.
Ready to create the life you were meant to live? Ready to release past pain, move through overwhelming emotions, and reconnect with what truly matters to you? As a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Professional Art Therapist, I support people who are seeking healing, meaning, and lasting change. Together, we gently explore what’s been holding you back and begin building new ways of responding to life; ways that feel aligned and grounded. Through creative, evidence-informed practices, you’ll learn tools that reduce stress and internal conflict, increase self-awareness, clarify your values, and reconnect you with your strengths.
Authenticity and self-compassion guide my work. Building a safe, warm, and trusting relationship with you will be my priority.
I am deeply committed to creating an inclusive space where individuals feel respected, valued, and empowered no matter their background, identity, or lived-experiences. In our work together, you’ll explore challenges at your own pace, be met with warmth and care, and be gently challenged to support your growth.
My goal is to honour your story and help you build a life aligned with your values and goals.
Authenticity and self-compassion guide my work. Building a safe, warm, and trusting relationship with you will be my priority.
I am deeply committed to creating an inclusive space where individuals feel respected, valued, and empowered no matter their background, identity, or lived-experiences. In our work together, you’ll explore challenges at your own pace, be met with warmth and care, and be gently challenged to support your growth.
My goal is to honour your story and help you build a life aligned with your values and goals.
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FAQ - About Therapy for Toddlers and Preschoolers
What are the behavioural signs indicating a toddler might need counselling?
Common behavioural signs that a child may need counselling include high levels of emotional distress or anxiety, learning challenges, interpersonal conflict, anger, or social withdrawal. Any drastic changes in toddler behaviour or self-esteem can be indicative that a child may benefit from therapy. Seeing a therapist at the early stages of any behavioural changes can be most impactful on behaviour, as well as helpful to caregivers who may receive guidance on what symptoms to look for in their child in the future, even if therapy is not warranted at that time.
Can a two-year-old see a psychologist?
Children and adults of all ages can see psychologists and other forms of mental health professionals, such as counsellors, psychiatrists, and social workers. Families seeking therapy for their toddler should just be aware that any guidance they seek should come from a professional who has specific experience working with young children, as well as the specific modalities that are appropriate for young children, such as play therapy.
What is the most effective type of therapy for toddlers and preschoolers?
In general, play therapy is the most effective and common form of therapy for young children. Play therapy helps facilitate behaviour change by offering an age-appropriate way for children to express their emotions and develop more effective coping strategies. Toddlers with specific concerns may benefit from more specialised forms of therapy, such as Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism or Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) for toddlers in families in which there is significant parent-child relational conflict.
What happens during therapy sessions for toddlers?
What occurs in therapy sessions for toddlers depends on the therapeutic approach being used by the therapist. Most toddler therapists will use some form of play therapy in sessions to encourage toddler engagement. In play therapy sessions, children are encouraged to use toys within the therapy setting to express their emotions; subsequent responses by the therapist and/or family members can help guide toddler behaviour and behaviour change. Toddler therapy sessions can also involve family therapy or Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), which can help improve parenting behaviours and reduce strain on families.