Attachment-based Therapists in Port Coquitlam, BC
With families, Lindi uses an attachment-based perspective to help parents find healthier and more effective ways to support children with complex behavioural issues and challenging communication patterns.
Lindi Setiloane is a Registered Clinical Counsellor. She provides evidence-based therapy to individuals, couples and families and has a broad range of experience working with issues such as, anxiety, stress, parenting challenges, behavioural problems, relationship concerns, and life transitions. Lindi offers strength-based therapy to those who are having difficulty expressing and/or managing emotions, experiencing adjustment issues, struggling with self-esteem, identity issues, impaired functioning, and lack of purpose or meaning in life.
With families, Lindi uses an attachment-based perspective to help parents find healthier and more effective ways to support children with complex behavioural issues and challenging communication patterns.
Lindi Setiloane is a Registered Clinical Counsellor. She provides evidence-based therapy to individuals, couples and families and has a broad range of experience working with issues such as, anxiety, stress, parenting challenges, behavioural problems, relationship concerns, and life transitions. Lindi offers strength-based therapy to those who are having difficulty expressing and/or managing emotions, experiencing adjustment issues, struggling with self-esteem, identity issues, impaired functioning, and lack of purpose or meaning in life.
Our clinical practice provides comprehensive care from an attachment-based perspective, to individuals, couples and families, with a particular focus on betrayal trauma and addiction recovery (including sex/pornography).
Now accepting new clients! Welcome to Lost & Found Counselling. We are a virtual therapy clinic and our team, Lindsay, Tammy, Katlin & Zoë, specializes in relationship reconnection and repair. Perhaps you are trying to cope with the gut wrenching symptoms of betrayal trauma. Maybe you are trying to figure out how to heal your relationship after infidelity (or determine if you even want to!). Maybe you are wanting to re-create your life after divorce. Or perhaps you are hoping to build your self-esteem, learn to trust, improve communication, or recover from addiction in order to have a a more meaningful relationship with yourself.
Our clinical practice provides comprehensive care from an attachment-based perspective, to individuals, couples and families, with a particular focus on betrayal trauma and addiction recovery (including sex/pornography).
Now accepting new clients! Welcome to Lost & Found Counselling. We are a virtual therapy clinic and our team, Lindsay, Tammy, Katlin & Zoë, specializes in relationship reconnection and repair. Perhaps you are trying to cope with the gut wrenching symptoms of betrayal trauma. Maybe you are trying to figure out how to heal your relationship after infidelity (or determine if you even want to!). Maybe you are wanting to re-create your life after divorce. Or perhaps you are hoping to build your self-esteem, learn to trust, improve communication, or recover from addiction in order to have a a more meaningful relationship with yourself.
Metamorphose Counselling and Consultation Ltd.
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Coquitlam, BC V3C
Metamorphose Counselling and Consultation Ltd. focuses on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging, we are a Black-owned and operated business with passionate people employing their talents and strengths, providing tools and resources to enable all groups and people navigating a transition to grow; by providing a safe space for them to share their stories, without fear and judgement, to aid in their transformation.
Metamorphose Counselling and Consultation Ltd. focuses on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging, we are a Black-owned and operated business with passionate people employing their talents and strengths, providing tools and resources to enable all groups and people navigating a transition to grow; by providing a safe space for them to share their stories, without fear and judgement, to aid in their transformation.
Are you navigating a life transition & feeling uncertain about the next steps? You may have a vision for where you want to go but find yourself weighed down by complex emotions like anxiety, shame, guilt, or self-doubt. This could be the perfect place to start our journey together. I specialize in supporting individuals through life's pivotal moments, helping you make sense of the emotional complexities that come with change. Whether you're facing the aftermath of a breakup, work burnout, school -work transition,addiction recovery. planning a family, navigating cultural challenges,or exploring your identity, I’m here to empower you.
Are you navigating a life transition & feeling uncertain about the next steps? You may have a vision for where you want to go but find yourself weighed down by complex emotions like anxiety, shame, guilt, or self-doubt. This could be the perfect place to start our journey together. I specialize in supporting individuals through life's pivotal moments, helping you make sense of the emotional complexities that come with change. Whether you're facing the aftermath of a breakup, work burnout, school -work transition,addiction recovery. planning a family, navigating cultural challenges,or exploring your identity, I’m here to empower you.
Wiseheart Counselling - Jane St Claire
Counsellor, RTC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Port Coquitlam, BC V3C
Have you been feeling lately like life shouldn’t be so hard? Do you ever feel like your upbringing didn’t equip you with the coping and communication skills you need to create the kind of life you want? Are you walking on eggshells in your relationships because you don’t know how to address the big underlying issues? Do you feel overwhelmed – even physically – in the face of your daily tasks and stressors? You are not alone. And I can help.
Have you been feeling lately like life shouldn’t be so hard? Do you ever feel like your upbringing didn’t equip you with the coping and communication skills you need to create the kind of life you want? Are you walking on eggshells in your relationships because you don’t know how to address the big underlying issues? Do you feel overwhelmed – even physically – in the face of your daily tasks and stressors? You are not alone. And I can help.
You are never meant to do this life alone. As humans, our aloneness is undone when another person comes alongside us. Perhaps you are desiring healing of past wounds so that you can build deeper and more secure relationships with yourself and others. Perhaps you are at the crossroads and making a life altering decision and are needing support as you transition. Maybe you are experiencing burnout. Or you may be struggling with how to go on living in the wake of losses. Whatever challenge you are facing today, I want you to know that there is hope for change. I count it an honour to walk alongside you and meet you where you are at.
You are never meant to do this life alone. As humans, our aloneness is undone when another person comes alongside us. Perhaps you are desiring healing of past wounds so that you can build deeper and more secure relationships with yourself and others. Perhaps you are at the crossroads and making a life altering decision and are needing support as you transition. Maybe you are experiencing burnout. Or you may be struggling with how to go on living in the wake of losses. Whatever challenge you are facing today, I want you to know that there is hope for change. I count it an honour to walk alongside you and meet you where you are at.
I work with children and youth using Synergetic Play Therapy. Through this framework, I support my clients to integrate their body sensations, emotions, and thoughts through play. Play in the language of children. When a child engages in play, they are able to explore the experience of the world in a safe and comfortable manner. I meet children where they are at and connect in a way that feels authentic and meaningful for them. I support children to develop emotional regulation, learn skills to better manage the challenges they face, and build on their strengths and resources.
I work with children and youth using Synergetic Play Therapy. Through this framework, I support my clients to integrate their body sensations, emotions, and thoughts through play. Play in the language of children. When a child engages in play, they are able to explore the experience of the world in a safe and comfortable manner. I meet children where they are at and connect in a way that feels authentic and meaningful for them. I support children to develop emotional regulation, learn skills to better manage the challenges they face, and build on their strengths and resources.
Feeling lost, misunderstood, stuck? I have been there. Besides being an experienced therapist, I am also a child of divorce, immigrant, wife, and mother. Some of the issues I help clients with are: anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, low self-esteem, grief and loss, immigration challenges, life transitions, and parenting difficulties.
Feeling lost, misunderstood, stuck? I have been there. Besides being an experienced therapist, I am also a child of divorce, immigrant, wife, and mother. Some of the issues I help clients with are: anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, low self-esteem, grief and loss, immigration challenges, life transitions, and parenting difficulties.
Tasha Davidson
Counsellor, RCC, MA, YTT
Verified Verified
Port Coquitlam, BC V3C
Waitlist for new clients
Hi! First, I recognize how challenging starting the process of counselling may be. I aim to provide a safe and supportive space to work through whatever difficulties bring you here. I specialize in relationships (of all kinds), addictions, feelings of being stuck or overwhelmed, life's transitions, sex & intimacy and grief and loss. In addition to a Master's in Counselling Psychology, I have over 15 years of teaching yoga, meditation and mindfulness. My approach is collaborative and client-focused, and I work with individuals of all genders, sexualities and intersectionalities.
Hi! First, I recognize how challenging starting the process of counselling may be. I aim to provide a safe and supportive space to work through whatever difficulties bring you here. I specialize in relationships (of all kinds), addictions, feelings of being stuck or overwhelmed, life's transitions, sex & intimacy and grief and loss. In addition to a Master's in Counselling Psychology, I have over 15 years of teaching yoga, meditation and mindfulness. My approach is collaborative and client-focused, and I work with individuals of all genders, sexualities and intersectionalities.
Wellness North Counselling
Counsellor, MA, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Port Coquitlam, BC V3C
Do you feel angry, tired, confused, overwhelmed? Are you dealing with loss or struggling with relationships? As a wellness practitioner of 10 yrs, immigrant, parent, person of color, I know how hard it is to navigate life's challenges alone. As EFT trained couples therapist and certified trauma specialist, I help my clients build safe and healthy relationships and heal from traumatic life experience. I support in processing trauma, setting boundaries, understanding patterns/emotions and dealing with anxiety/ depression. I have lived struggles and clinical training to deal with C-ptsd/ADHD/OCD, family conflict and parenting.
Do you feel angry, tired, confused, overwhelmed? Are you dealing with loss or struggling with relationships? As a wellness practitioner of 10 yrs, immigrant, parent, person of color, I know how hard it is to navigate life's challenges alone. As EFT trained couples therapist and certified trauma specialist, I help my clients build safe and healthy relationships and heal from traumatic life experience. I support in processing trauma, setting boundaries, understanding patterns/emotions and dealing with anxiety/ depression. I have lived struggles and clinical training to deal with C-ptsd/ADHD/OCD, family conflict and parenting.
If you have been carrying the effects of trauma for a while, I imagine it feels pretty heavy. You may find your inner voice is harsh, telling you that you do not deserve a better life. You may be struggling with the physical impacts of trauma such as tension and fatigue that do not seem to go away. You may notice being disconnected from yourself and unsure how to connect with others. Trauma can leave you feeling stuck and unsure how to cope and move forward. Let’s create a space together to explore the impacts your trauma has on you to make it feel lighter and support you in reconnecting to yourself and others.
If you have been carrying the effects of trauma for a while, I imagine it feels pretty heavy. You may find your inner voice is harsh, telling you that you do not deserve a better life. You may be struggling with the physical impacts of trauma such as tension and fatigue that do not seem to go away. You may notice being disconnected from yourself and unsure how to connect with others. Trauma can leave you feeling stuck and unsure how to cope and move forward. Let’s create a space together to explore the impacts your trauma has on you to make it feel lighter and support you in reconnecting to yourself and others.
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Samantha Kuss
Registered Therapeutic Counsellor Candidate, RTCc
Verified Verified
Port Coquitlam, BC V3B (Online Only)
Taking the step to find a therapist you trust and feel comfortable opening up to can feel really daunting. In our sessions together, we will create a safe and supportive space for you to show up however you need to while being held through validation, empathy, and a trauma informed lens. Paired with your other support systems and circle of care, our time together will be an important part of helping facilitate your journey of self discovery and healing.
Taking the step to find a therapist you trust and feel comfortable opening up to can feel really daunting. In our sessions together, we will create a safe and supportive space for you to show up however you need to while being held through validation, empathy, and a trauma informed lens. Paired with your other support systems and circle of care, our time together will be an important part of helping facilitate your journey of self discovery and healing.
Andrea Sierralta
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Port Coquitlam, BC V3B (Online Only)
It can be so difficult to look for a therapist. Overwhelming even. You might be looking to change the way thoughts consume your time. You could be looking for skills and strategies to cope with stressful situations/circumstances. Or, maybe your worries about the future are becoming unbearable. Whether you find yourself stuck in a dark place, or consumed by worry and anxiety, we can find a place to start and find ways to improve the way you are living your life today. We will work together on whatever goals you may have for therapy at a pace that you are comfortable with.
It can be so difficult to look for a therapist. Overwhelming even. You might be looking to change the way thoughts consume your time. You could be looking for skills and strategies to cope with stressful situations/circumstances. Or, maybe your worries about the future are becoming unbearable. Whether you find yourself stuck in a dark place, or consumed by worry and anxiety, we can find a place to start and find ways to improve the way you are living your life today. We will work together on whatever goals you may have for therapy at a pace that you are comfortable with.
Taylor Innes Queer Counselling and Consulting
Counsellor, BA, MC, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Coquitlam, BC V3B (Online Only)
As a queer transfeminine counsellor, my aim is to provide counselling services to individuals who feel more safe, better understood, or better served by having a queer counsellor. Sometimes queer clients need queer counsellors. It can be an uncomfortable experience to feel misunderstood by your counsellor, or to have to educate them on what your identity means. This includes clients with LGBTQIA2S+ experience, clients struggling with issues relating to gender and sexuality, and anyone else who may prefer a queer counsellor for their own reasons. Once we start, we can talk about any of your problems, be they queer or otherwise.
As a queer transfeminine counsellor, my aim is to provide counselling services to individuals who feel more safe, better understood, or better served by having a queer counsellor. Sometimes queer clients need queer counsellors. It can be an uncomfortable experience to feel misunderstood by your counsellor, or to have to educate them on what your identity means. This includes clients with LGBTQIA2S+ experience, clients struggling with issues relating to gender and sexuality, and anyone else who may prefer a queer counsellor for their own reasons. Once we start, we can talk about any of your problems, be they queer or otherwise.
Seeking counselling is not always an easy step, but it is definitely rewarding. My passion is to help adults who are experiencing perinatal struggles (pre-pregnancy, pregnancy, postpartum), depression, anxiety, high sensitivity (HSP), immigration-related psychological challenges, and relationship difficulties. During our sessions we will explore your hopes and goals, difficulties and strengths, and how we can build a life that is fulfilling to you. Your journey is unique, and I feel honoured to be by your side.
Seeking counselling is not always an easy step, but it is definitely rewarding. My passion is to help adults who are experiencing perinatal struggles (pre-pregnancy, pregnancy, postpartum), depression, anxiety, high sensitivity (HSP), immigration-related psychological challenges, and relationship difficulties. During our sessions we will explore your hopes and goals, difficulties and strengths, and how we can build a life that is fulfilling to you. Your journey is unique, and I feel honoured to be by your side.
Elnaz Bondar Counselling & Associates Ltd
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
Port Coquitlam, BC V3B
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.
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.
Ruth Unaegbu
Counsellor, MA, RCC, ACS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Port Coquitlam, BC V3B (Online Only)
Hi! I’m Ruth Unaegbu, founder of Ruth Unaegbu Counselling & Coaching. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC #12132) & Supervisor providing private therapy and supervision services in British Columbia, Canada. I created my practice in an effort to provide counselling services for those encountering various issues, difficulties, and disruptions in life as well as those looking to enhance and expand. I work with a variety of individuals and provide culturally affirming counselling to BIPOC, with a big focus on Black women, first-generation and immigrant Canadians.
Hi! I’m Ruth Unaegbu, founder of Ruth Unaegbu Counselling & Coaching. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC #12132) & Supervisor providing private therapy and supervision services in British Columbia, Canada. I created my practice in an effort to provide counselling services for those encountering various issues, difficulties, and disruptions in life as well as those looking to enhance and expand. I work with a variety of individuals and provide culturally affirming counselling to BIPOC, with a big focus on Black women, first-generation and immigrant Canadians.
Accepting New Clients! Approved ICBC and FNHA provider, direct billing. Hello! I am Elena. I hold a MSW from Dalhousie University. I am a RSW with the BC and Ontario College of Social Workers. I draw from a variety of therapeutic approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and The Gottman Method Couples Therapy to help individuals manage depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, interpersonal conflict, anger, grief, and loss; couples improve their relationship and communication; families to manage parenting issues.
Accepting New Clients! Approved ICBC and FNHA provider, direct billing. Hello! I am Elena. I hold a MSW from Dalhousie University. I am a RSW with the BC and Ontario College of Social Workers. I draw from a variety of therapeutic approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and The Gottman Method Couples Therapy to help individuals manage depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, interpersonal conflict, anger, grief, and loss; couples improve their relationship and communication; families to manage parenting issues.
Strength Counselling Services
Counsellor, MEd, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Port Coquitlam, BC V3C (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.
* Accepting New Clients- Virtual sessions only* Alejandra is a bilingual (English/Spanish) Registered Clinical Counsellor. She has been working in the mental health field for over 20 years. Alejandra has experience working in the public school system, providing counselling services to clients in non-profit agencies and private practice, and being an instructor/supervisor to Master’s level counselling students.
* Accepting New Clients- Virtual sessions only* Alejandra is a bilingual (English/Spanish) Registered Clinical Counsellor. She has been working in the mental health field for over 20 years. Alejandra has experience working in the public school system, providing counselling services to clients in non-profit agencies and private practice, and being an instructor/supervisor to Master’s level counselling students.
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Attachment-based Counsellors
Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.
What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.
How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.
Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.