Therapists for Toddlers in West Vancouver, BC
Negin is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) dedicated to helping families bloom. She earned her Ph.D. in Child Psychology from the University of Tehran in 2019 and furthered her education as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver. Negin began her career at the Atieh Neuroscience Clinic in Tehran in 2012, and since then, she has positively impacted the lives of countless families, offering compassionate support and guidance as they navigate the challenges of raising children. Her work is fueled by a genuine desire to see every child flourish and every family find harmony.
Negin is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) dedicated to helping families bloom. She earned her Ph.D. in Child Psychology from the University of Tehran in 2019 and furthered her education as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver. Negin began her career at the Atieh Neuroscience Clinic in Tehran in 2012, and since then, she has positively impacted the lives of countless families, offering compassionate support and guidance as they navigate the challenges of raising children. Her work is fueled by a genuine desire to see every child flourish and every family find harmony.
I specialize in supporting adults, children, couples and families struggling with mood and anxiety disorders. These include Depression and Low Mood, Adjustment Disorder, and Anxiety Disorders such as Social Anxiety, General Anxiety, Panic, Post Traumatic Stress, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Agoraphobia, Separation Anxiety and Specific Phobias. If a client is feeling “stuck” in their life and wanting some help in figuring out how to improve their quality of life, we can collaborate together to make a plan.
I specialize in supporting adults, children, couples and families struggling with mood and anxiety disorders. These include Depression and Low Mood, Adjustment Disorder, and Anxiety Disorders such as Social Anxiety, General Anxiety, Panic, Post Traumatic Stress, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Agoraphobia, Separation Anxiety and Specific Phobias. If a client is feeling “stuck” in their life and wanting some help in figuring out how to improve their quality of life, we can collaborate together to make a plan.
I work with children, teens, and families who may be struggling with anxiety, emotional regulation, trauma, or relationship challenges. My ideal clients want support in understanding themselves or their child better, improving communication, and creating more connection at home. Whether a child is acting out, shutting down, or overwhelmed by big emotions, I offer a compassionate, developmentally-informed approach to help families heal, grow, and thrive together.
I work with children, teens, and families who may be struggling with anxiety, emotional regulation, trauma, or relationship challenges. My ideal clients want support in understanding themselves or their child better, improving communication, and creating more connection at home. Whether a child is acting out, shutting down, or overwhelmed by big emotions, I offer a compassionate, developmentally-informed approach to help families heal, grow, and thrive together.
Choosing the right counsellor for yourself or your child is not easy, yet a trusting and comfortable relationship with your counsellor is fundamental to success. I make it my priority to establish an open, honest and warm relationship with my clients. Next, I use effective and concrete interventions to address the specific goals my clients present to me. Together we come up with a plan which we follow for the duration of our work together. If you are motivated and want to make concrete changes in your life, I may be the right fit for you.
Choosing the right counsellor for yourself or your child is not easy, yet a trusting and comfortable relationship with your counsellor is fundamental to success. I make it my priority to establish an open, honest and warm relationship with my clients. Next, I use effective and concrete interventions to address the specific goals my clients present to me. Together we come up with a plan which we follow for the duration of our work together. If you are motivated and want to make concrete changes in your life, I may be the right fit for you.
Most of us are yearning for more out of life and our relationships. We yearn for more freedom, more choice, more love, more adventure, more willingness to risk, more contribution, more peace, more belonging. Clients say that as a result of seeing me for therapy, they experience themselves as having a renewed sense of purpose, direction, more freedom, peace, energy, vitality and a stronger connection to their own life force. I am unique from others in my field because I have devoted my life to learning how to help my clients actually transform what is holding them back rather than just talking about it.
Most of us are yearning for more out of life and our relationships. We yearn for more freedom, more choice, more love, more adventure, more willingness to risk, more contribution, more peace, more belonging. Clients say that as a result of seeing me for therapy, they experience themselves as having a renewed sense of purpose, direction, more freedom, peace, energy, vitality and a stronger connection to their own life force. I am unique from others in my field because I have devoted my life to learning how to help my clients actually transform what is holding them back rather than just talking about it.
We navigate a delicate balance of a myriad of dynamics as we face life's challenges. I use a mixed-methods approach to support the journey it takes to guide you and your child toward their own version of "there."
We navigate a delicate balance of a myriad of dynamics as we face life's challenges. I use a mixed-methods approach to support the journey it takes to guide you and your child toward their own version of "there."
I help you get to the root of your problems, train your brain to be more resilient, and overwrite unwanted default programming so you can make lasting change. 95% of your thoughts and behaviours are processed in your unconscious mind, which is why, even though you might want something better for yourself, you find yourself stuck. I use evidence-based techniques like hypnotherapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and neurofeedback to help you access your unconscious mind, and reprogram unwanted thoughts and behaviour patterns for good.
I help you get to the root of your problems, train your brain to be more resilient, and overwrite unwanted default programming so you can make lasting change. 95% of your thoughts and behaviours are processed in your unconscious mind, which is why, even though you might want something better for yourself, you find yourself stuck. I use evidence-based techniques like hypnotherapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and neurofeedback to help you access your unconscious mind, and reprogram unwanted thoughts and behaviour patterns for good.
You may be navigating a separation or high-conflict co-parenting situation, feeling overwhelmed and unsure how to support your child or move forward. Perhaps you’re in a struggling relationship, dealing with trauma, anxiety, or emotional disconnection. Your child might be facing behavioural challenges, school issues, or emotional distress. You want relief, clarity, and healthier communication. You’re seeking meaningful change—for yourself, your relationships, and your family—to reduce conflict, rebuild trust, and create a more stable, connected future.
You may be navigating a separation or high-conflict co-parenting situation, feeling overwhelmed and unsure how to support your child or move forward. Perhaps you’re in a struggling relationship, dealing with trauma, anxiety, or emotional disconnection. Your child might be facing behavioural challenges, school issues, or emotional distress. You want relief, clarity, and healthier communication. You’re seeking meaningful change—for yourself, your relationships, and your family—to reduce conflict, rebuild trust, and create a more stable, connected future.
You may be coming to therapy feeling anxious, emotionally overwhelmed, low in mood, or uncertain about a relationship or life transition. Perhaps you are tired of holding everything together, unsure how to make sense of what you feel, or longing to be understood without having to explain yourself perfectly. You want relief, clarity, and a space where you can slow down and feel supported.
You may be coming to therapy feeling anxious, emotionally overwhelmed, low in mood, or uncertain about a relationship or life transition. Perhaps you are tired of holding everything together, unsure how to make sense of what you feel, or longing to be understood without having to explain yourself perfectly. You want relief, clarity, and a space where you can slow down and feel supported.
Drawing on 18 years as an educator, I offer specialized therapy and counseling for families, children, and youth. My deep understanding of child and adolescent behavior informs tailored therapeutic approaches, fostering stronger family connections and improved harmony. I am a Korean adoptee and specialize in supporting Korean and other adoptees and BIPOC clients, creating a culturally sensitive environment for exploring identity and developing coping strategies.
Drawing on 18 years as an educator, I offer specialized therapy and counseling for families, children, and youth. My deep understanding of child and adolescent behavior informs tailored therapeutic approaches, fostering stronger family connections and improved harmony. I am a Korean adoptee and specialize in supporting Korean and other adoptees and BIPOC clients, creating a culturally sensitive environment for exploring identity and developing coping strategies.
Boomerang Counselling Centre is here to help you or your child deal with anxiety, grief, neurodiversity, PTSD/Trauma, family relationships, parenting, ADHD, Autism, learning disorders, personality disorders, and intimate relationships. In other words, situations that make you feel like you’re overwhelmed and like you’re struggling to cope. Our competent team is passionate about understanding you and your own unique story. Our greatest desire is that you feel heard, supported, and understood. Connection with the proper professional facilitates self-understanding and change. If you are looking for help, we are here for you!
Boomerang Counselling Centre is here to help you or your child deal with anxiety, grief, neurodiversity, PTSD/Trauma, family relationships, parenting, ADHD, Autism, learning disorders, personality disorders, and intimate relationships. In other words, situations that make you feel like you’re overwhelmed and like you’re struggling to cope. Our competent team is passionate about understanding you and your own unique story. Our greatest desire is that you feel heard, supported, and understood. Connection with the proper professional facilitates self-understanding and change. If you are looking for help, we are here for you!
I specialize in supporting youth, families, and young adults navigating major changes and transitions. If you are experiencing challenges within familial relationships, I can help you approach these issues holistically. I take into consideration your culture, family dynamics, and values. My experience working in the school system allows me to support common concerns that come up such as separation anxiety and friendships issues. Whatever you're experiencing, we can explore together.
I specialize in supporting youth, families, and young adults navigating major changes and transitions. If you are experiencing challenges within familial relationships, I can help you approach these issues holistically. I take into consideration your culture, family dynamics, and values. My experience working in the school system allows me to support common concerns that come up such as separation anxiety and friendships issues. Whatever you're experiencing, we can explore together.
With over 30 years of experience in counselling and teaching, I am dedicated to addressing gender, youth, women's issues, neurodivergence, and transitions across the lifespan. Life changes can be challenging, but also empowering and growth-oriented. I am passionate about helping individuals, adults, youth, and families find new ways to open up and untie the complex knots in their lives so they can see new solutions and achieve their dreams. I am here to believe in YOU.
With over 30 years of experience in counselling and teaching, I am dedicated to addressing gender, youth, women's issues, neurodivergence, and transitions across the lifespan. Life changes can be challenging, but also empowering and growth-oriented. I am passionate about helping individuals, adults, youth, and families find new ways to open up and untie the complex knots in their lives so they can see new solutions and achieve their dreams. I am here to believe in YOU.
Peggy Clarkson Art Therapy and Consulting Services
Counsellor, MA, ATR, RCC-ACS
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Peggy is a critical incident stress debriefing (CISD) specialist. She is a registered art therapist, clinical supervisor, and clinical counsellor. Peggy works in Aboriginal health and has lived and worked rural, remote and on-reserve. She is currently on the faculty of 3 post graduate schools. Her work is influenced by ecopsychology, feminist, strengths-based, trauma-informed, approaches to wellness and healing. Peggy specializes with women, children, youth, adults and families. Peggy strives to reflect cultural-relational competency and honor diversity in leadership, project development, therapy and clinical supervisory capacities.
Peggy is a critical incident stress debriefing (CISD) specialist. She is a registered art therapist, clinical supervisor, and clinical counsellor. Peggy works in Aboriginal health and has lived and worked rural, remote and on-reserve. She is currently on the faculty of 3 post graduate schools. Her work is influenced by ecopsychology, feminist, strengths-based, trauma-informed, approaches to wellness and healing. Peggy specializes with women, children, youth, adults and families. Peggy strives to reflect cultural-relational competency and honor diversity in leadership, project development, therapy and clinical supervisory capacities.
Based in North Vancouver with over 20 years of individual, couple, and family counselling experience. My focus is on couples therapy and premarital counselling. I am Punjabi-speaking and fluent with the added pressures and challenges of cross-cultural family dynamics. I have specialized marriage and couples therapy training including: Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, The Gottman Seven Principles Program Educator, and Bringing Baby Home Educator.
Based in North Vancouver with over 20 years of individual, couple, and family counselling experience. My focus is on couples therapy and premarital counselling. I am Punjabi-speaking and fluent with the added pressures and challenges of cross-cultural family dynamics. I have specialized marriage and couples therapy training including: Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, The Gottman Seven Principles Program Educator, and Bringing Baby Home Educator.
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Ready to create the life you were meant to live? Ready to release past pain, move through overwhelming emotions, and reconnect with what truly matters to you? As a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Professional Art Therapist, I support people who are seeking healing, meaning, and lasting change. Together, we gently explore what’s been holding you back and begin building new ways of responding to life; ways that feel aligned and grounded. Through creative, evidence-informed practices, you’ll learn tools that reduce stress and internal conflict, increase self-awareness, clarify your values, and reconnect you with your strengths.
Ready to create the life you were meant to live? Ready to release past pain, move through overwhelming emotions, and reconnect with what truly matters to you? As a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Professional Art Therapist, I support people who are seeking healing, meaning, and lasting change. Together, we gently explore what’s been holding you back and begin building new ways of responding to life; ways that feel aligned and grounded. Through creative, evidence-informed practices, you’ll learn tools that reduce stress and internal conflict, increase self-awareness, clarify your values, and reconnect you with your strengths.
It is my firm belief that everyone deserves someone to talk to, and to pour out what has been long kept in their heart, body, mind, spirit, and soul. It is with that belief, that I offer my skills, and trained ear as a counselor, in order to help you navigate through this situation that you are finding yourself going through. You are never alone. Although it may feel like this at this very moment, you are stronger than you think that you are. Real strength, in my opinion, is being able to be vulnerable, being able to disclose a hidden problem or area of great pain, and to deal with this 'head on', and with someone who can help you.
It is my firm belief that everyone deserves someone to talk to, and to pour out what has been long kept in their heart, body, mind, spirit, and soul. It is with that belief, that I offer my skills, and trained ear as a counselor, in order to help you navigate through this situation that you are finding yourself going through. You are never alone. Although it may feel like this at this very moment, you are stronger than you think that you are. Real strength, in my opinion, is being able to be vulnerable, being able to disclose a hidden problem or area of great pain, and to deal with this 'head on', and with someone who can help you.
Support for big feelings, behaviour changes, anxiety, neurodiversity, and life’s hard stuff. I work with children, teens, young adults, and parents. You might be a parent trying to support your child, a teen who feels overwhelmed or shut down, or a young adult navigating identity, relationships, or what comes next. Many people I see feel stuck or unsure where to start. We make space to understand what’s going on underneath, while also building tools you can actually use day to day.
Support for big feelings, behaviour changes, anxiety, neurodiversity, and life’s hard stuff. I work with children, teens, young adults, and parents. You might be a parent trying to support your child, a teen who feels overwhelmed or shut down, or a young adult navigating identity, relationships, or what comes next. Many people I see feel stuck or unsure where to start. We make space to understand what’s going on underneath, while also building tools you can actually use day to day.
If you’re feeling exhausted, disconnected, or unsure how to help your child or family through a difficult time, you’re not alone. Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed — frustrated by ongoing conflicts, worried about their child’s wellbeing, or unsure how to rebuild closeness in their relationships. My role is to help you slow down, understand what’s really going on beneath the surface, and discover new ways to communicate, reconnect, and move forward with confidence. Hi, I’m May, a Registered Clinical Counsellor who specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families who are ready to make real, lasting changes
If you’re feeling exhausted, disconnected, or unsure how to help your child or family through a difficult time, you’re not alone. Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed — frustrated by ongoing conflicts, worried about their child’s wellbeing, or unsure how to rebuild closeness in their relationships. My role is to help you slow down, understand what’s really going on beneath the surface, and discover new ways to communicate, reconnect, and move forward with confidence. Hi, I’m May, a Registered Clinical Counsellor who specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families who are ready to make real, lasting changes
With over 15 years of experience in non-profit organizations, private practice, and mental health clinics, I bring a depth of clinical expertise to my work with individuals, couples, and families. My primary areas of focus include relationship dynamics, parenting, mood disorders, major life transitions, grief, and loss.
I support children and adolescents navigating challenges such as ADHD, anxiety, fears, anger regulation, and low self-esteem. I also work with couples around premarital concerns, infidelity, conflict resolution, separation, multicultural dynamics, and the emotional impact of immigration.
With over 15 years of experience in non-profit organizations, private practice, and mental health clinics, I bring a depth of clinical expertise to my work with individuals, couples, and families. My primary areas of focus include relationship dynamics, parenting, mood disorders, major life transitions, grief, and loss.
I support children and adolescents navigating challenges such as ADHD, anxiety, fears, anger regulation, and low self-esteem. I also work with couples around premarital concerns, infidelity, conflict resolution, separation, multicultural dynamics, and the emotional impact of immigration.
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FAQ - About Therapy for Toddlers and Preschoolers
What are the behavioural signs indicating a toddler might need counselling?
Common behavioural signs that a child may need counselling include high levels of emotional distress or anxiety, learning challenges, interpersonal conflict, anger, or social withdrawal. Any drastic changes in toddler behaviour or self-esteem can be indicative that a child may benefit from therapy. Seeing a therapist at the early stages of any behavioural changes can be most impactful on behaviour, as well as helpful to caregivers who may receive guidance on what symptoms to look for in their child in the future, even if therapy is not warranted at that time.
Can a two-year-old see a psychologist?
Children and adults of all ages can see psychologists and other forms of mental health professionals, such as counsellors, psychiatrists, and social workers. Families seeking therapy for their toddler should just be aware that any guidance they seek should come from a professional who has specific experience working with young children, as well as the specific modalities that are appropriate for young children, such as play therapy.
What is the most effective type of therapy for toddlers and preschoolers?
In general, play therapy is the most effective and common form of therapy for young children. Play therapy helps facilitate behaviour change by offering an age-appropriate way for children to express their emotions and develop more effective coping strategies. Toddlers with specific concerns may benefit from more specialised forms of therapy, such as Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism or Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) for toddlers in families in which there is significant parent-child relational conflict.
What happens during therapy sessions for toddlers?
What occurs in therapy sessions for toddlers depends on the therapeutic approach being used by the therapist. Most toddler therapists will use some form of play therapy in sessions to encourage toddler engagement. In play therapy sessions, children are encouraged to use toys within the therapy setting to express their emotions; subsequent responses by the therapist and/or family members can help guide toddler behaviour and behaviour change. Toddler therapy sessions can also involve family therapy or Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), which can help improve parenting behaviours and reduce strain on families.