Parenting Therapists in Vancouver, BC
Kathleen Blackmore Parent & Child Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RCSW, RSW
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V6M
I support families ( parents and children) when children are feeling anxious, unhappy, angry or struggling with friendship, school or family difficulties.
I bring an empathic, nonjudgmental, hopeful and light approach to my work. I use a range of therapy modalities, including Attachment Theory, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Non-Violent Communication, Play Therapy, Child- Parent Relationship Therapy and Emotion Focused Family Therapy. I have completed Parent Coach Training with Happily Family.
I support families ( parents and children) when children are feeling anxious, unhappy, angry or struggling with friendship, school or family difficulties.
I bring an empathic, nonjudgmental, hopeful and light approach to my work. I use a range of therapy modalities, including Attachment Theory, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Non-Violent Communication, Play Therapy, Child- Parent Relationship Therapy and Emotion Focused Family Therapy. I have completed Parent Coach Training with Happily Family.
For difficulties in relationships, parenting, and/or anxiety, I will integrate my understanding of attachment theory and the nervous system to explore earlier life experiences that may require healing.
I understand firsthand how much of a balancing act life can be. I know that life can present challenges that take us off course and result in feelings of frustration, anxiety, and fear. I know that the competing demands of work and family life can make it feel like you are being pulled in all directions and not really doing anything well, it's as though you are barely keeping your head above water. I work with people who are ready feel differently.
For difficulties in relationships, parenting, and/or anxiety, I will integrate my understanding of attachment theory and the nervous system to explore earlier life experiences that may require healing.
I understand firsthand how much of a balancing act life can be. I know that life can present challenges that take us off course and result in feelings of frustration, anxiety, and fear. I know that the competing demands of work and family life can make it feel like you are being pulled in all directions and not really doing anything well, it's as though you are barely keeping your head above water. I work with people who are ready feel differently.
I am a Certified Expressive Arts Therapist, a professional member of the International/ Canadian Expressive Arts Therapy Associations. I facilitate healing by bringing together body-mind sensation, psychological life, imagination, and intuition using integrative, multimodal arts processes for personal and transformation. I believe that when people accept themselves just as they are, they can change; imagination, creativity and intuition will give them the capacity to reach down into the depths of the psyche, the spirit, the soul, and the body, transform and be resilient from his suffering.
I am a Certified Expressive Arts Therapist, a professional member of the International/ Canadian Expressive Arts Therapy Associations. I facilitate healing by bringing together body-mind sensation, psychological life, imagination, and intuition using integrative, multimodal arts processes for personal and transformation. I believe that when people accept themselves just as they are, they can change; imagination, creativity and intuition will give them the capacity to reach down into the depths of the psyche, the spirit, the soul, and the body, transform and be resilient from his suffering.
Counselling can be seen as planting a seed that, with nurturing and attention, will grow into something beautiful. Every individual is akin to a seed that undergoes continual growth, advancing through each fleeting season filled with moments of happiness, sorrows, triumphs, bravery, disappointments, and fresh starts. Like seeds, humans require sources and resources to aid them in reaching their full potential, such as sunlight, rain, and soil. And just like every seed holds importance, every human being also possesses inherent value. By choosing to seek counseling, you have taken the first step towards transformation.
Counselling can be seen as planting a seed that, with nurturing and attention, will grow into something beautiful. Every individual is akin to a seed that undergoes continual growth, advancing through each fleeting season filled with moments of happiness, sorrows, triumphs, bravery, disappointments, and fresh starts. Like seeds, humans require sources and resources to aid them in reaching their full potential, such as sunlight, rain, and soil. And just like every seed holds importance, every human being also possesses inherent value. By choosing to seek counseling, you have taken the first step towards transformation.
Children (ages 3–12) and Parents: Support for anxiety, fears, behavioral issues (aggression, defiance), depression, low self-esteem, sleep problems, attention difficulties, trauma recovery, bullying, emotional regulation, parent–child conflicts, family changes (separation or loss), and positive parenting guidance.
I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a Master’s in Clinical Psychology and over 12 years of experience. I offer counselling in English and Farsi, using an integrative approach that combines CBT, trauma-focused therapy, IFS, and play therapy.
Children (ages 3–12) and Parents: Support for anxiety, fears, behavioral issues (aggression, defiance), depression, low self-esteem, sleep problems, attention difficulties, trauma recovery, bullying, emotional regulation, parent–child conflicts, family changes (separation or loss), and positive parenting guidance.
I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a Master’s in Clinical Psychology and over 12 years of experience. I offer counselling in English and Farsi, using an integrative approach that combines CBT, trauma-focused therapy, IFS, and play therapy.
While in my care, you feel warmth and connection. I have come to believe that the childhood and adolescent years in a person’s life go a long way to defining who they are and what they go on to do in their future. I am constantly learning about myself and seeking growth in my personal and professional life, which fuels my drive to help children and families in distress. My absolute love and adoration for children plays a big part in my decisions. I have a genuine passion for seeing the happiness within people and I believe that those who are genuinely happy with who they go on to spread authentic happiness to others.
While in my care, you feel warmth and connection. I have come to believe that the childhood and adolescent years in a person’s life go a long way to defining who they are and what they go on to do in their future. I am constantly learning about myself and seeking growth in my personal and professional life, which fuels my drive to help children and families in distress. My absolute love and adoration for children plays a big part in my decisions. I have a genuine passion for seeing the happiness within people and I believe that those who are genuinely happy with who they go on to spread authentic happiness to others.
I also provide parent counselling sessions.
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 also provide parent counselling sessions.
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 am a Korean Canadian Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with the BCACC, and I support individuals and families from diverse cultural backgrounds. I am passionate about helping clients navigate stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, as well as issues related to cultural adjustment and life transitions. In my counselling work, I strive to create a warm, safe, and welcoming environment where clients feel comfortable sharing your stories.
I am a Korean Canadian Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with the BCACC, and I support individuals and families from diverse cultural backgrounds. I am passionate about helping clients navigate stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, as well as issues related to cultural adjustment and life transitions. In my counselling work, I strive to create a warm, safe, and welcoming environment where clients feel comfortable sharing your stories.
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.
Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or just need a neutral ear to listen? I am here for you. These are strange times we are living in and you are definitely not alone, although sometimes it can feel that way. You deserve to feel happiness, less anxious, and to feel that you have a purpose. I can help you get back to the best version of YOU.
Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or just need a neutral ear to listen? I am here for you. These are strange times we are living in and you are definitely not alone, although sometimes it can feel that way. You deserve to feel happiness, less anxious, and to feel that you have a purpose. I can help you get back to the best version of YOU.
EMDR THERAPY GROUP offers a warm and welcoming place for people to enhance their strengths, build their resiliency, and heal their emotional wounds. Our team of skilled EMDR therapists strongly believes that an encouraging and supportive environment is where people can do their best work. Our mission is to provide a meaningful therapeutic experience through the use of EMDR therapy and other evidence-based therapies to promote health and wellbeing in our clients.
EMDR THERAPY GROUP offers a warm and welcoming place for people to enhance their strengths, build their resiliency, and heal their emotional wounds. Our team of skilled EMDR therapists strongly believes that an encouraging and supportive environment is where people can do their best work. Our mission is to provide a meaningful therapeutic experience through the use of EMDR therapy and other evidence-based therapies to promote health and wellbeing in our clients.
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 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.
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.
Building trust is at the heart of the counseling process. As a counsellor my commitment is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel heard, valued, and supported. I am dedicated to fostering an environment of compassion, openness, and respect so that together we can work towards healing, growth, and self discovery.
Building trust is at the heart of the counseling process. As a counsellor my commitment is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel heard, valued, and supported. I am dedicated to fostering an environment of compassion, openness, and respect so that together we can work towards healing, growth, and self discovery.
I am also trained in SPACE (child-anxiety parenting program).
Looking for an empathetic and non-judgemental counsellor to support you and your child? I offer an evidence-based approach that can assist individuals navigating anxieties, peer relationships, life transitions, and mental health challenges. I am passionate about supporting children and youth build resiliency, while also providing caregivers with practical skills and strategies to do the work at home. Some of the areas that I have experience working with are anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, and emotional outbursts.
I am also trained in SPACE (child-anxiety parenting program).
Looking for an empathetic and non-judgemental counsellor to support you and your child? I offer an evidence-based approach that can assist individuals navigating anxieties, peer relationships, life transitions, and mental health challenges. I am passionate about supporting children and youth build resiliency, while also providing caregivers with practical skills and strategies to do the work at home. Some of the areas that I have experience working with are anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, and emotional outbursts.
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 offer you a compassionate space to explore and experience ease in your body. We usually begin with some psycho-education around the neuroscience and Somatic approaches (embodiment work), and continue our work together drawing upon Narrative, Somatic, Expressive, and Somatic CBT practices that align with you. My work is holistic in nature, nourishing you to create meaningful, sustainable change in your life. I am neuro-affirming and work with all ages, adapting my approaches to my clients strengths and interests. eMail me to book your complimentary consult below - I look forward to connecting with you!
I offer you a compassionate space to explore and experience ease in your body. We usually begin with some psycho-education around the neuroscience and Somatic approaches (embodiment work), and continue our work together drawing upon Narrative, Somatic, Expressive, and Somatic CBT practices that align with you. My work is holistic in nature, nourishing you to create meaningful, sustainable change in your life. I am neuro-affirming and work with all ages, adapting my approaches to my clients strengths and interests. eMail me to book your complimentary consult below - I look forward to connecting with you!
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?
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.
ADHD counselling for kids, adults, parents, and couples in Vancouver (near Olympic Village).
Counselling supports kids, adults, parents, and couples navigating ADHD, autism, big feelings, behaviour, stress, or communication issues. Sessions focus on understanding patterns, regulating emotions, and creating steadier routines and relationships. EMDR is available for trauma, anxiety, and experiences that continue to feel “stuck.”
ADHD counselling for kids, adults, parents, and couples in Vancouver (near Olympic Village).
Counselling supports kids, adults, parents, and couples navigating ADHD, autism, big feelings, behaviour, stress, or communication issues. Sessions focus on understanding patterns, regulating emotions, and creating steadier routines and relationships. EMDR is available for trauma, anxiety, and experiences that continue to feel “stuck.”
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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.