Therapists for Teens in White Rock, BC
I help teens and young adults become more self-aware and kind to themselves while working collaboratively with them to help chart their journey into adulthood.
The adolescent years into early adulthood are full of changes and challenges that can be hard to navigate and often feel confusing. Dynamics can shift within families, friendship groups, and within us. These are the years where you begin to reshape and solidify your identity and values, and this can feel both exciting and overwhelming. I offer an objective point of view that encourages clients to consider different perspectives which helps them learn to become more self-aware, compassionate towards others and themselves and more resilient.
I help teens and young adults become more self-aware and kind to themselves while working collaboratively with them to help chart their journey into adulthood.
The adolescent years into early adulthood are full of changes and challenges that can be hard to navigate and often feel confusing. Dynamics can shift within families, friendship groups, and within us. These are the years where you begin to reshape and solidify your identity and values, and this can feel both exciting and overwhelming. I offer an objective point of view that encourages clients to consider different perspectives which helps them learn to become more self-aware, compassionate towards others and themselves and more resilient.
Self acceptance, stress, relationship with others and life in general can be hard. My goal is to work with you to help you improve your quality of life, personal struggles and relationships. If you're an overwhelmed parent or a teenager struggling to get along with your parents. Talking and learning new skills will help your day to day life. If your traumatic past creeps up on you and impacts your life and relationships today, let's work through it together so your future days are more pleasant. If anxiety and depression dictate your mood and lifestyle, we can work on how to take your life back.
Self acceptance, stress, relationship with others and life in general can be hard. My goal is to work with you to help you improve your quality of life, personal struggles and relationships. If you're an overwhelmed parent or a teenager struggling to get along with your parents. Talking and learning new skills will help your day to day life. If your traumatic past creeps up on you and impacts your life and relationships today, let's work through it together so your future days are more pleasant. If anxiety and depression dictate your mood and lifestyle, we can work on how to take your life back.
Our identities are always in a process of becoming and our circumstances changing. We are here to listen deeply and respectfully cultivate a rich and purposeful way forward with you. We are committed to having an inclusive space founded upon therapeutically ethical relationships that embrace the unique knowledge necessary to co-construct alternative stories. Through genuine concern, commitment to equality, acknowledgment, and appreciation of differences we will honour your unique situation. "Imagining future possibilities, Creating possible futures."
Our identities are always in a process of becoming and our circumstances changing. We are here to listen deeply and respectfully cultivate a rich and purposeful way forward with you. We are committed to having an inclusive space founded upon therapeutically ethical relationships that embrace the unique knowledge necessary to co-construct alternative stories. Through genuine concern, commitment to equality, acknowledgment, and appreciation of differences we will honour your unique situation. "Imagining future possibilities, Creating possible futures."
Let me guess, there's a part of you that wants to try out counselling and another that is skeptical of whether it will work. Perhaps you tried it before and it seemed like a waste of time and money. As a skeptic myself, I'm amazed at the inner healing I've experienced after finding the right counsellor! As a trained trauma therapist, my aim is to connect with you on a deep level so you can feel safe, seen and secure in each session. Together, we can come up with a plan to achieve your goals and work through your deepest issues, whether that be unresolved PTSD, trauma, addiction, grief, anxiety, or depression.
Let me guess, there's a part of you that wants to try out counselling and another that is skeptical of whether it will work. Perhaps you tried it before and it seemed like a waste of time and money. As a skeptic myself, I'm amazed at the inner healing I've experienced after finding the right counsellor! As a trained trauma therapist, my aim is to connect with you on a deep level so you can feel safe, seen and secure in each session. Together, we can come up with a plan to achieve your goals and work through your deepest issues, whether that be unresolved PTSD, trauma, addiction, grief, anxiety, or depression.
Sometimes you just feel stuck. Whether you are facing struggles in your current relationships, dealing with the loss of a parent or partner, facing moving out of your parents' home, facing retirement or recovering from significant illness,sometimes we all hit a point where we don't know what to do next. If this feels like something you can relate to, I am here to help.
Sometimes you just feel stuck. Whether you are facing struggles in your current relationships, dealing with the loss of a parent or partner, facing moving out of your parents' home, facing retirement or recovering from significant illness,sometimes we all hit a point where we don't know what to do next. If this feels like something you can relate to, I am here to help.
Arlene Geres Counselling Services
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
White Rock, BC V4B
You do not need to suffer one second longer! I was once crippled by grief, depression and anxiety. I found the path to freedom, and now live a joyful life full of love and laughter. I offer a mature perspective shaped by years of experience gleaned from my own emotional growth as well as that of my clients. I continue to grow and study healing modalities such as mindfulness, meditation, CBT, tapping, as well as the power of self compassion, attachment and spirituality through courses, conferences and literary research. My greatest joy is guiding others onto their own path of joy, love and laughter. I look forward to meeting you!
You do not need to suffer one second longer! I was once crippled by grief, depression and anxiety. I found the path to freedom, and now live a joyful life full of love and laughter. I offer a mature perspective shaped by years of experience gleaned from my own emotional growth as well as that of my clients. I continue to grow and study healing modalities such as mindfulness, meditation, CBT, tapping, as well as the power of self compassion, attachment and spirituality through courses, conferences and literary research. My greatest joy is guiding others onto their own path of joy, love and laughter. I look forward to meeting you!
Hartsen Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
White Rock, BC V4B
Do you value relationships and feel you would like to be more confident in yourself? Our challenges can be our greatest teachers but they may feel overwhelming when we try to face them alone, especially if we have suffered through trauma. If you have emotional injuries in need of healing or a relationship you wish to bring closer, by exploring these issues we may uncover hidden resources and new possibilities. We may work through unconscious beliefs or hidden traumas along the way. By supporting ourselves in new ways, we can free ourselves from old fears and become more of who we truly are.
Do you value relationships and feel you would like to be more confident in yourself? Our challenges can be our greatest teachers but they may feel overwhelming when we try to face them alone, especially if we have suffered through trauma. If you have emotional injuries in need of healing or a relationship you wish to bring closer, by exploring these issues we may uncover hidden resources and new possibilities. We may work through unconscious beliefs or hidden traumas along the way. By supporting ourselves in new ways, we can free ourselves from old fears and become more of who we truly are.
I am a Sikh-Canadian cis-woman who is honoured and grateful to live, learn and play on the unceded lands of the Coast Salish Peoples. Being a person of colour, understanding culture, identity and the integration of values is an evolving process. Having worked with families over the past decade, I work from an empowerment lens, helping you understand how mental health, shame, guilt, anxiety and trauma have played a role in your life. Sessions are focused on understanding your values, beliefs and identity challenges as we create a plan to overcome them, building resiliency within the process.
I am a Sikh-Canadian cis-woman who is honoured and grateful to live, learn and play on the unceded lands of the Coast Salish Peoples. Being a person of colour, understanding culture, identity and the integration of values is an evolving process. Having worked with families over the past decade, I work from an empowerment lens, helping you understand how mental health, shame, guilt, anxiety and trauma have played a role in your life. Sessions are focused on understanding your values, beliefs and identity challenges as we create a plan to overcome them, building resiliency within the process.
I’m here to guide and support you as you navigate life’s challenges. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where your unique experiences are heard and valued. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, relationship struggles, immigration challenges, or exploring your identity. Our sessions will be collaborative, focused on your strengths, and guided by what feels right for you. I speak English, Spanish, Portuguese, and German, and I understand the complexities of navigating different cultural contexts. My goal is to support you in finding clarity, confidence, and healing as you move toward a more fulfilled and balanced life.
I’m here to guide and support you as you navigate life’s challenges. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where your unique experiences are heard and valued. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, relationship struggles, immigration challenges, or exploring your identity. Our sessions will be collaborative, focused on your strengths, and guided by what feels right for you. I speak English, Spanish, Portuguese, and German, and I understand the complexities of navigating different cultural contexts. My goal is to support you in finding clarity, confidence, and healing as you move toward a more fulfilled and balanced life.
Claudia Healey
Counsellor, MACP, RCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
White Rock, BC V4B (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Life can challenge each of us in various ways and it can be difficult to imagine a clear path forward. I work with youth and adults to help them find the momentum to create a more joyful, balanced life where their needs and desires can be met. If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, a recent diagnosis, low self-esteem, stress, relationships issues, or life transitions, just remember that these experiences are temporary and can be transformed. My goal is to provide you with access to a safe, non-judgemental space to explore where you feel stuck, to find healthier ways of coping, and locate your unique strengths and gifts.
Life can challenge each of us in various ways and it can be difficult to imagine a clear path forward. I work with youth and adults to help them find the momentum to create a more joyful, balanced life where their needs and desires can be met. If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, a recent diagnosis, low self-esteem, stress, relationships issues, or life transitions, just remember that these experiences are temporary and can be transformed. My goal is to provide you with access to a safe, non-judgemental space to explore where you feel stuck, to find healthier ways of coping, and locate your unique strengths and gifts.
Mia Balawi
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
White Rock, BC V4B (Online Only)
Hi! I'm so happy you're here. My name is Mia, and I am a registered social worker, as well as a certified clinical trauma professional with a career focus on counselling and therapy.
Hi! I'm so happy you're here. My name is Mia, and I am a registered social worker, as well as a certified clinical trauma professional with a career focus on counselling and therapy.
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Offering individual Career Counselling Services including: Career Planning; Educational Planning; Job Search Support; Resumes; Interview Skills and much more! Do you simply want to change your job as soon as possible? Are you mid career or mid school and you want to find out what you 'really' want to do in your work and career life? Are you looking for your next great gig or a fantastic new life plan? Or are you feeling just plain lost and you aren't sure where to begin?
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Shira is a compassionate and dedicated therapist who utilizes a strength-based approach to support individuals in creating positive change and growth. With a deep understanding of the challenges life presents, she offers a safe and nonjudgmental environment for clients to explore their concerns. She is informed by her work for the last two decades as a community organizer and educator of youth and adults of all ages. Shira incorporates elements of solution-focused, mindfulness-based, and trauma-informed therapeutic modalities.
Shira is a compassionate and dedicated therapist who utilizes a strength-based approach to support individuals in creating positive change and growth. With a deep understanding of the challenges life presents, she offers a safe and nonjudgmental environment for clients to explore their concerns. She is informed by her work for the last two decades as a community organizer and educator of youth and adults of all ages. Shira incorporates elements of solution-focused, mindfulness-based, and trauma-informed therapeutic modalities.
Many of us feel stuck in our own lives. I specialize in a variety of areas, including anxiety, depression, anger issues, trauma, codependency, ICBC claims, Work B.C., CVAP clients, My goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, develop coping strategies, and move towards a healthier, more fulfilling life. Throughout my career, I've found that sharing a laugh can be as healing as any therapy technique. I've had my fair share of life experiences—some that would make you laugh and others that shaped me into the counsellor that I am today. Together we can create a plan for you.
Many of us feel stuck in our own lives. I specialize in a variety of areas, including anxiety, depression, anger issues, trauma, codependency, ICBC claims, Work B.C., CVAP clients, My goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, develop coping strategies, and move towards a healthier, more fulfilling life. Throughout my career, I've found that sharing a laugh can be as healing as any therapy technique. I've had my fair share of life experiences—some that would make you laugh and others that shaped me into the counsellor that I am today. Together we can create a plan for you.
I help clients seek balance and understanding in their lives. I specialize in working with individual adults that are struggling with anxiety, anger management, communication skills, grief, loss, self-esteem, nutrition, trauma and relationships.
I help clients seek balance and understanding in their lives. I specialize in working with individual adults that are struggling with anxiety, anger management, communication skills, grief, loss, self-esteem, nutrition, trauma and relationships.
Anyone who has fallen down and wants to stand up again... Anyone who hurts and wants to heal... Anyone who yearns to find a way to a better self and a brighter tomorrow... I value all clients, but especially those who do me the honor of walking with them while, together, we find ways of converting failure into success, anxiety into contentment, depression into passion, and trauma into resilience. Everyone deserves to have someone to talk to, someone with fresh eyes on a problem, someone who'll be in their corner. I want to be that for you.
Anyone who has fallen down and wants to stand up again... Anyone who hurts and wants to heal... Anyone who yearns to find a way to a better self and a brighter tomorrow... I value all clients, but especially those who do me the honor of walking with them while, together, we find ways of converting failure into success, anxiety into contentment, depression into passion, and trauma into resilience. Everyone deserves to have someone to talk to, someone with fresh eyes on a problem, someone who'll be in their corner. I want to be that for you.
I work with individuals and couples, Adults, young adults and adolescents.
Do you find yourself contemplating therapy? Late at night you think "OK, tomorrow I will find a therapist", only to never make that move? Well now is the time to heal yourself. My sessions have zero judgement and I will bring new perspectives to you through my own experience and education with abusive relationships, eating disorder, anger issues, anxiety, depression and lack of self esteem. My humour and authentic approach differentiate me from many other therapists and I am also very open and easy to talk to. If you are need help in any of these areas, please feel free to give me a call. Take a chance for change.
I work with individuals and couples, Adults, young adults and adolescents.
Do you find yourself contemplating therapy? Late at night you think "OK, tomorrow I will find a therapist", only to never make that move? Well now is the time to heal yourself. My sessions have zero judgement and I will bring new perspectives to you through my own experience and education with abusive relationships, eating disorder, anger issues, anxiety, depression and lack of self esteem. My humour and authentic approach differentiate me from many other therapists and I am also very open and easy to talk to. If you are need help in any of these areas, please feel free to give me a call. Take a chance for change.
If you have landed on my page, you are probably a woman experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, grief, a range of perinatal/fertility issues, or want to connect with who you are authentically. You are tired of feeling the way you do, and have tried different things but think you could benefit from the support of a non-judgmental and genuine counsellor.
If you have landed on my page, you are probably a woman experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, grief, a range of perinatal/fertility issues, or want to connect with who you are authentically. You are tired of feeling the way you do, and have tried different things but think you could benefit from the support of a non-judgmental and genuine counsellor.
Clover, with a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology, is a Registered Clinical Counsellor in BC. She has experience working with adults, teens, and children. She works with clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, anger management, and relationship and all kinds of life changing difficulties.
Clover, with a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology, is a Registered Clinical Counsellor in BC. She has experience working with adults, teens, and children. She works with clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, anger management, and relationship and all kinds of life changing difficulties.
Robert Phillips
Counsellor, MMus, MCP, CCTP, RCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
White Rock, BC V4B (Online Only)
How long will this last? Am I doomed to feel like this forever? It’s possible that you may be asking these questions. You might also be feeling alone - like no one else truly understands what you’re going through. Your worries play over and over in your head like a broken record, and you can't seem to just enjoy life and be yourself. Maybe you even feel like you’re broken.
How long will this last? Am I doomed to feel like this forever? It’s possible that you may be asking these questions. You might also be feeling alone - like no one else truly understands what you’re going through. Your worries play over and over in your head like a broken record, and you can't seem to just enjoy life and be yourself. Maybe you even feel like you’re broken.
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Teen Counsellors
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.