Medication Management Therapists in Richmond, BC
Whether you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or struggling with negative thoughts, I’m here to support you in navigating life's challenges. I deeply value creating a warm, accepting, non-judgemental environment for self-exploration, where you feel truly seen, heard and understood.
I prioritize trauma-informed care and often support adults with anxiety, ADHD, relationship issues, stress/burnout, people-pleasing tendencies, substance use challenges and more.
Whether you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or struggling with negative thoughts, I’m here to support you in navigating life's challenges. I deeply value creating a warm, accepting, non-judgemental environment for self-exploration, where you feel truly seen, heard and understood.
I prioritize trauma-informed care and often support adults with anxiety, ADHD, relationship issues, stress/burnout, people-pleasing tendencies, substance use challenges and more.
Addiction Specialist, Counsellor- Internationally Certified Alcohol and Drug Counsellor (CACCF), CCCS, CCAC Certified Counsellor , Board Certified Interventionist PCB CIP. Linda continues to educate, innovate, inspire and support clients, families, about using a more collaborative approach. She has over 28 years of experience working in the addictions field. Linda's commitment to excellence in best practice guides the service provision. People's behaviors are shaped by their experiences, and each person is unique in this regard.
Addiction Specialist, Counsellor- Internationally Certified Alcohol and Drug Counsellor (CACCF), CCCS, CCAC Certified Counsellor , Board Certified Interventionist PCB CIP. Linda continues to educate, innovate, inspire and support clients, families, about using a more collaborative approach. She has over 28 years of experience working in the addictions field. Linda's commitment to excellence in best practice guides the service provision. People's behaviors are shaped by their experiences, and each person is unique in this regard.
Does a busy mind keep you from truly connecting—leaving you replaying conversations or worrying about what’s next? You might find it hard to be present with loved ones, caught in thought loops, feeling blamed, or questioning your worth. Life’s transitions—career changes, relationship shifts, or unexpected detours—can stir up overwhelming stress and anxiety. If you’re ready to quiet your inner critic, live more fully, and feel supported through life’s challenges, you're not alone—and help is available.
Does a busy mind keep you from truly connecting—leaving you replaying conversations or worrying about what’s next? You might find it hard to be present with loved ones, caught in thought loops, feeling blamed, or questioning your worth. Life’s transitions—career changes, relationship shifts, or unexpected detours—can stir up overwhelming stress and anxiety. If you’re ready to quiet your inner critic, live more fully, and feel supported through life’s challenges, you're not alone—and help is available.
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.
You look fine on the outside, but inside your nervous system is always on edge. Your mind races, your body stays tense, sleep is hard, and you’re constantly scanning for what could go wrong. You’re tired of managing anxiety and want real relief. You want to feel safe in your body, trust yourself again, and move through life without fear quietly running the show.
You look fine on the outside, but inside your nervous system is always on edge. Your mind races, your body stays tense, sleep is hard, and you’re constantly scanning for what could go wrong. You’re tired of managing anxiety and want real relief. You want to feel safe in your body, trust yourself again, and move through life without fear quietly running the show.
Life's challenges can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to face them alone. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, or major life transitions, we will navigate these challenges together with care and understanding. I offer a welcoming space where you can find support, healing, and growth at your own pace. My approach centers on helping you uncover your unique strengths and build the confidence to share them meaningfully with the world. In our work together, you'll find a compassionate environment where you can process difficult emotions, communicate openly, and work through life's complexities.
Life's challenges can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to face them alone. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, or major life transitions, we will navigate these challenges together with care and understanding. I offer a welcoming space where you can find support, healing, and growth at your own pace. My approach centers on helping you uncover your unique strengths and build the confidence to share them meaningfully with the world. In our work together, you'll find a compassionate environment where you can process difficult emotions, communicate openly, and work through life's complexities.
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Have you been feeling sad? Anxious? Been laid off or burnt out at work? Feeling addicted to something? Or having trouble managing your relationship? Let my wisdom help you find the balance between your personal goals, physical health, and relationships. I will help you build resilience, gain clarity in your purpose, and develop healthier relationships. No matter what difficulties you encounter, let me be your collaborator, confidant and guide.
Have you been feeling sad? Anxious? Been laid off or burnt out at work? Feeling addicted to something? Or having trouble managing your relationship? Let my wisdom help you find the balance between your personal goals, physical health, and relationships. I will help you build resilience, gain clarity in your purpose, and develop healthier relationships. No matter what difficulties you encounter, let me be your collaborator, confidant and guide.
As a registered professional who began my career as a psychiatric nurse, I value research based approaches and personalized client care in my practice. I work from an eclectic and collaborative approach with each client to ensure that client's feel heard, seen and included throughout their therapeutic journey. I work with kids, teens and adults that have struggled with mental health issues, including psychiatric diagnosis, as well as individuals who have experienced trauma, discrimination, gender identity related issues, and domestic violence recovery.
As a registered professional who began my career as a psychiatric nurse, I value research based approaches and personalized client care in my practice. I work from an eclectic and collaborative approach with each client to ensure that client's feel heard, seen and included throughout their therapeutic journey. I work with kids, teens and adults that have struggled with mental health issues, including psychiatric diagnosis, as well as individuals who have experienced trauma, discrimination, gender identity related issues, and domestic violence recovery.
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.
Dr. Jo-Ann Leavey TelePsychology Virtual Clinic
Psychologist, NP, EdD, C Psych, LLD hc
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Focusing on the person, mental health, and wellness, Leavey TelePsychology Clinic provides psychological counselling for young adults, adults, and seniors. Specialties include providing services for emerging mental health problems, adult ADHD assessments, general life challenges; stressful school, home, community, relationship, workplace, and traumatic circumstances; and behavioural problems interfering with life function. Services are provided through 1:1, couples, family, and group therapy. Patients are seen through the Ontario TeleMedicine Network (OTN), a virtual platform.
Focusing on the person, mental health, and wellness, Leavey TelePsychology Clinic provides psychological counselling for young adults, adults, and seniors. Specialties include providing services for emerging mental health problems, adult ADHD assessments, general life challenges; stressful school, home, community, relationship, workplace, and traumatic circumstances; and behavioural problems interfering with life function. Services are provided through 1:1, couples, family, and group therapy. Patients are seen through the Ontario TeleMedicine Network (OTN), a virtual platform.
Currently Offering a weekly online Neurodivergent Drop-In Group at Liminal Space Counselling! Learn about a variety of topics that affect neurodivergent people. See the Liminal Space Counselling website for details.
Currently Offering a weekly online Neurodivergent Drop-In Group at Liminal Space Counselling! Learn about a variety of topics that affect neurodivergent people. See the Liminal Space Counselling website for details.
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.
Life can be overwhelming when we’re juggling multiple responsibilities while taking care of ourselves and others. Particularly when something unexpected arises, our balance can be disturbed. Navigating life’s challenges can also become more intense when hidden parts of ourselves, or others, arise and dominate situations, making them hard to understand. In these times, it is not surprising that so many people turn to therapy for illumination and support.
Life can be overwhelming when we’re juggling multiple responsibilities while taking care of ourselves and others. Particularly when something unexpected arises, our balance can be disturbed. Navigating life’s challenges can also become more intense when hidden parts of ourselves, or others, arise and dominate situations, making them hard to understand. In these times, it is not surprising that so many people turn to therapy for illumination and support.
I am dedicated to helping my clients deal with their difficult experiences and struggles in life. I compassionately support and guide my clients to discover their untapped strengths and resources so they can attain their greatest potential and find deeper meaning in life. I work with children, adolescents, adults and families to help bring about healing, growth and change. Building on a framework of warmth, empathy and compassion, my goal is to create an atmosphere in which you feel safe to explore even the most difficult areas of your life. My services are covered by most insurance companies and I direct bill to ICBC, CVAP & FNHA.
I am dedicated to helping my clients deal with their difficult experiences and struggles in life. I compassionately support and guide my clients to discover their untapped strengths and resources so they can attain their greatest potential and find deeper meaning in life. I work with children, adolescents, adults and families to help bring about healing, growth and change. Building on a framework of warmth, empathy and compassion, my goal is to create an atmosphere in which you feel safe to explore even the most difficult areas of your life. My services are covered by most insurance companies and I direct bill to ICBC, CVAP & FNHA.
Counselling offers an opportunity for insight, growth and change. It can be a source of support and hope in times of difficulty or crisis. I believe in having a client- centered and strength based approach as well. I work with families, children, individuals and couples. My specializations include: suicide prevention and assessment, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship concerns, parenting, grief, and ADHD. As each client is different and unique, I use an approach that works best for you. In my practice, I integrates techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, emotion focused therapy and solution focused therapy.
Counselling offers an opportunity for insight, growth and change. It can be a source of support and hope in times of difficulty or crisis. I believe in having a client- centered and strength based approach as well. I work with families, children, individuals and couples. My specializations include: suicide prevention and assessment, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship concerns, parenting, grief, and ADHD. As each client is different and unique, I use an approach that works best for you. In my practice, I integrates techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, emotion focused therapy and solution focused therapy.
Dr Emma Louise Thompson is a UK-trained Psychologist and Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) practising in British Columbia, Canada. With professional backgrounds in psychology, mental health nursing, general nursing, and healthcare leadership, she brings a broad and integrated perspective to clinical practice.
Emma works with adolescents, adults, families, and professionals experiencing emotional, behavioural, relational, and life-transition challenges. Her approach combines evidence-based therapeutic interventions with compassion, practicality, and a strong focus on helping patients achieve meaningful and lasting change.
Dr Emma Louise Thompson is a UK-trained Psychologist and Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) practising in British Columbia, Canada. With professional backgrounds in psychology, mental health nursing, general nursing, and healthcare leadership, she brings a broad and integrated perspective to clinical practice.
Emma works with adolescents, adults, families, and professionals experiencing emotional, behavioural, relational, and life-transition challenges. Her approach combines evidence-based therapeutic interventions with compassion, practicality, and a strong focus on helping patients achieve meaningful and lasting change.
Dr. Lior Ben- Avraham Counselling & Supervision
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, DSW, RCSW
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V6Z
You may feel weighed down by anxiety, depression, or trauma; feel disconnected in your relationships; or face identity questions, life transitions, or burnout. Many of my clients are navigating the stress of being “different”- as LGBTQ+, immigrants, professionals under pressure, or simply people carrying invisible burdens. You want relief from shame, confusion, or isolation, and a space where you can be understood without judgment. You may long for clarity about who you really are, healthier connections, or the ability to live more authentically. My role is to support you in rediscovering resilience, meaning, and self-confidence.
You may feel weighed down by anxiety, depression, or trauma; feel disconnected in your relationships; or face identity questions, life transitions, or burnout. Many of my clients are navigating the stress of being “different”- as LGBTQ+, immigrants, professionals under pressure, or simply people carrying invisible burdens. You want relief from shame, confusion, or isolation, and a space where you can be understood without judgment. You may long for clarity about who you really are, healthier connections, or the ability to live more authentically. My role is to support you in rediscovering resilience, meaning, and self-confidence.
It is my firm belief that everyone deserves someone to talk to, and to pour out what has been long kept in their heart, body, mind, spirit, and soul. It is with that belief, that I offer my skills, and trained ear as a counselor, in order to help you navigate through this situation that you are finding yourself going through. You are never alone. Although it may feel like this at this very moment, you are stronger than you think that you are. Real strength, in my opinion, is being able to be vulnerable, being able to disclose a hidden problem or area of great pain, and to deal with this 'head on', and with someone who can help you.
It is my firm belief that everyone deserves someone to talk to, and to pour out what has been long kept in their heart, body, mind, spirit, and soul. It is with that belief, that I offer my skills, and trained ear as a counselor, in order to help you navigate through this situation that you are finding yourself going through. You are never alone. Although it may feel like this at this very moment, you are stronger than you think that you are. Real strength, in my opinion, is being able to be vulnerable, being able to disclose a hidden problem or area of great pain, and to deal with this 'head on', and with someone who can help you.
We all live complex lives and are having to face an ever-changing environment. This can be immensely stressful. We all experience challenges in our lives but we do not always have the clarity or skills to effectively navigate our way through them. We then either get stuck or continue to go through life living on auto-pilot. To create a meaningful life, we need to reconnect with ourselves, the things we value and fine tune our skills to attain our goals. Working through challenges in our past or those in the present in a supportive, therapeutic environment can help us build a fuller and more meaningful life.
We all live complex lives and are having to face an ever-changing environment. This can be immensely stressful. We all experience challenges in our lives but we do not always have the clarity or skills to effectively navigate our way through them. We then either get stuck or continue to go through life living on auto-pilot. To create a meaningful life, we need to reconnect with ourselves, the things we value and fine tune our skills to attain our goals. Working through challenges in our past or those in the present in a supportive, therapeutic environment can help us build a fuller and more meaningful life.
Healing is possible and no one should have to carry their pain alone. At Aurora Therapeutics, we offer trauma-focused therapy and mental health services for individuals seeking to overcome past trauma and reclaim a sense of self.
Healing is possible and no one should have to carry their pain alone. At Aurora Therapeutics, we offer trauma-focused therapy and mental health services for individuals seeking to overcome past trauma and reclaim a sense of self.
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What are the most effective ways to manage medications?
One of the most effective ways a patient can manage their medications is to keep a list of each drug and dosage they take. Such a list can be helpful in keeping to their schedule and can also be something they bring to their psychiatrist or other physician so that the healthcare provider has a clear picture of what they’re taking and in what quantity. Using a pill organiser can be useful for memory and organisation. Patients should discuss their medications and their effects at every appointment.
What are the risks if medications are not managed properly?
A suboptimal approach to medication management can lead to potentially harmful health outcomes. Most psychiatric drugs have side effects, and if a patient is not aware of them, they may seek additional medical help or over the counter or prescription drugs to treat the side effects, which may have its own side effects, a process called “prescription cascade.” Another risk to disorganisation is that a psychiatrist without full knowledge of a patient’s regimen could prescribe a medication that should not be mixed with a patient’s existing drugs.
What’s the best way to encourage someone to get help managing their medications?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing medication management as a tool for improving their life and avoiding dangerous side effects. Offering specific examples of an individual’s failure to properly manage their medication regimen should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to break management down into parts, and there are several apps that can be used to organize which drugs are ingested, when they need to be refilled, and how they should be stored.
Are there natural treatments that can replace medications?
While there are many medications that can be vital to mental health, there are some natural lifestyle changes that can help reduce the need for drugs. Regular exercise, good sleep habits, a healthy diet, and therapy can all go a long way in symptom relief. Psychiatric medications typically treat symptoms but do not necessarily treat the cause of the condition. Many clinicians consider medications an adjunct to treatment rather than a treatment in and of itself.