Female Therapists in Abbotsford, BC

I love walking beside children, teens and young adults who have big emotions - helping them learn to navigate how to see them and handle them in a way that feels more effective for them! I try to bring in their parents as much as is needed to allow for a systemically supported change for the better!

As a Registered Clinical Counsellor, I acknowledge navigating life’s challenges alone can be overwhelming. Whether you are struggling with anxiety or depression, facing a difficult life transition, or simply seeking personal growth. I am here to help you navigate these challenges and find solutions that meet your individual needs. I am here to walk alongside you and aid in providing new skills, insights, and building resiliency.

As a counsellor I am passionate about supporting children, teens and adults, as well as couples on their life journey: past, present & future. I consider myself an attachment based, trauma-informed and adoption competent counsellor. I also have a heart for helping parents to be the parent their child needs. Providing a safe and non-judgmental space to make sense of your experiences is my primary goal. My strength-based, client-centred approach, aims to support you to: strengthen connections, enhance skills, build resilience, heal from your own experiences, and to enjoy healthy relationships.

As a counsellor/social worker I look forward to supporting individuals, couples or families on their life journey: past, present & future. I consider myself an attachment based, trauma-informed and adoption competent counsellor. I have a passion for helping parents to be the parent their child needs. Providing a safe and non-judgmental space to make sense of your experiences is my primary goal. My strength-based, client-centred approach, aims to support you to: strengthen connections, enhance skills, build resilience, heal from your own experiences, and to enjoy healthy relationships.

At times, we all wonder if our present day realities are aligned with our intended paths. Was it the right time? The right job? The right relationship? Is this as good as it gets? Am I happy? Am I fulfilled? If you experience anxiety, depression, confusion or simply feel alone, counselling can offer opportunities for a deeper sense of connection to yourself, your relationships and your life. I am here to walk alongside of you, to listen to your goals, desires and needs. Whether it is sharing long kept secrets, traumas or personal revelations I am here to connect with you.

I have a strong passion for helping people and I believe that people have the potential for growth and change. I am committed to helping you discover and develop your inner strengths in order to help overcome any challenges that you may be facing. I understand that one of the most important parts of therapy is trust and therefore I work hard to build a strong alliance with my clients.

I truly believe that each person is of immense value and worth. Each time I sit with a client, I feel honoured to be allowed into the sacred place of their inner world. The work of healing and growth is complex and difficult. However, when we are met in our struggles while being truly seen and witnessed, we begin to be able to tolerate more as we come to know our true Self better. I seek to approach people's stories with compassion, curiosity, and authenticity. I am passionate about the opportunity that individuals have for change and growth when they are provided with compassionate care in a non-judgmental and safe environment.

Are you feeling anxious or overwhelmed? Stuck in negative thought patterns? Experiencing low self-worth? Suffering from PTSD, anxiety or have a history of trauma? I believe that with strong therapeutic connection, we can explore solutions to your challenges and address historical issues and persistent patterns that you desire to change. I work collaboratively with you to build an individualized treatment plan based on your current needs, motivations and strengths. I am devoted to creating a safe and nurturing space for you to discover your inner strength, gain clarity, and cultivate a positive mindset for lasting personal growth.

Hello, I'm Emily, a Registered Clinical Counsellor working with teens (13+) and adults. I’m dedicated to empowering individuals as they navigate the complexities of anxiety and related disorders like OCD and OCPD, or those feeling like their perfectionism is interfering with their quality of life. My passion is helping guide my clients towards living authentically, embracing their true selves, and aligning their actions with their core values, rather than seeking external validation, and succumbing to people-pleasing, or compulsive behaviors.

Do you often feel anxiety crowding your thoughts? Or do you worry about “little things” and cannot understand why others dismiss your worries so easily? You are not alone. Together we can work on coping strategies to help manage your anxiety, stress, and general overwhelming feelings in daily life. I bring experience, education, and passion to my practice. With over a decade of professional experience counselling children, teens, and adults, I help support them through anxiety, stress, parenting, spiritual questions, and other life challenges.

Struggling with anxiety, stress, grief, or relationship issues? Looking for meaningful change that will provide lasting relief? When we work together I will help you foster resilience and self-awareness, build a strong sense of identity and self-worth, and find the confidence to live life on your own terms. If you're looking for a therapist who can understand your perspective, know that I have lived experience with anxiety, major life and career transitions, grief, chronic illness, as well as sitting in the clients’ seat. This provides me with the ability to offer expanded empathy while I support your path to mental wellness.

People come to a place in their lives where they have been wounded in their relationships or experiences. Everyone has their story that has caused them to be in the place they are currently. And sometimes parts of our story interfere with us being able to move forward. We may find ourselves irritable, cranky, depressed, snappy, sarcastic, anxious, defensive, sensitive and protective. All of which are coping strategies for the hurt that has been suffered. These coping stances interfere with connections which is opposite of what we are longing for. All of us our craving to be in relationship.

Jennifer has supported and walked a long side many clients with a variety of challenges and/or goals. It is Jennifer's passion to help others work towards their ideal self while being compassionate and accepting of where they currently are. The client chooses what they would like to focus on while Jennifer supports them on this journey.

Finding a therapist you trust and feel safe with is foundational to successful counselling. As a therapist, I use compassion, experience, authenticity and insight create a space where you are safe to process your thoughts and feelings, strengths and struggles and to receive support for expressing, connecting with and honouring your deepest values and life goals. Being responsive to clients needs also requires therapeutic education, direction and curiosity. I value asking questions which support you in experiencing your own “ah ha” moments. I will work to help you put language to some of the challenges you have experienced.

My clients have said "counselling with you feels different". Likely, because it is often matter of fact, to the point, humour infused and honest. I am your biggest cheerleader, but I will hold you accountable, like a needed conversation with an insightful friend.

I specialize in the healing, empowering and recovery for women. Much of my practice involves the support of women who are navigating past/present trauma, facing intimate partner violence and are striving to cultivate a healthy relationship within themselves. I also work closely with women who are suffering from anxiety, depression, self esteem and emotional expression. I have supported younger populations as a former public school educator and counsellor. If you wish to feel more empowered, self-compassionate, and grounded in yourself and your ability to express your needs, I am here to support you in reaching your goals.

You may be experiencing a range of emotions as you think of going to counselling. You may be fearful or simply relieved. Whatever your experience is, know that you are courageous. Know that it is my purpose to meet you wherever you are at and work together with you in a way that is meaningful, helpful, and healing. Because all of us are unique, it is important for me to work with each client based on their personal needs. I want to tailor counselling to suit you. However, I do draw from a variety of counselling approaches and tools. Some of these include EFT, Person-Centered Therapy, CBT, and Narrative Therapy.

I am passionate about working with anyone who is experiencing challenges with parenthood, ADHD, anxiety or past trauma. I work with clients to help them feel lighter, more regulated, and more in control of their lives. This is your space and your time and I am here to help by providing a judgement free space and tools you can implement into your life between counselling sessions.

Are you feeling exhausted or worn out from consistently putting others before yourself? Have these experiences led to heightened anxiety or lingering feelings of resentment? If so, I'm here to help. Together, we'll embark on a journey of reflection and exploration into your past experiences, allowing you to gain a deeper understanding of your own needs. I'm committed to empowering you to set healthy boundaries, fostering a sense of safety within your own body.