Family Systems Therapists in Sooke, BC
These include Family Systems, Humanistic Counselling and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy which I use with many of my clients.
Life can feel overwhelming at times. And all of us can benefit from outside help at some point in our lives. It takes courage to reach out for that help and so welcome to my page. I treat each client differently because we are all different. What is common though in my counselling, is my belief in a collaborative approach. Together we can prioritize issues that you may be facing. I am trained in Family Systems and in Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy. In my experience, counselling can help us become more whole, more authentic and more happy!
These include Family Systems, Humanistic Counselling and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy which I use with many of my clients.
Life can feel overwhelming at times. And all of us can benefit from outside help at some point in our lives. It takes courage to reach out for that help and so welcome to my page. I treat each client differently because we are all different. What is common though in my counselling, is my belief in a collaborative approach. Together we can prioritize issues that you may be facing. I am trained in Family Systems and in Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy. In my experience, counselling can help us become more whole, more authentic and more happy!
Founder and Registered Clinical Counsellor of Pediatric Power Play. The clients I serve are typically between the ages of 3 and 19. However, I work from a family systems lens, which operates on creating consistency and allowing my clients to include their parents or have separate therapeutic relationships with them. The needs and goals of each client vary between building confidence, emotional regulation, coping strategies, relationships, and so much more. One thing in common for all my clients is allowing them space to explore and navigate to find their identity and support them in accomplishing any change.
Founder and Registered Clinical Counsellor of Pediatric Power Play. The clients I serve are typically between the ages of 3 and 19. However, I work from a family systems lens, which operates on creating consistency and allowing my clients to include their parents or have separate therapeutic relationships with them. The needs and goals of each client vary between building confidence, emotional regulation, coping strategies, relationships, and so much more. One thing in common for all my clients is allowing them space to explore and navigate to find their identity and support them in accomplishing any change.
Whole Self Counselling (Susie Davis - RTC)
Counsellor, RTC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sooke, BC V9Z
Would you like to feel more at ease in your body, and in the world? Stress, anxiety, shut-down, melt-downs, depression, addiction, anger, inability to feel, effects of trauma, and even chronic health issues can have at their root, a dysregulated nervous system that is struggling to find balance. This is not your fault! In order to experience relief and lasting, positive change - we need to address our body, brain and nervous system. With deep compassion, I will meet you where you are at, and tailor therapy to fit your individual needs.
Would you like to feel more at ease in your body, and in the world? Stress, anxiety, shut-down, melt-downs, depression, addiction, anger, inability to feel, effects of trauma, and even chronic health issues can have at their root, a dysregulated nervous system that is struggling to find balance. This is not your fault! In order to experience relief and lasting, positive change - we need to address our body, brain and nervous system. With deep compassion, I will meet you where you are at, and tailor therapy to fit your individual needs.
Are you seeking relief from pain? Past and current issues like abandonment, trauma, and stress wreak havoc on our body’s equilibrium - our nervous system state. This can lead to issues like depression, self loathing, anger, anxiety, and chronic health issues. These painful issues can cause disruptions in our relationships, leading to even more pain and disconnect. Using proven, effective approaches to regulate our nervous system, we can regain our balance, have greater capacity to create new ways of being in relationship - both with self, and other - so that we can make positive, meaningful, and lasting changes in our lives.
Are you seeking relief from pain? Past and current issues like abandonment, trauma, and stress wreak havoc on our body’s equilibrium - our nervous system state. This can lead to issues like depression, self loathing, anger, anxiety, and chronic health issues. These painful issues can cause disruptions in our relationships, leading to even more pain and disconnect. Using proven, effective approaches to regulate our nervous system, we can regain our balance, have greater capacity to create new ways of being in relationship - both with self, and other - so that we can make positive, meaningful, and lasting changes in our lives.
Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better. - Maya Angelou. What does it mean to live your best life and do better? For each of us, the common thread is a deep desire to be seen, heard and loved for who we truly are. Often, the twists and turns in relationships with our families, partners, children, friends, work and other life activities, can challenge us to be our true selves and to know happiness. Our earlier lives create our belief system, many of our behaviours and coping strategies. To enjoy our best lives some of these well-trodden pathways often require significant shifts.
Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better. - Maya Angelou. What does it mean to live your best life and do better? For each of us, the common thread is a deep desire to be seen, heard and loved for who we truly are. Often, the twists and turns in relationships with our families, partners, children, friends, work and other life activities, can challenge us to be our true selves and to know happiness. Our earlier lives create our belief system, many of our behaviours and coping strategies. To enjoy our best lives some of these well-trodden pathways often require significant shifts.
Sea to Tree Health & Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RCC, CCC, RSW, PhD, RPsych
Verified Verified
Sooke, BC V9Z
We are a group of Registered Clinical Counsellors, Registered Social Workers, and other health & wellness providers. This month we are highlighting Jennifer! "Counselling has been a passion of mine for the past 20 years. I have worked in a variety of mental health and addiction recovery settings and have seen how inspiringly capable people are, even when faced with extraordinary circumstances, to create a life for themselves with more contentment, connection, and compassion. Even when things feel hopeless, I have been witness to countless incredible, life affirming changes.
We are a group of Registered Clinical Counsellors, Registered Social Workers, and other health & wellness providers. This month we are highlighting Jennifer! "Counselling has been a passion of mine for the past 20 years. I have worked in a variety of mental health and addiction recovery settings and have seen how inspiringly capable people are, even when faced with extraordinary circumstances, to create a life for themselves with more contentment, connection, and compassion. Even when things feel hopeless, I have been witness to countless incredible, life affirming changes.
Welcome! I am a registered clinical counsellor providing services in the province of British Columbia. In my practice, I am committed to meeting you exactly where you are on your journey. I understand that each individual's path is unique, and I value the importance of creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you feel comfortable expressing yourself. Together we will identify your goals and build a path that leads you toward a life that resonates with your authentic self. We will recognize what is already working in your life and what is getting in your way of where you wish to be.
Welcome! I am a registered clinical counsellor providing services in the province of British Columbia. In my practice, I am committed to meeting you exactly where you are on your journey. I understand that each individual's path is unique, and I value the importance of creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you feel comfortable expressing yourself. Together we will identify your goals and build a path that leads you toward a life that resonates with your authentic self. We will recognize what is already working in your life and what is getting in your way of where you wish to be.
At Calm Kids Counselling, I provide support for children, youth, and families experiencing challenges related to school and/or home. Using a child-centered approach, I work with families to build balance and connection through a focus on strengths, problem-solving and coping skills, and play. My areas of practice include social and emotional difficulties, anxiety, depression, trauma, school avoidance and anxiety, parenting skills, prenatal and postpartum health, and peer and family relationships.
At Calm Kids Counselling, I provide support for children, youth, and families experiencing challenges related to school and/or home. Using a child-centered approach, I work with families to build balance and connection through a focus on strengths, problem-solving and coping skills, and play. My areas of practice include social and emotional difficulties, anxiety, depression, trauma, school avoidance and anxiety, parenting skills, prenatal and postpartum health, and peer and family relationships.
I have been practicing in the non-profit counselling field since 2005. Over this time I have supported children and youth, families, individual adults, and groups in areas including parenting and attachment, family conflict, domestic violence, trauma, mental health and addictions. I offer private practice counselling in Langford, BC, in which I provide individual (10 yrs +), parenting, and family counselling. I am a registered member of the Canadian College of Professional Counsellors and Psychotherapists (CCPCP) and have completed the 3-year Professional Somatic Experiencing Training through the SE Trauma Institiute.
I have been practicing in the non-profit counselling field since 2005. Over this time I have supported children and youth, families, individual adults, and groups in areas including parenting and attachment, family conflict, domestic violence, trauma, mental health and addictions. I offer private practice counselling in Langford, BC, in which I provide individual (10 yrs +), parenting, and family counselling. I am a registered member of the Canadian College of Professional Counsellors and Psychotherapists (CCPCP) and have completed the 3-year Professional Somatic Experiencing Training through the SE Trauma Institiute.
Relationships are built at the speed of trust and I believe the relationship created between therapist and client is the foundational component in the therapeutic process. I bring 15 years of experience working with families and individuals in various capacities and create a treatment plan specific to your individual needs. I identify as a female from a mixed ancestry- European/French/Indigenous, and honour the ability to work and play on the traditional lands and territory of the ɬaʔamɩn Peoples. I'm grateful to be able to walk alongside you and support you on your journey.
Relationships are built at the speed of trust and I believe the relationship created between therapist and client is the foundational component in the therapeutic process. I bring 15 years of experience working with families and individuals in various capacities and create a treatment plan specific to your individual needs. I identify as a female from a mixed ancestry- European/French/Indigenous, and honour the ability to work and play on the traditional lands and territory of the ɬaʔamɩn Peoples. I'm grateful to be able to walk alongside you and support you on your journey.
I have a strong passion for supporting the well-being of children/youth and assisting individuals and families going through various challenges, including family transitions, relationship/family support, parenting support, depression/anxiety, self-esteem/confidence, international student support, and language/cultural differences.
I have a strong passion for supporting the well-being of children/youth and assisting individuals and families going through various challenges, including family transitions, relationship/family support, parenting support, depression/anxiety, self-esteem/confidence, international student support, and language/cultural differences.
I am a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor (RTC) with the Association of Cooperative Counselling Therapists of Canada (ACCT). I draw on my own personal experience and adversities, my background in Mindfulness and Meditation and extensive training from Clearmind International Institute. For the last four years, I have assisted and supported participants in numerous personal growth workshops and weekends and volunteered as a community counsellor at Esquimalt Neighbourhood House, in addition to offering individual adult and youth sessions in private practice.
I am a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor (RTC) with the Association of Cooperative Counselling Therapists of Canada (ACCT). I draw on my own personal experience and adversities, my background in Mindfulness and Meditation and extensive training from Clearmind International Institute. For the last four years, I have assisted and supported participants in numerous personal growth workshops and weekends and volunteered as a community counsellor at Esquimalt Neighbourhood House, in addition to offering individual adult and youth sessions in private practice.
Jennifer Brum Counselling & Heartwood Counselling
Counsellor, BSc, MTC, RTC, RCS, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sooke, BC V9Z
Negative thoughts race through your mind all day, and keep you up at night. You go through the motions, pretending everything’s fine, but inside, you're exhausted. Life’s challenges feel overwhelming, and your relationships are suffering. You’ve started avoiding the people and activities you once enjoyed, and it feels like no one truly understands what you're going through, leaving you feeling isolated and unsupported. All you want is to feel "normal" again and get your life back. You’ve had enough, and you’re ready for change. That’s where I can help.
Negative thoughts race through your mind all day, and keep you up at night. You go through the motions, pretending everything’s fine, but inside, you're exhausted. Life’s challenges feel overwhelming, and your relationships are suffering. You’ve started avoiding the people and activities you once enjoyed, and it feels like no one truly understands what you're going through, leaving you feeling isolated and unsupported. All you want is to feel "normal" again and get your life back. You’ve had enough, and you’re ready for change. That’s where I can help.
Online Therapists
Chantal Bourke
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
North Vancouver, BC V7J
Waitlist for new clients
Chantal Bourke is a Registered Clinical Counsellor who sees clients in person in North Vancouver and virtually all over the province of BC and Canada. Chantal has worked with children, adolescents and their families for the last 10 years. Chantal’s focus has been on mental health, family systems, parent coaching, and systemic practices. Over the course of her career, she has worked at BC Children's Hospital, The Maples Treatment Center and Child and Youth Mental Health. Chantal has worked with a variety of mental health diagnoses such as, but not limited to: Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Attachment Styles, and Parenting and Psychosis
Chantal Bourke is a Registered Clinical Counsellor who sees clients in person in North Vancouver and virtually all over the province of BC and Canada. Chantal has worked with children, adolescents and their families for the last 10 years. Chantal’s focus has been on mental health, family systems, parent coaching, and systemic practices. Over the course of her career, she has worked at BC Children's Hospital, The Maples Treatment Center and Child and Youth Mental Health. Chantal has worked with a variety of mental health diagnoses such as, but not limited to: Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Attachment Styles, and Parenting and Psychosis
Bach Counselling Group uses evidence-based methods including CBT, eye movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR), emotionally focused therapy (EFT), dialetical behavioural therapy (DBT), psychodynamic, family systems, solution-focused therapy & mindfulness.
For over 20 years, Bach Counselling Group brings an expertise to working with those who wish to make a positive change in relationships, intimacy, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, ADHD, parenting and eating disorders. We work with individuals and couples who are dealing with issues that may adversely affect their relationships. We strive to bring you to achieving your goals. Therapy is short term, cost effective and change oriented. Bach Counselling Group adheres to the ethics and standards set out by the Canadian Psychological Association.
Bach Counselling Group uses evidence-based methods including CBT, eye movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR), emotionally focused therapy (EFT), dialetical behavioural therapy (DBT), psychodynamic, family systems, solution-focused therapy & mindfulness.
For over 20 years, Bach Counselling Group brings an expertise to working with those who wish to make a positive change in relationships, intimacy, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, ADHD, parenting and eating disorders. We work with individuals and couples who are dealing with issues that may adversely affect their relationships. We strive to bring you to achieving your goals. Therapy is short term, cost effective and change oriented. Bach Counselling Group adheres to the ethics and standards set out by the Canadian Psychological Association.
My approach is psychodynamic and is rooted in attachment theory and family systems, while incorporating CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and EMDR when appropriate.
I am an RCC specializing in treating addiction, trauma, mood disorders, and interpersonal issues. My approach is rooted in the belief that a greater awareness of where our actions and reactions come from can give us the power to change. I work with my clients to understand how their attachment styles and life experiences have informed how they relate to others and to themselves. With this knowledge we work together to address unwanted behaviours and implement new coping skills for emotional regulation and communication.
My approach is psychodynamic and is rooted in attachment theory and family systems, while incorporating CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and EMDR when appropriate.
I am an RCC specializing in treating addiction, trauma, mood disorders, and interpersonal issues. My approach is rooted in the belief that a greater awareness of where our actions and reactions come from can give us the power to change. I work with my clients to understand how their attachment styles and life experiences have informed how they relate to others and to themselves. With this knowledge we work together to address unwanted behaviours and implement new coping skills for emotional regulation and communication.
Taking a trauma-informed approach, Melina uses psychodynamic, attachment, family systems, and mindfulness evidence-based treatment models.
Melina firmly believes that the starting point for positive change is an open and curious perspective about one’s life-story. Seeking support is a courageous step towards greater wellbeing and Melina will commit to partnering with you in a safe and secure manner.
Taking a trauma-informed approach, Melina uses psychodynamic, attachment, family systems, and mindfulness evidence-based treatment models.
Melina firmly believes that the starting point for positive change is an open and curious perspective about one’s life-story. Seeking support is a courageous step towards greater wellbeing and Melina will commit to partnering with you in a safe and secure manner.
Hakomi and Internal Family Systems, are mindfulness, somatic psychotherapies, which give me the tools to assist people in self discovery, to remember their strengths, process grief/suffering, and to be empowered to choose more nourishing experiences and relationships.
I am committed to honouring the unique qualities of each individual and helping them explore their innate resources for well-being. Whether you are healing from a trauma, anxious about this stage in your life, or adapting to a changing world, we can work together to help you cultivate a more meaningful life and develop skills to navigate challenges. As both the Director and RCC at Thriving Roots Counselling Services, I support youth, couples, and families on their healing journeys, many who have been rediscovering their own gifts and resilience with my support.
Hakomi and Internal Family Systems, are mindfulness, somatic psychotherapies, which give me the tools to assist people in self discovery, to remember their strengths, process grief/suffering, and to be empowered to choose more nourishing experiences and relationships.
I am committed to honouring the unique qualities of each individual and helping them explore their innate resources for well-being. Whether you are healing from a trauma, anxious about this stage in your life, or adapting to a changing world, we can work together to help you cultivate a more meaningful life and develop skills to navigate challenges. As both the Director and RCC at Thriving Roots Counselling Services, I support youth, couples, and families on their healing journeys, many who have been rediscovering their own gifts and resilience with my support.
Mark Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, BC V7E (Online Only)
Working from a family systems approach I work with individuals and their personal issues when people feel stuck in their lives.
Do you sometimes feel stuck in your personal life? Do you get anxious or depressed? Are you concerned or struggling in your marriage or relationship? Do you find communication isn't what it could be or should be? Perhaps your intimacy, emotionally or sexually has waned a bit? How one thinks about these situations plays an important part in how you get change happening. Having a place to think it through and create new ways of approaching these life situations is a valuable thing. I create a safe place to explore these issues in a non-judgmental atmosphere, whether personal issues, relationship issues or divorce issues.
Working from a family systems approach I work with individuals and their personal issues when people feel stuck in their lives.
Do you sometimes feel stuck in your personal life? Do you get anxious or depressed? Are you concerned or struggling in your marriage or relationship? Do you find communication isn't what it could be or should be? Perhaps your intimacy, emotionally or sexually has waned a bit? How one thinks about these situations plays an important part in how you get change happening. Having a place to think it through and create new ways of approaching these life situations is a valuable thing. I create a safe place to explore these issues in a non-judgmental atmosphere, whether personal issues, relationship issues or divorce issues.
I primarily use the following therapeutic approaches: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, EMDR: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Solution Focussed Therapy, Crisis Intervention, Family Systems Therapy.
My name is Miriam Balen and I am a Registered Clinical Social Worker with a Master of Social Work degree. I provide counselling to people ages 13 through to adults of all ages. I have over 25 years experience helping individuals, couples, and families to cope with various concerns. I provide counselling to address: trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, stress, relationship issues, parenting issues, life transitions, and adolescent issues. As a Registered Clinical Social Worker, I am accountable for my practice through adherence to the British Columbia College of Social Workers Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
I primarily use the following therapeutic approaches: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, EMDR: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Solution Focussed Therapy, Crisis Intervention, Family Systems Therapy.
My name is Miriam Balen and I am a Registered Clinical Social Worker with a Master of Social Work degree. I provide counselling to people ages 13 through to adults of all ages. I have over 25 years experience helping individuals, couples, and families to cope with various concerns. I provide counselling to address: trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, stress, relationship issues, parenting issues, life transitions, and adolescent issues. As a Registered Clinical Social Worker, I am accountable for my practice through adherence to the British Columbia College of Social Workers Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
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Family Systems therapists view problems within the family as the result not of particular members' behaviors, but of the family's group dynamic. The family is seen as a complex system having its own language, roles, rules, beliefs, needs and patterns. The therapist helps each individual member understand how their childhood family operated, their role in that system, and how that experience has shaped their role in the current family.