Therapists in Chilliwack, BC
Accepting new clients! This is definitely not what you expected. You may have thought that everything would fall perfectly into place, that becoming or being a parent would be the most natural thing in the world. Now, you’re finding that the fears, the anxiety, the self-doubt, the grief over your old life, or the disconnection from your partner are ruling your mind. You might be having a tough time sleeping, noticing some scary thoughts popping up, and just getting through each day is a trial. You wonder if you’re really connecting with your partner or your child(ren). You might be wondering who you even are these days.
Accepting new clients! This is definitely not what you expected. You may have thought that everything would fall perfectly into place, that becoming or being a parent would be the most natural thing in the world. Now, you’re finding that the fears, the anxiety, the self-doubt, the grief over your old life, or the disconnection from your partner are ruling your mind. You might be having a tough time sleeping, noticing some scary thoughts popping up, and just getting through each day is a trial. You wonder if you’re really connecting with your partner or your child(ren). You might be wondering who you even are these days.
Having worked in the Health Care field for over 17 years, I have gained a wide range of knowledge about helping individuals and families who are suffering from an illness, anxiety, PTSD or struggling with their sexual identity as well as alternative relationships including Open relationships and Poly Lifestyles. I have gained my skill set by providing support to others, as well as from my own experiences. I am a proud member of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. With all of my clients, I draw on both my life experience as well as my education, and is a strong believer of partnership and collaboration to help my clients reach their goals.
Having worked in the Health Care field for over 17 years, I have gained a wide range of knowledge about helping individuals and families who are suffering from an illness, anxiety, PTSD or struggling with their sexual identity as well as alternative relationships including Open relationships and Poly Lifestyles. I have gained my skill set by providing support to others, as well as from my own experiences. I am a proud member of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. With all of my clients, I draw on both my life experience as well as my education, and is a strong believer of partnership and collaboration to help my clients reach their goals.
I believe that at the very center of all people, tucked deeply away with our fears, traumas and insecurities are the answers to that which we are seeking. When we are able to go within ourselves and really connect with the inner guidance and wisdom we have, we birth our resilience, strength, gifts and our healing. I have so much compassion and empathy for those who are in the depth of suffering and have found the courage to walk through the darkness and into the realms of deep self-discovery and I am absolutely honoured to be able to provide this sacred space for my clients as I walk alongside them in this journey to wellness.
I believe that at the very center of all people, tucked deeply away with our fears, traumas and insecurities are the answers to that which we are seeking. When we are able to go within ourselves and really connect with the inner guidance and wisdom we have, we birth our resilience, strength, gifts and our healing. I have so much compassion and empathy for those who are in the depth of suffering and have found the courage to walk through the darkness and into the realms of deep self-discovery and I am absolutely honoured to be able to provide this sacred space for my clients as I walk alongside them in this journey to wellness.
I know first hand how overwhelming it can be when you're struggling, feel alone or even lost. I specialize in helping women, parents & children (10+) feel more understood, content and secure, less anxious, depressed and stuck, improving their confidence and self-worth. I help my clients become the version of themselves they want to feel happier with and proud of. My clients can expect to feel reassurance, inner strength, feel motivated for change, find more happiness within themselves and relationships, they believe in themselves more, and they begin to view their past and present experiences in a gentle and more tolerable light.
I know first hand how overwhelming it can be when you're struggling, feel alone or even lost. I specialize in helping women, parents & children (10+) feel more understood, content and secure, less anxious, depressed and stuck, improving their confidence and self-worth. I help my clients become the version of themselves they want to feel happier with and proud of. My clients can expect to feel reassurance, inner strength, feel motivated for change, find more happiness within themselves and relationships, they believe in themselves more, and they begin to view their past and present experiences in a gentle and more tolerable light.
Strength Counselling Services
Counsellor, MEd, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Chilliwack, BC V2P (Online Only)
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
Happiness can be found, even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light- Albus Dumbledore. I like to implement a client-centered approach whereby I take my years of experience and training to adjust a therapeutic approach to best suit each one of my clients. I have eight years of experience working with children and families with special needs, including children diagnosed with Autism, OCD, ADD, FSD, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Pain Disorders, Neurodivergency, Brain Injuries, and Anxiety.
Happiness can be found, even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light- Albus Dumbledore. I like to implement a client-centered approach whereby I take my years of experience and training to adjust a therapeutic approach to best suit each one of my clients. I have eight years of experience working with children and families with special needs, including children diagnosed with Autism, OCD, ADD, FSD, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Pain Disorders, Neurodivergency, Brain Injuries, and Anxiety.
My passion is to come alongside you during challenging times and life transitions. Although difficult, transitions are growth opportunities helping to uncover our resilience and a way back to our authentic selves. Transitions can also bring worry, self doubt, insecurity, loss, and loneliness. Together, with your inner wisdom and my guidance we can navigate relationships, increase skills, manage emotions, solve problems, build confidence and increase your sense of self. By drawing attention to your unique strengths and gifts we will work towards your goals and empower you to make change and solve the problems you are facing.
My passion is to come alongside you during challenging times and life transitions. Although difficult, transitions are growth opportunities helping to uncover our resilience and a way back to our authentic selves. Transitions can also bring worry, self doubt, insecurity, loss, and loneliness. Together, with your inner wisdom and my guidance we can navigate relationships, increase skills, manage emotions, solve problems, build confidence and increase your sense of self. By drawing attention to your unique strengths and gifts we will work towards your goals and empower you to make change and solve the problems you are facing.
Online Therapists
I have specialized training in perinatal/ reproductive mental health (infertility, pregnancy loss, pregnancy/ postpartum well-being, parenting) and grief and loss (e.
Welcome! Therapy is a place to learn about yourself, your relationships, and how past experiences have impacted you. Are you constantly feeling worried and overwhelmed? Do you feel sad and overcome by negative thoughts? Do you feel disconnected from your partner? Are you grieving a loss? Do you struggle with anxiety and/or depression? I work with clients who are struggling with common life challenges and transitions and want to learn ways to cope, manage their stress, and feel better. My goal is to create a space where you can talk about how you are doing without feeling judged and feel empowered on your own journey of healing.
I have specialized training in perinatal/ reproductive mental health (infertility, pregnancy loss, pregnancy/ postpartum well-being, parenting) and grief and loss (e.
Welcome! Therapy is a place to learn about yourself, your relationships, and how past experiences have impacted you. Are you constantly feeling worried and overwhelmed? Do you feel sad and overcome by negative thoughts? Do you feel disconnected from your partner? Are you grieving a loss? Do you struggle with anxiety and/or depression? I work with clients who are struggling with common life challenges and transitions and want to learn ways to cope, manage their stress, and feel better. My goal is to create a space where you can talk about how you are doing without feeling judged and feel empowered on your own journey of healing.
Reaching out for support can be daunting and I work to make the process as easy as possible. As a relationship specialist, I support individuals, couples and families to develop meaningful, satisfying connections with themselves and others. I often support individuals and couples navigating life transitions, parenthood, infertility, pregnancy loss, responses to trauma and feelings of anxiety and depression. Whether you bring a specific concern or generally want to feel more connection and joy, I provide a compassionate space to find healing. My collaborative approach brings together my experience with your goals, hopes and needs.
Reaching out for support can be daunting and I work to make the process as easy as possible. As a relationship specialist, I support individuals, couples and families to develop meaningful, satisfying connections with themselves and others. I often support individuals and couples navigating life transitions, parenthood, infertility, pregnancy loss, responses to trauma and feelings of anxiety and depression. Whether you bring a specific concern or generally want to feel more connection and joy, I provide a compassionate space to find healing. My collaborative approach brings together my experience with your goals, hopes and needs.
Do you struggle with infertility? Do you have a difficult time setting boundaries with others? Do you find yourself people pleasing in order to be liked or be accepted? If these are issues you struggle with, a practical, grounded, compassionate approach to counselling is what I offer my clients. Within the therapeutic relationship, we uncover your strengths and identify limiting beliefs and emotional barriers that can get in the way of your experience of self-expression and joy. We address and transform these patterns which ultimately leads to a deeper connection with yourself and others, resulting in lasting changes.
Do you struggle with infertility? Do you have a difficult time setting boundaries with others? Do you find yourself people pleasing in order to be liked or be accepted? If these are issues you struggle with, a practical, grounded, compassionate approach to counselling is what I offer my clients. Within the therapeutic relationship, we uncover your strengths and identify limiting beliefs and emotional barriers that can get in the way of your experience of self-expression and joy. We address and transform these patterns which ultimately leads to a deeper connection with yourself and others, resulting in lasting changes.
Elnaz Bondar Counselling & Associates Ltd
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
Port Coquitlam, BC V3B
Coming from a multicultural background and having training in various fields, I specialize in areas such as ADHD, couple and family conflicts, relationship issues, stress and anxiety, grief, trauma, pregnancy loss, infertility, motherhood, life transition, career transition, perfectionism, self-esteem issues, identity crisis, and cultural identity.
I am Elnaz. I am a registered clinical counsellor based in Port Coquitlam, BC. As part of my training, I worked with individuals who were in crisis or were suicidal. I also worked with individuals suffering from a variety of issues, such as depression, anxiety, addiction, and ADHD. I help couples and families with conflict resolution and effective communication skills. Dealing with issues related to family and couples is one of the highlights of my training. I am a Gestalt therapist. In my approach, I focus on the individual as a whole and help them achieve their wholeness while I am considering all the aspects of their lives.
Coming from a multicultural background and having training in various fields, I specialize in areas such as ADHD, couple and family conflicts, relationship issues, stress and anxiety, grief, trauma, pregnancy loss, infertility, motherhood, life transition, career transition, perfectionism, self-esteem issues, identity crisis, and cultural identity.
I am Elnaz. I am a registered clinical counsellor based in Port Coquitlam, BC. As part of my training, I worked with individuals who were in crisis or were suicidal. I also worked with individuals suffering from a variety of issues, such as depression, anxiety, addiction, and ADHD. I help couples and families with conflict resolution and effective communication skills. Dealing with issues related to family and couples is one of the highlights of my training. I am a Gestalt therapist. In my approach, I focus on the individual as a whole and help them achieve their wholeness while I am considering all the aspects of their lives.
As a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional, I specialize in working alongside perinatal folks experiencing birth trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, loss, infertility, and parental identity challenges. I also support children and teens navigating major life transitions, suicidal ideation, self-harm, loneliness, shame, interpersonal trauma as well as racial and cultural identity development.
As a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional, I specialize in working alongside perinatal folks experiencing birth trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, loss, infertility, and parental identity challenges. I also support children and teens navigating major life transitions, suicidal ideation, self-harm, loneliness, shame, interpersonal trauma as well as racial and cultural identity development.
Ellie Dobreva
Licensed Professional Counsellor, RPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V6B (Online Only)
Having experienced trauma, loss, and infertility grief in my personal life, I know what it feels like to feel stuck, helpless, and worst of all, hopeless. I strive to promote the importance of good mental health and how it can positively impact our daily functioning and quality of life. I specialize in helping people who struggle with anxiety, depression, stress, infertility and pregnancy loss, family dynamics, relationships and life transitions, marriage and communication challenges. I offer patience, compassion and transparency.
Having experienced trauma, loss, and infertility grief in my personal life, I know what it feels like to feel stuck, helpless, and worst of all, hopeless. I strive to promote the importance of good mental health and how it can positively impact our daily functioning and quality of life. I specialize in helping people who struggle with anxiety, depression, stress, infertility and pregnancy loss, family dynamics, relationships and life transitions, marriage and communication challenges. I offer patience, compassion and transparency.
Many people who struggle with infertility, miscarriage, birth trauma, or postpartum depression and anxiety report feeling alone and that no one understands them. These challenges can trigger complex emotions such as feeling lost, helpless, angry, numb, or hopeless about the future. For many individuals, when they feel lost or hopeless, they just want to feel validated and understood. When they're feeling stuck, they want to know that it won't be like this forever and they may want help finding their way forward. Working with a therapist who understands these struggles can help a person feel seen and allow them to find their way.
Many people who struggle with infertility, miscarriage, birth trauma, or postpartum depression and anxiety report feeling alone and that no one understands them. These challenges can trigger complex emotions such as feeling lost, helpless, angry, numb, or hopeless about the future. For many individuals, when they feel lost or hopeless, they just want to feel validated and understood. When they're feeling stuck, they want to know that it won't be like this forever and they may want help finding their way forward. Working with a therapist who understands these struggles can help a person feel seen and allow them to find their way.
We support you through anxiety challenges, relationship challenges, infertility, pregnancy loss, and perinatal mental health challenges.
At Illuminate Counselling, our therapists have both the professional AND the lived experience in our specialized areas of practice. We believe this combination – competence and relatability – is key to providing the best possible journey through counselling. An authentic and human experience.
We support you through anxiety challenges, relationship challenges, infertility, pregnancy loss, and perinatal mental health challenges.
At Illuminate Counselling, our therapists have both the professional AND the lived experience in our specialized areas of practice. We believe this combination – competence and relatability – is key to providing the best possible journey through counselling. An authentic and human experience.
I have been a newcomer (to Ireland, where I lived for 15 years), someone experiencing infertility and mid-life, a parent and a partner.
Want some help with the "shoulds" and "not good enoughs" so you can feel at peace with yourself and with others? Is your mind spinning with the urgent need to solve the problem but you cannot slow down enough to come to a clear solution? Are these thoughts often about how you should do things to meet the expectations of others or of yourself? You keep trying to measure up but you still feel alone or still don't know what you feel, need or want? You must be so tired, but unable stop spinning. Perhaps you are trying to deal with all this and manage a relationship, family and kids? You deserve to feel content.
I have been a newcomer (to Ireland, where I lived for 15 years), someone experiencing infertility and mid-life, a parent and a partner.
Want some help with the "shoulds" and "not good enoughs" so you can feel at peace with yourself and with others? Is your mind spinning with the urgent need to solve the problem but you cannot slow down enough to come to a clear solution? Are these thoughts often about how you should do things to meet the expectations of others or of yourself? You keep trying to measure up but you still feel alone or still don't know what you feel, need or want? You must be so tired, but unable stop spinning. Perhaps you are trying to deal with all this and manage a relationship, family and kids? You deserve to feel content.
I am a Registered Psychologist in BC (1691) and I have twenty years experience. I have an office in Mission, BC. I provide compassionate and effective therapy for issues such as depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorders, addictions, self harm, grief, abuse, health and fitness, aging, life transitions, caregiver stress, dementia, special needs (such as FASD, autism spectrum, etc.). Counselling primarily involves developing a trusting relationship, understanding/exploring what challenges you face, and together, figuring out which approach works best for you and your concerns in effecting positive change in your life.
I am a Registered Psychologist in BC (1691) and I have twenty years experience. I have an office in Mission, BC. I provide compassionate and effective therapy for issues such as depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorders, addictions, self harm, grief, abuse, health and fitness, aging, life transitions, caregiver stress, dementia, special needs (such as FASD, autism spectrum, etc.). Counselling primarily involves developing a trusting relationship, understanding/exploring what challenges you face, and together, figuring out which approach works best for you and your concerns in effecting positive change in your life.
I specialize in working with clients who are struggling with their sense of identity, most often as a result of life changes, health challenges, family/relationship issues, or managing multiple cultural identities. Together, we can navigate through challenges, make sense of past experiences and ease areas you are feeling stuck. I will support you in finding deeper meaning, developing new understandings of yourself, nurturing relationships, and discovering new ways of being that enrich your life.
I specialize in working with clients who are struggling with their sense of identity, most often as a result of life changes, health challenges, family/relationship issues, or managing multiple cultural identities. Together, we can navigate through challenges, make sense of past experiences and ease areas you are feeling stuck. I will support you in finding deeper meaning, developing new understandings of yourself, nurturing relationships, and discovering new ways of being that enrich your life.
Counselling helps to gain self-understanding and create a roadmap for how you'd like your life to be. Ready (or almost ready) to tackle unresolved feelings or undiscovered beliefs, my client is willing to "dip their toe in the water" and take a chance. Clients feel supported, emotionally safe and ultimately in charge of their own process. Grounded in Adlerian Psychology, Anne also offers CBT, EMDR, Brief solution-focused therapy, mind-body approaches & use of self. Groups for separation and divorce, pet loss and textile therapies for anxiety & depression assist clients to re-connect with others & themselves.
Counselling helps to gain self-understanding and create a roadmap for how you'd like your life to be. Ready (or almost ready) to tackle unresolved feelings or undiscovered beliefs, my client is willing to "dip their toe in the water" and take a chance. Clients feel supported, emotionally safe and ultimately in charge of their own process. Grounded in Adlerian Psychology, Anne also offers CBT, EMDR, Brief solution-focused therapy, mind-body approaches & use of self. Groups for separation and divorce, pet loss and textile therapies for anxiety & depression assist clients to re-connect with others & themselves.
There are many times in one person's life where one seeks support and information with resolving personal and psychological difficulties. Seeking counselling at this time will help break isolation and improve coping more effectively and quickly. Finding a good fit with someone is important to the success of the journey. I am trained in Feedback Informed Treatment (FIT) where a client directs the counselling relationship by the feedback they provide. I believe in the right FIT and relationship between client and counsellor to be of great importance in helping a client in counselling.
There are many times in one person's life where one seeks support and information with resolving personal and psychological difficulties. Seeking counselling at this time will help break isolation and improve coping more effectively and quickly. Finding a good fit with someone is important to the success of the journey. I am trained in Feedback Informed Treatment (FIT) where a client directs the counselling relationship by the feedback they provide. I believe in the right FIT and relationship between client and counsellor to be of great importance in helping a client in counselling.
With a warm and thoughtful approach, I am honoured to support clients in gaining insight and building a foundation for healing, self-discovery, and hope. With gentle guidance, important life issues and emotions can be explored. Feelings such as loneliness, grief, and fear can be acknowledged in a way that deepens self-compassion and strengthens resilience.
With a warm and thoughtful approach, I am honoured to support clients in gaining insight and building a foundation for healing, self-discovery, and hope. With gentle guidance, important life issues and emotions can be explored. Feelings such as loneliness, grief, and fear can be acknowledged in a way that deepens self-compassion and strengthens resilience.
Welcome to Coastal Therapy, where your journey to healing and growth begins. I'm here to support you in finding resilience and happiness through compassionate therapy. My experience includes working in diverse therapeutic settings with individuals living with various mental health diagnosis such as depression, anxiety, bipolar and personally disorders and many more. Additionally, I have worked at the Women’s Mental Health Clinic alongside psychiatrists focusing on perinatal & postpartum depression providing one-on-one therapy as well as facilitating group-based therapy.
Welcome to Coastal Therapy, where your journey to healing and growth begins. I'm here to support you in finding resilience and happiness through compassionate therapy. My experience includes working in diverse therapeutic settings with individuals living with various mental health diagnosis such as depression, anxiety, bipolar and personally disorders and many more. Additionally, I have worked at the Women’s Mental Health Clinic alongside psychiatrists focusing on perinatal & postpartum depression providing one-on-one therapy as well as facilitating group-based therapy.
Are you craving a safe space where you can start learning more about yourself and your patterns? Do you find that the same challenges often come up in your life but you aren't sure how to move through them? This is very often what people describe when first coming to therapy. I firmly believe that our adult patterns are the direct result of painful or overwhelming experiences that we had as children. By making connections between the past and the present, we learn how to meaningfully change our lives.
Are you craving a safe space where you can start learning more about yourself and your patterns? Do you find that the same challenges often come up in your life but you aren't sure how to move through them? This is very often what people describe when first coming to therapy. I firmly believe that our adult patterns are the direct result of painful or overwhelming experiences that we had as children. By making connections between the past and the present, we learn how to meaningfully change our lives.
When we get disconnected from ourselves, we get lost. The purpose of therapy is to connect us back to ourselves. My great passion is to show the possibility of healing to people. I help clients find a healthy connection to themselves and have compassion, so they can know themselves as peaceful, whole and safe. I know that no single approach is the right one for every individual. For this reason, I have integrated everything I have learnt into a holistic psychosomatic approach to the treatment of trauma.
When we get disconnected from ourselves, we get lost. The purpose of therapy is to connect us back to ourselves. My great passion is to show the possibility of healing to people. I help clients find a healthy connection to themselves and have compassion, so they can know themselves as peaceful, whole and safe. I know that no single approach is the right one for every individual. For this reason, I have integrated everything I have learnt into a holistic psychosomatic approach to the treatment of trauma.
Jill Culver
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V6G (Online Only)
You deserve to be happy at work! I am a career counsellor who helps confused, burned-out, disillusioned individuals find clarity and hope. I love supporting folks who may not fit into the traditional career boxes because let's face it, not everyone has dreams of being an executive or climbing the corporate ladder! Using a holistic, flexible and creative approach I help folks figure out what is important to them in a career, what strengths they bring to the table, what fits and what doesn't, and how to find happiness and success in any future role. Clients say that they feel grounded and more clear after our work together.
You deserve to be happy at work! I am a career counsellor who helps confused, burned-out, disillusioned individuals find clarity and hope. I love supporting folks who may not fit into the traditional career boxes because let's face it, not everyone has dreams of being an executive or climbing the corporate ladder! Using a holistic, flexible and creative approach I help folks figure out what is important to them in a career, what strengths they bring to the table, what fits and what doesn't, and how to find happiness and success in any future role. Clients say that they feel grounded and more clear after our work together.
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How can infertility affect couples and their relationship?
Clients who are dealing with infertility may experience conflict and communication problems. It’s not unusual for shame, blame, and guilt to arise in cases of infertility, whether the source of the problem is one partner or both. This means that clients are upset and pulling away from their partner just when they need them the most. Some clients may find it difficult to spend time around friends and family who are pregnant. Friends and family can also make hurtful comments that increase tension during this time.
How does therapy for infertility issues work?
The therapist will begin by gathering information about the client or couple and make a treatment plan for their specific concerns. In addition to addressing common mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, and trauma reactions or PTSD, therapists can help clients improve their decision-making and deal with stressors unique to infertility. Some examples include coping with the “two-week wait” before a pregnancy test, the distress associated with a failed attempt or miscarriage, and the shame and blame sometimes associated with reproductive concerns.
What type of therapy is best for infertility issues?
Many therapists offer psychotherapy for individuals and couples who are dealing with infertility issues. Some helpful therapeutic approaches include cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), which can aid clients in reframing negative thoughts about their situation. Expressive writing and art therapy can help clients process difficult feelings. Clients might also benefit from group therapy to experience support from others who are dealing with the same problems.
How long does therapy for infertility issues take?
There is no set length for therapy that addresses infertility or reproductive concerns. Some clients might find it helpful to continue therapy during their pregnancy to have healthy ways to cope with any associated stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma. Some clients who decide not to pursue fertility treatments might benefit from the support of a therapist. The duration of therapy varies depending on the individual client’s specific needs and goals.