Codependency Therapists in Burnaby, BC
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Additionally, I guide clients through navigating other conflicts that life presents, from toxic relationships to codependency to suicidal ideation.
Whatever has brought you here - the weariness of depression, the struggle of addiction, the heaviness of anxiety, the uncertainty of life in its entirety - I welcome you. Whether you have experienced a trauma, are going through a life transition, or just need someone to talk to, someone who will listen without judgement or scorn, my passion and goal as a clinician is to hold the space for you, walk with you through the darkness, guide you to peace and well-being, and help you to live a life you love.
Additionally, I guide clients through navigating other conflicts that life presents, from toxic relationships to codependency to suicidal ideation.
Whatever has brought you here - the weariness of depression, the struggle of addiction, the heaviness of anxiety, the uncertainty of life in its entirety - I welcome you. Whether you have experienced a trauma, are going through a life transition, or just need someone to talk to, someone who will listen without judgement or scorn, my passion and goal as a clinician is to hold the space for you, walk with you through the darkness, guide you to peace and well-being, and help you to live a life you love.
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Visualize breaking free from codependency, where you prioritize your own needs while maintaining meaningful, balanced relationships.
You might feel trapped in a cycle of emotional exhaustion. Trusting others may seem impossible after past hurts, leaving you yearning for connection yet keeping people at a distance. If codependency has taken over, you might be so focused on others that your own needs have been forgotten, draining your energy and sense of self. And perhaps the fear of aging brings a constant anxiety about what lies ahead. These struggles are real, and it’s okay to feel overwhelmed. But imagine waking up each day feeling truly secure in your relationships, confident in your identity, and hopeful about the future.
Visualize breaking free from codependency, where you prioritize your own needs while maintaining meaningful, balanced relationships.
You might feel trapped in a cycle of emotional exhaustion. Trusting others may seem impossible after past hurts, leaving you yearning for connection yet keeping people at a distance. If codependency has taken over, you might be so focused on others that your own needs have been forgotten, draining your energy and sense of self. And perhaps the fear of aging brings a constant anxiety about what lies ahead. These struggles are real, and it’s okay to feel overwhelmed. But imagine waking up each day feeling truly secure in your relationships, confident in your identity, and hopeful about the future.
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I specialize in addressing relationship issues, codependency and boundary setting, family conflict, and parenting concerns. Along with these specializations, I regularly work with clients managing anxiety, depression, trauma, and acute stress. I focus on identifying the roots of unhelpful patterns and behaviours from your unique personal history to find healing, personal growth, and to help you make sustainable changes in your life.
I specialize in addressing relationship issues, codependency and boundary setting, family conflict, and parenting concerns. Along with these specializations, I regularly work with clients managing anxiety, depression, trauma, and acute stress. I focus on identifying the roots of unhelpful patterns and behaviours from your unique personal history to find healing, personal growth, and to help you make sustainable changes in your life.
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Are you struggling with self-esteem, codependency, setting healthy boundaries, body shame, general anxiety, sexpressing (sexual expression), medical trauma, bullying, and or toxic relationships. Together we can work through these challenges getting you unstuck from the cycle that you feel in. I can help you find your voice, learn to listen to your body and emotions, what your boundaries look like, and help you to create healthier relationships, finding calmness and joy. Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional.
Are you struggling with self-esteem, codependency, setting healthy boundaries, body shame, general anxiety, sexpressing (sexual expression), medical trauma, bullying, and or toxic relationships. Together we can work through these challenges getting you unstuck from the cycle that you feel in. I can help you find your voice, learn to listen to your body and emotions, what your boundaries look like, and help you to create healthier relationships, finding calmness and joy. Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional.
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David Yates
Registered Professional Counselor - Candidate, RPC-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Burnaby, BC V3J
I've worked with a wide range of clients, from youth to adults, and am comfortable with people from all walks of life. Men in particular seem to be attracted to me, and we can certainly delve into men's issues. I'm comfortable in the realm of relationships, attachment theory, and childhood trauma. I'm familiar with codependency, addiction, and the recovery process. I'm quite well-versed in nervous system education, and can support emotional regulation, stress reduction, updating negative thought patterns, overcoming creative blocks, and striking a more harmonious work-life balance. If you relate to any of these, let's talk!
I've worked with a wide range of clients, from youth to adults, and am comfortable with people from all walks of life. Men in particular seem to be attracted to me, and we can certainly delve into men's issues. I'm comfortable in the realm of relationships, attachment theory, and childhood trauma. I'm familiar with codependency, addiction, and the recovery process. I'm quite well-versed in nervous system education, and can support emotional regulation, stress reduction, updating negative thought patterns, overcoming creative blocks, and striking a more harmonious work-life balance. If you relate to any of these, let's talk!
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My areas of specialization include: complex trauma, abuse (emotional, psychological, verbal, physical, spiritual), domestic violence, codependency, anxiety, panic, chronic pain, mood dysregulation, depression, self-harm, suicidality, anger, irritability, eating disorders, shame, body acceptance, grief, addictive behaviors, boundaries and personal growth.
Living through traumatic experiences can be debilitating, leaving us with the feeling of being stuck, isolated, and helpless. As a Registered Clinical Counsellor, my role is to empower individuals to take a proactive role in their healing process, regain control and heal from the inside-out. I hold specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness-Based Somatic Therapy and Emotion-Focused Therapy - providing flexibility to pull from a variety of therapeutic techniques to effectively support each individual client in meeting their unique therapy needs.
My areas of specialization include: complex trauma, abuse (emotional, psychological, verbal, physical, spiritual), domestic violence, codependency, anxiety, panic, chronic pain, mood dysregulation, depression, self-harm, suicidality, anger, irritability, eating disorders, shame, body acceptance, grief, addictive behaviors, boundaries and personal growth.
Living through traumatic experiences can be debilitating, leaving us with the feeling of being stuck, isolated, and helpless. As a Registered Clinical Counsellor, my role is to empower individuals to take a proactive role in their healing process, regain control and heal from the inside-out. I hold specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness-Based Somatic Therapy and Emotion-Focused Therapy - providing flexibility to pull from a variety of therapeutic techniques to effectively support each individual client in meeting their unique therapy needs.
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Does this sound like you and your relationship? You fight in circles about the same (petty) things and don’t know how to make it better. Minor disagreements can erupt into full-blown arguments. You walk on eggshells to avoid conflicts. You don’t feel the same connection and closeness to your partner. You wonder if this is it…or if there is hope for your relationship. If you are feeling tired, hopeless, and exasperated, you’re in the right place. I help couples stop vicious cycles of fights and start communicating in a healthy and effective way, so both partners feel heard and understood; restoring trust and connection in your bond.
Does this sound like you and your relationship? You fight in circles about the same (petty) things and don’t know how to make it better. Minor disagreements can erupt into full-blown arguments. You walk on eggshells to avoid conflicts. You don’t feel the same connection and closeness to your partner. You wonder if this is it…or if there is hope for your relationship. If you are feeling tired, hopeless, and exasperated, you’re in the right place. I help couples stop vicious cycles of fights and start communicating in a healthy and effective way, so both partners feel heard and understood; restoring trust and connection in your bond.
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My clients are incredible people who have gone through a major life transition (trauma, loss, career change, breakup, migration, health diagnosis and/or narcissistic abuse) and value professional support to navigate it all. There may be concerns around career/family and how to show up for life while feeling anxious, burnt out or struggling to keep it together. Clients see me for self-esteem, perfectionism, sleep issues, chronic fatigue, anxiety, depression, sports performance, cultural oppression, workplace alienation and complex childhood trauma. Im a member of both ACCT and ACTA. I see BIPOC and other clients in BC and Alberta.
My clients are incredible people who have gone through a major life transition (trauma, loss, career change, breakup, migration, health diagnosis and/or narcissistic abuse) and value professional support to navigate it all. There may be concerns around career/family and how to show up for life while feeling anxious, burnt out or struggling to keep it together. Clients see me for self-esteem, perfectionism, sleep issues, chronic fatigue, anxiety, depression, sports performance, cultural oppression, workplace alienation and complex childhood trauma. Im a member of both ACCT and ACTA. I see BIPOC and other clients in BC and Alberta.
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I am a Professional Transpersonal Counsellor and Registered Therapeutic Counsellor with memberships from CACCF and ACCT. I also taught Personal Development for many years. I am also a Certified Care Giver. I offer private, family and group counselling services.
I am a Professional Transpersonal Counsellor and Registered Therapeutic Counsellor with memberships from CACCF and ACCT. I also taught Personal Development for many years. I am also a Certified Care Giver. I offer private, family and group counselling services.
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There is always space for self-improvement and growth. It is not always easy to reach out and open your heart and your life to someone. You might be going through tough times, and you might not be able to talk about it with anyone. Depression can take us to dark places and sometimes we might need a bit of a guidance and tools to be able to deal with it and understand it. There might be difficult life transitions that you can come across and you might want your life and your relationships to move to a better place.
There is always space for self-improvement and growth. It is not always easy to reach out and open your heart and your life to someone. You might be going through tough times, and you might not be able to talk about it with anyone. Depression can take us to dark places and sometimes we might need a bit of a guidance and tools to be able to deal with it and understand it. There might be difficult life transitions that you can come across and you might want your life and your relationships to move to a better place.
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Patricia Pike Certified Interventionist - Addiction Counsellor
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, LAADC, ICAADC, ICADC, CIP, NAID
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burnaby, BC V5R
Patricia Pike is the CEO and founder of Interventions Canada. As a Certified Intervention Professional, Addiction Specialist, and Educator, she is committed to raising the standard of care in addiction and mental health treatment. With over 25 years of experience in behavioral health, her expertise lies in alcoholism, substance abuse, addiction disorders, and complex mental health issues. She has led numerous successful interventions globally and holds citizenship in both the United States and Canada. Her commitment to this field is deeply personal, having been in long-term recovery herself.
Patricia Pike is the CEO and founder of Interventions Canada. As a Certified Intervention Professional, Addiction Specialist, and Educator, she is committed to raising the standard of care in addiction and mental health treatment. With over 25 years of experience in behavioral health, her expertise lies in alcoholism, substance abuse, addiction disorders, and complex mental health issues. She has led numerous successful interventions globally and holds citizenship in both the United States and Canada. Her commitment to this field is deeply personal, having been in long-term recovery herself.
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* Helping clients understand their difficulties and inner world. * Discovery of their inherent strengths so as to encourage the development of healthy behaviors. * New understandings of themselves and connectedness to others. * Insight into personal history, family dynamics and cultural influences to help them live fully and find joy in their every day life. * New ways of improving relationships, coping with life’s emotional experiences, and solving challenging problems.
* Helping clients understand their difficulties and inner world. * Discovery of their inherent strengths so as to encourage the development of healthy behaviors. * New understandings of themselves and connectedness to others. * Insight into personal history, family dynamics and cultural influences to help them live fully and find joy in their every day life. * New ways of improving relationships, coping with life’s emotional experiences, and solving challenging problems.
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Our team aims to help you create and discover a life worth living for and have fulfilling relationships with yourself and with others. Living from a place of fear/anger/resentment right now might be impacting how you see the world every single day. It may also affect your relationships with your family members, partners, and/or children (young and adults), friends, even coworkers, and you need help to make sense of it all. Every day, you may experience conflict, lack of connection, fear of something, or other challenges that gets in the way of you finding that sense of belonging and ownership over your life.
Our team aims to help you create and discover a life worth living for and have fulfilling relationships with yourself and with others. Living from a place of fear/anger/resentment right now might be impacting how you see the world every single day. It may also affect your relationships with your family members, partners, and/or children (young and adults), friends, even coworkers, and you need help to make sense of it all. Every day, you may experience conflict, lack of connection, fear of something, or other challenges that gets in the way of you finding that sense of belonging and ownership over your life.
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My ideal client is struggling with stress, anxiety, panic attacks, phobias or depression. They may have someone in their life who creates a lot of drama for everyone. They want to find more peace, satisfaction and happiness in their lives. Their goal is to learn how to deal with lives that are too busy and overwhelming, to stop worrying, to be less perfectionistic and irritable, to be more assertive, to find joy in life, or to decide on a career or a move. They want tools for managing anxiety and depression so that they don't have to stay stuck. They want relationship tools.
My ideal client is struggling with stress, anxiety, panic attacks, phobias or depression. They may have someone in their life who creates a lot of drama for everyone. They want to find more peace, satisfaction and happiness in their lives. Their goal is to learn how to deal with lives that are too busy and overwhelming, to stop worrying, to be less perfectionistic and irritable, to be more assertive, to find joy in life, or to decide on a career or a move. They want tools for managing anxiety and depression so that they don't have to stay stuck. They want relationship tools.
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Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the to-do list? Do you feel overwhelmed, lost and lonely by the thought that there is no light at the end of the tunnel? Now more than ever, women are feeling exhausted and stuck about overcoming a difficult relationship, healing from abuse, setting boundaries, life transitions or moving past a traumatic experience.
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the to-do list? Do you feel overwhelmed, lost and lonely by the thought that there is no light at the end of the tunnel? Now more than ever, women are feeling exhausted and stuck about overcoming a difficult relationship, healing from abuse, setting boundaries, life transitions or moving past a traumatic experience.
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CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS. Do you have trouble with anxiety, depression, eating issues, relationships, stress and coping, chronic pain? I have over 25 years experience in helping people with a range of struggles. You can expect to feel heard and understood and not only gain insight into your issues but also learn tools that will help you begin to feel better right after the first session. Because I believe in the amazing capacity of human beings to transform, I help to instil hope because of my passion and belief in the process of transformation.
CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS. Do you have trouble with anxiety, depression, eating issues, relationships, stress and coping, chronic pain? I have over 25 years experience in helping people with a range of struggles. You can expect to feel heard and understood and not only gain insight into your issues but also learn tools that will help you begin to feel better right after the first session. Because I believe in the amazing capacity of human beings to transform, I help to instil hope because of my passion and belief in the process of transformation.
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If you have landed on this page, you are likely seeking healing from emotional wounds or looking for support to navigate life's challenges. Or maybe you just need a safe place to talk. Here, you'll find a space to address your hurt, develop coping skills, and work towards a healthier, more fulfilling life step by step. I work with female clients who are looking for support with healing and healthy manageable change.
If you have landed on this page, you are likely seeking healing from emotional wounds or looking for support to navigate life's challenges. Or maybe you just need a safe place to talk. Here, you'll find a space to address your hurt, develop coping skills, and work towards a healthier, more fulfilling life step by step. I work with female clients who are looking for support with healing and healthy manageable change.
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Versatility Counselling
Counsellor, MCP, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burnaby, BC V5C (Online Only)
I am passionate about working with youth and young adults. I like to take a philosophical approach that targets the heart of emotional concerns. I believe that emotional well-being can be achieved through finding purpose and meaning in life. I enjoy helping my clients heal through building intimate connections, collaborating on finding meaningful activities, and addressing emotional challenges that may be holding them back from moving forward with their life.
I am passionate about working with youth and young adults. I like to take a philosophical approach that targets the heart of emotional concerns. I believe that emotional well-being can be achieved through finding purpose and meaning in life. I enjoy helping my clients heal through building intimate connections, collaborating on finding meaningful activities, and addressing emotional challenges that may be holding them back from moving forward with their life.
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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 and to move through losses while maintaining or learning healthy ways to grow. I have experience with a vast range of clients from ages 4-76 years and multicultural backgrounds. I am ethical, experienced, confidential, and trustworthy.
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 and to move through losses while maintaining or learning healthy ways to grow. I have experience with a vast range of clients from ages 4-76 years and multicultural backgrounds. I am ethical, experienced, confidential, and trustworthy.
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No matter what we may be going through in our lives, we should be able to take the time to slow down and take care of our mental, spiritual, and emotional health. Finding a person who can help guide you through those challenges and give you a sense of safety and support is important as we traverse our healing journeys. As a community minded therapist, I bring years of experience with children and youth within the school system, as well as my own lived-experiences as a second generation Filipino-Canadian. This perspective allows me to see the various facets and life circumstances that make you, you!
No matter what we may be going through in our lives, we should be able to take the time to slow down and take care of our mental, spiritual, and emotional health. Finding a person who can help guide you through those challenges and give you a sense of safety and support is important as we traverse our healing journeys. As a community minded therapist, I bring years of experience with children and youth within the school system, as well as my own lived-experiences as a second generation Filipino-Canadian. This perspective allows me to see the various facets and life circumstances that make you, you!
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Codependency Counsellors
What therapy types help with codependency problems?
Both couples and family therapy and cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) can help with the relationship difficulties referred to as codependency. Such problems typically include inappropriate feelings of responsibility for a loved one’s destructive behavior, irrational patterns of thinking about such behavior, and family interaction patterns in which the needs of one troubled member override the needs of others in a household.
What happens in therapy for codependency?
Spouses and family members learn and practice how to interact and support each other in a healthy way without sacrificing their own needs or well-being. They learn the limits of their responsibility for their loved ones and correct faulty patterns of thinking and feeling that underlie codependent behavior. Individuals may be encouraged to nurture an array of social relationships and to cultivate their own talents and interests so that they develop a healthy sense of self outside the family.
How does therapy help a person or couple overcome codependency?
Therapy helps people establish healthy ways of being in a relationship. Spouses and family members learn how to nurture and support one another without sacrificing their own needs or allowing the needs of one person to dominate the dynamic. Individuals learn how to say no and set boundaries, and how to maintain their own identity and self-esteem. Therapy helps people understand that they are not responsible for the feelings and actions of others. It also helps individuals deal with the turbulence that can come from living with a person suffering from such conditions as substance abuse and mental illness.
What is the goal of therapy for codependency?
One goal of therapy for codependency is to alleviate feelings of responsibility for and correct irrational patterns of thinking about loved ones whose behavioral problems override the needs of others in a household. Therapy helps people establish healthy boundaries of behavior and speak up for their own needs in a relationship. In addition, people learn how to maintain a healthy relationship, one in which both parties give and receive equally and are able to retain their own identity.