Open Relationships Non-Monogamy Therapists in North Vancouver, BC
Valessa Rizzotto
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Vancouver, BC V7M
Do you feel like the weight of the world is resting on your shoulders, and every step forward is a struggle? Or do you feel like your self-esteem is caught in a constant storm leaving you battered by self-doubt and a persistent feeling of inadequacy? Or maybe you feel lost, overwhelmed, and do not know how to navigate the twist and turns of your current challenges, unsure of which direction to take. Whether you're at a crossroads in life, aiming to enhance your relationship skills, going through grief and loss, trying to deal with traumas, or simply looking to cultivate a more mindful and balanced existence, I'm here to help.
Do you feel like the weight of the world is resting on your shoulders, and every step forward is a struggle? Or do you feel like your self-esteem is caught in a constant storm leaving you battered by self-doubt and a persistent feeling of inadequacy? Or maybe you feel lost, overwhelmed, and do not know how to navigate the twist and turns of your current challenges, unsure of which direction to take. Whether you're at a crossroads in life, aiming to enhance your relationship skills, going through grief and loss, trying to deal with traumas, or simply looking to cultivate a more mindful and balanced existence, I'm here to help.
Rani Sandhu
Counsellor, RCC, MEd
Verified Verified
North Vancouver, BC V7J
Do you wonder why some painful patterns keep coming up over and over again, despite your best intentions? Are you longing to find peace amidst the endless ups and downs? The conflicts in your life are calling out to you, because they are looking for your attention, love and a space to transform. You have the opportunity to begin a new relationship with yourself, with others, and find the freedom to choose a different path, one that nourishes you. I am here to walk with you, on your journey from struggle to ease, from separateness to wholeness, and from pain to a deep love.
Do you wonder why some painful patterns keep coming up over and over again, despite your best intentions? Are you longing to find peace amidst the endless ups and downs? The conflicts in your life are calling out to you, because they are looking for your attention, love and a space to transform. You have the opportunity to begin a new relationship with yourself, with others, and find the freedom to choose a different path, one that nourishes you. I am here to walk with you, on your journey from struggle to ease, from separateness to wholeness, and from pain to a deep love.
Michelle Lee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RSW, MSW, BEd, CYT, MM
Verified Verified
North Vancouver, BC V7M (Online Only)
Feeling stuck? Tired of old patterns? Are you ALL IN? Do you want ease and peace in all your relations? You have courage in reading this as you seek support to empower yourself, find more clarity, and take new actions. I embrace courage and ask you to step purposefully onto a personal growth path that allows your heart to lead, resulting in you living authentically. Engage all aspects of self, spiritual, emotional, mental, and physical. This extends to couples as well, looking for more connection; and healthier communication as you individually grow and evolve. Activate YOU through therapeutic coaching meets spiritual mentoring.
Feeling stuck? Tired of old patterns? Are you ALL IN? Do you want ease and peace in all your relations? You have courage in reading this as you seek support to empower yourself, find more clarity, and take new actions. I embrace courage and ask you to step purposefully onto a personal growth path that allows your heart to lead, resulting in you living authentically. Engage all aspects of self, spiritual, emotional, mental, and physical. This extends to couples as well, looking for more connection; and healthier communication as you individually grow and evolve. Activate YOU through therapeutic coaching meets spiritual mentoring.
Chantal Bourke
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
North Vancouver, BC V7J
Waitlist for new clients
Chantal Bourke is a Registered Clinical Counsellor who sees clients in person in North Vancouver and virtually all over the province of BC and Canada. Chantal has worked with children, adolescents and their families for the last 10 years. Chantal’s focus has been on mental health, family systems, parent coaching, and systemic practices. Over the course of her career, she has worked at BC Children's Hospital, The Maples Treatment Center and Child and Youth Mental Health. Chantal has worked with a variety of mental health diagnoses such as, but not limited to: Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Attachment Styles, and Parenting and Psychosis
Chantal Bourke is a Registered Clinical Counsellor who sees clients in person in North Vancouver and virtually all over the province of BC and Canada. Chantal has worked with children, adolescents and their families for the last 10 years. Chantal’s focus has been on mental health, family systems, parent coaching, and systemic practices. Over the course of her career, she has worked at BC Children's Hospital, The Maples Treatment Center and Child and Youth Mental Health. Chantal has worked with a variety of mental health diagnoses such as, but not limited to: Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Attachment Styles, and Parenting and Psychosis
Lisa Hazlett
Counsellor, BA, MEd, RCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Vancouver, BC V7M (Online Only)
Does the pressure to live up to 'good vibes only' leave you wondering if there's something wrong with you? We live in a world where disconnection abounds and vulnerability is shamed. Life hands us pain and expects us to put on a smiling face. Therapy with me is an attempt to provide an alternative: a space of understanding, safety and non-judgement. I believe that humans make change while in relationships that support empowerment, therefore I place high value on our working relationship. Working with me will allow you to have a space where you're nurtured, challenged, and seen.
Does the pressure to live up to 'good vibes only' leave you wondering if there's something wrong with you? We live in a world where disconnection abounds and vulnerability is shamed. Life hands us pain and expects us to put on a smiling face. Therapy with me is an attempt to provide an alternative: a space of understanding, safety and non-judgement. I believe that humans make change while in relationships that support empowerment, therefore I place high value on our working relationship. Working with me will allow you to have a space where you're nurtured, challenged, and seen.
Intersection Therapy & Advocacy
Registered Social Worker, MSc, MSW, RSW, RCC
Verified Verified
North Vancouver, BC V7L
I'm Kevin, a social worker & clinical counsellor (RSW/RCC), specializing in play therapy for kids and trauma-healing approaches for adults (e.g., EMDR), particularly within the LGBTQ2S+ community. We go beyond talk therapy, using interactive methods (e.g., LEGO) and a relationship-based approach. I bring my personal experience of growing up queer into my practice, creating a space where survivors of systemic issues of all ages—be it racism, homophobia, colonization, or ableism—can find understanding, support, and a path to self-acceptance.
I'm Kevin, a social worker & clinical counsellor (RSW/RCC), specializing in play therapy for kids and trauma-healing approaches for adults (e.g., EMDR), particularly within the LGBTQ2S+ community. We go beyond talk therapy, using interactive methods (e.g., LEGO) and a relationship-based approach. I bring my personal experience of growing up queer into my practice, creating a space where survivors of systemic issues of all ages—be it racism, homophobia, colonization, or ableism—can find understanding, support, and a path to self-acceptance.
Laura Avery
Counsellor, RCC, MA
Verified Verified
North Vancouver, BC V7M (Online Only)
Are you feeling overwhelmed or disconnected from yourself and from others? Are you struggling with distressing thoughts and feelings? Are you desiring to understand yourself better and to nourish aspects of yourself that have been dormant? Perhaps you are seeking a space to feel witnessed, supported, and understood. Together, we can explore where you are coming from, what is holding you back, and where you want to go. My experience as a counsellor continues to teach me about the transformative possibilities that exist as we dissolve the sense of aloneness that so many of us feel.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or disconnected from yourself and from others? Are you struggling with distressing thoughts and feelings? Are you desiring to understand yourself better and to nourish aspects of yourself that have been dormant? Perhaps you are seeking a space to feel witnessed, supported, and understood. Together, we can explore where you are coming from, what is holding you back, and where you want to go. My experience as a counsellor continues to teach me about the transformative possibilities that exist as we dissolve the sense of aloneness that so many of us feel.
Ross Dixon
Counsellor, MSc , RTC
Verified Verified
North Vancouver, BC V7L
I work extensively with couples on communication and relationship issues including infidelity, the rebuilding of trust and issues concerning sex. I work to help facilitate emotional responsibility so that everyone can define their goals, be heard and work towards feeling safe when communicating from a place of vulnerability. I have also worked with men individually and in a group setting around issues of identity, anger management, sexuality, anxiety, and depression.
I work extensively with couples on communication and relationship issues including infidelity, the rebuilding of trust and issues concerning sex. I work to help facilitate emotional responsibility so that everyone can define their goals, be heard and work towards feeling safe when communicating from a place of vulnerability. I have also worked with men individually and in a group setting around issues of identity, anger management, sexuality, anxiety, and depression.
Stefanie Stanley
Counsellor, MA, BEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Vancouver, BC V7M
Book directly at www.boomerangcc.ca. I look forward to working with anyone finding their way through life transitions and challenges, such as anxiety, depression, parenting, relationships, separation/divorce and co-parenting, post-partum, grief, and aging. I am passionate about supporting those with neurodiversity (ADHD, AuDHD, Autistic, Sensory issues, PDA, etc) and welcome anyone 2SLGBTQ+. I like to help individuals build their self-understanding and compassion. Let me support you to identify and work toward goals, and to manage any difficult moments. What works for you and makes your life meaningful?
Book directly at www.boomerangcc.ca. I look forward to working with anyone finding their way through life transitions and challenges, such as anxiety, depression, parenting, relationships, separation/divorce and co-parenting, post-partum, grief, and aging. I am passionate about supporting those with neurodiversity (ADHD, AuDHD, Autistic, Sensory issues, PDA, etc) and welcome anyone 2SLGBTQ+. I like to help individuals build their self-understanding and compassion. Let me support you to identify and work toward goals, and to manage any difficult moments. What works for you and makes your life meaningful?
Sophie Darch McEntee
Counsellor, MA, MFT, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Vancouver, BC V7M
I have sixteen years of training and clinical experience working with individuals and couples. Clients come to me usually when they are feeling stuck, overwhelmed or at a crossroad. My clients are often wanting a deeper sense of self-understanding, more peace and fulfillment in their lives. I offer compassionate, skilled, and informed assistance to support my clients in exploring core emotional issues, relationship dynamics and behavioral patterns. My style is warm, attentive, & engaged. I am strongly committed to my clients and will accompany and support you as you find your way through what life has brought you.
I have sixteen years of training and clinical experience working with individuals and couples. Clients come to me usually when they are feeling stuck, overwhelmed or at a crossroad. My clients are often wanting a deeper sense of self-understanding, more peace and fulfillment in their lives. I offer compassionate, skilled, and informed assistance to support my clients in exploring core emotional issues, relationship dynamics and behavioral patterns. My style is warm, attentive, & engaged. I am strongly committed to my clients and will accompany and support you as you find your way through what life has brought you.
Kirsten Anne Meyer
MA, RCC
Verified Verified
North Vancouver, BC V7G (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
If you are here you are probably not feeling great. It could be related to your self-esteem, your relationships, your body and health, your work, or maybe you have been through something traumatic and need help moving on. You might just have the uneasy sense that your life could be better than it is right now. I can offer you a safe space to explore yourself and the realities that you are facing in your life and develop strategies and tools that will help you create the life you deserve. I fit well with people who are looking to deepen their understanding and who are ready to find ways to make the changes they need in their lives.
If you are here you are probably not feeling great. It could be related to your self-esteem, your relationships, your body and health, your work, or maybe you have been through something traumatic and need help moving on. You might just have the uneasy sense that your life could be better than it is right now. I can offer you a safe space to explore yourself and the realities that you are facing in your life and develop strategies and tools that will help you create the life you deserve. I fit well with people who are looking to deepen their understanding and who are ready to find ways to make the changes they need in their lives.
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Deema Hannoud
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
North Vancouver, BC V7M
I'm a Registered Clinical Counsellor specializing in relationships, anxiety, and bi-cultural identity. I work with people navigating the challenges of both past and present experiences. Whether you're recovering from past traumas, feeling lost, depressed, anxious, overwhelmed by perfectionism, or in an unfulfilled relationship. I am committed to supporting you towards a space where your mind and body wish to be. Working with couples I help improve communication and listening skills, release resentment and bitterness, build a foundation of understanding, foster connection, and shift from individual to relational coping.
I'm a Registered Clinical Counsellor specializing in relationships, anxiety, and bi-cultural identity. I work with people navigating the challenges of both past and present experiences. Whether you're recovering from past traumas, feeling lost, depressed, anxious, overwhelmed by perfectionism, or in an unfulfilled relationship. I am committed to supporting you towards a space where your mind and body wish to be. Working with couples I help improve communication and listening skills, release resentment and bitterness, build a foundation of understanding, foster connection, and shift from individual to relational coping.
Marcela Brun Fausto
Registered Therapeutic Counsellor Candidate, RTCc, BA, RHN, PMA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Vancouver, BC V7H (Online Only)
Marcela's lived experiences are part of her therapies and an intentional holistic approach to care. Her work focuses on inspiring/helping people towards a holistic relationship with self so they are empowered to see, accept and heal themselves and be the author of their own story. She has a warm, caring and collaborative approach in her work. Life events can be very impactful and Marcela is skilled in maintaining safety and connection with her integrative approach. Compassion, inclusion, warm & empowerment is what you experience as she believes in expression, reflection and movement and being your authentic self.
Marcela's lived experiences are part of her therapies and an intentional holistic approach to care. Her work focuses on inspiring/helping people towards a holistic relationship with self so they are empowered to see, accept and heal themselves and be the author of their own story. She has a warm, caring and collaborative approach in her work. Life events can be very impactful and Marcela is skilled in maintaining safety and connection with her integrative approach. Compassion, inclusion, warm & empowerment is what you experience as she believes in expression, reflection and movement and being your authentic self.
Lianne Labistour
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA, MA, (Cand)
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
North Vancouver, BC V7G
Individuals, couples and poly folks tend to seek me out because I’m clear-headed, sincere and deeply hopeful. I stay present even in the toughest moments, supporting clients as they process relationship challenges, feelings of anger, disconnection and overwhelming anxiety. I work extensively with clients working through childhood trauma and abuse, grappling with low self-esteem, powerlessness and grief. I focus on what feels helpful for you — sometimes that’s having a safe sounding board; other times it’s having a co-problem solver with tools right beside you. My sense of humour is a plus, so is my endless curiosity and compassion.
Individuals, couples and poly folks tend to seek me out because I’m clear-headed, sincere and deeply hopeful. I stay present even in the toughest moments, supporting clients as they process relationship challenges, feelings of anger, disconnection and overwhelming anxiety. I work extensively with clients working through childhood trauma and abuse, grappling with low self-esteem, powerlessness and grief. I focus on what feels helpful for you — sometimes that’s having a safe sounding board; other times it’s having a co-problem solver with tools right beside you. My sense of humour is a plus, so is my endless curiosity and compassion.
Tracy Joy
Counsellor, MBA, MaNLP, RPC, MPCC, CCPCPR
Verified Verified
North Vancouver, BC V7M
Most of my clients haven't found relief. They've been to many different therapists without resolution. They are not interested in using medication to resolve their PTSD, Complex PTSD, anxiety, depression, stress, or self-esteem issues. They may have considered suicide or used other control behavior to help them self-regulate their emotions. They typically have experienced childhood trauma through verbal, sexual, neglect and/or physical abuse that has invaded their adult lives. Or, they may have had entirely normal childhoods not feeling their experience was different from others yet still have the above side effects.
Most of my clients haven't found relief. They've been to many different therapists without resolution. They are not interested in using medication to resolve their PTSD, Complex PTSD, anxiety, depression, stress, or self-esteem issues. They may have considered suicide or used other control behavior to help them self-regulate their emotions. They typically have experienced childhood trauma through verbal, sexual, neglect and/or physical abuse that has invaded their adult lives. Or, they may have had entirely normal childhoods not feeling their experience was different from others yet still have the above side effects.
Lynn Valley Counselling
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
North Vancouver, BC V7J
Welcome to Lynn Valley Counselling, Lynn Valley’s only integrated counselling clinic. Our North Vancouver counselling clinic provides counselling for children, teens, adults, couples, families, and groups as well as a range of therapies. We create a safe environment where clients can feel seen and heard without judgment. Working collaboratively with our clients, we empower them to reach personal goals and equip them with the tools they need to reach them. Our committed team of registered clinical counsellors and Canadian certified counsellors are dedicated to your wellbeing. We can support you on your personal journey of healing an
Welcome to Lynn Valley Counselling, Lynn Valley’s only integrated counselling clinic. Our North Vancouver counselling clinic provides counselling for children, teens, adults, couples, families, and groups as well as a range of therapies. We create a safe environment where clients can feel seen and heard without judgment. Working collaboratively with our clients, we empower them to reach personal goals and equip them with the tools they need to reach them. Our committed team of registered clinical counsellors and Canadian certified counsellors are dedicated to your wellbeing. We can support you on your personal journey of healing an
Deb Cehak
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
North Vancouver, BC V7K
I am a narrative trained therapist who believes in collaboration, curiosity, and respect. When dilemmas and obstacles grow big enough, they can come to dominate our lives, pulling us towards dark ideas and stories in which we can feel hopeless, lost, scared, and disconnected. It is my aim as a therapist to work with clients to identify the challenges in their lives and explore how to move into more spaces of joy and preferred ways of living.
I am a narrative trained therapist who believes in collaboration, curiosity, and respect. When dilemmas and obstacles grow big enough, they can come to dominate our lives, pulling us towards dark ideas and stories in which we can feel hopeless, lost, scared, and disconnected. It is my aim as a therapist to work with clients to identify the challenges in their lives and explore how to move into more spaces of joy and preferred ways of living.
Breen Counselling
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
North Vancouver, BC V7P
I authentically connect with children, youth and families, and have experience working with clients who are at-risk. I use a client-centered, holistic approach, meaning I focus on helping the individual work on their "whole self". I also work with my clients collaboratively, understanding differing needs.
I authentically connect with children, youth and families, and have experience working with clients who are at-risk. I use a client-centered, holistic approach, meaning I focus on helping the individual work on their "whole self". I also work with my clients collaboratively, understanding differing needs.
Shereen Khan
Counsellor, PhD MA, RCC NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Vancouver, BC V7J
Are you struggling? Or have felt numb, on auto-pilot too long? I work with individuals, couples, and families to transform life challenges into opportunities for growth and connection. My experiences include working with a variety of age-groups and mental health concerns. Some of my areas of specialty include relationships, infidelity, sex, divorce and family difficulties. As well, overcoming symptoms of trauma and recovery from abuse (sexual, physical, spiritual) and grief. My aims are to help clients to feel empowered, heal from trauma, and have more understanding of themselves and others.
Are you struggling? Or have felt numb, on auto-pilot too long? I work with individuals, couples, and families to transform life challenges into opportunities for growth and connection. My experiences include working with a variety of age-groups and mental health concerns. Some of my areas of specialty include relationships, infidelity, sex, divorce and family difficulties. As well, overcoming symptoms of trauma and recovery from abuse (sexual, physical, spiritual) and grief. My aims are to help clients to feel empowered, heal from trauma, and have more understanding of themselves and others.
Mica Avery
Counsellor, RTC
Verified Verified
North Vancouver, BC V7M (Online Only)
Whether you're dealing with past trauma, difficult family dynamics, or are stuck in frustrating patterns, feelings of disconnection and anxiety can easily become your day-to-day. In a world that can be challenging to navigate at the best of times, the struggles we face can sometimes feel insurmountable. It is my belief that we all need support and connection in order to process our experiences and to feel safe and secure in our own skin. With the tools somatic therapy brings we can support the body to complete it’s natural healing processes, helping us find the freedom to live our lives to the fullest.
Whether you're dealing with past trauma, difficult family dynamics, or are stuck in frustrating patterns, feelings of disconnection and anxiety can easily become your day-to-day. In a world that can be challenging to navigate at the best of times, the struggles we face can sometimes feel insurmountable. It is my belief that we all need support and connection in order to process our experiences and to feel safe and secure in our own skin. With the tools somatic therapy brings we can support the body to complete it’s natural healing processes, helping us find the freedom to live our lives to the fullest.
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Open Relationships Non-Monogamy Counsellors
Why might an individual want to see a therapist specialising in open relationships and consensual non-monogamy?
A client seeking help with an open or consensually non-monogamous relationship will prefer to talk with a professional whom they can count on to be nonjudgmental. Talking with a supportive therapist may on its own help relieve some of the stigma and challenges partners face. That said, the most important factor in the success of any type of therapy is the ability of the client and practitioner to form a strong, trusting bond. For this reason, an individual or couple could find success with a therapist who does not specialise in non-monogamous relationships but with whom they can build trust.
When should open or consensually non-monogamous partners seek counselling?
Like other couples, polyamorous partners typically seek counseling when they face relationship challenges they can’t solve themselves. In non-monogamous relationships, this could include breaches of trust, including infidelity; unclear rules or violations of boundaries; jealousy of outside partners; the stress of juggling the needs of multiple partners; or the effect of high partner turnover on children. Like those of other couples, polyamorous bonds can be threatened by increasingly frequent arguments, poor or dysfunctional communication, diminished emotional or physical intimacy, or the feeling that something is wrong, even if they don’t know what it is.
Do therapists have special training to gain expertise in open relationships and consensual non-monogamy?
No, but individuals seeking help with non-monogamous relationships would most likely consult a licensed professional with specific training in couples counseling or couples therapy. Couples counselling and couples therapy both involve teaching concrete strategies to navigate conflict in relationships. A good therapist can engage both partners as they explain these approaches but can also work with a single partner.
How long does therapy for consensually non-monogamous couples typically last?
Couples therapy for any type of couple, tends to be relatively time-limited, lasting around 12 weeks on average. A good therapist will tailor sessions to the individual partners’ emotions and sometimes their past, along with patterns found to be repeating in the relationship. In many cases, clients should expect their therapist to assign “homework” between weekly sessions.