Therapists for Toddlers in Richmond, BC
Does your child or adolescent struggle with ADHD, Behavioral issues, Motivation, Decision Making, Anger Management, Shyness, Anxiety or other type of Social-Emotional issue? Positive Kids is a revolutionary concept created by experts of Emotional Intelligence. We help children label and identify their emotions, manage their emotions and ultimately regulate their emotions. Our program results in a child or adolescent who has more self control, better interpersonal skills and increased IQ. Our curriculum focuses on using cognitive and emotional tools to help children who may struggle with the issues above.
Does your child or adolescent struggle with ADHD, Behavioral issues, Motivation, Decision Making, Anger Management, Shyness, Anxiety or other type of Social-Emotional issue? Positive Kids is a revolutionary concept created by experts of Emotional Intelligence. We help children label and identify their emotions, manage their emotions and ultimately regulate their emotions. Our program results in a child or adolescent who has more self control, better interpersonal skills and increased IQ. Our curriculum focuses on using cognitive and emotional tools to help children who may struggle with the issues above.
很多人在面對焦慮、工作壓力、人際關係、移民適應或人生轉變時，表面看似堅強，內心卻承受著孤單與疲憊。我相信，每個人都有與生俱來的復原能力，只要在安全及被理解的環境下，便能重新與自己建立連結，找回內在的平靜與力量。
Originally trained as a social justice lawyer, I understand how overwhelming life can feel when you're facing chronic stress, relationship struggles, caregiving demands, immigration, or legal challenges. I work alongside clients to help them reconnect with their inner strengths and move toward a more authentic and fulfilling life
很多人在面對焦慮、工作壓力、人際關係、移民適應或人生轉變時，表面看似堅強，內心卻承受著孤單與疲憊。我相信，每個人都有與生俱來的復原能力，只要在安全及被理解的環境下，便能重新與自己建立連結，找回內在的平靜與力量。
Originally trained as a social justice lawyer, I understand how overwhelming life can feel when you're facing chronic stress, relationship struggles, caregiving demands, immigration, or legal challenges. I work alongside clients to help them reconnect with their inner strengths and move toward a more authentic and fulfilling life
Are you working endlessly to fix everything in your life — parenting your children, pushing yourself at work, managing relationships — yet still feeling drained and lonely inside? Do you quietly long for someone who truly understands your suffering, but when reaching out, you end up receiving advice that makes you feel judged and lonely? Do you wonder what it would feel like to live a life that’s genuinely self-directed — free from pressure, expectations, and constant striving? Many people assume counselling is slow or just small talk — but in reality, it can be the most effective “quick fix” to your stress and exhaustion.
Are you working endlessly to fix everything in your life — parenting your children, pushing yourself at work, managing relationships — yet still feeling drained and lonely inside? Do you quietly long for someone who truly understands your suffering, but when reaching out, you end up receiving advice that makes you feel judged and lonely? Do you wonder what it would feel like to live a life that’s genuinely self-directed — free from pressure, expectations, and constant striving? Many people assume counselling is slow or just small talk — but in reality, it can be the most effective “quick fix” to your stress and exhaustion.
I work with clients of all ages and backgrounds on a range of issues. I see individuals, couples, and families, many who feel something is stuck or not working the way it should, and would like to move toward change.
I work with clients of all ages and backgrounds on a range of issues. I see individuals, couples, and families, many who feel something is stuck or not working the way it should, and would like to move toward change.
Maybe you're navigating work/school stress, relationships, parenthood, or neurodivergence — or perhaps you're a parent concerned about your child’s social-emotional skills, ADHD, autism, depression, or anxiety. Through genuine compassion and empathy, I help children, youth, and adults identify challenges, learn coping strategies, and nurture change.
Maybe you're navigating work/school stress, relationships, parenthood, or neurodivergence — or perhaps you're a parent concerned about your child’s social-emotional skills, ADHD, autism, depression, or anxiety. Through genuine compassion and empathy, I help children, youth, and adults identify challenges, learn coping strategies, and nurture change.
Welcome to the first step of your journey to flourishing mental health with me. I look forward to supporting you while you explore, reflect, and find the ideal self you would like to become psychologically, physically, and spiritually. I believe in a world where people achieve flourishing mental health. To do so, I am helping individuals such as yourself one at a time to gain more control of their lives and to become versions of themselves they envision. I promise to try my best to treat you with absolute worth, to respect your autonomy, and to give you the therapy experience you want using Directing, Following, or Guiding Style.
Welcome to the first step of your journey to flourishing mental health with me. I look forward to supporting you while you explore, reflect, and find the ideal self you would like to become psychologically, physically, and spiritually. I believe in a world where people achieve flourishing mental health. To do so, I am helping individuals such as yourself one at a time to gain more control of their lives and to become versions of themselves they envision. I promise to try my best to treat you with absolute worth, to respect your autonomy, and to give you the therapy experience you want using Directing, Following, or Guiding Style.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor who helps children and adults navigate the emotional and relational challenges that arise from stress, trauma, and difficult life experiences. My approach is grounded in warmth, connection, and trauma-informed care, with an emphasis on helping clients feel seen and supported throughout their healing process.
My clinical work draws from Trauma-Informed Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Emotion-Focused Therapy approaches.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor who helps children and adults navigate the emotional and relational challenges that arise from stress, trauma, and difficult life experiences. My approach is grounded in warmth, connection, and trauma-informed care, with an emphasis on helping clients feel seen and supported throughout their healing process.
My clinical work draws from Trauma-Informed Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Emotion-Focused Therapy approaches.
Our practice supports children and families navigating emotional and behavioral challenges. We often see children who find it difficult to express complex feelings through words alone, often leading to frustration or withdrawal at home or school. By using play—the natural language of children—we provide a safe, therapeutic space where they can process experiences, develop coping skills, and build emotional resilience. Our goal is to help families move forward by strengthening the parent-child bond and fostering a more harmonious home environment
Our practice supports children and families navigating emotional and behavioral challenges. We often see children who find it difficult to express complex feelings through words alone, often leading to frustration or withdrawal at home or school. By using play—the natural language of children—we provide a safe, therapeutic space where they can process experiences, develop coping skills, and build emotional resilience. Our goal is to help families move forward by strengthening the parent-child bond and fostering a more harmonious home environment
Sometimes we’ve been wounded. We are bitter and end up in hard places. We are in relationships that have grown painful, disappointing, even hopeless. It seems there are insurmountable chasms, and we are stuck with nowhere to go. Sometimes the hard places consume all our joy, and we are simply numb. Our emotions have dried up, and we no longer feel. At other times, the hard places can trigger fear, desperation, or panic attacks.
Sometimes we’ve been wounded. We are bitter and end up in hard places. We are in relationships that have grown painful, disappointing, even hopeless. It seems there are insurmountable chasms, and we are stuck with nowhere to go. Sometimes the hard places consume all our joy, and we are simply numb. Our emotions have dried up, and we no longer feel. At other times, the hard places can trigger fear, desperation, or panic attacks.
Do you feel like your anxiety rules your mind and you have no control? You may constantly battle racing thoughts, struggling to focus, and feeling restless. While striving for excellence and witnessing others' success, you're often left feeling anxious, inadequate, and behind. As a high achiever and perfectionist, even when you perform well and receive praise, you still doubt your achievements, feeling like an imposter or as though there's more you should be doing. Communicating your feelings and needs to others is incredibly challenging because you feel guilty asking for help and fear you may burden others.
Do you feel like your anxiety rules your mind and you have no control? You may constantly battle racing thoughts, struggling to focus, and feeling restless. While striving for excellence and witnessing others' success, you're often left feeling anxious, inadequate, and behind. As a high achiever and perfectionist, even when you perform well and receive praise, you still doubt your achievements, feeling like an imposter or as though there's more you should be doing. Communicating your feelings and needs to others is incredibly challenging because you feel guilty asking for help and fear you may burden others.
I work primarily with parents and caregivers of emotionally sensitive, anxious, neurodivergent, or behaviourally reactive children. Many families come feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to best support their child through meltdowns, anxiety, emotional outbursts, school stress, or family conflict. My approach is warm, reflective, collaborative, and neurodiversity-affirming. I help families better understand the emotional, developmental and relational needs underlying a child's behaviours, while also supporting parents in building practical, sustainable strategies that strengthen connection, co-regulation & confidence over time
I work primarily with parents and caregivers of emotionally sensitive, anxious, neurodivergent, or behaviourally reactive children. Many families come feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to best support their child through meltdowns, anxiety, emotional outbursts, school stress, or family conflict. My approach is warm, reflective, collaborative, and neurodiversity-affirming. I help families better understand the emotional, developmental and relational needs underlying a child's behaviours, while also supporting parents in building practical, sustainable strategies that strengthen connection, co-regulation & confidence over time
Shalene Takara is a Registered Clinical Counsellor - Approved Clinical Supervisor (RCC-ACS) and owner of Safe Space Counselling Services in Vancouver, BC, Canada. She holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and has been working in the field of mental health since 2009. Since 2012, she has been providing individual, couples and family therapy in nonprofit, agency and private-practice settings. She specializes in helping individuals, couples, parents and families overcome trauma, strengthen relationships, heal from family-of-origin issues, and support social and emotional well-being and development.
Shalene Takara is a Registered Clinical Counsellor - Approved Clinical Supervisor (RCC-ACS) and owner of Safe Space Counselling Services in Vancouver, BC, Canada. She holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and has been working in the field of mental health since 2009. Since 2012, she has been providing individual, couples and family therapy in nonprofit, agency and private-practice settings. She specializes in helping individuals, couples, parents and families overcome trauma, strengthen relationships, heal from family-of-origin issues, and support social and emotional well-being and development.
Are you looking for help but also tired of talking, or want to boost the benefits you get from talk therapy? Do you rely on quick and effective brain processing for your work, sport, creativity, or hobbies? Are you feeling reactive or activated and would like just that moment’s pause before taking action? Our clients report handling stress better and improved focus, sleep and mood, and a host of other shifts. We use EEG technology to collect information about your brain's electrical activity, then offer feedback as sound interruptions, to train your brain toward optimal function. It's easy access, low barrier, and ok for everyone.
Are you looking for help but also tired of talking, or want to boost the benefits you get from talk therapy? Do you rely on quick and effective brain processing for your work, sport, creativity, or hobbies? Are you feeling reactive or activated and would like just that moment’s pause before taking action? Our clients report handling stress better and improved focus, sleep and mood, and a host of other shifts. We use EEG technology to collect information about your brain's electrical activity, then offer feedback as sound interruptions, to train your brain toward optimal function. It's easy access, low barrier, and ok for everyone.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor fluent in English and Mandarin and hold a master’s degree in counselling from City University of Seattle, Vancouver. I have been in the field of helping people for over a decade, and that’s where my passion is. I have specifically assisted divorced/separated families for over eight years. I have a deep understanding of such a situation's dynamics, special needs, and difficulties and have my whole heart towards it. I also understand well about immigration families from my background. Although I spent my adulthood here, I have never forgotten my roots. With a gentle and warm approach,
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor fluent in English and Mandarin and hold a master’s degree in counselling from City University of Seattle, Vancouver. I have been in the field of helping people for over a decade, and that’s where my passion is. I have specifically assisted divorced/separated families for over eight years. I have a deep understanding of such a situation's dynamics, special needs, and difficulties and have my whole heart towards it. I also understand well about immigration families from my background. Although I spent my adulthood here, I have never forgotten my roots. With a gentle and warm approach,
Nathalie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW, RPT-S
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If your child or teen is struggling with anxiety, grief, or trauma, you may feel unsure how to best support them. Therapy can give your child a healing space to process their feelings, develop coping skills, and heal from trauma, while also giving you tools to feel more confident in guiding them.
You may find yourself needing care, too. If you are a parent carrying the weight of your own anxiety, past trauma, or grief, I offer a compassionate space where your story is heard and your strengths are nurtured. Whether you’re seeking counselling for your child or yourself, we can work together toward greater wellbeing and resilience.
If your child or teen is struggling with anxiety, grief, or trauma, you may feel unsure how to best support them. Therapy can give your child a healing space to process their feelings, develop coping skills, and heal from trauma, while also giving you tools to feel more confident in guiding them.
You may find yourself needing care, too. If you are a parent carrying the weight of your own anxiety, past trauma, or grief, I offer a compassionate space where your story is heard and your strengths are nurtured. Whether you’re seeking counselling for your child or yourself, we can work together toward greater wellbeing and resilience.
Having practiced as a Clinical Psychologist overseas for 20 years, I am very familiar with all kinds of conditions. If you are having relationship with your spouse or others, I can help. You might be stressed out trying to parent your children, whatever age they maybe and esp for offsprings who have ADHD, Autism or learning problems, I love to help. Or you maybe depressed, anxious, wanting to work out your inner issues so that you can be a happy person, I am here to give you a hand. Or you might have a lot of pain/stress in your life, with various kinds of addictions not knowing what to do, I am here to help you find your way out.
Having practiced as a Clinical Psychologist overseas for 20 years, I am very familiar with all kinds of conditions. If you are having relationship with your spouse or others, I can help. You might be stressed out trying to parent your children, whatever age they maybe and esp for offsprings who have ADHD, Autism or learning problems, I love to help. Or you maybe depressed, anxious, wanting to work out your inner issues so that you can be a happy person, I am here to give you a hand. Or you might have a lot of pain/stress in your life, with various kinds of addictions not knowing what to do, I am here to help you find your way out.
I have over 20 years of experience providing therapy to individuals from a wide spectrum of cultural, socio-economic, ethnic, educational and other diversified (multicultural, multiracial and multiethnic) backgrounds. I work with adults, youth, families, experiencing difficult life transitions, stress, anxiety, anger, substance use, trauma, emotional dysregulation and depression. I am EMDR and DBT trained and also specialize in ADHD work with kids and teenagers and eating disorders. My practice is person-centered, trauma-informed, collaborative, anti-oppressive and strength-based. I am CVAP, ICBC, EAP and FNHA-approved counsellor.
I have over 20 years of experience providing therapy to individuals from a wide spectrum of cultural, socio-economic, ethnic, educational and other diversified (multicultural, multiracial and multiethnic) backgrounds. I work with adults, youth, families, experiencing difficult life transitions, stress, anxiety, anger, substance use, trauma, emotional dysregulation and depression. I am EMDR and DBT trained and also specialize in ADHD work with kids and teenagers and eating disorders. My practice is person-centered, trauma-informed, collaborative, anti-oppressive and strength-based. I am CVAP, ICBC, EAP and FNHA-approved counsellor.
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Children and families are often referred to me by other counsellors or health professionals because "the kid refuses to talk or cooperate" or "we tried everything and nothing works". Families often seek my specialties to explore their children's behaviours and challenges from the developmental lens. Neurodivergent children look forward to seeing me because they feel I am safe, and fun, and can easily connect with them in a special and meaningful way. I cannot work with autistic children receiving ABA treatment as it is contraindicative with my strong commitment to neurodiversity affirmative and disability ethical principles.
Children and families are often referred to me by other counsellors or health professionals because "the kid refuses to talk or cooperate" or "we tried everything and nothing works". Families often seek my specialties to explore their children's behaviours and challenges from the developmental lens. Neurodivergent children look forward to seeing me because they feel I am safe, and fun, and can easily connect with them in a special and meaningful way. I cannot work with autistic children receiving ABA treatment as it is contraindicative with my strong commitment to neurodiversity affirmative and disability ethical principles.
지난 20여년간 상담을 하면서 저는 많은 사람들이 상처를 치유하고 회복하며 본인의 잠재력을 끌어내고 새로운 희망을 가지고 새로운 인생을 살아가는 것을 목격했습니다. 이것은 제가 상담을 하는 원동력이자 보람입니다. 저는 모든 개인에게 회복 능력과 잠재력, 내면의 힘이 있다고 믿으며 상담사로서 각 개인이 새로운 삶을 살아갈 수 있도록 자신의 능력을 끌어올려 주는 역할을 한다고 생각합니다. 저는 비씨주 임상심리 상담사협회 BCACC (BC Association of Clinical Counselors)에 등록된 임상 심리 상담사(RCC) 이며, Trinity Western 대학에서 상담심리학 석사 학위를 취득한 후 캐나다내 여러 기관에서 다양한 임삼 경험을 쌓았습니다. 2006년 이후 아동/청소년부터 노인까지의 연령대를 대상으로 개인, 부부, 그룹 상담을 해왔으며 이 기간 동안 저는 우울증, 불안증, ADHD, 자해, 트라우마, 분노 장애, 범죄 피해자 지원, 대인관계문제 및 가족 상담, 자녀 양육 등의 정신 건강 및 중독 (컴퓨터 중독) 문제에 대한 상담을 해 왔습니다. 저는 영어와 한국어 모두로 상담을 제공하며 모든 문화적 배경을 환영합니다. 대면과 비대면 상담을 하므로 밴쿠버 이외의 분들께도 상담을 제공합니다.
지난 20여년간 상담을 하면서 저는 많은 사람들이 상처를 치유하고 회복하며 본인의 잠재력을 끌어내고 새로운 희망을 가지고 새로운 인생을 살아가는 것을 목격했습니다. 이것은 제가 상담을 하는 원동력이자 보람입니다. 저는 모든 개인에게 회복 능력과 잠재력, 내면의 힘이 있다고 믿으며 상담사로서 각 개인이 새로운 삶을 살아갈 수 있도록 자신의 능력을 끌어올려 주는 역할을 한다고 생각합니다. 저는 비씨주 임상심리 상담사협회 BCACC (BC Association of Clinical Counselors)에 등록된 임상 심리 상담사(RCC) 이며, Trinity Western 대학에서 상담심리학 석사 학위를 취득한 후 캐나다내 여러 기관에서 다양한 임삼 경험을 쌓았습니다. 2006년 이후 아동/청소년부터 노인까지의 연령대를 대상으로 개인, 부부, 그룹 상담을 해왔으며 이 기간 동안 저는 우울증, 불안증, ADHD, 자해, 트라우마, 분노 장애, 범죄 피해자 지원, 대인관계문제 및 가족 상담, 자녀 양육 등의 정신 건강 및 중독 (컴퓨터 중독) 문제에 대한 상담을 해 왔습니다. 저는 영어와 한국어 모두로 상담을 제공하며 모든 문화적 배경을 환영합니다. 대면과 비대면 상담을 하므로 밴쿠버 이외의 분들께도 상담을 제공합니다.
My aim is to help you feel more like yourself. That might look like less anxiety, a lighter mood, or a greater sense of calm and clarity. We work together to understand what is driving your experience and to support real change. The connection we build is an important part of that process. I am active and present in sessions. I help you slow things down, stay with what matters, and find your way through it. You know yourself best. I respect your experience and support you in reconnecting with your own strength and direction.
My aim is to help you feel more like yourself. That might look like less anxiety, a lighter mood, or a greater sense of calm and clarity. We work together to understand what is driving your experience and to support real change. The connection we build is an important part of that process. I am active and present in sessions. I help you slow things down, stay with what matters, and find your way through it. You know yourself best. I respect your experience and support you in reconnecting with your own strength and direction.
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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.