Therapists for Children in Vancouver, BC
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.
Are you or your child struggling with anxiety, trauma, or difficult life transitions?
I work with children, teens, young adults, and families using depth psychology, play therapy, and somatic approaches. My background in Jungian and Adlerian psychology helps uncover deeper patterns and foster meaningful growth — not just symptom management.
Are you or your child struggling with anxiety, trauma, or difficult life transitions?
I work with children, teens, young adults, and families using depth psychology, play therapy, and somatic approaches. My background in Jungian and Adlerian psychology helps uncover deeper patterns and foster meaningful growth — not just symptom management.
Over the past twenty years she has provided counselling and art therapy in schools, counselling centres and private practice for individuals, groups, children, youth and adults.
Some challenges Lesley provides support for include: anxiety, depression, separation and divorce, parenting, child-parent relationships, gifted children and youth, anger and frustration, life transitions, communication skills, self-harm, adolescent and family discord, childhood emotional and behavioural problems and sleep issues.
Over the past twenty years she has provided counselling and art therapy in schools, counselling centres and private practice for individuals, groups, children, youth and adults.
Some challenges Lesley provides support for include: anxiety, depression, separation and divorce, parenting, child-parent relationships, gifted children and youth, anger and frustration, life transitions, communication skills, self-harm, adolescent and family discord, childhood emotional and behavioural problems and sleep issues.
Shelley is known for her groundbreaking therapeutic work in anxiety (adults/ children), and couples counselling.
Shelley sits on the executive board at the BC Clinical Hypnosis Society, and specializes in anxiety and relating challenges. The Science based ground breaking approaches she integrates into your healing are based on proven mind- body science including: Dialogue, EMDR, IFS, parts work, and CBT to name a few. Shelley loves to work with those ready for change.
Shelley is known for her groundbreaking therapeutic work in anxiety (adults/ children), and couples counselling.
Shelley sits on the executive board at the BC Clinical Hypnosis Society, and specializes in anxiety and relating challenges. The Science based ground breaking approaches she integrates into your healing are based on proven mind- body science including: Dialogue, EMDR, IFS, parts work, and CBT to name a few. Shelley loves to work with those ready for change.
I have a great experience in supporting children and youth as well.
I specialize in supporting individuals who are navigating anxiety, emotional overwhelm, life transitions, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, and difficult or stressful experiences. My background in social work has given me experience supporting people through complex situations, crisis, child welfare, and immigration stress.
I have a great experience in supporting children and youth as well.
I specialize in supporting individuals who are navigating anxiety, emotional overwhelm, life transitions, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, and difficult or stressful experiences. My background in social work has given me experience supporting people through complex situations, crisis, child welfare, and immigration stress.
I support children, teens, and adults experiencing anxiety, stress, emotional challenges, or life transitions.
I offer individual expressive arts therapy for children, teens, and adults, as well as women's creative arts and self-exploration workshops. Through drawing, painting, movement, and imagery, I support emotional expression and self-understanding. My approach draws on humanistic, mindfulness, attachment-informed, and body-centred perspectives.
I support children, teens, and adults experiencing anxiety, stress, emotional challenges, or life transitions.
I offer individual expressive arts therapy for children, teens, and adults, as well as women's creative arts and self-exploration workshops. Through drawing, painting, movement, and imagery, I support emotional expression and self-understanding. My approach draws on humanistic, mindfulness, attachment-informed, and body-centred perspectives.
As a Gen Z guy born in the 2000's, I closely understand the unique challenges that come with transitioning from adolescence to adulthood. The pressures of school, relationships, and societal expectations can be overwhelming. It can be a difficult and confusing time, and it's not uncommon to feel lost or stuck, unsure of where to turn for help. That's where I come in. I am a Mental Health Counsellor dedicated to supporting teen and young-adult men on this journey.
As a Gen Z guy born in the 2000's, I closely understand the unique challenges that come with transitioning from adolescence to adulthood. The pressures of school, relationships, and societal expectations can be overwhelming. It can be a difficult and confusing time, and it's not uncommon to feel lost or stuck, unsure of where to turn for help. That's where I come in. I am a Mental Health Counsellor dedicated to supporting teen and young-adult men on this journey.
I grew up in a culture where mental health was often overlooked and surrounded by stigma. That experience shaped my passion for counselling and my commitment to creating a space where people feel heard, understood, and supported. I believe therapy should be a place for healing, growth, connection, and self-discovery, and I welcome individuals from all walks of life who are seeking support.
I grew up in a culture where mental health was often overlooked and surrounded by stigma. That experience shaped my passion for counselling and my commitment to creating a space where people feel heard, understood, and supported. I believe therapy should be a place for healing, growth, connection, and self-discovery, and I welcome individuals from all walks of life who are seeking support.
“The two most important days in your life are the day you were born and the day you figure out why.” — Mark Twain
Trauma can change how you experience yourself, other people and the world around you. You may appear capable and composed while privately carrying memories, reactions or patterns that no longer fit the life you want. I work in all areas of mental health & specialize in PTSD and complex trauma among most ages and backgrounds including military members, veterans, first responders, first nations and healthcare professionals. I also work with addictions, complex mental health, and legal or insurance-related challenges.
“The two most important days in your life are the day you were born and the day you figure out why.” — Mark Twain
Trauma can change how you experience yourself, other people and the world around you. You may appear capable and composed while privately carrying memories, reactions or patterns that no longer fit the life you want. I work in all areas of mental health & specialize in PTSD and complex trauma among most ages and backgrounds including military members, veterans, first responders, first nations and healthcare professionals. I also work with addictions, complex mental health, and legal or insurance-related challenges.
My name is Elizabeth Partridge. I am a Registered Psychiatric Nurse with a Master in Nursing as well as a Registered Clinical Counsellor. Practicing in the Greater Vancouver area of British Columbia, I have over 20 years experience working with children and youth presenting with mental health & substance use concerns. I feel passionate to walk alongside my clients in their journey to reclaim their strength and capacity within their lives. I employ a strength based and client centered approach. I believe in holistic care where we work together in both mind and body to work through and build skills to navigate challenges.
My name is Elizabeth Partridge. I am a Registered Psychiatric Nurse with a Master in Nursing as well as a Registered Clinical Counsellor. Practicing in the Greater Vancouver area of British Columbia, I have over 20 years experience working with children and youth presenting with mental health & substance use concerns. I feel passionate to walk alongside my clients in their journey to reclaim their strength and capacity within their lives. I employ a strength based and client centered approach. I believe in holistic care where we work together in both mind and body to work through and build skills to navigate challenges.
I typically see people are looking at unpacking the impacts of childhood trauma or recent traumatic/disturbing event(s), impacts of working in community mental health or front line healthcare, and people who are making sense of growing up in families where they were affected by family member's mental health and substance use issues.
Do you feel hooked by painful thoughts, emotions, and behaviours that pull you away from the person you want to be? Work with me to explore how to live life with meaning, to move on from the past and build skills to cope with today.
I typically see people are looking at unpacking the impacts of childhood trauma or recent traumatic/disturbing event(s), impacts of working in community mental health or front line healthcare, and people who are making sense of growing up in families where they were affected by family member's mental health and substance use issues.
Do you feel hooked by painful thoughts, emotions, and behaviours that pull you away from the person you want to be? Work with me to explore how to live life with meaning, to move on from the past and build skills to cope with today.
My desire to serve the community in which I grew up in, has always been important to me. I have worked at overdose prevention sites, harm reduction residential facilities, suicide crisis lines, and employment family assistance program (EFAP). It’s been a privilege to work with such a diverse range of clients. Having lived experience as a first responder, I am aware of how trauma can profoundly impact the mind and body.
My desire to serve the community in which I grew up in, has always been important to me. I have worked at overdose prevention sites, harm reduction residential facilities, suicide crisis lines, and employment family assistance program (EFAP). It’s been a privilege to work with such a diverse range of clients. Having lived experience as a first responder, I am aware of how trauma can profoundly impact the mind and body.
Counselling with childminding available for children from 1 to 5 years old (East Vancouver office only).
I specialize in providing culturally-sensitive counselling services for Japanese-speaking expat women who are: experiencing feelings of isolation while living abroad; struggling with anxiety or self-doubt in cross-cultural contexts; finding it difficult to maintain boundaries while navigating cultural differences; experiencing perfectionism or impostor syndrome in work, academic, or social settings; facing challenges with parenting, education, or employment in Canada.
I offer both online and in-person counselling to clients living in BC, and online counselling to clients living in Alberta.
Counselling with childminding available for children from 1 to 5 years old (East Vancouver office only).
I specialize in providing culturally-sensitive counselling services for Japanese-speaking expat women who are: experiencing feelings of isolation while living abroad; struggling with anxiety or self-doubt in cross-cultural contexts; finding it difficult to maintain boundaries while navigating cultural differences; experiencing perfectionism or impostor syndrome in work, academic, or social settings; facing challenges with parenting, education, or employment in Canada.
I offer both online and in-person counselling to clients living in BC, and online counselling to clients living in Alberta.
I am an experienced therapist with a rich background in therapeutic practice, advanced clinical training, and research. I am guided by a client-centred, integrative, and evidence-based approach. Drawing on a range of therapeutic modalities, I tailor my work to each person’s unique needs—helping clients explore, understand, and navigate life’s challenges with clarity and confidence. I am also recognized as an Approved Clinical Supervisor—a designation that reflects advanced training and experience mentoring other therapists and underscores the professional standards that guide my own client work.
I am an experienced therapist with a rich background in therapeutic practice, advanced clinical training, and research. I am guided by a client-centred, integrative, and evidence-based approach. Drawing on a range of therapeutic modalities, I tailor my work to each person’s unique needs—helping clients explore, understand, and navigate life’s challenges with clarity and confidence. I am also recognized as an Approved Clinical Supervisor—a designation that reflects advanced training and experience mentoring other therapists and underscores the professional standards that guide my own client work.
For children and younger teens, I use playful and creative methods to help them express themselves in a way that feels natural and safe.
All over the world people experience suffering. You may have experienced a traumatic event that is remembered, causing distress and compromising your functioning. Or the memory of such an event may be long lost in your past. Current distress is often about coping in ways that no longer function. Very often the face of unrecognized trauma is anxiety and depression. The good news is that it is not necessary to know of and recount specific events to recover. Together, we can uncover what's no longer serving you, focusing on your present experience to create space for growth, balance and well-being.
For children and younger teens, I use playful and creative methods to help them express themselves in a way that feels natural and safe.
All over the world people experience suffering. You may have experienced a traumatic event that is remembered, causing distress and compromising your functioning. Or the memory of such an event may be long lost in your past. Current distress is often about coping in ways that no longer function. Very often the face of unrecognized trauma is anxiety and depression. The good news is that it is not necessary to know of and recount specific events to recover. Together, we can uncover what's no longer serving you, focusing on your present experience to create space for growth, balance and well-being.
As a husband and father of three children Mark brings a wealth of personal experience and expertise to his work
Mark Holland believes in the healing power of relationships. He believes people can change their lives for the better. His model has helped professionals refine skills in high-pressure environments, manage life transitions, and navigate intimate relationships. He works with clients to leverage strengths as a means to overcome barriers to success. If you are feeling anxious, overwhelmed or stressed, Mark can help. If you are struggling in your relationships or feeling overwhelmed, Mark is experienced and he can help.
As a husband and father of three children Mark brings a wealth of personal experience and expertise to his work
Mark Holland believes in the healing power of relationships. He believes people can change their lives for the better. His model has helped professionals refine skills in high-pressure environments, manage life transitions, and navigate intimate relationships. He works with clients to leverage strengths as a means to overcome barriers to success. If you are feeling anxious, overwhelmed or stressed, Mark can help. If you are struggling in your relationships or feeling overwhelmed, Mark is experienced and he can help.
Trauma and stress have a way of lingering inside us, wreaking havoc on our mind and bodies unless they are safely processed. In the midst of today’s fast paced, performance driven world, I want to offer you a gentle space to slow down and process your inner workings. If life is feeling chaotic, disappointing, or overwhelming, you don’t have to carry this weight alone. I am here to support you and walk alongside you.
Trauma and stress have a way of lingering inside us, wreaking havoc on our mind and bodies unless they are safely processed. In the midst of today’s fast paced, performance driven world, I want to offer you a gentle space to slow down and process your inner workings. If life is feeling chaotic, disappointing, or overwhelming, you don’t have to carry this weight alone. I am here to support you and walk alongside you.
As the past Clinic Head of the BC Children’s Hospital Provincial Youth Concurrent Disorders Program, she provided assessment, treatment and education to students and mental health professionals across BC.
Liz is trained and proficient in a variety of evidence based treatment approaches including Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Informed CBT, EMDR, Emotion Focused Therapy, and Emotion Focused Family Therapy.
As the past Clinic Head of the BC Children’s Hospital Provincial Youth Concurrent Disorders Program, she provided assessment, treatment and education to students and mental health professionals across BC.
Liz is trained and proficient in a variety of evidence based treatment approaches including Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Informed CBT, EMDR, Emotion Focused Therapy, and Emotion Focused Family Therapy.
At Conscious Path Counselling, our registered clinical counsellors specialize in ADHD counselling and trauma-informed therapy for children, teens, adults, and couples in Vancouver and online across BC.
We offer individual and couples counselling in Vancouver and online across BC for children (10+), teens, and adults. We specialize in ADHD counselling and ADHD therapy for children, teens, and adults, as well as anxiety, trauma, and relationship concerns, using evidence-based CBT, IFS, and trauma-informed care.
At Conscious Path Counselling, our registered clinical counsellors specialize in ADHD counselling and trauma-informed therapy for children, teens, adults, and couples in Vancouver and online across BC.
We offer individual and couples counselling in Vancouver and online across BC for children (10+), teens, and adults. We specialize in ADHD counselling and ADHD therapy for children, teens, and adults, as well as anxiety, trauma, and relationship concerns, using evidence-based CBT, IFS, and trauma-informed care.
I work with the body/mind. Your nervous system is pivotal in our sessions together.
I work in an inclusive way welcoming all the dimensions of who you are.
My values and principles come from Yogic, Buddhist, Catholic traditions.
Each one of us is on a journey of recovery, healing, repairing, growing and learning how to manifest authentically and creatively. The individual personal work we do directly impacts those in our life and our society at large. I know that we need to be connected to our families, neighbours and communities to find health.
We also need to honour our land, our resources and all sentient beings to be healthy.
I work with the body/mind. Your nervous system is pivotal in our sessions together.
I work in an inclusive way welcoming all the dimensions of who you are.
My values and principles come from Yogic, Buddhist, Catholic traditions.
Each one of us is on a journey of recovery, healing, repairing, growing and learning how to manifest authentically and creatively. The individual personal work we do directly impacts those in our life and our society at large. I know that we need to be connected to our families, neighbours and communities to find health.
We also need to honour our land, our resources and all sentient beings to be healthy.
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FAQ - About Child Therapy
When does a child need to see a therapist?
Children naturally experience emotional ups and downs. Sometimes, though, they need support from a professional. A child may benefit from therapy if their emotions or behaviours change significantly within a short period of time. For example, if a child usually spends time with friends after school but begins isolating in their room, further inquiry is warranted. Other areas for concern include altered sleep patterns, lack of appetite, intense anger, irritability, or hopelessness, or developmental regression in young children (bedwetting, thumb-sucking).
What can a child therapist help with?
A therapist can help with any difficult experience a child may encounter growing up, including learning problems or anxiety related to school, relationship challenges with friends or parents, bullying, intense emotions or phobias, divorce and family dynamics, or the death of a pet or loved one. A therapist can help children process their experience and develop coping skills in an age-appropriate way
What therapy types are most suitable for children?
Children can benefit from different forms of therapy, including family therapy, parent-child interaction therapy, play therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and exposure therapy, depending on their condition. Play therapy is a great option for younger children who may not be able to fully articulate their feelings. In this approach, kids play with toys and games while a therapist observes and helps the child express their emotions and develop coping skills.
Do I need to attend therapy with my child?
Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.
How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?
A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.