Play Therapy in Coquitlam, BC
Hi! My name is Carolina Hall and I am a Registered Psychologist practicing in Alberta (Medicine Hat) and BC (Lower-mainland). I provide counselling, consulting and assessment services. I specialize in working with children, teens, adults and their families. I have extensive training in play therapy and am a Certified Play Therapy Supervisor. I also use such modalities as CBT, DBT, EMDR and Emotion-Focused Therapy. I provide consultation for children who have behavioral and/or emotional issues. As well as complete Autism, ADHD (socio-emotional) and Psycho-Educational Assessments.
Hi! My name is Carolina Hall and I am a Registered Psychologist practicing in Alberta (Medicine Hat) and BC (Lower-mainland). I provide counselling, consulting and assessment services. I specialize in working with children, teens, adults and their families. I have extensive training in play therapy and am a Certified Play Therapy Supervisor. I also use such modalities as CBT, DBT, EMDR and Emotion-Focused Therapy. I provide consultation for children who have behavioral and/or emotional issues. As well as complete Autism, ADHD (socio-emotional) and Psycho-Educational Assessments.
Sarah MacDonell - Bright Minds Counselling
Counsellor, RPC, AC-EPT, MBSR-P
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Coquitlam, BC V3B
The use of Play and Expressive Therapy, as well as talk-therapy (for teens), allows your child to move through life’s challenges by promoting self-awareness and distress tolerance.
Your child is struggling. Let’s find a solution that eases their pain and gives them (and you) tools to move forward. Whether anxiety, self-harm or anger outbursts - all behaviour serves a purpose. By uncovering why your child relies on certain behaviours, we, as a team, can work to reduce their distress and move toward growth. We help children and adolescents learn to cope with life’s difficulties in a way that fosters confidence and builds trust in their own capabilities. My mission is to support and empower children to effectively achieve personal growth, to acknowledge and bear witness to the experiences of their life.
The use of Play and Expressive Therapy, as well as talk-therapy (for teens), allows your child to move through life’s challenges by promoting self-awareness and distress tolerance.
Your child is struggling. Let’s find a solution that eases their pain and gives them (and you) tools to move forward. Whether anxiety, self-harm or anger outbursts - all behaviour serves a purpose. By uncovering why your child relies on certain behaviours, we, as a team, can work to reduce their distress and move toward growth. We help children and adolescents learn to cope with life’s difficulties in a way that fosters confidence and builds trust in their own capabilities. My mission is to support and empower children to effectively achieve personal growth, to acknowledge and bear witness to the experiences of their life.
For teens and younger clients, I utilize expressive mediums, nature, and play-based methods to facilitate emotional expression and connection.
Do you find yourself overwhelmed with stress, parenting & emotional challenges or are you seeking support for your child or teen who is struggling? I’m a Registered Counsellor specializing in a holistic approach that integrates mindfulness, compassion & trauma-informed care to support individuals, teens, children, parents & caregivers on their journey to healing and growth. At the heart of my practice is a commitment to client centred care, mindfulness and compassion. I help clients explore their struggles with curiosity and kindness while helping them enhance their self-awareness, reduce stress, and build emotional resilience.
For teens and younger clients, I utilize expressive mediums, nature, and play-based methods to facilitate emotional expression and connection.
Do you find yourself overwhelmed with stress, parenting & emotional challenges or are you seeking support for your child or teen who is struggling? I’m a Registered Counsellor specializing in a holistic approach that integrates mindfulness, compassion & trauma-informed care to support individuals, teens, children, parents & caregivers on their journey to healing and growth. At the heart of my practice is a commitment to client centred care, mindfulness and compassion. I help clients explore their struggles with curiosity and kindness while helping them enhance their self-awareness, reduce stress, and build emotional resilience.
At Stellar Counselling, we offer play therapy, expressive arts, and acceptance and commitment therapy for kids tailored specifically to the unique needs of your child.
Is your child struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, or autism that is affecting their behaviour, causing challenges at school, or impacting their motivation? As a parent, this can feel feel overwhelming. Whether your child has been dealing with these issues for sometime or they are recently diagnosed, I am here to help your child work through their feelings and emotions and develop new strategies on how to manage those feelings. By working together with you, the parent, I will offer strategies that you will be able to take home to help your child make the changes we work on in our sessions.
At Stellar Counselling, we offer play therapy, expressive arts, and acceptance and commitment therapy for kids tailored specifically to the unique needs of your child.
Is your child struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, or autism that is affecting their behaviour, causing challenges at school, or impacting their motivation? As a parent, this can feel feel overwhelming. Whether your child has been dealing with these issues for sometime or they are recently diagnosed, I am here to help your child work through their feelings and emotions and develop new strategies on how to manage those feelings. By working together with you, the parent, I will offer strategies that you will be able to take home to help your child make the changes we work on in our sessions.
Kurina Plaha - Healing Hearts Therapy
Counsellor, RPC-c
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Coquitlam, BC V3B
Play and Expressive Therapy, along with talk therapy for youth, are used to assist your child in dealing with life's challenges by promoting self-awareness and autonomy.
Is your child facing challenges, leaving you in search of solutions? Together, we can uncover ways to ease their struggles and equip both them and you with the tools needed to move forward. Whether it's managing anxiety, addressing self-esteem issues, or dealing with anger outbursts, it's essential to remember that every behaviour serves a purpose. By exploring the underlying reasons behind your child's actions, we can collaborate to reduce their distress and foster growth. My mission is to empower children and youth to navigate life's challenges effectively, fostering confidence and self-trust along the way.
Play and Expressive Therapy, along with talk therapy for youth, are used to assist your child in dealing with life's challenges by promoting self-awareness and autonomy.
Is your child facing challenges, leaving you in search of solutions? Together, we can uncover ways to ease their struggles and equip both them and you with the tools needed to move forward. Whether it's managing anxiety, addressing self-esteem issues, or dealing with anger outbursts, it's essential to remember that every behaviour serves a purpose. By exploring the underlying reasons behind your child's actions, we can collaborate to reduce their distress and foster growth. My mission is to empower children and youth to navigate life's challenges effectively, fostering confidence and self-trust along the way.
With children we use toys and games as play/art therapy has proven to be an effective way to help kids.
Are you a parent worried that your child might be struggling? Are you considering that your teen might need extra support? Are you a parent in the midst of family changes who needs extra tools to support your kids? We got you. Strong Ties – Child & Family Services is a specialized counselling clinic that focuses on helping children, adolescents and families. Some of the issues we focus on include behavioural issues, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, ODD, anger, trauma, relationship/school issues, and separation/divorce.
With children we use toys and games as play/art therapy has proven to be an effective way to help kids.
Are you a parent worried that your child might be struggling? Are you considering that your teen might need extra support? Are you a parent in the midst of family changes who needs extra tools to support your kids? We got you. Strong Ties – Child & Family Services is a specialized counselling clinic that focuses on helping children, adolescents and families. Some of the issues we focus on include behavioural issues, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, ODD, anger, trauma, relationship/school issues, and separation/divorce.
Strong Ties - Child & Family Services
Counsellor, MA, RCC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Coquitlam, BC V3B
With children we use play and expressive therapy; our play room has a variety of toys, games, and art material that kids enjoy.
Are you a parent worried that your child might be struggling? Are you considering that your teen might need extra support? Are you a parent in the midst of family changes who needs extra tools to support your kids? We got you. Strong Ties – Child & Family Services is a specialized counselling clinic that focuses on helping children, adolescents and families. Some of the issues we focus on include behavioural issues, anxiety, depression, ADHD, ODD, anger, trauma, relationship/school issues, and separation/divorce.
With children we use play and expressive therapy; our play room has a variety of toys, games, and art material that kids enjoy.
Are you a parent worried that your child might be struggling? Are you considering that your teen might need extra support? Are you a parent in the midst of family changes who needs extra tools to support your kids? We got you. Strong Ties – Child & Family Services is a specialized counselling clinic that focuses on helping children, adolescents and families. Some of the issues we focus on include behavioural issues, anxiety, depression, ADHD, ODD, anger, trauma, relationship/school issues, and separation/divorce.
Being a Chinese-Canadian myself I am particularly sensitive to cultural issues that may play a part in one's adjustment to a new environment.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with over 20 years of experience offering individual, couple and family therapy in Burnaby and the Tri-Cities. I believe therapy can be very helpful for individuals who want to move beyond their challenges and are willing to make changes to improve their quality of life. In therapy people may learn new skills, expand their coping strategies and increase self-understanding. By doing so they can enhance their functioning, develop more satisfying relationships and a more meaningful life.
Being a Chinese-Canadian myself I am particularly sensitive to cultural issues that may play a part in one's adjustment to a new environment.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with over 20 years of experience offering individual, couple and family therapy in Burnaby and the Tri-Cities. I believe therapy can be very helpful for individuals who want to move beyond their challenges and are willing to make changes to improve their quality of life. In therapy people may learn new skills, expand their coping strategies and increase self-understanding. By doing so they can enhance their functioning, develop more satisfying relationships and a more meaningful life.
Tamana Shahsamand Counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Coquitlam, BC V3B
My therapeutic approach is integrative, utilizing a combination of CBT, ACT, SFT, mindfulness, art and play therapy.
You may find yourself dealing with challenges that have altered the structure of your life, as you knew it before. When things around us change, we can sometimes feel overwhelmed by the unknown and not feel prepared to adjust to new realities. These factors can trigger different emotions making us feel stuck or not able to move forward. My area of focus is diverse and includes; anxiety, depression, addiction, low self-esteem, grief, loss, unexpected life changes, crises, relationship issues, difficult family dynamics, health challenges, work, and school stress. My aim remains steadfast in helping clients find healthy ways to cope.
My therapeutic approach is integrative, utilizing a combination of CBT, ACT, SFT, mindfulness, art and play therapy.
You may find yourself dealing with challenges that have altered the structure of your life, as you knew it before. When things around us change, we can sometimes feel overwhelmed by the unknown and not feel prepared to adjust to new realities. These factors can trigger different emotions making us feel stuck or not able to move forward. My area of focus is diverse and includes; anxiety, depression, addiction, low self-esteem, grief, loss, unexpected life changes, crises, relationship issues, difficult family dynamics, health challenges, work, and school stress. My aim remains steadfast in helping clients find healthy ways to cope.
Hi! My name is Darja (Dar-ee-ya) and I am passionate about working alongside people of all ages to create a therapeutic space where you can feel seen, heard, and safe enough to explore your challenges and re-discover your inherent strengths, gifts, and resilience. As an intern counsellor, I strive to adopt a shame-free, non-judgemental and curious approach to connect with you so you can begin to experience yourself with more honesty, compassion, understanding, and grace, and expand the possibilities of who you can be and what you can do.
Hi! My name is Darja (Dar-ee-ya) and I am passionate about working alongside people of all ages to create a therapeutic space where you can feel seen, heard, and safe enough to explore your challenges and re-discover your inherent strengths, gifts, and resilience. As an intern counsellor, I strive to adopt a shame-free, non-judgemental and curious approach to connect with you so you can begin to experience yourself with more honesty, compassion, understanding, and grace, and expand the possibilities of who you can be and what you can do.
It is tough to see your child in emotional pain without knowing how to help. I have over 20 years of experience as a counsellor and have helped children like yours find their joy again. I have helped kids with issues like anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, divorce, school refusal, and behaviour problems. I have a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental approach when working with children and their families.
It is tough to see your child in emotional pain without knowing how to help. I have over 20 years of experience as a counsellor and have helped children like yours find their joy again. I have helped kids with issues like anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, divorce, school refusal, and behaviour problems. I have a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental approach when working with children and their families.
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I enjoy working with people, both children, youth and adults. If you are feeling stress, distress or having difficulties managing a relationship in your life, family issues or conflicts or a loss, I would be happy to help you find that peace and calm that can bring you back to feeling joy and hope in your life. In my experience people often have the answers and the resources within themselves that they discover through counselling. I have extensive experience with mental health and addiction and the families, and autism, couples, and families and would love to work with you in finding the help you are looking for.
I enjoy working with people, both children, youth and adults. If you are feeling stress, distress or having difficulties managing a relationship in your life, family issues or conflicts or a loss, I would be happy to help you find that peace and calm that can bring you back to feeling joy and hope in your life. In my experience people often have the answers and the resources within themselves that they discover through counselling. I have extensive experience with mental health and addiction and the families, and autism, couples, and families and would love to work with you in finding the help you are looking for.
Husain is a strength based and multicultural Registered Clinical Counselor (RCC) with experience working with adults, children & youth. Husain provides care for anxiety, panic attacks, mood disorders, depression, grief, trauma, stress-related disorders, brain injuries, relationship issues, substance misuse, PTSD, ADHD and/or bipolar disorders. Husain currently works at Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) as a Mental Health Substance Use therapist and works with complex clinical health cases. Husain also provides specific counselling to victims of assault and/or injury. This includes ICBC or CVAP clients.
Husain is a strength based and multicultural Registered Clinical Counselor (RCC) with experience working with adults, children & youth. Husain provides care for anxiety, panic attacks, mood disorders, depression, grief, trauma, stress-related disorders, brain injuries, relationship issues, substance misuse, PTSD, ADHD and/or bipolar disorders. Husain currently works at Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) as a Mental Health Substance Use therapist and works with complex clinical health cases. Husain also provides specific counselling to victims of assault and/or injury. This includes ICBC or CVAP clients.
Most of us are yearning for more out of life and our relationships. We yearn for more freedom, more choice, more love, more adventure, more willingness to risk, more contribution, more peace, more belonging. Clients say that as a result of seeing me for therapy, they experience themselves as having a renewed sense of purpose, direction, more freedom, peace, energy, vitality and a stronger connection to their own life force. I am unique from others in my field because I have devoted my life to learning how to help my clients actually transform what is holding them back rather than just talking about it.
Most of us are yearning for more out of life and our relationships. We yearn for more freedom, more choice, more love, more adventure, more willingness to risk, more contribution, more peace, more belonging. Clients say that as a result of seeing me for therapy, they experience themselves as having a renewed sense of purpose, direction, more freedom, peace, energy, vitality and a stronger connection to their own life force. I am unique from others in my field because I have devoted my life to learning how to help my clients actually transform what is holding them back rather than just talking about it.
Dr. Shaista Kaba Fatehali- Thrive Kids Counselling
Licensed Professional Counsellor, PhD, MA, BA, BEd, RTC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Coquitlam, BC V3B
Parenting is one of the most fulfilling yet challenging jobs that one can have- and it does not have to be done alone. I a firm believer of accessing your " people" so that you and your child can feel a sense of support and well-being. If you are here, you are considering someone to be part of your support system and I would be honoured to be one of your "people." At Thrive Kids, we work with children and youth to support their psychological well-being and help them to do their best emotionally, socially and academically so that they can THRIVE. We are here to hold space for all of you.
Parenting is one of the most fulfilling yet challenging jobs that one can have- and it does not have to be done alone. I a firm believer of accessing your " people" so that you and your child can feel a sense of support and well-being. If you are here, you are considering someone to be part of your support system and I would be honoured to be one of your "people." At Thrive Kids, we work with children and youth to support their psychological well-being and help them to do their best emotionally, socially and academically so that they can THRIVE. We are here to hold space for all of you.
With over 10 years of professional experience, I have had the privilege of assisting individuals, couples, and families from diverse cultural backgrounds who have encountered trauma-related challenges resulting in conditions such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, and grief. My specialization lies in employing an integrative approach to ensure that every client receives personalized and empathetic care. As a trauma-informed counselor, I firmly believe in the unique strengths and narratives that each individual carries, recognizing the intrinsic value of their life journey in shaping their present circumstances.
With over 10 years of professional experience, I have had the privilege of assisting individuals, couples, and families from diverse cultural backgrounds who have encountered trauma-related challenges resulting in conditions such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, and grief. My specialization lies in employing an integrative approach to ensure that every client receives personalized and empathetic care. As a trauma-informed counselor, I firmly believe in the unique strengths and narratives that each individual carries, recognizing the intrinsic value of their life journey in shaping their present circumstances.
Immediate weekend and evening availability for new clients in Vancouver, Coquitlam, Cobble Hill and Maple Ridge. We are compassionate, experienced and effective multi-cultural, neuro-diversity affirming Relationship and Trauma counsellors who have served our community for many years. If you are in conflict with the significant people in your life or have experienced a traumatic event in the past that you are still struggling with today, look no further. We will work with you to access your inner resources to heal and to empower you to build healthy, peaceful and loving relationships, and to make meaningful connections with others.
Immediate weekend and evening availability for new clients in Vancouver, Coquitlam, Cobble Hill and Maple Ridge. We are compassionate, experienced and effective multi-cultural, neuro-diversity affirming Relationship and Trauma counsellors who have served our community for many years. If you are in conflict with the significant people in your life or have experienced a traumatic event in the past that you are still struggling with today, look no further. We will work with you to access your inner resources to heal and to empower you to build healthy, peaceful and loving relationships, and to make meaningful connections with others.
With over six years of experience as a middle school teacher and learning support teacher for students with disabilities, I bring a deep understanding of adolescent development and the unique challenges faced by young individuals. I am passionate about sports, particularly golf, skiing, and soccer. I coach soccer at an elite level, working with top youth players and leading an elite women’s team, which has allowed me to develop a keen sense of teamwork and leadership that I bring into my counselling practice. My ideal client is open minded and willing to work as part of a team, trying different techniques to achieve their goals.
With over six years of experience as a middle school teacher and learning support teacher for students with disabilities, I bring a deep understanding of adolescent development and the unique challenges faced by young individuals. I am passionate about sports, particularly golf, skiing, and soccer. I coach soccer at an elite level, working with top youth players and leading an elite women’s team, which has allowed me to develop a keen sense of teamwork and leadership that I bring into my counselling practice. My ideal client is open minded and willing to work as part of a team, trying different techniques to achieve their goals.
If you are facing challenges such as ADHD, autism, addiction, anxiety, depression, PTSD/complex trauma, Neurofeedback therapy might be a viable option for you. Neurofeedback is a type of treatment that aims to balance the brain's activity and enhance its peak performance. This non-invasive treatment involves monitoring your brain waves and providing feedback to help you learn how to regulate your brain function. Neurofeedback therapy has been shown to be effective in treating a wide range of conditions, including anxiety, depression, and ADHD.After your initial consultation, we will create a personalized treatment plan for you.
If you are facing challenges such as ADHD, autism, addiction, anxiety, depression, PTSD/complex trauma, Neurofeedback therapy might be a viable option for you. Neurofeedback is a type of treatment that aims to balance the brain's activity and enhance its peak performance. This non-invasive treatment involves monitoring your brain waves and providing feedback to help you learn how to regulate your brain function. Neurofeedback therapy has been shown to be effective in treating a wide range of conditions, including anxiety, depression, and ADHD.After your initial consultation, we will create a personalized treatment plan for you.
I value inclusivity and aim to cultivate a culture of compassionate curiosity in my sessions. I strive to provide a non-judgmental and safe space for my clients, fostering positive changes. I work collaboratively with my clients to create a tailored plan that meets their unique needs. With a flexible approach in my sessions, regardless of the modality and often incorporating humour, I address clients’ concerns, help them uncover their strengths, and support them in achieving their goals. I believe in the transformative power of therapeutic connection and support, which can facilitate healing and personal growth for anyone.
I value inclusivity and aim to cultivate a culture of compassionate curiosity in my sessions. I strive to provide a non-judgmental and safe space for my clients, fostering positive changes. I work collaboratively with my clients to create a tailored plan that meets their unique needs. With a flexible approach in my sessions, regardless of the modality and often incorporating humour, I address clients’ concerns, help them uncover their strengths, and support them in achieving their goals. I believe in the transformative power of therapeutic connection and support, which can facilitate healing and personal growth for anyone.
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Play Therapy Counsellors
Who is play therapy for?
Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioural difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.
Why do people need play therapy?
Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behaviour and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.
What happens in play therapy?
A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.
What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?
Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.
How long does play therapy last?
Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behaviour.