Family Therapists in Port Hardy, BC
New Clients are welcome, both young and old (individuals, couples, families).
I offer space and guidance to reflect, learn, and heal. If you are anxious, grieving, addicted, or struggling, life can seem impossible. Change is hard, but inside you there’s strength. I will help you find your way forward. If you're feeling uncertain, overwhelmed, or isolated, counselling can offer support during challenging times.
New Clients are welcome, both young and old (individuals, couples, families).
I offer space and guidance to reflect, learn, and heal. If you are anxious, grieving, addicted, or struggling, life can seem impossible. Change is hard, but inside you there’s strength. I will help you find your way forward. If you're feeling uncertain, overwhelmed, or isolated, counselling can offer support during challenging times.
Through a caring, respectful and collaborative relationship we will work together to rediscover and develop strengths and resiliency as you work towards your goals. I hold a strong belief in our innate wholeness as individuals. It is only the twists and turns of life’s path that sometimes makes this wholeness difficult to see. I hold a Masters degree in counselling psychology and am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC).
Through a caring, respectful and collaborative relationship we will work together to rediscover and develop strengths and resiliency as you work towards your goals. I hold a strong belief in our innate wholeness as individuals. It is only the twists and turns of life’s path that sometimes makes this wholeness difficult to see. I hold a Masters degree in counselling psychology and am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC).
Hi, as an experienced Registered Counsellor (23 years) & as a Certified EMDR Therapist, I am passionate about helping others find resolution, healing & happiness in their lives. Working in both English and French, I offer individual counselling & expertise in EMDR Therapy to provide support to overcome anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and self-esteem issues, & more. My approach has been honed through continuous study, and over many years of experience in the field.
Hi, as an experienced Registered Counsellor (23 years) & as a Certified EMDR Therapist, I am passionate about helping others find resolution, healing & happiness in their lives. Working in both English and French, I offer individual counselling & expertise in EMDR Therapy to provide support to overcome anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and self-esteem issues, & more. My approach has been honed through continuous study, and over many years of experience in the field.
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Carla is a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor offering warm, person-centred, DBT-informed support for individuals, couples, and families.
You know something needs to change—but you’re not sure how. Whether it’s ADHD, emotional overwhelm, or relationship stress, I offer practical DBT-based tools to help you regulate, connect, and break old patterns. I support individuals, couples, and prenatal/postpartum clients.
Carla is a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor offering warm, person-centred, DBT-informed support for individuals, couples, and families.
You know something needs to change—but you’re not sure how. Whether it’s ADHD, emotional overwhelm, or relationship stress, I offer practical DBT-based tools to help you regulate, connect, and break old patterns. I support individuals, couples, and prenatal/postpartum clients.
I draw upon various modalities, such as Internal Family Systems, Polyvagal-Informed Therapy, Somatic-Informed Therapy, Narrative Therapy, EMDR, Brainspotting, Hypnotherapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, and other trauma-focused interventions.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist and a Canadian Certified Counsellor. My goal is to work collaboratively with you based on your specific goals and needs with an emphasis on building a strong therapeutic relationship and creating a safe environment. I provide psychotherapy services to explore concerns relating, but not limited to, various forms of trauma and abuse, dissociative disorders, interpersonal relationships/attachment difficulties, substance use, self-esteem, identity, depression, anxiety, and chronic illness.
I draw upon various modalities, such as Internal Family Systems, Polyvagal-Informed Therapy, Somatic-Informed Therapy, Narrative Therapy, EMDR, Brainspotting, Hypnotherapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, and other trauma-focused interventions.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist and a Canadian Certified Counsellor. My goal is to work collaboratively with you based on your specific goals and needs with an emphasis on building a strong therapeutic relationship and creating a safe environment. I provide psychotherapy services to explore concerns relating, but not limited to, various forms of trauma and abuse, dissociative disorders, interpersonal relationships/attachment difficulties, substance use, self-esteem, identity, depression, anxiety, and chronic illness.
Trauma impacts how we see the world, navigate through our experiences, and connect with others. While you are not the product of a single experience or relationship, sometimes one experience can feel so overwhelming that it overtakes over all others. Together, you can start to move towards a life where this problem or memory is no longer an obstacle.
Trauma impacts how we see the world, navigate through our experiences, and connect with others. While you are not the product of a single experience or relationship, sometimes one experience can feel so overwhelming that it overtakes over all others. Together, you can start to move towards a life where this problem or memory is no longer an obstacle.
Seeking therapy is a sign of a personal strength, not a weakness. It takes awareness in our lives and courage to be able to reach out for help. Often people who engage in therapy are actually doing well in life but would like to do better in one area or another. I believe that the client is the expert on them and it is my role to support them to reach the goals that they set. Now excepting virtual clients in British Columbia.
Seeking therapy is a sign of a personal strength, not a weakness. It takes awareness in our lives and courage to be able to reach out for help. Often people who engage in therapy are actually doing well in life but would like to do better in one area or another. I believe that the client is the expert on them and it is my role to support them to reach the goals that they set. Now excepting virtual clients in British Columbia.
My areas of focus include:
Stress & Burnout
Anxiety & Overwhelm
Relationships & Communication
Depression
Trauma
Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating
Grief and Loss
Anger
Family Issues
Attachment wounds
I recognize that each person is unique, and tailor the counseling process to address the whole person.
I work from a client-centred perspective, tailoring our sessions to your goals, preferences, and pace. Together, we’ll explore practical strategies to help you manage difficult emotions, improve your relationships, and build resilience.
By drawing from evidence-based methods like CBT, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Nature-Based Counselling, I help you gain
My areas of focus include:
Stress & Burnout
Anxiety & Overwhelm
Relationships & Communication
Depression
Trauma
Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating
Grief and Loss
Anger
Family Issues
Attachment wounds
I recognize that each person is unique, and tailor the counseling process to address the whole person.
I work from a client-centred perspective, tailoring our sessions to your goals, preferences, and pace. Together, we’ll explore practical strategies to help you manage difficult emotions, improve your relationships, and build resilience.
By drawing from evidence-based methods like CBT, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Nature-Based Counselling, I help you gain
I'm a counsellor with 15 years of experience and specialized training in supporting people through complex grief, trauma, anxiety/depression, and relationship challenges, including LGBTQIA2S+, BIPOC, and non-monogamous people's lived experiences. If you're grieving a major loss, facing big life transitions, trauma, anxiety, depression, overwhelming emotions, relationship issues, or are seeking deeper balance, meaning and purpose in your life, don't hesitate to reach out for support.
I'm currently accepting new clients for individual in-person sessions in Vancouver and Squamish, and online sessions from anywhere in BC or ON!
I'm a counsellor with 15 years of experience and specialized training in supporting people through complex grief, trauma, anxiety/depression, and relationship challenges, including LGBTQIA2S+, BIPOC, and non-monogamous people's lived experiences. If you're grieving a major loss, facing big life transitions, trauma, anxiety, depression, overwhelming emotions, relationship issues, or are seeking deeper balance, meaning and purpose in your life, don't hesitate to reach out for support.
I'm currently accepting new clients for individual in-person sessions in Vancouver and Squamish, and online sessions from anywhere in BC or ON!
Postgraduate family therapy internship with Dr David Freeman 1993 - 1999 and Jungian Psychology training with Dr David Roomy 1998- 2005.
I have immense gratitude to be a psychotherapist for over thirty years and still feel a sense of awe in the strength and resilience and wisdom inherent in each person I meet. My role as a psychotherapist is to help you access the wisdom inside you so that you may heal from what has prevented you from being in a place of peace and contentment in yourself. Together we will transform loss, trauma, and life transitions into new hope and possibilities. It's about bringing more joy and creativity into each day and having more presence in all the moments of your life. As a seasoned therapist, I am ready to be with you on this journey.
Postgraduate family therapy internship with Dr David Freeman 1993 - 1999 and Jungian Psychology training with Dr David Roomy 1998- 2005.
I have immense gratitude to be a psychotherapist for over thirty years and still feel a sense of awe in the strength and resilience and wisdom inherent in each person I meet. My role as a psychotherapist is to help you access the wisdom inside you so that you may heal from what has prevented you from being in a place of peace and contentment in yourself. Together we will transform loss, trauma, and life transitions into new hope and possibilities. It's about bringing more joy and creativity into each day and having more presence in all the moments of your life. As a seasoned therapist, I am ready to be with you on this journey.
I draw on a variety of mind-body approaches including internal family systems work, attachment-based therapy, emotions-focused therapy, narrative therapy, as well as other integrative approaches.
Meaningful relationships are everything to me and a big part of why I became a therapist. When we feel safe, heard, and understood, we can work through challenging emotions and feel more connected to the different parts of ourselves.
Whether you’ve experienced trauma, anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, identity shifts, or just need an open ear, I’m here to support you on your healing journey.
We will explore thoughts, patterns, and emotions and help you understand what your nervous system needs to feel more safe, regulated, and resourced in times of stress or conflict.
I draw on a variety of mind-body approaches including internal family systems work, attachment-based therapy, emotions-focused therapy, narrative therapy, as well as other integrative approaches.
Meaningful relationships are everything to me and a big part of why I became a therapist. When we feel safe, heard, and understood, we can work through challenging emotions and feel more connected to the different parts of ourselves.
Whether you’ve experienced trauma, anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, identity shifts, or just need an open ear, I’m here to support you on your healing journey.
We will explore thoughts, patterns, and emotions and help you understand what your nervous system needs to feel more safe, regulated, and resourced in times of stress or conflict.
I believe life’s most difficult moments are an opportunity and gift - guiding our way to the life and experiences we’ve ultimately been looking for. With a linear, logical, yet creative mind, crossed with a deeply open and compassionate heart, I hold space for you to align with your deepest truth. Together, there is room to look at all areas of life - increasing intimacy and connection in your relationships, working through business or career challenges, reducing anxiety, healthy expression of anger, sadness and other emotions, and learning to move more smoothly through resistance, fear, and life transitions.
I believe life’s most difficult moments are an opportunity and gift - guiding our way to the life and experiences we’ve ultimately been looking for. With a linear, logical, yet creative mind, crossed with a deeply open and compassionate heart, I hold space for you to align with your deepest truth. Together, there is room to look at all areas of life - increasing intimacy and connection in your relationships, working through business or career challenges, reducing anxiety, healthy expression of anger, sadness and other emotions, and learning to move more smoothly through resistance, fear, and life transitions.
You’re feeling stuck. Alone. Like no one could possibly understand what you’re going through. But you know deep down that talk therapy alone won’t cut it. You’re craving something more real, more embodied, and more connected.
I live and practice in the beautiful mountain town of Squamish, BC. Inspired by nature.
You’re feeling stuck. Alone. Like no one could possibly understand what you’re going through. But you know deep down that talk therapy alone won’t cut it. You’re craving something more real, more embodied, and more connected.
I live and practice in the beautiful mountain town of Squamish, BC. Inspired by nature.
Sometimes people reach a point where they realize that the things they've always done to get by just aren't working anymore. You might be feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, disconnected from yourself, or stuck repeating the same patterns and wondering why things never seem to change. I work with adults navigating trauma, addiction and recovery, grief and loss, relationship challenges, narcissistic abuse, anxiety, and major life transitions. Together, we make sense of what's happening, build practical tools, and work toward meaningful change that actually fits your life.
Sometimes people reach a point where they realize that the things they've always done to get by just aren't working anymore. You might be feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, disconnected from yourself, or stuck repeating the same patterns and wondering why things never seem to change. I work with adults navigating trauma, addiction and recovery, grief and loss, relationship challenges, narcissistic abuse, anxiety, and major life transitions. Together, we make sense of what's happening, build practical tools, and work toward meaningful change that actually fits your life.
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I am limiting my practice to people interested in using and learning my Natural State Restoration method. I will also always have a place for survivors of maternal incest.
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I am limiting my practice to people interested in using and learning my Natural State Restoration method. I will also always have a place for survivors of maternal incest.
As a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor (RTC), Nina has been helping people break through their inner barriers to find clarity and well-being for over fifteen years. Specializing in relational-based therapy, addictions, and mindful parenting, she skillfully guides her clients through critical decisions and transitions in their lives, including divorce, separation, loss and the many manifestations of emotional trauma and anxiety.
As a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor (RTC), Nina has been helping people break through their inner barriers to find clarity and well-being for over fifteen years. Specializing in relational-based therapy, addictions, and mindful parenting, she skillfully guides her clients through critical decisions and transitions in their lives, including divorce, separation, loss and the many manifestations of emotional trauma and anxiety.
In respectful, non-judgmental & therapeutic collaboration, we can work together to get you to where you and/or your family would like to be.
Life has a way of challenging us in ways that can stop even the strongest of us in our tracks. Increased stress, sudden life changes, anxiety, unresolved trauma.... many things can trigger disruptive behaviours and emotions that throw us off-base, damage our health and relationships, or simply hold us back. If your mental or emotional well-being, your relationships with others or with yourself, or your ability to deal with problems is out of balance – whatever the issue or stumbling block, a safe therapeutic relationship can help you return to, or develop a greater sense of ease and well-being.
In respectful, non-judgmental & therapeutic collaboration, we can work together to get you to where you and/or your family would like to be.
Life has a way of challenging us in ways that can stop even the strongest of us in our tracks. Increased stress, sudden life changes, anxiety, unresolved trauma.... many things can trigger disruptive behaviours and emotions that throw us off-base, damage our health and relationships, or simply hold us back. If your mental or emotional well-being, your relationships with others or with yourself, or your ability to deal with problems is out of balance – whatever the issue or stumbling block, a safe therapeutic relationship can help you return to, or develop a greater sense of ease and well-being.
Reaching out for support can feel intimidating (and honestly, a bit overwhelming). A compassionate, supportive therapeutic relationship can make that first step feel less heavy.
I’m a counsellor with a deep curiosity about the human experience and a genuine respect for each person’s unique story — no two are the same, and I don’t believe they should be treated that way.
I take a collaborative approach, working alongside you rather than “fixing” you, to support a life that feels aligned with who you truly are. I support individuals in building lives that reflect balance, meaning, and purpose.
Reaching out for support can feel intimidating (and honestly, a bit overwhelming). A compassionate, supportive therapeutic relationship can make that first step feel less heavy.
I’m a counsellor with a deep curiosity about the human experience and a genuine respect for each person’s unique story — no two are the same, and I don’t believe they should be treated that way.
I take a collaborative approach, working alongside you rather than “fixing” you, to support a life that feels aligned with who you truly are. I support individuals in building lives that reflect balance, meaning, and purpose.
I offer a combination of EMDR, nervous system regulation techniques, and talk therapy methods like Internal Family Systems to help you rewire unhelpful patterns at the root.
You feel stuck. Your nervous system is in overdrive, and no matter what you try—self-care, distractions, pushing through—it feels like something keeps pulling you back.
Maybe it’s anxiety, trauma, or depression that won’t loosen its grip. Perhaps you feel numb, disconnected, or constantly on edge. If your strategies haven't worked, it’s not because you’re not trying hard enough, it’s because your nervous system needs a different approach.
I offer a combination of EMDR, nervous system regulation techniques, and talk therapy methods like Internal Family Systems to help you rewire unhelpful patterns at the root.
You feel stuck. Your nervous system is in overdrive, and no matter what you try—self-care, distractions, pushing through—it feels like something keeps pulling you back.
Maybe it’s anxiety, trauma, or depression that won’t loosen its grip. Perhaps you feel numb, disconnected, or constantly on edge. If your strategies haven't worked, it’s not because you’re not trying hard enough, it’s because your nervous system needs a different approach.
My therapy approach is relational and collaborative. Feeling comfortable and connected is when therapy is most effective. My goal is to support you to understand yourself and what you need; to come back home to yourself. I tend to work with folks who aren’t feeling satisfied with their quality of life. This may show up as perfectionism, lack of motivation, hyper-independence, people pleasing tendencies, imposter syndrome etc. I have experience working in healthcare, not for profit, and private settings.
My therapy approach is relational and collaborative. Feeling comfortable and connected is when therapy is most effective. My goal is to support you to understand yourself and what you need; to come back home to yourself. I tend to work with folks who aren’t feeling satisfied with their quality of life. This may show up as perfectionism, lack of motivation, hyper-independence, people pleasing tendencies, imposter syndrome etc. I have experience working in healthcare, not for profit, and private settings.
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What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.