Parenting Therapists in Vancouver, BC
I work with youth, adults, couples and families addressing a variety of personal issues such as stress and anxiety, depression, anger, addictions, disordered eating, grief and loss, death and dying, parenting concerns and attachment issues, career and identity, life transitions, loneliness and isolation, communication, assertiveness, self-esteem, family conflict and relationship issues, domestic violence, trauma and abuse.
My work is grounded in attachment and family systems theory and I use a number of evidence-based approaches including Emotion Focussed Therapy, Compassion-Focussed Therapy and Acceptance and Committment Therapy. I incorporate a number of mindfulness-based and expressive art psychotherapies in my work.
I work with youth, adults, couples and families addressing a variety of personal issues such as stress and anxiety, depression, anger, addictions, disordered eating, grief and loss, death and dying, parenting concerns and attachment issues, career and identity, life transitions, loneliness and isolation, communication, assertiveness, self-esteem, family conflict and relationship issues, domestic violence, trauma and abuse.
My work is grounded in attachment and family systems theory and I use a number of evidence-based approaches including Emotion Focussed Therapy, Compassion-Focussed Therapy and Acceptance and Committment Therapy. I incorporate a number of mindfulness-based and expressive art psychotherapies in my work.
I have nearly a decade of experience working with children, youth, and families and as a parent myself, I understand how challenging it can be to manage family dynamics, child and adolescent developmental shifts, and life transitions.
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.
I have nearly a decade of experience working with children, youth, and families and as a parent myself, I understand how challenging it can be to manage family dynamics, child and adolescent developmental shifts, and life transitions.
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.
I am also trained in SPACE (anxiety parenting program).
Accepting new clients with no wait.
Looking for an empathetic and non-judgemental counsellor to support your child? I offer an evidence-based approach that can assist your child in navigating anxieties, peer relationships, life transitions, and mental health challenges. I am passionate about supporting children, youth, and young adults in building resiliency and coping skills. Areas that I have experience working with are anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, and emotional outbursts.
I am also trained in SPACE (anxiety parenting program).
Accepting new clients with no wait.
Looking for an empathetic and non-judgemental counsellor to support your child? I offer an evidence-based approach that can assist your child in navigating anxieties, peer relationships, life transitions, and mental health challenges. I am passionate about supporting children, youth, and young adults in building resiliency and coping skills. Areas that I have experience working with are anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, and emotional outbursts.
I am passionate about supporting youth and adults I specializing in anxiety, mood, relationship, parenting, learning differences, ADHD, executive functioning, navigating schools/ education systems, and clinical counselling supervision.
In private practice and school system specializing in emotional difficulties and learning differences, since 2007. I facilitate parenting and women empowerment groups, presented to preschools, VSB and independent schools providing full staff taring on supporting students with learning difference and their social and emotional needs.
I am passionate about supporting youth and adults I specializing in anxiety, mood, relationship, parenting, learning differences, ADHD, executive functioning, navigating schools/ education systems, and clinical counselling supervision.
In private practice and school system specializing in emotional difficulties and learning differences, since 2007. I facilitate parenting and women empowerment groups, presented to preschools, VSB and independent schools providing full staff taring on supporting students with learning difference and their social and emotional needs.
She also specializes in attachment-focused, trauma-informed family therapy and integrates in therapeutic play to help strengthen bonds between parent/caregivers and children of all ages.
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.
She also specializes in attachment-focused, trauma-informed family therapy and integrates in therapeutic play to help strengthen bonds between parent/caregivers and children of all ages.
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.
I have supervised practicum students, ran parenting support groups, facilitated educational workshops and had extensive experience providing crisis intervention/support.
I believe that every client is innately aware where they need to go (in therapy) to heal themselves. My role is to use my skills to help them along in that process. I meet clients where they are at recognizing that may change from session to session. We start with their goal(s) for counselling and work from there. I don't "need" to know anything in particular before we start. I find that with a trusting relationship, a client will share all that is relevant in order to attain their goal(s).
I have supervised practicum students, ran parenting support groups, facilitated educational workshops and had extensive experience providing crisis intervention/support.
I believe that every client is innately aware where they need to go (in therapy) to heal themselves. My role is to use my skills to help them along in that process. I meet clients where they are at recognizing that may change from session to session. We start with their goal(s) for counselling and work from there. I don't "need" to know anything in particular before we start. I find that with a trusting relationship, a client will share all that is relevant in order to attain their goal(s).
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.
As an overseas Psychologist who has worked in the prisons and social welfare department in Hong Kong, I can understand teens and children very well. Having studied Educational and Clinical Psychology, I understand parenting discipline and learning issues, and have a passion for autism and ADHD. Why not call for a free initial consultation for your situation?
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.
As an overseas Psychologist who has worked in the prisons and social welfare department in Hong Kong, I can understand teens and children very well. Having studied Educational and Clinical Psychology, I understand parenting discipline and learning issues, and have a passion for autism and ADHD. Why not call for a free initial consultation for your situation?
I am also passionate about parenting and relationship issues, as I have personal experience in navigating co- parenting dynamics and relationships.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with a Master’s in Counselling Psychology (MEd) from The University of British Columbia (UBC). I also hold a Bachelor of Education (BEd) from UBC and a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) from Emily Carr University of Art and Design. I was born and raised in Vancouver, but spent many years in the Okanagan Valley and Vancouver Island. Before entering the counselling profession I spent a decade working as an art teacher. I consider myself a person-centered teacher and counsellor, viewing everyone I work with as a unique individual, holding them in unconditional positive regard.
I am also passionate about parenting and relationship issues, as I have personal experience in navigating co- parenting dynamics and relationships.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with a Master’s in Counselling Psychology (MEd) from The University of British Columbia (UBC). I also hold a Bachelor of Education (BEd) from UBC and a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) from Emily Carr University of Art and Design. I was born and raised in Vancouver, but spent many years in the Okanagan Valley and Vancouver Island. Before entering the counselling profession I spent a decade working as an art teacher. I consider myself a person-centered teacher and counsellor, viewing everyone I work with as a unique individual, holding them in unconditional positive regard.
Whether it’s in your romantic, family, parenting, friendship, or work relationships, counselling can help you make the changes you are longing for.
Together, we’ll explore what’s weighing on you and get to know how resentment, fear, loneliness, or disappointment might be affecting your life. We’ll also explore how bigger systemic challenges could be contributing. Building on your existing strengths, we’ll find areas for growth - so you can move towards more authentic and fulfilling relationships.
Whether it’s in your romantic, family, parenting, friendship, or work relationships, counselling can help you make the changes you are longing for.
Together, we’ll explore what’s weighing on you and get to know how resentment, fear, loneliness, or disappointment might be affecting your life. We’ll also explore how bigger systemic challenges could be contributing. Building on your existing strengths, we’ll find areas for growth - so you can move towards more authentic and fulfilling relationships.
Are you tired of feeling the weight of all of those parenting tasks? Overwhelmed with conflict in your relationships? Are you struggling with a difficult decision, feeling worried about how the pandemic is impacting you, or in a new phase of your life that is causing you to redefine who you are and who you would like to become? You are not alone! I believe you are capable of not just surviving, but thriving.
I have spent the last decade supporting a variety of populations including at risk and marginalized youth, their families and caregivers in collaboration with the Ministry of Child and Family Development. My experience has also included working in therapeutic homes, community agencies and within the criminal justice system.
Are you tired of feeling the weight of all of those parenting tasks? Overwhelmed with conflict in your relationships? Are you struggling with a difficult decision, feeling worried about how the pandemic is impacting you, or in a new phase of your life that is causing you to redefine who you are and who you would like to become? You are not alone! I believe you are capable of not just surviving, but thriving.
I have spent the last decade supporting a variety of populations including at risk and marginalized youth, their families and caregivers in collaboration with the Ministry of Child and Family Development. My experience has also included working in therapeutic homes, community agencies and within the criminal justice system.
As a parent, you give so much of yourself to others, but who is supporting you? Whether you're expecting a child, navigating the postpartum transition, or managing the complexities of raising kids, it can be hard to find time to care for yourself.
Together, we’ll use evidence-based, solution-focused approaches to help you find balance, build resilience, feel more grounded, and reconnect with yourself. Drawing on decades of experience, I bring a compassionate, empathetic approach and provide a supportive space where you can deepen your self-understanding and foster personal growth.
As a parent, you give so much of yourself to others, but who is supporting you? Whether you're expecting a child, navigating the postpartum transition, or managing the complexities of raising kids, it can be hard to find time to care for yourself.
Together, we’ll use evidence-based, solution-focused approaches to help you find balance, build resilience, feel more grounded, and reconnect with yourself. Drawing on decades of experience, I bring a compassionate, empathetic approach and provide a supportive space where you can deepen your self-understanding and foster personal growth.
Meet Our Parenting Counsellors
For the past 30 years, I have been working as a settlement counsellor and parent educator helping immigrants, refugees, and international students who are adjusting to life in Canada.
My family members and I have gone through critical illness and car accidents facing life and death. My personal journey enriched my life experience in dealing with grief and loss, depression and anxiety, immigration and settlement challenges, parenting, family violence , child abuse and relationship challenges both at work and home.
For the past 30 years, I have been working as a settlement counsellor and parent educator helping immigrants, refugees, and international students who are adjusting to life in Canada.
My family members and I have gone through critical illness and car accidents facing life and death. My personal journey enriched my life experience in dealing with grief and loss, depression and anxiety, immigration and settlement challenges, parenting, family violence , child abuse and relationship challenges both at work and home.
I am based in Vancouver and work with individuals, couples, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and parenting challenges.
I use somatic methods, EMDR, and emotion-focused therapy to facilitate a process in which the body can point each client to their unique ‘antidote.’ Beyond emotional pain are unmet needs, which, when discovered, can be addressed and met. When working with families, I facilitate the development of healthy boundaries, secure attachment and lovingkindness.
I am based in Vancouver and work with individuals, couples, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and parenting challenges.
I use somatic methods, EMDR, and emotion-focused therapy to facilitate a process in which the body can point each client to their unique ‘antidote.’ Beyond emotional pain are unmet needs, which, when discovered, can be addressed and met. When working with families, I facilitate the development of healthy boundaries, secure attachment and lovingkindness.
I provide parent-led interventions to support your child’s anxiety and help them build the confidence they need to reach their highest potential.
You feel desperate to help your child overcome their anxiety that has taken over their daily lives and your household. Watching your child struggle with crippling fears like OCD or Selective Mutism can leave you feeling heartbroken. You feel stuck in a cycle of frustration and defeat. You've tried reassurances, avoiding certain situations, ultimatums and praises - but nothing seems to ease their anxiety, or yours. More than anything, you just want your child to be happy and confident. I'm Jessica, a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Psychotherapist at Journey Therapy.
I provide parent-led interventions to support your child’s anxiety and help them build the confidence they need to reach their highest potential.
You feel desperate to help your child overcome their anxiety that has taken over their daily lives and your household. Watching your child struggle with crippling fears like OCD or Selective Mutism can leave you feeling heartbroken. You feel stuck in a cycle of frustration and defeat. You've tried reassurances, avoiding certain situations, ultimatums and praises - but nothing seems to ease their anxiety, or yours. More than anything, you just want your child to be happy and confident. I'm Jessica, a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Psychotherapist at Journey Therapy.
The courts have provided us with the tools to help you successfully co- parent children with someone with whom you largely disagree.
In the world of problems, maybe none are more worth solving than those that plague children and families. Over 20 years, I have dedicated my practice to solving these problems by counselling parents, children & families and assisting them through high-conflict challenges. In March 2013, the Family Law Act changed whereby it now is rightly focused on the best interests of the child and makes it possible for families to work with a parental coordinator who has judicial authority to make legally binding decisions. This alternate dispute resolution allows for a more effective process so that children of high-conflict families are not stale mated.
The courts have provided us with the tools to help you successfully co- parent children with someone with whom you largely disagree.
In the world of problems, maybe none are more worth solving than those that plague children and families. Over 20 years, I have dedicated my practice to solving these problems by counselling parents, children & families and assisting them through high-conflict challenges. In March 2013, the Family Law Act changed whereby it now is rightly focused on the best interests of the child and makes it possible for families to work with a parental coordinator who has judicial authority to make legally binding decisions. This alternate dispute resolution allows for a more effective process so that children of high-conflict families are not stale mated.
I have over 25 years experience working with children, teens, and adults dealing with generalized and social anxiety, mood, ocd, perfectionism, self-doubt, body image, sport psychology, relationship and parenting challenges, workplace conflict.
I help clients identify and develop mental and emotional strategies to empower them to move forward in a different way. I have extensive training and certification in the following approaches: CBT, ACT, DBT, Exposure Response Prevention and SPACE- a Parent -Based Therapy to treat child anxiety.
I have over 25 years experience working with children, teens, and adults dealing with generalized and social anxiety, mood, ocd, perfectionism, self-doubt, body image, sport psychology, relationship and parenting challenges, workplace conflict.
I help clients identify and develop mental and emotional strategies to empower them to move forward in a different way. I have extensive training and certification in the following approaches: CBT, ACT, DBT, Exposure Response Prevention and SPACE- a Parent -Based Therapy to treat child anxiety.
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.
Lesley Holm is a Registered Art Therapist at the Vancouver Psychology Centre. 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. 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.
Lesley Holm is a Registered Art Therapist at the Vancouver Psychology Centre. 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. 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.
My focus includes, mild-moderate anxiety or depression, coping with stressors or life changes or transitions, struggles with self-esteem or self concept or self-doubt and more! If you're a parent looking for support and guidance around navigating those hard parts of raising a human being, I'm here!.
Accepting new clients now! I offer online service for young people, adults, and parents who are looking to create a positive shift in their lives or families. We can meet over secure video or telephone, whichever works best for you! I've had success in providing the same quality of service virtually as I would in an office. The best part is that you can live or be anywhere and don't have to drive or walk to meet with me! You can be cozy at home or even on your lunch break at work or school. It's super convenient and accessible! Curious? Book a complimentary 15-minute consultation and see if this works for you.
My focus includes, mild-moderate anxiety or depression, coping with stressors or life changes or transitions, struggles with self-esteem or self concept or self-doubt and more! If you're a parent looking for support and guidance around navigating those hard parts of raising a human being, I'm here!.
Accepting new clients now! I offer online service for young people, adults, and parents who are looking to create a positive shift in their lives or families. We can meet over secure video or telephone, whichever works best for you! I've had success in providing the same quality of service virtually as I would in an office. The best part is that you can live or be anywhere and don't have to drive or walk to meet with me! You can be cozy at home or even on your lunch break at work or school. It's super convenient and accessible! Curious? Book a complimentary 15-minute consultation and see if this works for you.
Georgia McCusker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MPsych, RSW, BSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I work mostly with people struggling with "I just don't feel right": whether that's parenting stuff, mom guilt, relationship issues, family drama, or just trying to find out who you are and who you want to be.
Professionally? I have a Bachelor of Social Work, a Master's of Psychology, and ten years of experience working with people struggling with all aspects of mental health. Personally? I am a human being who exists in this wild world with a ton of education and experience in the realm of "I want to feel better and have the life I want."
I work mostly with people struggling with "I just don't feel right": whether that's parenting stuff, mom guilt, relationship issues, family drama, or just trying to find out who you are and who you want to be.
Professionally? I have a Bachelor of Social Work, a Master's of Psychology, and ten years of experience working with people struggling with all aspects of mental health. Personally? I am a human being who exists in this wild world with a ton of education and experience in the realm of "I want to feel better and have the life I want."
Areas of speciality include anxiety, depression, parenting and food related challenges specific to binge or emotional eating.
Hi there, my name is Kathryn Gardiner. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and I love what I do. Life is hard. For everyone. Finding someone to help make it less so can be tricky and also deeply rewarding. I believe in not only championing and supporting my clients but equipping them with the skills necessary to reach their greatest potential. I take great pride in walking alongside those who recognize the need to do a little digging. Witnessing the courage it takes to do so never ceases to move me, and in turn inspires me to continue my work. On the job and off.
Areas of speciality include anxiety, depression, parenting and food related challenges specific to binge or emotional eating.
Hi there, my name is Kathryn Gardiner. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and I love what I do. Life is hard. For everyone. Finding someone to help make it less so can be tricky and also deeply rewarding. I believe in not only championing and supporting my clients but equipping them with the skills necessary to reach their greatest potential. I take great pride in walking alongside those who recognize the need to do a little digging. Witnessing the courage it takes to do so never ceases to move me, and in turn inspires me to continue my work. On the job and off.
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Parenting Counsellors
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.