Geoff Michell
Counsellor, MA, RCC
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At times feelings, or life circumstances become so intense or painful, we become desperate to find ways to fix, avoid, or control them. We may get stuck in worry and self-doubt, avoid meaningful activities, feel unable to let go of control, withdraw from relationships, shut down feelings, ruminate on past hurts, escape into TV, the internet, video games, drugs or alcohol, or get pulled into compulsive or impulsive behaviours. What was meant to fix the problem, ends up making it worse. As life becomes about controlling feelings, it becomes less about what is really important to us - our values and passions.
I work from the premise that how you’ve been coping makes sense, even if it has been problematic. I work to shift the focus from you as a problem to fix, to building a rich and meaningful life. I have extensive training and experience working with individuals with anxiety and mood disorders, PTSD, concussion and other chronic health conditions.
If you are feeling trapped by anxiety, your mood, past traumas, health conditions, or problematic behaviours, or you are seeking to find more contentment, confidence, purpose or vitality in your life, there is hope for change. I commit to bringing curiosity, compassion, and experience to our work together. I'm available for in person and online counselling.
Call or Email Geoff Michell now for a free 15 minute consultation - (778) 761-4459
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $185
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
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Counsellor, MA, RCC
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of British Columbia / 10250 Geoff Michell
- In Practice for 23 years
- Attended SFU, Graduated 2003
Education and Years In Practice
Geoff Michell
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (778) 761-4459
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Mood Disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
Expertise
- Addiction
- Alcohol Use
- Anger Management
- Autism
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Depression
- Dissociative Disorders (DID)
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Life Coaching
- Men's Issues
- Neurodivergence
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Personality Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sexual Abuse
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
- Video Game Addiction
Endorsement
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Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Exposure Therapy
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Geoff Michell
Counsellor, MA, RCC
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Location
Group Practice
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