Schema Therapy in Port Coquitlam, BC
I like to use puzzles as an analogy or a metaphor to describe our lived experiences. Sometimes it is just difficult to put a puzzle by yourself. There are things you are worried about, you are fearful to think of, or something you have not discovered yet. I am here to help you place the pieces together to understand yourself better. Although it may take some time, or it may not be perfect, you are not alone. You want to find a way to redefine yourself, but you do not know where to begin with or feel drained to try.
I like to use puzzles as an analogy or a metaphor to describe our lived experiences. Sometimes it is just difficult to put a puzzle by yourself. There are things you are worried about, you are fearful to think of, or something you have not discovered yet. I am here to help you place the pieces together to understand yourself better. Although it may take some time, or it may not be perfect, you are not alone. You want to find a way to redefine yourself, but you do not know where to begin with or feel drained to try.
Life's challenges can often feel overwhelming, leaving us seeking answers and solutions. I believe in tailoring therapy to each individual's unique needs, fostering a collaborative and empathetic environment where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and concerns. My therapeutic toolbox includes evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), the Jungian approach, Brief Therapy (Combining Gestalt and Hypnosis) and existential therapy. By integrating these approaches, we can work together to identify patterns, untangle complexities, and nurture lasting positive change.
Life's challenges can often feel overwhelming, leaving us seeking answers and solutions. I believe in tailoring therapy to each individual's unique needs, fostering a collaborative and empathetic environment where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and concerns. My therapeutic toolbox includes evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), the Jungian approach, Brief Therapy (Combining Gestalt and Hypnosis) and existential therapy. By integrating these approaches, we can work together to identify patterns, untangle complexities, and nurture lasting positive change.
Hi! First, I recognize how challenging starting the process of counselling may be. I aim to provide a safe and supportive space to work through whatever difficulties bring you here. I specialize in relationships (of all kinds), addictions, feelings of being stuck or overwhelmed, life's transitions, sex & intimacy and grief and loss. In addition to a Master's in Counselling Psychology, I have over 15 years of teaching yoga, meditation and mindfulness. My approach is collaborative and client-focused, and I work with individuals of all genders, sexualities and intersectionalities.
Hi! First, I recognize how challenging starting the process of counselling may be. I aim to provide a safe and supportive space to work through whatever difficulties bring you here. I specialize in relationships (of all kinds), addictions, feelings of being stuck or overwhelmed, life's transitions, sex & intimacy and grief and loss. In addition to a Master's in Counselling Psychology, I have over 15 years of teaching yoga, meditation and mindfulness. My approach is collaborative and client-focused, and I work with individuals of all genders, sexualities and intersectionalities.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
I am Armaghan, a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and the Founder and Director of Violet Wellness Center. With over 12 years of experience, I help individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and neurodevelopmental differences. My background in Developmental Psychology allows me to utilize evidence-based therapeutic approaches focused on mindfulness and self-awareness to empower my clients.
I am Armaghan, a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and the Founder and Director of Violet Wellness Center. With over 12 years of experience, I help individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and neurodevelopmental differences. My background in Developmental Psychology allows me to utilize evidence-based therapeutic approaches focused on mindfulness and self-awareness to empower my clients.
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Hi and welcome! It is my mission to support people in a safe, non-judgmental space on their journey toward a life full of harmony, freedom and meaning. My experience has taught me that genuine presence, validation, open communication and even the smallest steps toward healing can help your growth.
My clinical psychology training allowed me to acquire CBT-based, psychodynamic, family-oriented and person-centered methods, as well as several indirect techniques (e.g. symbolic, relaxation, imaginative and more), which I have used in my practice to help individuals and couples with a wide range of mental health concerns.
Hi and welcome! It is my mission to support people in a safe, non-judgmental space on their journey toward a life full of harmony, freedom and meaning. My experience has taught me that genuine presence, validation, open communication and even the smallest steps toward healing can help your growth.
My clinical psychology training allowed me to acquire CBT-based, psychodynamic, family-oriented and person-centered methods, as well as several indirect techniques (e.g. symbolic, relaxation, imaginative and more), which I have used in my practice to help individuals and couples with a wide range of mental health concerns.
If you want to feel like more than three mental disorders in a sweater, I am available to help you with that 7 days a week, in the evenings, in-person, and virtually. Life is hella hard. If you need motivation, mental health treatment, or a good sounding board, I can probably help you, or you within a couple. I treat a wide range of mental health conditions including mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD, BPD, trauma, and concurrent disorders.
If you want to feel like more than three mental disorders in a sweater, I am available to help you with that 7 days a week, in the evenings, in-person, and virtually. Life is hella hard. If you need motivation, mental health treatment, or a good sounding board, I can probably help you, or you within a couple. I treat a wide range of mental health conditions including mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD, BPD, trauma, and concurrent disorders.
Coming to counselling takes courage to look deep into ourselves. You are looking to make changes, and perhaps some of those changes are within yourself, and some are with your situation. Let's start with a conversation. It is likely that not many people know or understand why or how your coping mechanisms arose, and often these strategies get in our way. Before we realize it, we're back doing the same thing we've always done and swore we would stop doing a thousand times ago.
Coming to counselling takes courage to look deep into ourselves. You are looking to make changes, and perhaps some of those changes are within yourself, and some are with your situation. Let's start with a conversation. It is likely that not many people know or understand why or how your coping mechanisms arose, and often these strategies get in our way. Before we realize it, we're back doing the same thing we've always done and swore we would stop doing a thousand times ago.
You’ve tried pushing through. You’ve read the books, listened to the podcasts, tried to handle it differently, or maybe even bury the past — but it feels like nothing’s changing. Maybe you’re an adult holding it all together on the outside, while inside, you feel like you’re running on empty — burned out, emotionally drained, overwhelmed by perfectionism or chronic pain. Or maybe you're a parent watching your child shut down or spiral, feeling helpless as anxiety, school refusal, or emotional outbursts take over your home. You're not weak or failing. You're exhausted — and understandably so.
You’ve tried pushing through. You’ve read the books, listened to the podcasts, tried to handle it differently, or maybe even bury the past — but it feels like nothing’s changing. Maybe you’re an adult holding it all together on the outside, while inside, you feel like you’re running on empty — burned out, emotionally drained, overwhelmed by perfectionism or chronic pain. Or maybe you're a parent watching your child shut down or spiral, feeling helpless as anxiety, school refusal, or emotional outbursts take over your home. You're not weak or failing. You're exhausted — and understandably so.
Hello!
I am an authentic and compassionate therapist informed by neuroscience, trauma research, attachment theory, social justice values, and much more. I aim to go beyond talking and support you to have healing relational and emotional experiences in therapy that allow you to move forward with more freedom, connection, and wholeness.
I prioritize creating a safe, respectful, and connected relationship with you so that you can take risks - to be present with your experience (including your body and feelings), to try new things, process difficult material, and reveal parts of yourself that have been hidden and protected.
Hello!
I am an authentic and compassionate therapist informed by neuroscience, trauma research, attachment theory, social justice values, and much more. I aim to go beyond talking and support you to have healing relational and emotional experiences in therapy that allow you to move forward with more freedom, connection, and wholeness.
I prioritize creating a safe, respectful, and connected relationship with you so that you can take risks - to be present with your experience (including your body and feelings), to try new things, process difficult material, and reveal parts of yourself that have been hidden and protected.
Hi there, and welcome! I'm Hayley (she/her), and I'm so glad you're here. I'm a trauma-informed therapist who believes in each person’s ability to heal, grow, and transform. I know how lonely it can feel when you’re carrying everything on your own, and how hard it can be to find someone you can really open up to. I’m dedicated to offering a safe, supportive space for you to unpack and process your experiences without judgment. I’m here to support you through whatever challenges you're facing. Together, we can explore solutions that truly resonate with you and help you tap into your strengths.
Hi there, and welcome! I'm Hayley (she/her), and I'm so glad you're here. I'm a trauma-informed therapist who believes in each person’s ability to heal, grow, and transform. I know how lonely it can feel when you’re carrying everything on your own, and how hard it can be to find someone you can really open up to. I’m dedicated to offering a safe, supportive space for you to unpack and process your experiences without judgment. I’m here to support you through whatever challenges you're facing. Together, we can explore solutions that truly resonate with you and help you tap into your strengths.
Has life become a bit too much? Are you starting to have regrets and/or questioning your ability to cope? You're not alone - specially in the political climate of our world right now. However, regaining some control over your life (and actions!) is not often too far out of reach.
Are you struggling to adapt to the life here in Canada; or life back here in Canada? Transitions are challenging, learning how to help our nervous system adapt to new environments is possible, it's just a new kind of workout for your brain and body.
Do you need a safe place to vent and just let steam off? Well, there's also space for that!
Has life become a bit too much? Are you starting to have regrets and/or questioning your ability to cope? You're not alone - specially in the political climate of our world right now. However, regaining some control over your life (and actions!) is not often too far out of reach.
Are you struggling to adapt to the life here in Canada; or life back here in Canada? Transitions are challenging, learning how to help our nervous system adapt to new environments is possible, it's just a new kind of workout for your brain and body.
Do you need a safe place to vent and just let steam off? Well, there's also space for that!
Hello! I believe that how we care for ourselves, talk to ourselves, and accept in ourselves greatly impacts our self-esteem and resiliency. You may be experiencing difficulties associated with life events and transitions, or challenging emotions. Counselling can serve to help you reach your goals by providing a fresh and objective perspective and supporting you in your journey. I specialize in adult individual therapy for such issues as trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, emotion regulation and more. I also focus on counselling for health professionals and first responders as well as provide Neurofeedback.
Hello! I believe that how we care for ourselves, talk to ourselves, and accept in ourselves greatly impacts our self-esteem and resiliency. You may be experiencing difficulties associated with life events and transitions, or challenging emotions. Counselling can serve to help you reach your goals by providing a fresh and objective perspective and supporting you in your journey. I specialize in adult individual therapy for such issues as trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, emotion regulation and more. I also focus on counselling for health professionals and first responders as well as provide Neurofeedback.
Dr. Teesha Morgan is a Psychotherapist, published author, adjunct professor, TEDx speaker, and co-founder of the Westland Academy of Clinical Sex Therapy and Westland Therapy Group. Dr. Morgan specializes in Sex Therapy and Couples Counselling and has had a full-time private practice for over 15 years.
Dr. Teesha Morgan is a Psychotherapist, published author, adjunct professor, TEDx speaker, and co-founder of the Westland Academy of Clinical Sex Therapy and Westland Therapy Group. Dr. Morgan specializes in Sex Therapy and Couples Counselling and has had a full-time private practice for over 15 years.
Each of us is equipped with the inner strength, wisdom, and the will to survive and even thrive despite the most difficult challenges of life. I treat you as an expert on your own life. Only you truly know where you have been; where you are now; and where you would like to be. I come alongside you to hold space, ask the right questions, and support you with the tried and tested tools of psychotherapy to guide you on your path to psychological wholeness. Thank you for considering my support in your healing journey. "These pains you feel are messengers. Listen to them." – Rumi.
Each of us is equipped with the inner strength, wisdom, and the will to survive and even thrive despite the most difficult challenges of life. I treat you as an expert on your own life. Only you truly know where you have been; where you are now; and where you would like to be. I come alongside you to hold space, ask the right questions, and support you with the tried and tested tools of psychotherapy to guide you on your path to psychological wholeness. Thank you for considering my support in your healing journey. "These pains you feel are messengers. Listen to them." – Rumi.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
It takes courage to seek and begin therapy, and I value and respect that. I am passionate about working with all people, however they choose to identify themselves. I work with adults, young to old. I consider each individual as a "world unto themself"; I work with your goals, your spark, your way. My goal is to help you find the tools to move towards what you most want. I'm on your side. I draw from therapies such as solution focused, trauma based, CBT and ACT. Possibility lies in the present - what we do, how we choose to act, alone and with others - this is the arena of change.
It takes courage to seek and begin therapy, and I value and respect that. I am passionate about working with all people, however they choose to identify themselves. I work with adults, young to old. I consider each individual as a "world unto themself"; I work with your goals, your spark, your way. My goal is to help you find the tools to move towards what you most want. I'm on your side. I draw from therapies such as solution focused, trauma based, CBT and ACT. Possibility lies in the present - what we do, how we choose to act, alone and with others - this is the arena of change.
Maz counselling and Psychotherapy Center
Registered Psychotherapist, CRPO, RP, CCPA
1 Endorsed
Online Only
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS & COVERED BY MOST INSURANCES** I am also a CLINICAL SUPERVISOR, and I accept new supervisees. Choosing the right therapist is an important decision in order for you to make real progress in counselling. I offers a safe, non-judgmental and supportive counselling environment that focuses on addressing your needs and achieving your objectives. I strongly believe that the best way to succeed in therapy is for us to work together as a team. Once trust is established, we will be able to work together to address your areas of concerns and find solutions that will help you realize your goals and dreams.
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS & COVERED BY MOST INSURANCES** I am also a CLINICAL SUPERVISOR, and I accept new supervisees. Choosing the right therapist is an important decision in order for you to make real progress in counselling. I offers a safe, non-judgmental and supportive counselling environment that focuses on addressing your needs and achieving your objectives. I strongly believe that the best way to succeed in therapy is for us to work together as a team. Once trust is established, we will be able to work together to address your areas of concerns and find solutions that will help you realize your goals and dreams.
My therapeutic style meets you with gentle curiosity and compassion. With your permission, I gently nudge the edges of your current thinking to support movement toward your goals. Whether you’re navigating a transition, seeking emotional clarity, longing for deeper connection, pursuing concrete goals, or exploring something hard to name, all of it is welcome. My approach is holistic—honouring mind–body unity—and strength-based, grounded in your innate capacity for growth.
My therapeutic style meets you with gentle curiosity and compassion. With your permission, I gently nudge the edges of your current thinking to support movement toward your goals. Whether you’re navigating a transition, seeking emotional clarity, longing for deeper connection, pursuing concrete goals, or exploring something hard to name, all of it is welcome. My approach is holistic—honouring mind–body unity—and strength-based, grounded in your innate capacity for growth.
You might look like you're holding it together, but inside, things feel heavier, more complicated, or harder to untangle than they should. Maybe you've tried to figure it out, push through, or make changes... but the same patterns keep showing up in your relationships, your reactions, or how you feel about yourself. If you are curious about whether this feels like a good fit, I offer a free 60-minute consultation so we can talk through what's going on and what you're looking for.
You might look like you're holding it together, but inside, things feel heavier, more complicated, or harder to untangle than they should. Maybe you've tried to figure it out, push through, or make changes... but the same patterns keep showing up in your relationships, your reactions, or how you feel about yourself. If you are curious about whether this feels like a good fit, I offer a free 60-minute consultation so we can talk through what's going on and what you're looking for.
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How does schema therapy work?
Schema therapy is based on the idea that maladaptive thought patterns formed in childhood—that other people can never be relied on, for example—can interfere with healthy functioning in adulthood. Accordingly, schema therapy works by directly targeting such unhealthy schemas, identifying their consequences, and replacing them with more adaptive ways of thinking. To this end, schema therapists aim to “reparent” the client by offering what they didn’t get in childhood—validation, for instance, or compassion—to reorient their worldview.
Is schema therapy evidence-based?
Schema therapy is still considered relatively new, and research on its efficacy is still in progress. However, some studies have concluded that it can be effective at treating certain mental health conditions, most notably personality disorders such as borderline personality disorder. Evidence for its efficacy in treating conditions like depression, anxiety, PTSD, and OCD is promising but less conclusive, and experts warn that much of the existing research is of low quality.
Is schema therapy a type of CBT?
Schema therapy is based on many principles of CBT, most notably the process of recognising and challenging maladaptive thought patterns. But because schema therapy also draws from other approaches,including psychoanalysis and Gestalt therapy, it is not considered a form of CBT. It also typically delves deeper into the client’s childhood than does CBT.
How does schema therapy work?
Schema therapy does not call for a set number of sessions and is instead open-ended, with the treatment timeline depending on the client’s primary concern(s), progress, and preferences. Treatment that lasts between six months and two years is common, though many clients will start to see progress much earlier than that.