Counselling Services in Vancouver & B.C.

Anxiety rarely looks the way people expect. Sometimes it manifests as a constant hum of worry that won't switch off. I assist clients through anxiety counselling by helping them understand what's actually driving their anxiety, rather than just managing the symptoms. Together, we build effective ways of responding and relating to anxiety. My holistic approach often incorporates somatic-based practices and can also encompass areas like depression counselling, grief counselling, pregnancy counselling, and trauma counselling, ensuring comprehensive support for my clients.

Grief isn't only about death, though that's often what brings people in for grief counselling. It can also manifest after a divorce, a life-changing diagnosis, a move, or the loss of an expected version of life. There's no set timeline for grief, and no 'right' way to navigate it. In addition to grief, I also provide support for anxiety counselling, depression counselling, pregnancy counselling, and trauma counselling, offering a steady, unhurried space to work through your feelings at your own pace.

Trauma can stem from a single event or from years of smaller experiences that accumulate over time. It often manifests in the body as much as in the mind, leading to symptoms like tension, avoidance, and a nervous system that remains in high alert long after the perceived danger has passed. In my practice, I adopt a trauma-informed approach, which is also essential in anxiety counselling, depression counselling, grief counselling, and pregnancy counselling, ensuring a supportive environment for healing.

Depression can manifest as sadness, but it often appears as numbness, low motivation, or simply going through the motions of a life that once felt meaningful. If you're in Vancouver and struggling to get out of bed, show up at work, or feel connected to the people you care about, this is something we can address together through depression counselling. Additionally, if you’re also experiencing anxiety or need support with grief, trauma, or even pregnancy counselling, we can work on these challenges collaboratively.

Parenting brings up unexpected challenges even for the most prepared among us, such as old family patterns, relationship strain, exhaustion, guilt, and identity shifts. I work with parents seeking support to navigate these complexities intentionally rather than reactively. This journey can sometimes evoke feelings that may lead to anxiety, and I provide anxiety counselling to help manage this.  I understand that parenting can also involve grief, especially when facing changes, and therefore, grief counselling is available for those in need. 

Pregnancy and the postpartum period can bring up anxiety, grief, identity changes, and relationship strain that often go unspoken. I offer pregnancy counselling and trauma counselling, along with anxiety counselling, grief counselling, and depression counselling for people in Vancouver and across BC who are trying to conceive, pregnant, or adjusting to life after birth.

Relationships can bring up some of our deepest fears, especially around trust, closeness, and being truly seen. Through anxiety counselling, I help clients understand the patterns that show up in their relationships, work through communication breakdowns, and address relationship anxiety. Additionally, I support individuals dealing with issues such as depression, grief, and trauma, ultimately guiding them to build stronger, more intentional ways of connecting with others.

Life is full of change, some we choose, some we don't. A new job, a move, a breakup, becoming a parent, retirement, or simply a season that feels different than the one before. Even good change can leave you feeling unmoored. Life transitions counselling offers a steady space to make sense of what's shifting, grieve what's being left behind, and move forward with more clarity about who you're becoming

Losing a pet is a real loss, and the grief that follows can be just as painful as any other. It might show up as guilt over a euthanasia decision, an empty routine, or a house that's suddenly too quiet. Pet bereavement counselling offers a space where that loss is taken seriously. For clients in Vancouver and across B.C., this work often overlaps with grief counselling, anxiety counselling, depression counselling, and support through major life transitions.