Grief Therapists in Surrey, BC
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I'm passionate about empowering individuals who have lived through traumatic experiences, are facing grief & loss, or struggling with a health crisis to reorient themselves towards a healing pathway & restore their resiliency! My counselling practice is informed by over 15 years of experience supporting patients in the health care system, & focuses on promoting nurturing, healing, & balancing practices. I offer a welcoming space for individuals who are feeling stuck or living with grief, trauma, eating disorders, transition, & chronic illness. I provide trauma-informed, culturally responsive, gender-affirming, queer-friendly care.
I'm passionate about empowering individuals who have lived through traumatic experiences, are facing grief & loss, or struggling with a health crisis to reorient themselves towards a healing pathway & restore their resiliency! My counselling practice is informed by over 15 years of experience supporting patients in the health care system, & focuses on promoting nurturing, healing, & balancing practices. I offer a welcoming space for individuals who are feeling stuck or living with grief, trauma, eating disorders, transition, & chronic illness. I provide trauma-informed, culturally responsive, gender-affirming, queer-friendly care.
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Kiran has a lively, warm and engaging personality and brings enthusiasm and passion to her work. She is committed to working with individuals who are facing difficulties in their lives, such as with anxiety, depression, trauma, immigration or cultural impacts, interpersonal relationships and bereavement. Kiran has over ten years of clinical experience in the mental health field working with children, adults and older adults from various cultural and religious backgrounds. She has a strong ability to put clients at ease very quickly through her gentle and transparent approach.
Kiran has a lively, warm and engaging personality and brings enthusiasm and passion to her work. She is committed to working with individuals who are facing difficulties in their lives, such as with anxiety, depression, trauma, immigration or cultural impacts, interpersonal relationships and bereavement. Kiran has over ten years of clinical experience in the mental health field working with children, adults and older adults from various cultural and religious backgrounds. She has a strong ability to put clients at ease very quickly through her gentle and transparent approach.
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Over the past five years I have worked as a high school counsellor, ICBC and grief and loss counsellor.
Hello and thank you for visiting my page! My name is Kiran Dosanjh. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC) and I want to support you on your journey towards wellness. Life is a journey of ups and downs and, sometimes we may feel stuck and hopeless. Sometimes we just need someone to listen, support, and guide us in life. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, stress, or the demands of everyday life, parenting, or grieving the loss of a loved one; I can be there to support you and help you navigate through this difficult time of your life.
Over the past five years I have worked as a high school counsellor, ICBC and grief and loss counsellor.
Hello and thank you for visiting my page! My name is Kiran Dosanjh. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC) and I want to support you on your journey towards wellness. Life is a journey of ups and downs and, sometimes we may feel stuck and hopeless. Sometimes we just need someone to listen, support, and guide us in life. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, stress, or the demands of everyday life, parenting, or grieving the loss of a loved one; I can be there to support you and help you navigate through this difficult time of your life.
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While I am happy to come alongside clients with whatever they are navigating, some prominent areas of experience include life transitions, ADHD, anxiety, depression, life-threatening illnesses, medical trauma and diagnosis, grief, parenting and marriage and family dynamics.
Hello! I am passionate about the work I do with clients because I believe we all deserve to live our best lives, and to do so, we need to find our best selves. My desire to help others achieve healing and wellness is longstanding.
While I am happy to come alongside clients with whatever they are navigating, some prominent areas of experience include life transitions, ADHD, anxiety, depression, life-threatening illnesses, medical trauma and diagnosis, grief, parenting and marriage and family dynamics.
Hello! I am passionate about the work I do with clients because I believe we all deserve to live our best lives, and to do so, we need to find our best selves. My desire to help others achieve healing and wellness is longstanding.
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Sonya Randle Counselling
Counsellor, MAABS, MTC, RCS, BsCN
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Surrey, BC V3W
Do you struggle with loneliness, anxiety, self doubt, shame or anger when you try to say no. As a Master Counsellor and Supervisor I am here to invite every part of you to be present so you can live fully. My passion is to create a safe space for you to be heard and understood. You will experience the safety to process some of the roots of struggles in a non judgmental environment. I bring my years of experience with a successful practice and working through my own personal struggles with anxiety, grief, codependency and self esteem from a difficult past. I offer supervision to new and existing counsellors who want growth.
Do you struggle with loneliness, anxiety, self doubt, shame or anger when you try to say no. As a Master Counsellor and Supervisor I am here to invite every part of you to be present so you can live fully. My passion is to create a safe space for you to be heard and understood. You will experience the safety to process some of the roots of struggles in a non judgmental environment. I bring my years of experience with a successful practice and working through my own personal struggles with anxiety, grief, codependency and self esteem from a difficult past. I offer supervision to new and existing counsellors who want growth.
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I provide therapy for first responders and individuals who have experienced grief and trauma.
I try to help individuals find their inner worth and strengths. I believe that people can continue to learn, grow and change. It is important for you to feel comfortable with the therapist you decide to see. One of the things that I value the most within therapy is the importance of building an honest and genuine relationship. I try to meet people where they are at and offer services from a strengths-based and positive approach.
I provide therapy for first responders and individuals who have experienced grief and trauma.
I try to help individuals find their inner worth and strengths. I believe that people can continue to learn, grow and change. It is important for you to feel comfortable with the therapist you decide to see. One of the things that I value the most within therapy is the importance of building an honest and genuine relationship. I try to meet people where they are at and offer services from a strengths-based and positive approach.
![Photo of Heather Pattern, MA, RCC, MTA, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/989e64af-371a-4848-9d0e-1cd6537c89bf/2/320x400.jpeg)
With compassion, I can help you develop strategies for managing stress and life transitions, support your healing from past hurts, process parenting issues, support your journey through grief and loss, process anxiety and depression and create substance use goals.
Are you feeling alone and overwhelmed? Unsure about what to do next? With empathy, I work to empower others to overcome challenges and identify greater personal meaning. Whether navigating through life transitions, managing mental health concerns, or seeking greater self-awareness, I create a safe and nurturing environment where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without judgement. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology and an Accredited Music Therapist (MTA), bringing over 24 years of dedicated service to the therapy field.
With compassion, I can help you develop strategies for managing stress and life transitions, support your healing from past hurts, process parenting issues, support your journey through grief and loss, process anxiety and depression and create substance use goals.
Are you feeling alone and overwhelmed? Unsure about what to do next? With empathy, I work to empower others to overcome challenges and identify greater personal meaning. Whether navigating through life transitions, managing mental health concerns, or seeking greater self-awareness, I create a safe and nurturing environment where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without judgement. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology and an Accredited Music Therapist (MTA), bringing over 24 years of dedicated service to the therapy field.
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Dr. Paulo Matos
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified Verified
14 Endorsed
Surrey, BC V3R (Online Only)
I am a Registered Psychologist with a combined 25+ years of education and experience in psychotherapy. I have extensive experience helping with diverse concerns including anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and life transitions. I specialize in two areas: helping people overcome trauma/PTSD in individual therapy and improving relationships through couples therapy. I have a special interest in working with military veterans, first responders, public safety personnel, and health care professionals. I have a doctorate (Ph.D.) in Counselling Psychology and master’s degrees from Harvard University (Ed.M.) and UBC (M.A.).
I am a Registered Psychologist with a combined 25+ years of education and experience in psychotherapy. I have extensive experience helping with diverse concerns including anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and life transitions. I specialize in two areas: helping people overcome trauma/PTSD in individual therapy and improving relationships through couples therapy. I have a special interest in working with military veterans, first responders, public safety personnel, and health care professionals. I have a doctorate (Ph.D.) in Counselling Psychology and master’s degrees from Harvard University (Ed.M.) and UBC (M.A.).
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I work with individuals experiencing grief, depression, anxiety, relational issues, and trauma-related stress. I specifically work with young adults, adults, and seniors. I use Person-Centered, Mindfulness-based, Narrative, Gestalt, EMDR and CBT approaches to help my clients to resolve challenging situations that are resulting in their mental health difficulties. I provide a safe space to explore emotional, mental, physical, and social aspects that clients are struggling with. I am aware that each client has their own unique healing process and I consider each client within the context of the culture and values.
I work with individuals experiencing grief, depression, anxiety, relational issues, and trauma-related stress. I specifically work with young adults, adults, and seniors. I use Person-Centered, Mindfulness-based, Narrative, Gestalt, EMDR and CBT approaches to help my clients to resolve challenging situations that are resulting in their mental health difficulties. I provide a safe space to explore emotional, mental, physical, and social aspects that clients are struggling with. I am aware that each client has their own unique healing process and I consider each client within the context of the culture and values.
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I have specializations in terminal illness, prolonged chronic illness and bereavement.
Welcome to the counselling services at Celtic Place and Healing Place. Counselling provides a space and opportunity for you to explore thoughts and feelings, behaviours and relationships that may be troubling you or causing difficulty in your life. Counselling also offers a source of support in times of crisis and during difficult times such as you may be experiencing now. Some of the ways in which counselling can be beneficial is through bringing deeper personal insight, helping find better ways of coping with problems and it also can help you improve your relationships.
I have specializations in terminal illness, prolonged chronic illness and bereavement.
Welcome to the counselling services at Celtic Place and Healing Place. Counselling provides a space and opportunity for you to explore thoughts and feelings, behaviours and relationships that may be troubling you or causing difficulty in your life. Counselling also offers a source of support in times of crisis and during difficult times such as you may be experiencing now. Some of the ways in which counselling can be beneficial is through bringing deeper personal insight, helping find better ways of coping with problems and it also can help you improve your relationships.
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Life by its very nature is uncertain and comes with challenges, life transitions, grief, unexpected loss, illness, and change, and I am here to support and help make sense and help resolve the anxieties and issues that come along with it.
It is my goal to help, heal and empower clients through the challenges and uncertainties of life within a safe empathetic, culturally responsive, open, therapeutic alliance. My tailored approach is premised on making clients feel comfortable, validated, and understood and to help make sense of and resolve the anxieties and issues clients face so they can achieve their goals and live a peaceful and content life. My specialties include Anxiety, Depression, Self Esteem, Stress Management, Life Coaching, Mindfulness-Based Techniques, Health and Wellness, Couples, Separation/Divorce, Trauma, Eating Issues & Emotional Empowerment.
Life by its very nature is uncertain and comes with challenges, life transitions, grief, unexpected loss, illness, and change, and I am here to support and help make sense and help resolve the anxieties and issues that come along with it.
It is my goal to help, heal and empower clients through the challenges and uncertainties of life within a safe empathetic, culturally responsive, open, therapeutic alliance. My tailored approach is premised on making clients feel comfortable, validated, and understood and to help make sense of and resolve the anxieties and issues clients face so they can achieve their goals and live a peaceful and content life. My specialties include Anxiety, Depression, Self Esteem, Stress Management, Life Coaching, Mindfulness-Based Techniques, Health and Wellness, Couples, Separation/Divorce, Trauma, Eating Issues & Emotional Empowerment.
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As an older adult, I understand first-hand the often overwhelming impact of grief and loss, as well as the ambiguous loss and the difficulties in supporting a loved one who struggles with Alzheimer's Disease.
We all have a fundamental need to connect and to be heard. I believe sharing our struggles and pain is often the first step towards healing. I provide a compassionate and safe space to support clients as they navigate life transitions, immediate and ongoing concerns, and personal growth. You don't have to do it alone. Together we will explore ways to harness your courage for change and work collaboratively, using your strengths, insights and life experiences to fulfill your goals. I am an optimist and believe change is possible at any stage of life. I'm here to help.
As an older adult, I understand first-hand the often overwhelming impact of grief and loss, as well as the ambiguous loss and the difficulties in supporting a loved one who struggles with Alzheimer's Disease.
We all have a fundamental need to connect and to be heard. I believe sharing our struggles and pain is often the first step towards healing. I provide a compassionate and safe space to support clients as they navigate life transitions, immediate and ongoing concerns, and personal growth. You don't have to do it alone. Together we will explore ways to harness your courage for change and work collaboratively, using your strengths, insights and life experiences to fulfill your goals. I am an optimist and believe change is possible at any stage of life. I'm here to help.
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As a trauma and violence-informed clinical counsellor, I am committed to helping you uncover the ways trauma and adversity have shaped your thoughts, feelings, and overall sense of self. My specialty lies in supporting youth and adults navigating various hurdles—be it anxiety, emotional dysregulation, life transitions, grief and loss (including traumatic bereavement and non-death losses), identity confusion, relational trauma, family estrangement, and shame-related concerns.
As a trauma and violence-informed clinical counsellor, I am committed to helping you uncover the ways trauma and adversity have shaped your thoughts, feelings, and overall sense of self. My specialty lies in supporting youth and adults navigating various hurdles—be it anxiety, emotional dysregulation, life transitions, grief and loss (including traumatic bereavement and non-death losses), identity confusion, relational trauma, family estrangement, and shame-related concerns.
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Bernard Piprah
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Surrey, BC V3R
Waitlist for new clients
Life unavoidably throws obstacles in our direction that can threaten our security, challenge our relationships and endanger the achievements we deserve. I can help you and your family navigate through grief, anxiety, depression, relationship conflict and other life stressors. During difficult times constructive help from an open, relatable and skilled registered clinical counsellor (No. 16789) can make a world of a difference towards creating lasting change.
Life unavoidably throws obstacles in our direction that can threaten our security, challenge our relationships and endanger the achievements we deserve. I can help you and your family navigate through grief, anxiety, depression, relationship conflict and other life stressors. During difficult times constructive help from an open, relatable and skilled registered clinical counsellor (No. 16789) can make a world of a difference towards creating lasting change.
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Cody O'Neill
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, BAACS, RSW
Verified Verified
14 Endorsed
Surrey, BC V3R (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
In the journey of grief, nurturing "continuing bonds" with departed loved ones holds profound significance, offering solace, comfort, and connection in their absence. If you've experienced profound loss (human or pet) and have been grieving for over a year, I offer a unique therapy intended to help reduce sadness and foster a deeper connection with your loved one. Understanding the importance of allowing your mind to adapt to grief's natural rhythm, is part of this process; so we typically wait a year or more post-loss before beginning therapy, honouring the organic flow of grief, and trusting in the brain's innate healing capacity.
In the journey of grief, nurturing "continuing bonds" with departed loved ones holds profound significance, offering solace, comfort, and connection in their absence. If you've experienced profound loss (human or pet) and have been grieving for over a year, I offer a unique therapy intended to help reduce sadness and foster a deeper connection with your loved one. Understanding the importance of allowing your mind to adapt to grief's natural rhythm, is part of this process; so we typically wait a year or more post-loss before beginning therapy, honouring the organic flow of grief, and trusting in the brain's innate healing capacity.
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Donna Cruikshank
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Surrey, BC V3S
Waitlist for new clients
Are you experiencing the despair, confusion, and guilt that sometimes follow a loss? This can be the death of a loved one, the loss of a job, the loss of a beloved pet, or the end of a significant relationship. I specialize in grief and loss. I bring over 30 years of experience working with depression, anxiety, and healing traumatic life events. I worked in the palliative care field as a social worker for over 15 years and as a result understand the health system challenges and the roller coaster of emotions that come with waiting for a loved one’s death. I will walk alongside you as you attempt to make sense of life after loss.
Are you experiencing the despair, confusion, and guilt that sometimes follow a loss? This can be the death of a loved one, the loss of a job, the loss of a beloved pet, or the end of a significant relationship. I specialize in grief and loss. I bring over 30 years of experience working with depression, anxiety, and healing traumatic life events. I worked in the palliative care field as a social worker for over 15 years and as a result understand the health system challenges and the roller coaster of emotions that come with waiting for a loved one’s death. I will walk alongside you as you attempt to make sense of life after loss.
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Specializing in bereavement, traumatic loss and suicide awareness/support.
If we all could have the option to be supported and heard with our struggles, to be connected and cared for, perhaps our ability to move through them and towards our goals would be different. What is it you wish to shift, where would your life be right now? How can I help you get there? If you are a victim of crime you may be eligible for counselling through CVAP. I am an approved CVAP counsellor.
Specializing in bereavement, traumatic loss and suicide awareness/support.
If we all could have the option to be supported and heard with our struggles, to be connected and cared for, perhaps our ability to move through them and towards our goals would be different. What is it you wish to shift, where would your life be right now? How can I help you get there? If you are a victim of crime you may be eligible for counselling through CVAP. I am an approved CVAP counsellor.
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Stress levels, anxiety and depression, anger, grief/loss, feelings of distress and relationships are impacted daily. Counselling can help you to feel physically and emotionally better, you can find relief. By exploring a new understanding of your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, and processing your experiences, healing happens. I provide a safe and judgment free environment to encourage clients to explore and process their past and current experiences. I integrate therapy styles, so clients can find healing and strength based on their own preferences. I offer EMDR, CBT, and Mindful based therapies.
Stress levels, anxiety and depression, anger, grief/loss, feelings of distress and relationships are impacted daily. Counselling can help you to feel physically and emotionally better, you can find relief. By exploring a new understanding of your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, and processing your experiences, healing happens. I provide a safe and judgment free environment to encourage clients to explore and process their past and current experiences. I integrate therapy styles, so clients can find healing and strength based on their own preferences. I offer EMDR, CBT, and Mindful based therapies.
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Life is a journey with many ups and downs and sometimes we may feel like we are in a place where we are stuck and feel alone. Sometimes we may just need support in a big decision that we are facing. It can be an extremely difficult place to be when we feel vulnerable and need to reach out for help. Whether you are dealing with the overwhelming stressors and pressures of daily life, parenting or relationship challenges, grief or loss of someone important, or perhaps worried about your your child,I can be there to support and navigate you or your child through this part of your journey in a supportive and non-judgemental environment.
Life is a journey with many ups and downs and sometimes we may feel like we are in a place where we are stuck and feel alone. Sometimes we may just need support in a big decision that we are facing. It can be an extremely difficult place to be when we feel vulnerable and need to reach out for help. Whether you are dealing with the overwhelming stressors and pressures of daily life, parenting or relationship challenges, grief or loss of someone important, or perhaps worried about your your child,I can be there to support and navigate you or your child through this part of your journey in a supportive and non-judgemental environment.
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You deserve to be happy and functional and leave past in the past. I will teach you how to be your own therapist by providing you with tools and skills you will use for a lifetime. Whatever you are struggling with, can be fixed and you will be able to live a productive and happy life. Anxiety, depression, stress, post-traumatic stress, grief, anger, insomnia, low self-esteem, and marital problems, can be reduced to a minimum, if not totally eliminated. I will meet you wherever you are right now in your life, and guide you gently from there to a more stable, balanced, and happier you.
You deserve to be happy and functional and leave past in the past. I will teach you how to be your own therapist by providing you with tools and skills you will use for a lifetime. Whatever you are struggling with, can be fixed and you will be able to live a productive and happy life. Anxiety, depression, stress, post-traumatic stress, grief, anger, insomnia, low self-esteem, and marital problems, can be reduced to a minimum, if not totally eliminated. I will meet you wherever you are right now in your life, and guide you gently from there to a more stable, balanced, and happier you.
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How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.