Family Therapy in Maple Ridge, BC
I work from a variety of modalities, including: person-centred, solution-focused (SFT), emotion-focused family therapy (EFFT), and I have my Level 1 in both Lifespan Integration and Gottman trainings.
Feeling overwhelmed or stressed? I specialize in supporting youth and adults, including high-achievers and neurodivergent individuals, through life's challenges. Let's manage emotions, build coping skills, and craft YOUR meaningful life together. With a decade of experience in psychiatry at BC Children’s Hospital, I offer diverse modalities like person-centered and solution-focused therapy. As a parent of three, I understand balancing multiple needs. Let's connect and navigate this journey with empathy. Reach out today, and let's navigate this journey together!
I work from a variety of modalities, including: person-centred, solution-focused (SFT), emotion-focused family therapy (EFFT), and I have my Level 1 in both Lifespan Integration and Gottman trainings.
Feeling overwhelmed or stressed? I specialize in supporting youth and adults, including high-achievers and neurodivergent individuals, through life's challenges. Let's manage emotions, build coping skills, and craft YOUR meaningful life together. With a decade of experience in psychiatry at BC Children’s Hospital, I offer diverse modalities like person-centered and solution-focused therapy. As a parent of three, I understand balancing multiple needs. Let's connect and navigate this journey with empathy. Reach out today, and let's navigate this journey together!
In addition, provide family counselling.
I believe in a non-judgemental person centered form of counselling. In particular, I work with children and youth who identify as neurodivergent. Together with parent(s)/and/or caregiver(s) I provide support and care for the daunting challenges that can occur when a person is neurodivergent. I have been working in the school system for over 21 years. I have experience working with children and youth from ages 5-17 as a support teacher and school counsellor. I understand the importance of providing a safe, caring, and secure relationship with all students but particularly with neurodiverse children.
In addition, provide family counselling.
I believe in a non-judgemental person centered form of counselling. In particular, I work with children and youth who identify as neurodivergent. Together with parent(s)/and/or caregiver(s) I provide support and care for the daunting challenges that can occur when a person is neurodivergent. I have been working in the school system for over 21 years. I have experience working with children and youth from ages 5-17 as a support teacher and school counsellor. I understand the importance of providing a safe, caring, and secure relationship with all students but particularly with neurodiverse children.
Andrea Pastoor
Marriage & Family Therapist, Andrea Pastoor, MAMFT, RCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Maple Ridge, BC V2X
As a Marriage and Family therapist I also provide Individual, Family, Couples Therapy with a focus on Family Systems.
I am passionate about walking alongside couples as they navigate the challenges of family life. As an international adoptee, I aim to bring a sense of compassion as I work alongside individuals, children and families in a collaborative and client-centered approach where every individual's voice is heard. I aim to come alongside those with neurodiverse backgrounds and provide a safe, accepting, and warm environment to process life together. I work with various individuals who are working through grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse as well as adoption related concerns such as rejection, identity issues and relational issues
As a Marriage and Family therapist I also provide Individual, Family, Couples Therapy with a focus on Family Systems.
I am passionate about walking alongside couples as they navigate the challenges of family life. As an international adoptee, I aim to bring a sense of compassion as I work alongside individuals, children and families in a collaborative and client-centered approach where every individual's voice is heard. I aim to come alongside those with neurodiverse backgrounds and provide a safe, accepting, and warm environment to process life together. I work with various individuals who are working through grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse as well as adoption related concerns such as rejection, identity issues and relational issues
As an RCC, my practice is focused on helping individuals, couples, and families who feel stuck and powerless, and desire to move forward on their healing journey with a positive mindset. With warmth, empathy, and concern, I work with adults and youth with mental health concerns stemming from childhood trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, and relational trauma, and women who are victims of gender-based violence. I provide counselling to address the impact of trauma that manifests as self-esteem issues, addictions, BPD, family issues, grief and loss, and bicultural identity crises, acculturative stress, and life transitions.
As an RCC, my practice is focused on helping individuals, couples, and families who feel stuck and powerless, and desire to move forward on their healing journey with a positive mindset. With warmth, empathy, and concern, I work with adults and youth with mental health concerns stemming from childhood trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, and relational trauma, and women who are victims of gender-based violence. I provide counselling to address the impact of trauma that manifests as self-esteem issues, addictions, BPD, family issues, grief and loss, and bicultural identity crises, acculturative stress, and life transitions.
Armaghan Esfandiari
Counsellor, MA, RCC, ACS
Verified Verified
Maple Ridge, BC V2X
Waitlist for new clients
In my practice, I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Attachment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Internal Family System Therapy (IFT).
My name is Armaghan, a Registered Clinical Counsellor specializing in Developmental Psychology. I have dedicated my career to helping children, adolescents, and adults who experience challenges like anxiety disorders, depression, and complex trauma. My therapeutic approach focuses on helping clients develop a strong connection between their heart and brain, fostering self-compassion and self-awareness, which ultimately leads to effective solutions.
In my practice, I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Attachment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Internal Family System Therapy (IFT).
My name is Armaghan, a Registered Clinical Counsellor specializing in Developmental Psychology. I have dedicated my career to helping children, adolescents, and adults who experience challenges like anxiety disorders, depression, and complex trauma. My therapeutic approach focuses on helping clients develop a strong connection between their heart and brain, fostering self-compassion and self-awareness, which ultimately leads to effective solutions.
Metta Emergence Counselling
Counsellor, RTC, MTC, RCS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Maple Ridge, BC V2W (Online Only)
For over 20 years we have been passionate about aiding the growth of individuals, couples, and adult family members - supporting them to experience loving, kind, conscious relationships with themselves and others.
Do you find yourself stuck in painful patterns that limit you and your life? Do you struggle in your relationships with your partner, family or others? Do you feel anxiety, depression, or other feelings that impact your enjoyment of life, relationships or career? Many areas of our lives can sometimes feel difficult. When we are unable to find ways through these moments, we can be left disappointed, confused, and frustrated.
For over 20 years we have been passionate about aiding the growth of individuals, couples, and adult family members - supporting them to experience loving, kind, conscious relationships with themselves and others.
Do you find yourself stuck in painful patterns that limit you and your life? Do you struggle in your relationships with your partner, family or others? Do you feel anxiety, depression, or other feelings that impact your enjoyment of life, relationships or career? Many areas of our lives can sometimes feel difficult. When we are unable to find ways through these moments, we can be left disappointed, confused, and frustrated.
My past experience working in addictions has given me a deep understanding of trauma and the impacts of family patterns of dysfunction.
You deserve to feel good about yourself. Even if that feels completely impossible right now. Even if a mean little gremlin of an inner critic has been telling you otherwise, maybe for your whole life. So many things get in the way when it comes to how we feel about ourselves and our lives - stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, dysfunctional relationships, toxic work environments, isolation, etc. It can feel like a million boulders piling up on top of you until you can't even see which way is up. I've been there and counselling was one of the things that helped me find the light again. The journey is easier with support.
My past experience working in addictions has given me a deep understanding of trauma and the impacts of family patterns of dysfunction.
You deserve to feel good about yourself. Even if that feels completely impossible right now. Even if a mean little gremlin of an inner critic has been telling you otherwise, maybe for your whole life. So many things get in the way when it comes to how we feel about ourselves and our lives - stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, dysfunctional relationships, toxic work environments, isolation, etc. It can feel like a million boulders piling up on top of you until you can't even see which way is up. I've been there and counselling was one of the things that helped me find the light again. The journey is easier with support.
I use a strength-based, solution-focused, client-centred practice that draws from Internal Family Systems.
Modern life is very challenging and there are many reasons that might have brought you here looking for counselling. Whether you are dealing with a crisis, at a crossroads, or you just want to heighten your wellbeing, the hardest step can be making the move and reaching out. We can be struggling with the challenges of daily life, big transitions, unmet expectations, difficult relationships, and past trauma. Maybe you struggle with anxiety, people pleasing, having a hard time setting boundaries and saying no. You might be using coping methods that aren’t as effective as they once were.
I use a strength-based, solution-focused, client-centred practice that draws from Internal Family Systems.
Modern life is very challenging and there are many reasons that might have brought you here looking for counselling. Whether you are dealing with a crisis, at a crossroads, or you just want to heighten your wellbeing, the hardest step can be making the move and reaching out. We can be struggling with the challenges of daily life, big transitions, unmet expectations, difficult relationships, and past trauma. Maybe you struggle with anxiety, people pleasing, having a hard time setting boundaries and saying no. You might be using coping methods that aren’t as effective as they once were.
Let me pour you a cup of warm tea or coffee, while we sit & talk. Therapy doesn’t have to be a daunting, scary or lonely process. Together, we'll sit & look at your past experiences, how they're affecting you today & what you can do to move towards a life where you feel more fulfilment & happiness, while bringing calm & peace in the process. We aren't meant to surrender to conflict ridden relationships, or to live a life where our grief or past traumas keep us from from truly living or feeling alone. Relationships with our parents, partners, family, friends or coworkers don't have to leave us frustrated & doubting ourselves.
Let me pour you a cup of warm tea or coffee, while we sit & talk. Therapy doesn’t have to be a daunting, scary or lonely process. Together, we'll sit & look at your past experiences, how they're affecting you today & what you can do to move towards a life where you feel more fulfilment & happiness, while bringing calm & peace in the process. We aren't meant to surrender to conflict ridden relationships, or to live a life where our grief or past traumas keep us from from truly living or feeling alone. Relationships with our parents, partners, family, friends or coworkers don't have to leave us frustrated & doubting ourselves.
LD Counselling & Consulting
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maple Ridge, BC V2X
I specialize in helping children aged 0-12, along with their families. When kiddos experience trauma, their brains do their best to keep them safe, but this often results in behaviours and circumstances that are very challenging. I take a systems-level approach, speaking with family members, school teams, doctors, and whoever else I am given consent to collaborate with, so that all of us can be on the same page about interventions and strategies. If a child sees all of the adults in their world working together to care for them, they thrive. It takes a village to help a family. I hope you'll consider me for your village!
I specialize in helping children aged 0-12, along with their families. When kiddos experience trauma, their brains do their best to keep them safe, but this often results in behaviours and circumstances that are very challenging. I take a systems-level approach, speaking with family members, school teams, doctors, and whoever else I am given consent to collaborate with, so that all of us can be on the same page about interventions and strategies. If a child sees all of the adults in their world working together to care for them, they thrive. It takes a village to help a family. I hope you'll consider me for your village!
I also have experience working in addictions counselling and have, more generally, worked with adults and youth addressing a wide variety of life and family challenges.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (#10205) with the B.C. Association of Clinical Counsellors. I offer individual and couple's counselling services addressing a diverse array of life challenges. I draw from several modalities including cognitive behavioural, dialectical behavioural, Adlerian, narrative and emotion focused therapies. My counselling style is underpinned by the belief that you, the client, are the expert in your own life. I will work with you in a solution focused, goal oriented way in an effort to understand your goals and hopes for counselling. Together, we will work to meet your goals and make tangible, concrete progress towards them.
I also have experience working in addictions counselling and have, more generally, worked with adults and youth addressing a wide variety of life and family challenges.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (#10205) with the B.C. Association of Clinical Counsellors. I offer individual and couple's counselling services addressing a diverse array of life challenges. I draw from several modalities including cognitive behavioural, dialectical behavioural, Adlerian, narrative and emotion focused therapies. My counselling style is underpinned by the belief that you, the client, are the expert in your own life. I will work with you in a solution focused, goal oriented way in an effort to understand your goals and hopes for counselling. Together, we will work to meet your goals and make tangible, concrete progress towards them.
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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.
Relationship, Couples & Marriage Counselling, and Trauma Therapy, are our areas of expertise, with some of our counsellors having done this for more than 30+ years! We can also help you if you are struggling with parenting, depression, anxiety, stress, self-esteem issues, grief, finding meaning and purpose in life, and balancing work and family life.
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.
Relationship, Couples & Marriage Counselling, and Trauma Therapy, are our areas of expertise, with some of our counsellors having done this for more than 30+ years! We can also help you if you are struggling with parenting, depression, anxiety, stress, self-esteem issues, grief, finding meaning and purpose in life, and balancing work and family life.
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.
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.
Jennifer Michaud & Associates INC.
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Maple Ridge, BC V2W
This includes Individual, Children & Youth, Family & Couples Counselling.
The largest comfort that counselling can bring is space for connection. Connection back to yourself, your relationships and the world around you. The counselling experience is tailored to your specific needs in efforts to achieve health, balance and happiness. You set the pace at which you feel most comfortable with, whether that's jumping into the deep end right away and tackling the hard stuff or gently wading in the shallow end. It's your journey & your timeline.
This includes Individual, Children & Youth, Family & Couples Counselling.
The largest comfort that counselling can bring is space for connection. Connection back to yourself, your relationships and the world around you. The counselling experience is tailored to your specific needs in efforts to achieve health, balance and happiness. You set the pace at which you feel most comfortable with, whether that's jumping into the deep end right away and tackling the hard stuff or gently wading in the shallow end. It's your journey & your timeline.
Soulful Solutions Counselling & Consultancy
Counsellor, BSc Hon, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
Maple Ridge, BC V2X
I am very eclectic, but also apply CBT, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness, and Family Systems therapies to help my clients heal their pain and suffering.
Sometimes life can feel hectic and overwhelming. Whether you're experiencing depression, anxiety, loneliness, addiction, divorce, injustice, stagnant decision-making, lack of coping, grief or loss, I am here to help. You seek harmony, you seek emotional equilibrium, and most of all you seek peace. I understand the intense difficulties of life you may be facing, and can help you shift from a place of suffering to a place of rational calm to help you manouvre through the storm you are feeling. In the words of Rumi, "Do not feel lonely, the entire universe is inside you," and I can help you find new opportunities to feel better.
I am very eclectic, but also apply CBT, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness, and Family Systems therapies to help my clients heal their pain and suffering.
Sometimes life can feel hectic and overwhelming. Whether you're experiencing depression, anxiety, loneliness, addiction, divorce, injustice, stagnant decision-making, lack of coping, grief or loss, I am here to help. You seek harmony, you seek emotional equilibrium, and most of all you seek peace. I understand the intense difficulties of life you may be facing, and can help you shift from a place of suffering to a place of rational calm to help you manouvre through the storm you are feeling. In the words of Rumi, "Do not feel lonely, the entire universe is inside you," and I can help you find new opportunities to feel better.
Not all Binges are a Choice. The exact cause of BED is unknown, but chemicals in the brain, family history and certain life experiences may play a role in Binge Eating Disorder. BED often begins in the late teens or early 20s. BED affects slightly more women than men. About 40% of those with BED are male. I believe we “know” when our eating behavior is off and that dieting will not resolve the underlying anxiety. There is help, I’ve been there.
Not all Binges are a Choice. The exact cause of BED is unknown, but chemicals in the brain, family history and certain life experiences may play a role in Binge Eating Disorder. BED often begins in the late teens or early 20s. BED affects slightly more women than men. About 40% of those with BED are male. I believe we “know” when our eating behavior is off and that dieting will not resolve the underlying anxiety. There is help, I’ve been there.
Janyse Hrynkow MA CCC & Associates (Ahha)
Marriage & Family Therapist, ECE, BA, PSYC, MA, CPsych
Verified Verified
Maple Ridge, BC V2X
I have a number of specialities and extensive experience with anxiety, depression, loss, relationships enhancement, marriage, adjustments disorders, enhancing and building self-esteem and individuating from the family of origin.
Are you an individual who wants to feel better and know where they are going in life? Do you want to learn how to move past those frustrating moments dealing with family issues and develop a great sense of who you are and feel clear about your purpose? Learning about relationships is learning about the part you play so you can develop skills and create more harmony, connect with your inner strengths and resources to create new patterns, and live more fully. I work with you and various therapeutic methods to meet your needs that result in increased strength, creative energy, and skill development so you can feel successful.
I have a number of specialities and extensive experience with anxiety, depression, loss, relationships enhancement, marriage, adjustments disorders, enhancing and building self-esteem and individuating from the family of origin.
Are you an individual who wants to feel better and know where they are going in life? Do you want to learn how to move past those frustrating moments dealing with family issues and develop a great sense of who you are and feel clear about your purpose? Learning about relationships is learning about the part you play so you can develop skills and create more harmony, connect with your inner strengths and resources to create new patterns, and live more fully. I work with you and various therapeutic methods to meet your needs that result in increased strength, creative energy, and skill development so you can feel successful.
My approach includes leveraging neuroscience through modalities like Internal Family Systems, CBT, attachment-style, and somatic-based approaches, that best fit your needs.
Living an examined life is not easy but the journey of understanding oneself is incredibly rewarding. If you find yourself repeating unhelpful patterns or struggling to work through emotions, then you've come to the right person. Perhaps you've experienced trauma or difficult relationships, or maybe you are looking for more out of your life and can't seem to find your way. Whether you're navigating personal relationships, learning to love yourself more fully, or trying to make sense of your own mental health, I can help. "Troubled? Then stay with me, for I am not." - Hafez
My approach includes leveraging neuroscience through modalities like Internal Family Systems, CBT, attachment-style, and somatic-based approaches, that best fit your needs.
Living an examined life is not easy but the journey of understanding oneself is incredibly rewarding. If you find yourself repeating unhelpful patterns or struggling to work through emotions, then you've come to the right person. Perhaps you've experienced trauma or difficult relationships, or maybe you are looking for more out of your life and can't seem to find your way. Whether you're navigating personal relationships, learning to love yourself more fully, or trying to make sense of your own mental health, I can help. "Troubled? Then stay with me, for I am not." - Hafez
I am a qualified Family Based Therapy and Family Systems Therapist I will help youth who are struggling with food and weight management issues.
I believe that all youth have the right to express their "true selves" and will help convey this to their families. Whatever their gender or sexual orientation.I also have great compassion for youth who are struggling with their body image or their food. I am happy to help them find balance and a way to move forward in their time of difficulty. I have 20 years experience in this field and good success with weight and health restoration.
I am a qualified Family Based Therapy and Family Systems Therapist I will help youth who are struggling with food and weight management issues.
I believe that all youth have the right to express their "true selves" and will help convey this to their families. Whatever their gender or sexual orientation.I also have great compassion for youth who are struggling with their body image or their food. I am happy to help them find balance and a way to move forward in their time of difficulty. I have 20 years experience in this field and good success with weight and health restoration.
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Family Therapy Counsellors
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.