Attachment-based Therapists in Vancouver, BC

My name is Elise. I was born and raised in Ontario where I studied psychology and neuroscience at University of Guelph, and obtained a Master’s in Social Work (MSW) from University of Toronto. I am currently a Registered Social Worker (RSW) in good standing with BCCSW. Life is full of ups and downs, and I have a passion for supporting folks through times of challenge, change, and loss. I know that with support we can emerge from difficult chapters with deeper self-awareness, and rediscovered resilience.

My work is relational, emotion-focused, and experiential. Relational means establishing a unique and real connection with people — i.e. not being a “blank slate” therapist. Emotion-focused means helping people pay attention to old emotional patterns that may no longer be serving them. Experiential means going beyond just talking about patterns. It means offering actual in-session experiences of doing things a different way — working together to form new and preferred patterns that are conducive to one’s therapy goal(s).

Many of my clients identify as 2slgbtqia+, immigrant/refugees, and/or neurodivergent with ADHD or autism. Clients should expect to become more aware of themselves: their wants, their thoughts, their emotions, and their bodies, which can make it easier for them to make decisions that are aligned with their values and intentions. Clients can have the chance to incorporate healthy habits and to develop new skills for their toolbox.

Hello! My name is Daria. I am a Pre-licensed Counsellor offering virtual services to adults and couples in BC. We all have experiences in life that leave us feeling alone, confused, and misunderstood. Perhaps you find yourself stuck in frustrating cycles in your relationships. Maybe you’re feeling disconnected from yourself. You feel you could benefit from counselling but you’re not quite sure what’s wrong or where to start. Whatever your struggle, we can work together to sit with discomfort and gain insight into the needs and desires you have that can move you toward healing and transformation.

Hi! I’m Lauren (she/her). I’m here to help you heal, grow and thrive by tapping into the inner knowing and wisdom of your body and heart, and by encouraging you to step into your power and truth. The clients who seek me out are often on journeys of self discovery or facing life transitions that open up questions and possibilities about who they are, what matters most to them, and how they want to live. I was called to this work through my personal journey of owning my unique path in life, despite it being different than the societal expectations that I grew up with.

When we’re alone, facing what causes us pain and discomfort can be confusing and overwhelming. I believe that therapy is the doorway to self-knowing and that the most profound healing occurs when exploration happens in the presence of a safe and supportive other. My goal as a therapist is to provide a warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental space where together we can explore and work through the difficult feelings, thoughts, and experiences that are impacting your personal functioning, relationships, and healing.

Life can be challenging and often we go through experiences, both internal and external, that leave us struggling and feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, and alone. As a therapist, I hope to create a place for you to feel welcomed, accepted, and understood so that together we can take on some of the challenges you might be wrestling with. My aim is for you to find hope, healing, and transformation through our work together so that you may rediscover joy and no longer have to face these challenges alone.

Whether you are looking to acknowledge areas of yourself that you have avoided in the past, or to better understand your moods, relationships, and current challenges, together we will create a space to explore these parts of you. I believe that we were not meant to carry things alone, and that healing and growth look different for everyone. Together, we can make space to process what it is that needs your attention, so you can feel more aligned with the version of you that you've been disconnected from.

Accepting Virtual Clients in BC (Offers CBT & EMDR) - My clinical framework is depth and attachment based, which means in order to understand our current challenges we must explore the root source. I work with individuals who are curious and motivated, and align with the understanding that we are a product of our environment and experiences, as well as our upbringing and family system. I encourage a holistic approach, which means I believe wellness is best achieved through living a well balanced life that includes mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, and social health.

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with over 20 years experience working with children, youth and adults in frontline and clinical settings offering individual, couple, and family counselling as well as coaching and consultation for parents and caregivers. I also bring my personal journey to my practice. I work collaboratively in exploring and understanding individuals, as well as developing a plan that is person centered.

Do you feel like you are having trouble moving past a specific event or feel like you are engaging in destructive thinking patterns or behaviours? Therapy is a safe and confidential place where you can share your innermost thoughts and feelings without fear of being judged. My practice aims to highlight your strengths while finding solutions for unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours, helping you to move forward and thrive in the areas of your life which are most important to you.

I understand how messy, intimidating, and overwhelming therapy can be, which is why I aim to provide a supportive, non-judgemental counselling environment for all my clients. I work from an Attachment-based perspective, with an emphasis on Solution-Focused principles, Mindfulness, psychoeducation, and cognitive reframing. My favourite part of therapy is getting to work with clients to identify core beliefs and challenge those negative thoughts, particularly when it comes to self-worth. Additionally, I often draw upon tangible principles from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Eye-Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).

It is an honour and privilege to walk alongside people as they navigate times when they may feel pain, confusion, or stuckness. The values I bring into the counselling space are acceptance, an environment where safety can be felt, and collaborating with them to learn about how their distress is impacting them and working together with them in strengthening their sense of themselves and their relationships. In my work with my clients, I also value celebrating triumphs as they work towards being the person they want to be.

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) who specializes in working with children, adolescents and adults. Regardless of their age, my goal is to help clients recognize their inner strength, trust their instincts and develop new ways of managing troubles as they arise. I am passionately curious about the human condition and dedicated to assisting my clients to deepen their connection to self and others. I welcome folks of all ages, stages and orientations. I feel privileged to walk next to my clients on this portion of their journey.

When it comes to healing and/or pushing through challenges in life, it is normal wish for someone to walk alongside you. My approach is guided by the understanding that we, as people, are a walking mosaic of our lived experiences as well as the experiences we did not receive. Whether your area of concern be surrounding mental health challenges, exploring the many parts of your identity that make you who you are, processing traumas, religious deconstruction, or learning new personal skills, I will join you on your journey towards clarity, understanding, and moving forward.

Accepting new clients. My aim is to provide a trusting, nonjudgmental space in which you feel comfortable sharing your story. While there is innate wisdom within all of us, our ability to see the way forward can become clouded when we become overwhelmed. A deep exploration of one’s internal experience can be freeing, and provide valuable insight into (often unconscious) patterns of relating to the self and others. We will work collaboratively from an attachment-based , client-centred orientation. Drawing connections between your past experiences and your present situation will help us identify how best to meet your future goals.

We come into this world “wired for connection”. As a baby our survival depends on feeling connected to others and as we grow it’s this CONNECTION that allows us not only to survive but also grow and flourish. Sadly, many of us from very early on, suffer from what’s known as “attachment trauma”: a break or disconnection from those we needed for survival that is left unhealed and instead activates our attachment defenses. The effects of this trauma are far reaching: you might be struggling with anxiety, depression, anger issues, relationship difficulties, issues in parenting, exhaustion/burn-out, feeling low, lifeless, or numb.

I see psychotherapy as a chance to come back to yourself. When faced with challenges in life we can forget our strengths, values, and sense of self. Psychotherapy offers the chance to rediscover these things and uncover more. Together we can navigate life’s challenges while building new skills and resilience to create a stronger sense of self. The therapy space that we create together is one where you can discuss anything and explore emotions, experiences, thoughts, and behaviours in a space and relationship that is safe, supportive, and dedicated to your well-being.