Family Therapy in Terrace, BC
Lana Farah
Counsellor, MACP, CCPA, RCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Terrace, BC V8G
Through cognitive-behavioral therapy, Dialectal Behaviour therapy , Motivational interview, Emotional Focused Family Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Gottman couples therapy.
As a licensed and experienced therapist, I specialize in helping individuals, families, and couples of all ages to develop effective strategies for managing trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting challenges. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental atmosphere to support self-exploration, growth, and positive change. Through our work together, I can help you to develop new skills for coping with difficult emotions, improving communication, and making life changes that can lead to greater happiness, satisfaction, and a stronger sense of connection in your daily life.
Through cognitive-behavioral therapy, Dialectal Behaviour therapy , Motivational interview, Emotional Focused Family Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Gottman couples therapy.
As a licensed and experienced therapist, I specialize in helping individuals, families, and couples of all ages to develop effective strategies for managing trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting challenges. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental atmosphere to support self-exploration, growth, and positive change. Through our work together, I can help you to develop new skills for coping with difficult emotions, improving communication, and making life changes that can lead to greater happiness, satisfaction, and a stronger sense of connection in your daily life.
Ward Murray Counselling
BA Psyc, MA Coun, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Terrace, BC V8G
We can work together to overcome challenging emotions, patterns, behaviours, thoughts and feelings that you may be experiencing, to create meaningful change for you. My practice is informed by a wealth of experience over ten years of supportive work through addictions centers, verbal and non-verbal care work, marginalized individuals, international family support, and elementary school aged children and their families dealing with intergenerational trauma. I also offer support to families of children with disabilities, and aim to run a group in the near future. Let's have a conversation and find out the best way to help you.
We can work together to overcome challenging emotions, patterns, behaviours, thoughts and feelings that you may be experiencing, to create meaningful change for you. My practice is informed by a wealth of experience over ten years of supportive work through addictions centers, verbal and non-verbal care work, marginalized individuals, international family support, and elementary school aged children and their families dealing with intergenerational trauma. I also offer support to families of children with disabilities, and aim to run a group in the near future. Let's have a conversation and find out the best way to help you.
Jessica Card
Counsellor, MC, RCC
Verified Verified
Terrace, BC V8G (Online Only)
I presently exclusively offer online sessions while working closely with a dedicated team at Strength Counselling Services. I'm dedicated to championing transformative change for those seeking a richer quality of life. Navigating life's challenges, be it with youth or adults, CNM relationships, family dynamics, or facing grief, trauma, anxiety, or depression, demands expertise. If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or grappling with personal or relational difficulties, know that you're not alone. I bring empathy, understanding every journey's uniqueness. My approach is rooted in nonjudgmental, social justice, and equity principles.
I presently exclusively offer online sessions while working closely with a dedicated team at Strength Counselling Services. I'm dedicated to championing transformative change for those seeking a richer quality of life. Navigating life's challenges, be it with youth or adults, CNM relationships, family dynamics, or facing grief, trauma, anxiety, or depression, demands expertise. If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or grappling with personal or relational difficulties, know that you're not alone. I bring empathy, understanding every journey's uniqueness. My approach is rooted in nonjudgmental, social justice, and equity principles.
Joelle McKiernan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, CCC
Verified Verified
Terrace, BC V8G (Online Only)
"I specialize in grief, loss, and trauma because I find many issues such as substance abuse, anger, stress, and even violence stem from long standing, unresolved grief and loss, and trauma that was never acknowledged or processed. I use a wide variety of approaches depending on the issues and how you wish to resolve them. I also work on issues related to self-esteem and empowerment, so you can help yourself heal. I offer you a guiding hand through these times of pain and confusion. Let's walk together on this journey and perhaps we can find meaning together."
"I specialize in grief, loss, and trauma because I find many issues such as substance abuse, anger, stress, and even violence stem from long standing, unresolved grief and loss, and trauma that was never acknowledged or processed. I use a wide variety of approaches depending on the issues and how you wish to resolve them. I also work on issues related to self-esteem and empowerment, so you can help yourself heal. I offer you a guiding hand through these times of pain and confusion. Let's walk together on this journey and perhaps we can find meaning together."
Sophie Thacker
Counsellor, MA, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Terrace, BC V8G (Online Only)
Struggling to connect with loved ones or engage in hobbies you once enjoyed? Finding that you are avoiding people, places, or activities that you didn't used to avoid? Are you looking to break through patterns that are holding you back, explore yourself, or process traumatic experiences? I am here for you. Through working on new skills and tools, processing experiences, and challenging old habits: working towards the life you want is possible! I use an authentic, supportive, and collaborative approach to provide meaningful and effective counselling and therapy.
Struggling to connect with loved ones or engage in hobbies you once enjoyed? Finding that you are avoiding people, places, or activities that you didn't used to avoid? Are you looking to break through patterns that are holding you back, explore yourself, or process traumatic experiences? I am here for you. Through working on new skills and tools, processing experiences, and challenging old habits: working towards the life you want is possible! I use an authentic, supportive, and collaborative approach to provide meaningful and effective counselling and therapy.
Olena Guseva
Counsellor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Terrace, BC V8G (Online Only)
I am currently accepting clients for virtual counselling. I work with individuals from diverse backgrounds and help clients address mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, caregiver fatigue, and work-related stress. I have experience working with neurodivergent adults, children (ages 10 and up) and youth. This includes folks diagnosed with (or querying) ADD, ADHD, and ASD.
I am currently accepting clients for virtual counselling. I work with individuals from diverse backgrounds and help clients address mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, caregiver fatigue, and work-related stress. I have experience working with neurodivergent adults, children (ages 10 and up) and youth. This includes folks diagnosed with (or querying) ADD, ADHD, and ASD.
Devin T. Pollitt
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, PhD(c)
Verified Verified
Terrace, BC V8G
I am a 20 year resident of Terrace BC, was born in the Cariboo region, and raised in the North. I offer counselling services both in-person and virtually, and specialize in grief and loss, mood related issues, trauma, including trauma related to the impacts of the Indian Residential School System, critical incident stress (both civilian and service personnel), and workplace issues related to burnout, secondary traumatic stress, and compassion satisfaction. In addition to private practice, I am a Doctoral resident at Memorial University researching the relationship between workplace culture and burnout.
I am a 20 year resident of Terrace BC, was born in the Cariboo region, and raised in the North. I offer counselling services both in-person and virtually, and specialize in grief and loss, mood related issues, trauma, including trauma related to the impacts of the Indian Residential School System, critical incident stress (both civilian and service personnel), and workplace issues related to burnout, secondary traumatic stress, and compassion satisfaction. In addition to private practice, I am a Doctoral resident at Memorial University researching the relationship between workplace culture and burnout.
Amber Mae Brooks (Clarkson)
Counsellor, MSc, RPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Terrace, BC V8G
Waitlist for new clients
My desire is to hear a person the way they need to be heard, to provide space and time that allows an individual to express their thoughts, feelings and emotions in a place that ensures a sense of confidentiality and safety. I am willing to sit through uncomfortable moments so a person can trust their own process and ability to heal.
My desire is to hear a person the way they need to be heard, to provide space and time that allows an individual to express their thoughts, feelings and emotions in a place that ensures a sense of confidentiality and safety. I am willing to sit through uncomfortable moments so a person can trust their own process and ability to heal.
Daniel Young (Mens Mental Health Bc)
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Terrace, BC V8G (Online Only)
I am a Registered Social Worker specializing in online counselling for individual men, women, couples and families. I am dedicated to providing high-quality therapeutic care to my clients utilizing a variety of therapeutic modalities including talk therapy, Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy and other evidence-based approaches. I am passionate about helping people and have dedicated my career to improve client mental health and overall well-being.
I am a Registered Social Worker specializing in online counselling for individual men, women, couples and families. I am dedicated to providing high-quality therapeutic care to my clients utilizing a variety of therapeutic modalities including talk therapy, Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy and other evidence-based approaches. I am passionate about helping people and have dedicated my career to improve client mental health and overall well-being.
Jessica Kurucz (Psychotherapy For You British Columbia)
Counsellor, BCCC
Verified Verified
Terrace, BC V8G (Online Only)
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and a Registered Social Worker. I provide support to adults and couples. I have experience working with individuals experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, gender issues, substance use, low self-esteem, stress related issues, and chronic illness. I recognize that it takes a great deal of courage to make the decision to start and commit to counselling. I consider it a privilege to be invited into your life. My goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental space for you to process the confusing, overwhelming, or painful part of your life.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and a Registered Social Worker. I provide support to adults and couples. I have experience working with individuals experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, gender issues, substance use, low self-esteem, stress related issues, and chronic illness. I recognize that it takes a great deal of courage to make the decision to start and commit to counselling. I consider it a privilege to be invited into your life. My goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental space for you to process the confusing, overwhelming, or painful part of your life.
Rainstorm Counselling & Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Terrace, BC V8G
Parenting (or caregiving) is one of the most important jobs you've taken on. But the person you're caring for is going through some tough stuff, and the two of you aren't getting along. You're beating yourself up, because you keep screwing up your job, when all you want to do is help. You might even be coping with your own issues, in addition to helping them with theirs. You're scared of the future, and sometimes angry at the person you are caring for. You're lonely and even burnt out, because others don't understand.
Parenting (or caregiving) is one of the most important jobs you've taken on. But the person you're caring for is going through some tough stuff, and the two of you aren't getting along. You're beating yourself up, because you keep screwing up your job, when all you want to do is help. You might even be coping with your own issues, in addition to helping them with theirs. You're scared of the future, and sometimes angry at the person you are caring for. You're lonely and even burnt out, because others don't understand.
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Alexander Wellness Consulting
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RCC
Verified Verified
Terrace, BC V8G (Online Only)
Currently Accepting New Clients. Specializing in Couples, Addiction, Anxiety & Depression. I bring to my practice a welcoming and friendly personal style that puts clients at ease allowing them to communicate their needs and goals within a safe non-judgmental atmosphere. I worked in many clinical health care settings before venturing into private practice, which has brought into my work a well- breadth of clinical experience, including a wide array of therapeutic approaches, that I have successfully integrated while working with with hundreds of clients over the past 26 plus years.
Currently Accepting New Clients. Specializing in Couples, Addiction, Anxiety & Depression. I bring to my practice a welcoming and friendly personal style that puts clients at ease allowing them to communicate their needs and goals within a safe non-judgmental atmosphere. I worked in many clinical health care settings before venturing into private practice, which has brought into my work a well- breadth of clinical experience, including a wide array of therapeutic approaches, that I have successfully integrated while working with with hundreds of clients over the past 26 plus years.
Lindy van der Burg (Repiphany Counselling)
Counsellor, RTC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Terrace, BC V8G (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck in your life and not sure how to move forward? Does your mind continue to race but provide no clarity about how to move forward in your life? You may be feeling overwhelmed or have the sense you have become disconnected from who you really are. You want a life of greater ease and to experience more peace. You are ready to step into who you really are.
Are you feeling stuck in your life and not sure how to move forward? Does your mind continue to race but provide no clarity about how to move forward in your life? You may be feeling overwhelmed or have the sense you have become disconnected from who you really are. You want a life of greater ease and to experience more peace. You are ready to step into who you really are.
Artbeat Art Therapy Studio
Art Therapist, BScPsy, DVATI
Verified Verified
Terrace, BC V8G
Not accepting new clients
If you are searching up Artbeat, chances are you enjoy colouring and creating AND you are done with overwhelming feelings of depression, anxiety, or your relationship status being set to 'It's complicated'. Artbeat Art Therapy Studio is a safe place to help you tap into love and joy and few evidence-based strategies to effectively handle the tough stuff.
If you are searching up Artbeat, chances are you enjoy colouring and creating AND you are done with overwhelming feelings of depression, anxiety, or your relationship status being set to 'It's complicated'. Artbeat Art Therapy Studio is a safe place to help you tap into love and joy and few evidence-based strategies to effectively handle the tough stuff.
Online Therapists
Frank Morven
Counsellor, MACP, MPA, RCC, CCC, TITC-CT
Verified Verified
Prince Rupert, BC V8J
Frank was born and raised in Prince Rupert, British Columbia and his Indigenous ancestry is tied to the communities of Metlakatla (Tsimshian Nation) and New Aiyansh (Nisga’a Nation). Due to this, Frank is in the unique position to blend Western counselling and mediation orientations with traditional Indigenous practices of collective and restorative healing. Coming from a large extended family, Frank feels strongly in the importance of familial relationships and human connection.
Frank was born and raised in Prince Rupert, British Columbia and his Indigenous ancestry is tied to the communities of Metlakatla (Tsimshian Nation) and New Aiyansh (Nisga’a Nation). Due to this, Frank is in the unique position to blend Western counselling and mediation orientations with traditional Indigenous practices of collective and restorative healing. Coming from a large extended family, Frank feels strongly in the importance of familial relationships and human connection.
Andra Nadeau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Smithers, BC V0J
Waitlist for new clients
If your child has big feelings that seem out of proportion and aren’t going away, and you’re struggling to help them, I am committed to supporting your family's wellbeing.
Many children struggle with emotional and behavioural challenges that affect their wellbeing and optimal functioning - for complex reasons. Mental health problems that are caught early can prevent further compounding challenges, support healthy development, and build a strong foundation for lifelong wellbeing. Childhood mental health challenges are often hard for caregivers, too. Caregivers know their children best, yet becoming a caregiver doesn’t come with knowledge and tools specific to mental health challenges.
If your child has big feelings that seem out of proportion and aren’t going away, and you’re struggling to help them, I am committed to supporting your family's wellbeing.
Many children struggle with emotional and behavioural challenges that affect their wellbeing and optimal functioning - for complex reasons. Mental health problems that are caught early can prevent further compounding challenges, support healthy development, and build a strong foundation for lifelong wellbeing. Childhood mental health challenges are often hard for caregivers, too. Caregivers know their children best, yet becoming a caregiver doesn’t come with knowledge and tools specific to mental health challenges.
Rupi Gill
Counsellor, RCC, MACP, MA, BSc
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Prince Rupert, BC V8J (Online Only)
Specifically, I draw from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Person-Centered, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and Emotional Focused Family Therapy.
I provide counselling to youth, adults, and couples. Clients will find that I bring a holistic, non-judgmental, compassionate, and collaborative approach to my work and integrate a collection of evidence-based therapeutic approaches developed to address different aspects of clients' experiences with the all-encompassing goal of helping clients achieve a greater sense of happiness by improving their emotional, psychological, and social well-being.
Specifically, I draw from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Person-Centered, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and Emotional Focused Family Therapy.
I provide counselling to youth, adults, and couples. Clients will find that I bring a holistic, non-judgmental, compassionate, and collaborative approach to my work and integrate a collection of evidence-based therapeutic approaches developed to address different aspects of clients' experiences with the all-encompassing goal of helping clients achieve a greater sense of happiness by improving their emotional, psychological, and social well-being.
Teo counselling services
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, MACP, CCAC, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thornhill, BC V8G
Congratulations on seeking counselling. You might currently be in a dark spot and hesitant to seek help. It is okay, take your time and rest assured that you are not alone in this. It takes courage to seek help and you are on your way there. I have been in your spot before and my healing journey guided me to help others overcome complex trauma. You don't need to be controlled by your past anymore. Our healing journey will help you be your authentic self again, you will feel lighter after processing the past and more in control of your future. Allow us to collaboratively create a non-judgmental space and move to a healthier future.
Congratulations on seeking counselling. You might currently be in a dark spot and hesitant to seek help. It is okay, take your time and rest assured that you are not alone in this. It takes courage to seek help and you are on your way there. I have been in your spot before and my healing journey guided me to help others overcome complex trauma. You don't need to be controlled by your past anymore. Our healing journey will help you be your authentic self again, you will feel lighter after processing the past and more in control of your future. Allow us to collaboratively create a non-judgmental space and move to a healthier future.
Erin V Williams
Counsellor, MACP, CCC, RCC
Verified Verified
Smithers, BC V0J
Erin is a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) and Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) who operates from a trauma-informed, feminist, and culturally-sensitive viewpoint. She is person-centred and humanistic in her approach. Erin enjoys working with teens and adults, and anyone experiencing significant life changes both in person and virtually. I particularly specialize in grief and loss, that includes losing pieces of ourselves or opportunities, neurospicy brains (e.g. autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression), and processing and re-processing of trauma to re-write your story in a way that is not harmful to you life.
Erin is a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) and Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) who operates from a trauma-informed, feminist, and culturally-sensitive viewpoint. She is person-centred and humanistic in her approach. Erin enjoys working with teens and adults, and anyone experiencing significant life changes both in person and virtually. I particularly specialize in grief and loss, that includes losing pieces of ourselves or opportunities, neurospicy brains (e.g. autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression), and processing and re-processing of trauma to re-write your story in a way that is not harmful to you life.
Inner Balance Counselling and Art Therapy
Counsellor, MC, AT , CCC
Verified Verified
Queen Charlotte, BC V0T
**Accepting New Clients** Welcome! I am a Jennifer, an art therapist and a certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC) who lives on Haida Gwaii, British Columbia. I work with children and youth as a school counsellor and have recently opened Inner Balance Counselling and Art Therapy. I work with individuals of all ages who are experiencing challenges or losses, experiencing transitions and those who feel ready for change. I am passionate about creativity and human well-being. I believe we all have the ability to heal and grow.
**Accepting New Clients** Welcome! I am a Jennifer, an art therapist and a certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC) who lives on Haida Gwaii, British Columbia. I work with children and youth as a school counsellor and have recently opened Inner Balance Counselling and Art Therapy. I work with individuals of all ages who are experiencing challenges or losses, experiencing transitions and those who feel ready for change. I am passionate about creativity and human well-being. I believe we all have the ability to heal and grow.
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Family Therapy Counsellors
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.