Divorce Therapists in Vancouver, BC
Are you feeling lost after a divorce and want to rebuild your life?
To accompany you on this journey, I utilize Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) techniques that will help you reprogram those limiting thought patterns holding you back. Furthermore, through somatic coaching, I will guide you to reconnect with your body's innate wisdom, a powerful source of strength and guidance that will support you in managing your emotions
Are you feeling lost after a divorce and want to rebuild your life?
To accompany you on this journey, I utilize Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) techniques that will help you reprogram those limiting thought patterns holding you back. Furthermore, through somatic coaching, I will guide you to reconnect with your body's innate wisdom, a powerful source of strength and guidance that will support you in managing your emotions
After a separation and divorce it brings out the best and worst in people.
I have been practicing as a Clinical and Forensic Psychologist in B.C. for 42 years. I was previously the Senior Psychologist at the Vancouver Health Dept. and the Director of Psychology at VGH (Shaughnessy). I was a consultant to the Family Justice Counselling Service (BC Attorney General) for 10 years and the National Parole Board of Canada. My clients these days see me primarily for parenting and post-separation problems. This can take the form of parenting assessments for the Court, consulting, and Parent Coordination. I am registered in BC. Equally importantly I am a husband, father and grandfather. My website: melterman.ca
After a separation and divorce it brings out the best and worst in people.
I have been practicing as a Clinical and Forensic Psychologist in B.C. for 42 years. I was previously the Senior Psychologist at the Vancouver Health Dept. and the Director of Psychology at VGH (Shaughnessy). I was a consultant to the Family Justice Counselling Service (BC Attorney General) for 10 years and the National Parole Board of Canada. My clients these days see me primarily for parenting and post-separation problems. This can take the form of parenting assessments for the Court, consulting, and Parent Coordination. I am registered in BC. Equally importantly I am a husband, father and grandfather. My website: melterman.ca
My specialized training in working with children, adolescence and divorce support allows me to offer uniquely tailored approaches.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor that specializes in providing support through life's challenges and transitions. I work with children struggling with big emotions, teens navigating anxiety, identity, and social pressures, adults seeking personal growth or relationship support, and parents working to strengthen family bonds. Whether you're an individual looking for guidance, a child processing changes, or a family needing support, I offer flexible options through virtual sessions, in-office sessions set up for play-therapy, or in-home visits. My approach emphasizes building resilience and secure relationships.
My specialized training in working with children, adolescence and divorce support allows me to offer uniquely tailored approaches.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor that specializes in providing support through life's challenges and transitions. I work with children struggling with big emotions, teens navigating anxiety, identity, and social pressures, adults seeking personal growth or relationship support, and parents working to strengthen family bonds. Whether you're an individual looking for guidance, a child processing changes, or a family needing support, I offer flexible options through virtual sessions, in-office sessions set up for play-therapy, or in-home visits. My approach emphasizes building resilience and secure relationships.
Her clinical focus is in working with children and youth with anxiety and their families and providing therapy for children and families impacted by divorce and separation.
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.
Her clinical focus is in working with children and youth with anxiety and their families and providing therapy for children and families impacted by divorce and separation.
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.
She offers expertise in child and adolescent mental health, family therapy, individual counselling, art/play therapy, separation and divorce, collaborative divorce, and psychological/diagnostic assessment.
Dr. Lisa Ferrari is a registered clinical psychologist who has been providing psychological services and counselling for over 18 years. In addition to her private practice, she has worked in clinical settings such as child and youth mental health, and child and family counselling centres. Dr. Ferrari has also held positions as an Adjunct Faculty member position at the Adler School for Professional Psychology and Clinical Supervisor for community child and family trauma counselling programs. She has also consulted with school personnel, on supporting children and youth with various behavioural, and emotional difficulties.
She offers expertise in child and adolescent mental health, family therapy, individual counselling, art/play therapy, separation and divorce, collaborative divorce, and psychological/diagnostic assessment.
Dr. Lisa Ferrari is a registered clinical psychologist who has been providing psychological services and counselling for over 18 years. In addition to her private practice, she has worked in clinical settings such as child and youth mental health, and child and family counselling centres. Dr. Ferrari has also held positions as an Adjunct Faculty member position at the Adler School for Professional Psychology and Clinical Supervisor for community child and family trauma counselling programs. She has also consulted with school personnel, on supporting children and youth with various behavioural, and emotional difficulties.
Divorce is a challenging time for all family members.
My experience working with children spans over 20 years in the areas of trauma including children impacted by high conflict divorce. My office includes a playroom which provides the environment for the expressive therapies treatment modality.
Divorce is a challenging time for all family members.
My experience working with children spans over 20 years in the areas of trauma including children impacted by high conflict divorce. My office includes a playroom which provides the environment for the expressive therapies treatment modality.
Divorce, work pressures, anxiety, depression have all been part of my life and I'd love to share what I've learned with you.
You will enjoy working with me if you are seeking a calm, safe space to discuss the challenges that you are facing. I approach each new person without judgment or expectations.
Divorce, work pressures, anxiety, depression have all been part of my life and I'd love to share what I've learned with you.
You will enjoy working with me if you are seeking a calm, safe space to discuss the challenges that you are facing. I approach each new person without judgment or expectations.
Other areas of focus: divorce, co-parenting, infidelity, ADHD, neurodiversity, anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, balancing life priorities, boundaries, grief and loss, workplace stress.
As a marriage and family therapist, I have taken extensive supervision and training in couples therapy. I am passionate about couples work; individual relational therapy and family systems. You will find me to be approachable, caring, nonjudgmental. I go the extra mile including resources, exercises to whatever you feel would be most helpful at the time.
Other areas of focus: divorce, co-parenting, infidelity, ADHD, neurodiversity, anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, balancing life priorities, boundaries, grief and loss, workplace stress.
As a marriage and family therapist, I have taken extensive supervision and training in couples therapy. I am passionate about couples work; individual relational therapy and family systems. You will find me to be approachable, caring, nonjudgmental. I go the extra mile including resources, exercises to whatever you feel would be most helpful at the time.
I create a safe place to explore these issues in a non-judgmental atmosphere, whether personal issues, relationship issues or divorce issues.
Working from a family systems approach I work with individuals and their personal issues when people feel stuck in their lives. I also do couples therapy, helping with communication or intimacy problems. And family issues, both current issues with parenting or family, and family of origin. I also specialize in divorce issues and am a Parenting Coordinator.
I create a safe place to explore these issues in a non-judgmental atmosphere, whether personal issues, relationship issues or divorce issues.
Working from a family systems approach I work with individuals and their personal issues when people feel stuck in their lives. I also do couples therapy, helping with communication or intimacy problems. And family issues, both current issues with parenting or family, and family of origin. I also specialize in divorce issues and am a Parenting Coordinator.
The stress of divorce, family court, co-parenting with a controlling ex, and securing stability for your children can feel overwhelming.
I will listen with care to understand how coercive control affects you and your children. Together, we’ll explore its impact and develop strategies for communication, safety, and therapeutic parenting. As your feminist and violence and abuse informed therapist, I’ll connect you to resources and remind you of your strength as you come back to yourself.
The stress of divorce, family court, co-parenting with a controlling ex, and securing stability for your children can feel overwhelming.
I will listen with care to understand how coercive control affects you and your children. Together, we’ll explore its impact and develop strategies for communication, safety, and therapeutic parenting. As your feminist and violence and abuse informed therapist, I’ll connect you to resources and remind you of your strength as you come back to yourself.
As a divorce coach, I work with families to develop effective plans that put the children first, revise existing plans, improve communication , and help with co-parent decision making.
One of the most difficult things to do in life is to ask for help. I understand that making the first call is stressful, and I am open to hearing your concerns as soon as we connect. I encompass a non judgmental approach, based on strength and resilience. I work collaboratively with my clients to empower them to make important changes in their lives. As a counselor, I support each client's own experience of their story. I take a holistic approach to understand the many layers that surround life challenges, to create connections and promote change.
As a divorce coach, I work with families to develop effective plans that put the children first, revise existing plans, improve communication , and help with co-parent decision making.
One of the most difficult things to do in life is to ask for help. I understand that making the first call is stressful, and I am open to hearing your concerns as soon as we connect. I encompass a non judgmental approach, based on strength and resilience. I work collaboratively with my clients to empower them to make important changes in their lives. As a counselor, I support each client's own experience of their story. I take a holistic approach to understand the many layers that surround life challenges, to create connections and promote change.
My areas of expertise include substance use, mood disorders, separation/ divorce, life transitions, parenting plans, anxiety, and relationship issues.
I have been a social worker for 20 years, and use various modalities, including, cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, mediation, interpersonal therapy, family systems, strengths-based therapy, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, and divorce coaching within the Collaborative Divorce process.
My areas of expertise include substance use, mood disorders, separation/ divorce, life transitions, parenting plans, anxiety, and relationship issues.
I have been a social worker for 20 years, and use various modalities, including, cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, mediation, interpersonal therapy, family systems, strengths-based therapy, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, and divorce coaching within the Collaborative Divorce process.
Going through separation and divorce is a rough process.
I am a social worker specialized in child welfare and strengthening couples' relationships with your best interests in mind. I help clients work on relational, communication and parenting issues. Gottman method, CBT, Client-centred, DBT and mindfulness-based approaches are the techniques I use. I am fluent in Farsi and English.
Going through separation and divorce is a rough process.
I am a social worker specialized in child welfare and strengthening couples' relationships with your best interests in mind. I help clients work on relational, communication and parenting issues. Gottman method, CBT, Client-centred, DBT and mindfulness-based approaches are the techniques I use. I am fluent in Farsi and English.
I also specialize in relationship issues- coping with challenging relationships, divorce coaching and relationship rebuilding.
I have twenty years of experience counselling individuals, couples and families to new gain insights, reduce anxiety and learn strategic tools to increase self-fulfillment, and create happier relationships. I use evidence-based CBT, psychodynamic, person-centred, attachment, EMDR and mindfulness based stress reduction. Experienced as a Supervisor of Therapists. Specialized training in Mindfulness Stress Reduction, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Eye-movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. Specializing in anxiety and low mood management, self-esteem building, relationship issues and concerns.
I also specialize in relationship issues- coping with challenging relationships, divorce coaching and relationship rebuilding.
I have twenty years of experience counselling individuals, couples and families to new gain insights, reduce anxiety and learn strategic tools to increase self-fulfillment, and create happier relationships. I use evidence-based CBT, psychodynamic, person-centred, attachment, EMDR and mindfulness based stress reduction. Experienced as a Supervisor of Therapists. Specialized training in Mindfulness Stress Reduction, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Eye-movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. Specializing in anxiety and low mood management, self-esteem building, relationship issues and concerns.
My expertise encompasses a range of areas including depression, anxiety, anger issues, stress management, trauma, grief and loss, marriage issues, divorce recovery, infidelity, trust issues, self-esteem, self-confidence, and eating disorders
I am passionate about working with people who have experienced traumatic events, anxiety, and depression. Additionally, I specialize in supporting women who have encountered various challenges, including physical violence. In my practice, I frequently utilize a blend of mindfulness therapy, emotionally focused therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Acceptance
My expertise encompasses a range of areas including depression, anxiety, anger issues, stress management, trauma, grief and loss, marriage issues, divorce recovery, infidelity, trust issues, self-esteem, self-confidence, and eating disorders
I am passionate about working with people who have experienced traumatic events, anxiety, and depression. Additionally, I specialize in supporting women who have encountered various challenges, including physical violence. In my practice, I frequently utilize a blend of mindfulness therapy, emotionally focused therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Acceptance
I may be a good fit for you if you are in a place of curious self discovery, contemplating change (big or small), navigating divorce, fertility concerns, childhood trauma processing, or overwhelm with daily life.
I support adults who are seeking to understand historical and relational trauma and to live with more authenticity, clarity, and intention. Many of the people I work with have spent years in survival mode—navigating life the best they could—but are now ready to shift into a more connected and empowered way of being.
I may be a good fit for you if you are in a place of curious self discovery, contemplating change (big or small), navigating divorce, fertility concerns, childhood trauma processing, or overwhelm with daily life.
I support adults who are seeking to understand historical and relational trauma and to live with more authenticity, clarity, and intention. Many of the people I work with have spent years in survival mode—navigating life the best they could—but are now ready to shift into a more connected and empowered way of being.
I have been in the education system for 17 years and have extensive experience working with a variety of children, teens and parents struggling with difficult family dynamics, anxiety, depression, separation, divorce, trauma, major life transitions, and abuse.
At the core of my counselling practice, is a belief in human resilience and perseverance. I know that when we are genuinely understood and accepted by ourselves, healing and growth occurs. As a person-centered therapist, I offer a collaborative relationship in which you will be deeply heard and accepted without judgement.
I have been in the education system for 17 years and have extensive experience working with a variety of children, teens and parents struggling with difficult family dynamics, anxiety, depression, separation, divorce, trauma, major life transitions, and abuse.
At the core of my counselling practice, is a belief in human resilience and perseverance. I know that when we are genuinely understood and accepted by ourselves, healing and growth occurs. As a person-centered therapist, I offer a collaborative relationship in which you will be deeply heard and accepted without judgement.
I bring over a decade of related experience-including a 17-year legal career, professional mediation and collaborative divorce training, and long-standing commitments to mindfulness and meaning-centered practices.
I’m Jeff Naylor, a Vancouver counsellor (RCC, CCC) with a former career as a lawyer. I am also a father, spouse, and friend.
Many clients come to me feeling burned out, anxious, or stuck- possibly high-functioning on the outside, but feeling disconnected within. My approach draws on narrative therapy, EFT, mindfulness, and, most importantly, the insights you bring to the room. I offer space to explore stress, loss, relationship strain, and deeper questions of identity, meaning, and change. Together, we look at how your story is unfolding—what voices sustain you, what no longer fits, and what new stories are ready to emerge.
I bring over a decade of related experience-including a 17-year legal career, professional mediation and collaborative divorce training, and long-standing commitments to mindfulness and meaning-centered practices.
I’m Jeff Naylor, a Vancouver counsellor (RCC, CCC) with a former career as a lawyer. I am also a father, spouse, and friend.
Many clients come to me feeling burned out, anxious, or stuck- possibly high-functioning on the outside, but feeling disconnected within. My approach draws on narrative therapy, EFT, mindfulness, and, most importantly, the insights you bring to the room. I offer space to explore stress, loss, relationship strain, and deeper questions of identity, meaning, and change. Together, we look at how your story is unfolding—what voices sustain you, what no longer fits, and what new stories are ready to emerge.
I provide treatment for issues related to early childhood experiences, trauma, anxiety, anger, depression, emotion regulation difficulties, self-esteem, relationships, divorce and separation, parenting, and stress.
I use an integrative trauma-informed approach that encompasses aspects of Attachment Theory, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Narrative Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Expressive Art and Play Therapy depending on the needs of my clients.
I provide treatment for issues related to early childhood experiences, trauma, anxiety, anger, depression, emotion regulation difficulties, self-esteem, relationships, divorce and separation, parenting, and stress.
I use an integrative trauma-informed approach that encompasses aspects of Attachment Theory, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Narrative Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Expressive Art and Play Therapy depending on the needs of my clients.
Drawing from personal experiences such as divorce, bipolar and borderline personality disorders, multiple career changes, immigration, blended family, and childhood trauma, I am dedicated to providing empathetic and effective support to help clients navigate their unique journeys toward mental wellness and personal growth.
I am passionate about helping others navigate life's challenges. I strive to build trusting relationships with clients, offering empathy, guidance, and encouragement as we work towards positive change and self-discovery. I am compassionate and dedicated to facilitating positive change and growth in individuals, couples and families. With a deep understanding of the human mind and emotions, I offer a safe and non-judgmental space for my clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and concerns.
Drawing from personal experiences such as divorce, bipolar and borderline personality disorders, multiple career changes, immigration, blended family, and childhood trauma, I am dedicated to providing empathetic and effective support to help clients navigate their unique journeys toward mental wellness and personal growth.
I am passionate about helping others navigate life's challenges. I strive to build trusting relationships with clients, offering empathy, guidance, and encouragement as we work towards positive change and self-discovery. I am compassionate and dedicated to facilitating positive change and growth in individuals, couples and families. With a deep understanding of the human mind and emotions, I offer a safe and non-judgmental space for my clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and concerns.
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Divorce Counsellors
How does therapy for people affected by a divorce work?
Individuals may feel a number of emotions following a divorce, such as shock, guilt, grief, anger, and fear. Therapists offer a non-judgmental space for individuals to talk about what they’ve experienced and process their emotions. Therapists will help clients develop coping strategies. They can also help a client rebuild their sense of self and self-worth and talk about what a happier future might look like.
What’s the most common type of therapy following a divorce?
There are several types of therapy that may be useful for divorce, including cognitive behavioural, acceptance and commitment, solution-focused brief, and mindfulness-based therapies. Many therapy types are talk-therapy based, which is typically the most popular option for individuals dealing with divorce. Cognitive behavioural therapy is a widely-used talk therapy, however, there’s no specific therapy type that’s designed to help people with divorce, and different types will work depending on the person.
When should an individual seek help due to a divorce?
When the feelings of a divorced individual, or an individual going through the process of divorce, begin to disrupt healthy daily functioning, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not performing at work due to problems with anxiety or motivation, if they’re no longer seeing friends due to feelings of shame, or if they’re not properly taking care of themselves as a result of depression, speaking to a professional could help.
How do you encourage someone to go to therapy due to a divorce?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the individual while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Sharing how the individual appears to be suffering, and what effects it has on them or on their children, should be done with compassion and empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.