Arete Therapists in White Rock, BC
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming, and it may be difficult to know how to cope with the challenges you’re facing. It’s important to remember that you are not alone, and support is available. Whether you are ready to work through past trauma, struggling with anxiety or depression, carrying the weight of grief, battling low self-worth, or facing addiction, healing and growth are possible. Recovery can mean rebuilding your life, strengthening relationships, and rediscovering yourself along the way. Even if it doesn’t feel possible right now, this can be the beginning of a meaningful and empowering journey. With the support.
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming, and it may be difficult to know how to cope with the challenges you’re facing. It’s important to remember that you are not alone, and support is available. Whether you are ready to work through past trauma, struggling with anxiety or depression, carrying the weight of grief, battling low self-worth, or facing addiction, healing and growth are possible. Recovery can mean rebuilding your life, strengthening relationships, and rediscovering yourself along the way. Even if it doesn’t feel possible right now, this can be the beginning of a meaningful and empowering journey. With the support.
Hello, my name is Dmitry. My perpetual intention is to assist people in facing and re-processing traumatic / adverse life experiences that could have resulted in anxiety, depression, PTSD, addictions, anger issues, etc. Together, we will explore and unravel the nature and roots of what possibly prevents you from living your best life. Despite the fact that there may be certain obstacles on this way, please know that you anyway have a huge potential to live your life based on what is right with you. As a clinician, I am always committed to do my best to help everyone gain an inner balance needed for achieving their goals.
Hello, my name is Dmitry. My perpetual intention is to assist people in facing and re-processing traumatic / adverse life experiences that could have resulted in anxiety, depression, PTSD, addictions, anger issues, etc. Together, we will explore and unravel the nature and roots of what possibly prevents you from living your best life. Despite the fact that there may be certain obstacles on this way, please know that you anyway have a huge potential to live your life based on what is right with you. As a clinician, I am always committed to do my best to help everyone gain an inner balance needed for achieving their goals.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or sensing that there's more to life than what you're currently experiencing? Whether you're working through emotional pain or seeking a deeper connection with yourself, you're not alone, and you don’t have to go through it alone.
I support individuals who are ready to explore their inner world, better understand themselves, and move toward clarity and self-actualization. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, or relationship challenges, my goal is to help you reconnect with yourself and build the resilience to move forward.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or sensing that there's more to life than what you're currently experiencing? Whether you're working through emotional pain or seeking a deeper connection with yourself, you're not alone, and you don’t have to go through it alone.
I support individuals who are ready to explore their inner world, better understand themselves, and move toward clarity and self-actualization. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, or relationship challenges, my goal is to help you reconnect with yourself and build the resilience to move forward.
Is change possible? Can you feel better? Is healing real or just hyped-up? I remember asking the same questions. Let's talk. Let's find out what's showing up in your relationships, and/or between you and what you want. It's a brave thing to look change in the face and not "know" the mental roadmap. But I can help with this part.
We can do it together. You'll drive and I'll use my training to help you discover more about why you 'always' drive to the same place, or why you have stopped driving altogether. I hold the trust that you have what it takes to find more open roads! (now let me stop with this metaphor for now!)
Is change possible? Can you feel better? Is healing real or just hyped-up? I remember asking the same questions. Let's talk. Let's find out what's showing up in your relationships, and/or between you and what you want. It's a brave thing to look change in the face and not "know" the mental roadmap. But I can help with this part.
We can do it together. You'll drive and I'll use my training to help you discover more about why you 'always' drive to the same place, or why you have stopped driving altogether. I hold the trust that you have what it takes to find more open roads! (now let me stop with this metaphor for now!)
I offer support to adolescents, young adults, and adults who are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected, whether due to trauma, anxiety, depression, major life changes, or ongoing stress. I aim to provide a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can make sense of your experiences, understand your emotional responses, and develop skills that are useful in everyday life. Common goals can include improving emotional regulation, self-awareness, communication skills, resilience, stress management, and overall well-being.
I offer support to adolescents, young adults, and adults who are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected, whether due to trauma, anxiety, depression, major life changes, or ongoing stress. I aim to provide a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can make sense of your experiences, understand your emotional responses, and develop skills that are useful in everyday life. Common goals can include improving emotional regulation, self-awareness, communication skills, resilience, stress management, and overall well-being.
I believe that healing happens in safe, connected relationships. As a counsellor, my goal is to offer a space where you or your child can feel seen and supported. Whether you’re navigating stress, trauma, parenting or relationship challenges, feeling stuck, or simply wanting to grow into a more authentic version of yourself, you don’t have to do it alone. I’d be honoured to walk alongside you with curiosity, compassion, and deep respect for your story.
I believe that healing happens in safe, connected relationships. As a counsellor, my goal is to offer a space where you or your child can feel seen and supported. Whether you’re navigating stress, trauma, parenting or relationship challenges, feeling stuck, or simply wanting to grow into a more authentic version of yourself, you don’t have to do it alone. I’d be honoured to walk alongside you with curiosity, compassion, and deep respect for your story.
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You can become free from finding yourself in the same emotional patterns.
You may feel anxious much of the time, find it difficult to control anger, struggle with sexual concerns, or suffer from the effects of concussion or brain injury. I specialize in helping people understand why these patterns persist and how lasting change becomes possible. Together, we'll identify what keeps you stuck so you can respond differently instead of repeating the same cycles.
As you gain a deeper understanding of yourself, anxiety becomes less overwhelming, your relationships more meaningful, and difficult emotions easier to navigate.
You can become free from finding yourself in the same emotional patterns.
You may feel anxious much of the time, find it difficult to control anger, struggle with sexual concerns, or suffer from the effects of concussion or brain injury. I specialize in helping people understand why these patterns persist and how lasting change becomes possible. Together, we'll identify what keeps you stuck so you can respond differently instead of repeating the same cycles.
As you gain a deeper understanding of yourself, anxiety becomes less overwhelming, your relationships more meaningful, and difficult emotions easier to navigate.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, especially if it’s your first time. Whether it’s navigating big life changes, managing stress, or finding balance in relationships, I offer a safe and compassionate space to explore what’s on your mind. Together, we’ll build practical tools, ease the weight you’re carrying, and help you move forward with more clarity, confidence, and self-kindness. I'm here to help you identify your unique strengths, uncover patterns, and develop strategies unique to you! If you're looking for someone who will meet you where you're at, call you out when you need it, and be behind you 100% - book a call today!
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, especially if it’s your first time. Whether it’s navigating big life changes, managing stress, or finding balance in relationships, I offer a safe and compassionate space to explore what’s on your mind. Together, we’ll build practical tools, ease the weight you’re carrying, and help you move forward with more clarity, confidence, and self-kindness. I'm here to help you identify your unique strengths, uncover patterns, and develop strategies unique to you! If you're looking for someone who will meet you where you're at, call you out when you need it, and be behind you 100% - book a call today!
In my practice I work to help you feel grounded in yourself, attuned to your needs, and equipped to shift behaviours that are no longer serving you, so you can meaningful changes for yourself. Together we will sort out what you think would be most helpful to you, while I hold space for the emotions and circumstances surrounding what's happening for you. Clients have shared that after conversation they feel lighter, less alone, and have tools to cope when times feel unmanageable. My aim is to support you in a way that you find helpful, and to hold an inclusive space for you where you feel safe enough to be seen and heard.
In my practice I work to help you feel grounded in yourself, attuned to your needs, and equipped to shift behaviours that are no longer serving you, so you can meaningful changes for yourself. Together we will sort out what you think would be most helpful to you, while I hold space for the emotions and circumstances surrounding what's happening for you. Clients have shared that after conversation they feel lighter, less alone, and have tools to cope when times feel unmanageable. My aim is to support you in a way that you find helpful, and to hold an inclusive space for you where you feel safe enough to be seen and heard.
Pursuing counselling may be a significant undertaking for some and therefore, it is imperative to establish an environment that is healing, safe and non-judgemental. I view counselling as a collaborative process, centred on an exploration of feelings and thoughts. My hope is that you recognize that your emotions and feelings are real and valid and that you do not have to go through this process alone. My responsibilities are to ensure that I stand alongside you, go through this journey with you and work towards producing a positive ripple effect, as we carefully rebuild each and every single facet of your life.
Pursuing counselling may be a significant undertaking for some and therefore, it is imperative to establish an environment that is healing, safe and non-judgemental. I view counselling as a collaborative process, centred on an exploration of feelings and thoughts. My hope is that you recognize that your emotions and feelings are real and valid and that you do not have to go through this process alone. My responsibilities are to ensure that I stand alongside you, go through this journey with you and work towards producing a positive ripple effect, as we carefully rebuild each and every single facet of your life.
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual psychotherapy clinic specializing in Psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach focuses on revealing, understanding, and resolving underlying emotions and root causes of symptoms through evidence-based interventions and a comprehensive treatment plan. With an in-depth collaborative discussion and analysis of unconscious thoughts and emotions from childhood until the present day, we can explore how they inform us today to help relieve symptoms and develop targeted strategies to foster change.
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual psychotherapy clinic specializing in Psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach focuses on revealing, understanding, and resolving underlying emotions and root causes of symptoms through evidence-based interventions and a comprehensive treatment plan. With an in-depth collaborative discussion and analysis of unconscious thoughts and emotions from childhood until the present day, we can explore how they inform us today to help relieve symptoms and develop targeted strategies to foster change.
I am a kind, understanding, and empathic person committed to helping those struggling with life’s challenges. Often, we may feel alone, unsupported, and misunderstood, which may be difficult and overwhelming. Every individual has a unique story and is participating in their journey to wellness and recovery. I believe that people deserve to be happy and live an enjoyable life. Therefore, I would be honoured to be a pillar of support to help my clients feel their best and achieve their goals in counselling.
I am a kind, understanding, and empathic person committed to helping those struggling with life’s challenges. Often, we may feel alone, unsupported, and misunderstood, which may be difficult and overwhelming. Every individual has a unique story and is participating in their journey to wellness and recovery. I believe that people deserve to be happy and live an enjoyable life. Therefore, I would be honoured to be a pillar of support to help my clients feel their best and achieve their goals in counselling.
You may be feeling disconnected from your partner, stuck in recurring conflict, or unsure how to repair trust after hurt or emotional distance. You might be navigating a major relationship transition such as commitment decisions, premarital preparation, separation, or rebuilding after betrayal. You may notice the same patterns repeating and want help understanding what is happening beneath the surface. Ultimately, you want more emotional closeness, clearer communication, and a relationship that feels secure, respectful, and supportive rather than exhausting, tense, or confusing.
You may be feeling disconnected from your partner, stuck in recurring conflict, or unsure how to repair trust after hurt or emotional distance. You might be navigating a major relationship transition such as commitment decisions, premarital preparation, separation, or rebuilding after betrayal. You may notice the same patterns repeating and want help understanding what is happening beneath the surface. Ultimately, you want more emotional closeness, clearer communication, and a relationship that feels secure, respectful, and supportive rather than exhausting, tense, or confusing.
Therapy can be life-changing—but it can also feel intimidating. Esther understands this well. Coming from a background where counseling wasn’t always accepted, her own search for support felt overwhelming and uncertain. Now, as a therapist, she helps others navigate that same journey—especially those asking, “How do I find someone who truly gets me?”
Esther takes a person-centered, trauma-informed approach and integrates tools from:
Solution-Focused Therapy, CBT, AEDP (Level 2), Gottman Couples Therapy (Levels 1 & 2), EFFT, Somatic work, and, Motivational Interviewing.
Therapy can be life-changing—but it can also feel intimidating. Esther understands this well. Coming from a background where counseling wasn’t always accepted, her own search for support felt overwhelming and uncertain. Now, as a therapist, she helps others navigate that same journey—especially those asking, “How do I find someone who truly gets me?”
Esther takes a person-centered, trauma-informed approach and integrates tools from:
Solution-Focused Therapy, CBT, AEDP (Level 2), Gottman Couples Therapy (Levels 1 & 2), EFFT, Somatic work, and, Motivational Interviewing.
Welcome! Sometimes we mistake our struggles for our identity, which can leave us feeling lost and trapped in cycles that no longer serve us. It’s easy to feel lost when faced with these challenges, but together, we can begin to untangle the web of emotions, explore their origins, and open the door to a life aligned with your values and aspirations. Seeking support is a powerful step that reflects your deep desire for growth and change.
Welcome! Sometimes we mistake our struggles for our identity, which can leave us feeling lost and trapped in cycles that no longer serve us. It’s easy to feel lost when faced with these challenges, but together, we can begin to untangle the web of emotions, explore their origins, and open the door to a life aligned with your values and aspirations. Seeking support is a powerful step that reflects your deep desire for growth and change.
Life is messy, complicated and we do not always have the answers to 'fix' problems or issues . However, we have the ability to overcome, survive, process and become a better individual, partner and family member. It is the process that enable us develop the skills, values and the strength to go on with life. Our stories past, present and future are all relevant to who we are and who we want to become! I am equipped to support you in attaining these tools/skills through active listening, maintaining a non-judgemental stance and having a respectful dialogue.
Life is messy, complicated and we do not always have the answers to 'fix' problems or issues . However, we have the ability to overcome, survive, process and become a better individual, partner and family member. It is the process that enable us develop the skills, values and the strength to go on with life. Our stories past, present and future are all relevant to who we are and who we want to become! I am equipped to support you in attaining these tools/skills through active listening, maintaining a non-judgemental stance and having a respectful dialogue.
My name is Husain and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor. Clients who work with me describe themselves as feeling stuck or depleted; others have described it as "treading water" or, "suffering in silence". Here are a few reasons to work with me: Depression or mood related disorders; Chronic anxiety/stress; Unmanaged Anger, Grief, Shame or other emotional pain; Self-harm; Trauma experiences (current or historical); Suicidal thoughts + Relationship concerns. I have special skills to work with Brain + Spinal Cord injury populations & First-Responder groups like: EMTs, Nurses and Police. I am registered to work with ICBC and CVAP.
My name is Husain and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor. Clients who work with me describe themselves as feeling stuck or depleted; others have described it as "treading water" or, "suffering in silence". Here are a few reasons to work with me: Depression or mood related disorders; Chronic anxiety/stress; Unmanaged Anger, Grief, Shame or other emotional pain; Self-harm; Trauma experiences (current or historical); Suicidal thoughts + Relationship concerns. I have special skills to work with Brain + Spinal Cord injury populations & First-Responder groups like: EMTs, Nurses and Police. I am registered to work with ICBC and CVAP.
Shahrzad understands how easily we can get stuck and how profoundly the stories and wounds from the past can impact our current relationships, situations and outcomes. She believes that building a relationship with her clients based on compassion, trust, empathy and mutual respect is essential to the counselling process. Within this relationship and safe environment, clients feel heard and cared for which allows them to create positive change in their lives.
Shahrzad understands how easily we can get stuck and how profoundly the stories and wounds from the past can impact our current relationships, situations and outcomes. She believes that building a relationship with her clients based on compassion, trust, empathy and mutual respect is essential to the counselling process. Within this relationship and safe environment, clients feel heard and cared for which allows them to create positive change in their lives.
作為卑詩省註冊心理輔導師，我持有心理學碩士及輔導心理學碩士學位，並具備遊戲治療證書。我同時為ICBC認可的心理輔導服務提供者，您可於 ICBC Counsellor Locator 查閱我的資料。如您因交通意外（MVA）需要輔導服務，並符合ICBC保障資格，可透過保險賠償接受支援。
如果你正感到壓力、焦慮、情緒低落，或因創傷經歷而難以走出過去，你並不需要獨自面對。我會在一個安全、被理解的空間中，陪伴你一步一步整理思緒，重拾內在的穩定與力量。
我結合認知行為治療（CBT）、正念及EMDR，協助你處理創傷、改善情緒困擾，並建立更健康的思維模式與心理韌性。我曾協助不少來訪者面對創傷後壓力症（PTSD）、抑鬱、焦慮及人生不同階段的挑戰。
我提供個人及小組輔導，並可使用國語、廣東話及英語進行會談，亦提供網上及面對面服務，方便你按需要作出選擇。
當你準備好踏出改變的第一步，我會在這裡，與你同行。
作為卑詩省註冊心理輔導師，我持有心理學碩士及輔導心理學碩士學位，並具備遊戲治療證書。我同時為ICBC認可的心理輔導服務提供者，您可於 ICBC Counsellor Locator 查閱我的資料。如您因交通意外（MVA）需要輔導服務，並符合ICBC保障資格，可透過保險賠償接受支援。
如果你正感到壓力、焦慮、情緒低落，或因創傷經歷而難以走出過去，你並不需要獨自面對。我會在一個安全、被理解的空間中，陪伴你一步一步整理思緒，重拾內在的穩定與力量。
我結合認知行為治療（CBT）、正念及EMDR，協助你處理創傷、改善情緒困擾，並建立更健康的思維模式與心理韌性。我曾協助不少來訪者面對創傷後壓力症（PTSD）、抑鬱、焦慮及人生不同階段的挑戰。
我提供個人及小組輔導，並可使用國語、廣東話及英語進行會談，亦提供網上及面對面服務，方便你按需要作出選擇。
當你準備好踏出改變的第一步，我會在這裡，與你同行。
I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families navigating a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, relationship difficulties, life transitions, parenting concerns, and emotional overwhelm. I also enjoy working with individuals who are seeking personal growth, greater self-understanding, or support in creating meaningful change in their lives.
I believe that therapy is not one-size-fits-all. I place significant importance on creating a safe, collaborative, and authentic therapeutic relationship. My approach is flexible and individualized, always drawing from evidence-based approaches.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families navigating a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, relationship difficulties, life transitions, parenting concerns, and emotional overwhelm. I also enjoy working with individuals who are seeking personal growth, greater self-understanding, or support in creating meaningful change in their lives.
I believe that therapy is not one-size-fits-all. I place significant importance on creating a safe, collaborative, and authentic therapeutic relationship. My approach is flexible and individualized, always drawing from evidence-based approaches.
