Therapists in V6H

You may be in pain and seeking healing, or simply have a sense that life could be better. You probably look to the world as though you are successful and coping well, but you don't feel like that inside. In holding space for you, whatever your needs, I can help you find freedom, creativity, and resilience. I mostly work with professionals, creatives, and students, especially graduate students. Together, we will explore the underlying causes of your challenges, so that you can make choices that are right for you, have healthier relationships, and feel as though you are in the driver's seat of your own life.

Since 1996 I have been working along side families and individuals to support them through life’s struggles. With compassion and confidence we work on adjustment to injuries, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideations and PTSD. I have worked individuals, children, and couples. I create a queer friendly environment.

Are you grieving a loss, or suffering from bouts of Anxiety and/or Depression? Do you struggle in relationships and getting your needs met? Do you overthink things and obsess to the degree it's impacting your happiness and well being? Are you finding yourself behaving in self-destructive ways? You are not alone. I can help you get to the root of what's binding you and gain emotional relief. My expertise lies in creating nurturing, healing environments for psychotherapeutic process. Come and make conscious what may be repressed and find inner harmony and balance again. You deserve to feel hope and promise for a better future.

Hello there! My name is Rachelle and I'm a Registered Clinical Counsellor (14415) with the BCACC. I have over 15 years working in the mental health and addictions field both as a counsellor and as a psychiatric nurse. I have always had a desire to connect and help others with their struggles, and have worked with a wide variety of folks over the years, including people who experience suicidal thinking, depression, anxiety, trauma (both PTSD and complex), substance use/recovery, and grief/loss. I provide a safe and supportive space so for you to explore your internal experience and move closer to your goals and living more fully.

Have you ever felt stuck trying to make sense of your past and present experiences, wondering if there is a better way to live? I know I have. We all endure struggles at some point – it’s the cost of admission to this thing called life. At the same time, I believe that we all have innate resilience and strength to draw upon, the capacity to grow, and a desire to live authentically.

We all struggle at one point or another in our lives, and asking for help can be the first step toward healing. Whatever it is you're going through, I'm here to help you discover that things aren't always as difficult as our minds may have us believe. My goal is to instill hope that things can get better and to create opportunities for growth and living as your most authentic self.

Welcome! Many of us long for deeper connections with ourselves and those around us. However, we often find ourselves trapped in repetitive patterns, neglecting our own needs, and struggling with ineffective communication patterns with our loved ones. I specialize in working with individuals and couples dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, feelings of low self-worth and powerlessness, as well as experiences of abandonment, shame, and other emotional wounds stemming from challenging backgrounds, life events, and trauma.

My intention as a therapist is to create a compassionate, non-judgmental, and trusting space where you can arrive as your whole self and be heard, accepted, and supported. I specialize in working with folks struggling with eating disorders, body image, depression, anxiety, and relationships. I take an integrative approach that combines here and now behavioural modalities with attachment, emotion, and nervous system based therapies, but my foundational style is client-centred—meaning that our work will be tailored to meet your needs, goals, and preferences.

Are you looking for a compassionate and warm counsellor to walk alongside you as you navigate life's challenges? I'm Madeline and I provide a safe, trauma-informed and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions and struggles. I welcome all clients and I am particularly passionate about supporting individuals and partners who are navigating relationship/family issues, life transitions, anxiety and depression, trauma, sexual violence and identity development.

I believe that we are the expert of our own lives but that sometimes we may need a helping hand in order to guide us to where we wish to go. You may currently be going through a new transition in your life, working through persistent anxiety, battling cyclical moods or simply wanting to make some changes in your life.

My philosophy as a counsellor is founded on a collaborative approach. Together, we explore perspectives, abilities, strengths you can draw from, as well as, barriers that may be impeding, the changes you seek. We are all experts of our own lives and you possess important knowledge, skills, and abilities vital to making changes in your life. Two counselling theories I identify most with include: Narrative Therapy and Existential/Logotherapy. In 2022 I trained in EMDR. It was transcendental both experiencing it as a client and as clinician. The research behind this therapy is so robust, I have also actively integrated into practice.

Are you feeling disconnected from those around you? You might find yourself stuck in the same arguments or patterns with your loved one(s). Or you may be struggling to find a sense of belonging in your family, workplace, or a new community. This sense of isolation can magnify already stressful situations and have negative impacts on both your emotional and physical health. With support, you can experience the growth and healing that can come from reconnecting with yourself, and strengthening your relationship with others. My identities and experiences have shaped me to become the counsellor I am today, a wounded healer.

People seek out therapy because they cannot live their lives in the same way anymore. Perhaps there was a crisis, a feeling of despair, or a longing for something they have never had before. Therapy is a place to reflect on the past, explore present experiences and create change to have a different future. Therapy is not for the faint of heart, but with the right therapist, you will have a guide on your journey to knowing yourself more intimately.

Some people seek my help to deal with current life struggles, a significant loss, or a change or life transition. For some, past childhood and/or adult abuse have had long-lasting effects on who they are and how they feel in the world. Often, people are looking for help to manage better and flourish more in life. I offer individual adult therapy for these issues. As a professional with over 20 years of experience, I also offer consultation to other therapists; I welcome questions about this aspect of my practice.

I am a good listener who will encourage you to reflect on what works for you, and which strategies you have tried in the past that have both worked well, or were unsuccessful. I will challenge you in good ways while delivering unconditional acceptance of your preferences and coping strategies. I will encourage you to grow, adapt, and face life’s challenges, losses, and life transitions. I work with many diverse issues relating to mental health and wellness. I also have experience with a vast range of clients from ages 4-76 years and multicultural backgrounds. I am a holistic counsellor and I use a strength based approach to psychotherapy and counselling. I am skilled cognitive therapist, and I enjoy talk therapy using client centred approaches to psychotherapy. I will hold a solution-focused, results based approach with you. There is no problem too big - or, that can’t be better managed. I work with children, teens, and adults. My (very) well behaved and highly trained dog, may be present at sessions. I now have room for new clients. I can also be reached at: Sandralee.macdonald63@gmail.com Looking forward to meeting you. I am ethical, experienced, confidential, and trustworthy.

I provide services in two provinces: Alberta and British Columbia. I work with individuals who are seeking to understand and explore their life patterns as they pertain to relationships whether that is with colleagues, family, or romantic partners. With the ever increasing demand on our day to day living, burnout has become a more prominent theme - I help clients explore and address the topic of burnout. Sometimes life can change suddenly and that is why I also work with persons who have experienced a life changing diagnosis in exploring the complex feelings around what this may mean for their life going forward.

Hiya! Welcome! My approach to counselling is to create a meaningful connection and a safe space where you can engage in self exploration, free of judgement, through person centred, and trauma-informed approaches. In a world of information overload, I try to slow it down and explore inner thoughts and sensations that don't always have the opportunity to express themselves, while also looking for patterns along the way to help make sense of it all. I view you as the expert in your life, and my job is to ask you the right questions and help you reflect.

Negative life experiences can have lasting effects on many aspects of life, including mood, self-esteem, relationships, employment, parenting, and overall wellness. Sometimes the ways that the past affects the present are unclear or unknown, and sometimes the past feels as if it's happening now. The path to healing is often through exploring and addressing these past hurts, which can be extremely intimidating and also rewarding.

My practice is inclusive and non-judgmental. I am passionate about helping clients regain a sense of hope and possibility. I'm sensitive and mindful around gender, sexual orientation, race, age, spiritual beliefs, ability, body size, cultural background or identification, relationship status, and family situation. I am dedicated to using empathy, and presence to create a safe and nurturing space that supports you to learn more about your self The relationship I seek to have with you is one that is empowering, assisting you to feel respect and compassion for yourself, so that you can make the changes you desire.