Narrative Therapists in Vancouver, BC
I work from a holistic and integrative person-centered perspective, using theory, tools and techniques from Attachment Theory, Somatic Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
Are you experiencing feelings of confusion or a sense of being stuck or lost? Do you find it difficult to connect with yourself or others in healthy ways? Perhaps you have a hard time feeling and connecting to your emotions? Being human is a challenging endeavour made more difficult by past unresolved trauma, unmet developmental needs, and a world that does not foster connection or awareness.
I work from a holistic and integrative person-centered perspective, using theory, tools and techniques from Attachment Theory, Somatic Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
Are you experiencing feelings of confusion or a sense of being stuck or lost? Do you find it difficult to connect with yourself or others in healthy ways? Perhaps you have a hard time feeling and connecting to your emotions? Being human is a challenging endeavour made more difficult by past unresolved trauma, unmet developmental needs, and a world that does not foster connection or awareness.
As I work in a client-centred way I will also pull tools from Narrative Therapy, Feminist Therapy, Polyvagal Theory & Trauma Therapy.
I view the counselling space as an opportunity to re-remember what you already know. I come into the space with the belief that we are all born with everything we need. It is through trauma, adversity, oppression, systems of power and various other life-experiences that close the doors to our inner world of knowing. Just as our bodies are able to heal from physical wounds, I believe we are also capable of healing our emotional wounds when we are able to access the innate Self. Accessing Self energy can heal our more vulnerable & wounded parts. Holding space for you to turn your greatest wounds into your greatest gifts.
As I work in a client-centred way I will also pull tools from Narrative Therapy, Feminist Therapy, Polyvagal Theory & Trauma Therapy.
I view the counselling space as an opportunity to re-remember what you already know. I come into the space with the belief that we are all born with everything we need. It is through trauma, adversity, oppression, systems of power and various other life-experiences that close the doors to our inner world of knowing. Just as our bodies are able to heal from physical wounds, I believe we are also capable of healing our emotional wounds when we are able to access the innate Self. Accessing Self energy can heal our more vulnerable & wounded parts. Holding space for you to turn your greatest wounds into your greatest gifts.
I draw from CBT, DBT, ACT and Narrative Therapy.
I have a deep personal understanding of the struggles faced by today’s youth and young adults. Growing up in an immigrant, working class family who came as Vietnamese boat refugees, I was the first Canadian-born child in my family. Because of this, I know first hand what it’s like to navigate life’s hardships, and that understanding has driven my lifelong passion to provide meaningful, compassionate mental health care to youth and young adults from all walks of life. My passion is to support you through the seasons of your life, pertaining to school, work, and relationships, with improved self-confidence and clarity in your decision
I draw from CBT, DBT, ACT and Narrative Therapy.
I have a deep personal understanding of the struggles faced by today’s youth and young adults. Growing up in an immigrant, working class family who came as Vietnamese boat refugees, I was the first Canadian-born child in my family. Because of this, I know first hand what it’s like to navigate life’s hardships, and that understanding has driven my lifelong passion to provide meaningful, compassionate mental health care to youth and young adults from all walks of life. My passion is to support you through the seasons of your life, pertaining to school, work, and relationships, with improved self-confidence and clarity in your decision
I have trained extensively in a therapeutic model called Narrative Therapy, an approach to counselling work that helps individuals to renegotiate their relationship to unhelpful stories and patterns and to connect with what matters to them in life.
Many of us have experienced the impacts of negative stories or beliefs about ourselves. These stories can serve to separate us from our preferred ways of living and being in the world. Have you had these types of experiences? Has this resulted in anxiety, depression, anger, low self-worth and/or despair or challenges with substance use? My work is focused on supporting you to renegotiate your relationship to these unhelpful stories. I am skilled at supporting people to (re)connect with their values, and hopes and to develop a new and preferred picture of themselves.
I have trained extensively in a therapeutic model called Narrative Therapy, an approach to counselling work that helps individuals to renegotiate their relationship to unhelpful stories and patterns and to connect with what matters to them in life.
Many of us have experienced the impacts of negative stories or beliefs about ourselves. These stories can serve to separate us from our preferred ways of living and being in the world. Have you had these types of experiences? Has this resulted in anxiety, depression, anger, low self-worth and/or despair or challenges with substance use? My work is focused on supporting you to renegotiate your relationship to these unhelpful stories. I am skilled at supporting people to (re)connect with their values, and hopes and to develop a new and preferred picture of themselves.
My favorite approaches to use include Narrative therapy and CBT.
Hello, and welcome to this healing space. I work with clients experiencing difficulties in various sectors of life, such as emotional regulation, depression and anxiety, and clients working through trauma, identity and relationship related issues. I work with many international, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ clients. Together, we embark on a healing journey led by the client, of which I am there to help them navigate the roads of their minds, while the client remains the driver at every point. I aim to offer a space where you can express whatever is on your mind without fear of judgement, and where you can feel safe to open up.
My favorite approaches to use include Narrative therapy and CBT.
Hello, and welcome to this healing space. I work with clients experiencing difficulties in various sectors of life, such as emotional regulation, depression and anxiety, and clients working through trauma, identity and relationship related issues. I work with many international, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ clients. Together, we embark on a healing journey led by the client, of which I am there to help them navigate the roads of their minds, while the client remains the driver at every point. I aim to offer a space where you can express whatever is on your mind without fear of judgement, and where you can feel safe to open up.
Tammam El-Khodor
Counsellor, Reg OT, MRSc, MEd, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V6J
As a clinical counsellor, I integrate different techniques in my counselling approach with a particular interest in using Narrative Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
I work with individuals and couples who seek to improve their mental health and relationships. I work with individuals, who experienced trauma, struggling with anxiety, and/ or seeking meaning to life events. My unique life experience exposed me to different cultures and ways of living, which included the Middle East, Europe, and North America. I believe that relationships, mental health, and behaviors are better understood when body, mind, and context are examined simultaneously. I work with my clients to navigate through their experiences, including their spirituality, to create helpful meanings in their lives.
As a clinical counsellor, I integrate different techniques in my counselling approach with a particular interest in using Narrative Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
I work with individuals and couples who seek to improve their mental health and relationships. I work with individuals, who experienced trauma, struggling with anxiety, and/ or seeking meaning to life events. My unique life experience exposed me to different cultures and ways of living, which included the Middle East, Europe, and North America. I believe that relationships, mental health, and behaviors are better understood when body, mind, and context are examined simultaneously. I work with my clients to navigate through their experiences, including their spirituality, to create helpful meanings in their lives.
I have twenty seven years experience providing psychotherapy for individuals, couples and groups affected by trauma/PTSD, anxiety, depression, other mood disorders, addictions, relationship difficulties, and personality style issues. I use a multimodal approach according to clients' needs, goals and preferences. The therapeutic modalities I practice include EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Therapeutic Enactment, expressive Arts, Narrative Therapy, Adlerian Psychology, CBT and DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy and Energy Psychology.
I have twenty seven years experience providing psychotherapy for individuals, couples and groups affected by trauma/PTSD, anxiety, depression, other mood disorders, addictions, relationship difficulties, and personality style issues. I use a multimodal approach according to clients' needs, goals and preferences. The therapeutic modalities I practice include EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Therapeutic Enactment, expressive Arts, Narrative Therapy, Adlerian Psychology, CBT and DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy and Energy Psychology.
Together, we can explore fears in a safe space, name and shift painful thought patterns, and soothe hard-to-control thoughts, using DBT, CBT and Narrative approaches.
Do you wonder if you’re the only one around who experiences the world with the intensity you do? Depending on how stressed you are, it may feel like you’re on alert or like you’re living in a soundproof glass box, cut off from others. You may have a hard time focusing on conversations with co-workers and family. You might have been told you’re "oversensitive" or have "no filter.". You may be feeling frustrated with yourself for not being able to get things together and just move forward, but the pandemic has made everything harder, and it feels like there are always too many moving parts. You want for a space to talk this through.
Together, we can explore fears in a safe space, name and shift painful thought patterns, and soothe hard-to-control thoughts, using DBT, CBT and Narrative approaches.
Do you wonder if you’re the only one around who experiences the world with the intensity you do? Depending on how stressed you are, it may feel like you’re on alert or like you’re living in a soundproof glass box, cut off from others. You may have a hard time focusing on conversations with co-workers and family. You might have been told you’re "oversensitive" or have "no filter.". You may be feeling frustrated with yourself for not being able to get things together and just move forward, but the pandemic has made everything harder, and it feels like there are always too many moving parts. You want for a space to talk this through.
Genevieve (Evi) Koehl
Counsellor, BSc, RN, MC, RCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V6G (Online Only)
My counselling approach mainly combines emotionally-focused and narrative therapies.
Welcome. I offer a gentle, curious and collaborative approach to counseling and mental health care. I support clients looking for a safe space to grow and heal. Common issues addressed are related to self-esteem, ADHD, trauma and relationship dynamics. We all need support from time to time, especially when it comes to building confidence after set-backs, trauma, loss or life transitions. I work with teens and adults who want to feel whole in themselves and live a more vibrantly and peaceful life.
My counselling approach mainly combines emotionally-focused and narrative therapies.
Welcome. I offer a gentle, curious and collaborative approach to counseling and mental health care. I support clients looking for a safe space to grow and heal. Common issues addressed are related to self-esteem, ADHD, trauma and relationship dynamics. We all need support from time to time, especially when it comes to building confidence after set-backs, trauma, loss or life transitions. I work with teens and adults who want to feel whole in themselves and live a more vibrantly and peaceful life.
Serena Zhang
Counsellor, MC, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V5T
Waitlist for new clients
My name is Serena and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC #18636) with a Master of Counselling degree from City University of Seattle. In my practice, I draw upon various theoretical approaches like Narrative, Mindfulness, and Solution Focused Therapies, along with my background in biology to ensure therapy is tailored to fit each individual client. I focus on developing safe, supportive, and collaborative relationships that promote empowerment and self-discovery.
My name is Serena and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC #18636) with a Master of Counselling degree from City University of Seattle. In my practice, I draw upon various theoretical approaches like Narrative, Mindfulness, and Solution Focused Therapies, along with my background in biology to ensure therapy is tailored to fit each individual client. I focus on developing safe, supportive, and collaborative relationships that promote empowerment and self-discovery.
I have experience in various counselling modalities such as Emotion Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy.
I offer my clients support and guidance to access and trust their inner wisdom, so that they can gain clarity on their struggles and refine their sense of purpose and direction. I also provide clients with the necessary tools to help them achieve their goals. As human beings we have a common desire to better connect with ourselves and others, and become more present and engaged with our lives. I believe that good counselling can help clients achieve insight, connection, and freedom from their personal struggles. I help clients work through struggles such as grief, depression, anxiety, relationship and family conflict.
I have experience in various counselling modalities such as Emotion Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy.
I offer my clients support and guidance to access and trust their inner wisdom, so that they can gain clarity on their struggles and refine their sense of purpose and direction. I also provide clients with the necessary tools to help them achieve their goals. As human beings we have a common desire to better connect with ourselves and others, and become more present and engaged with our lives. I believe that good counselling can help clients achieve insight, connection, and freedom from their personal struggles. I help clients work through struggles such as grief, depression, anxiety, relationship and family conflict.
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I often weave narrative therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy into our practice.
I believe therapy goes beyond just talk, a chance to explore parts of ourselves that have been shut away in order to make it through the day. If you choose, I would love to start this journey with you and explore what is needed to work towards healing and growth.
I often weave narrative therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy into our practice.
I believe therapy goes beyond just talk, a chance to explore parts of ourselves that have been shut away in order to make it through the day. If you choose, I would love to start this journey with you and explore what is needed to work towards healing and growth.
My therapeutic approach has been influenced by a range of disciplines and anti-oppressive frameworks - however, my practice is most influenced by Narrative Therapy. Narrative therapy invites the therapist and person seeking change to work collaboratively in unpacking unhelpful narratives that are carried and re-authoring our own narratives towards new, helpful changes. Problems often dominate the story of who we are and help us to make unhelpful conclusions about ourselves. In fact, many people report that those problems can completely consume their sense of who they are. From this approach, I hold the stance that ‘you are not the problem, the problem is the problem’ (White, M) and together, we can explore how problems may be dominating your story, working together to re-author it. In my experience I have worked with many individuals, families, and couples renegotiating their relationship to various problems. Contact me today to discuss re-authoring your narrative.
My therapeutic approach has been influenced by a range of disciplines and anti-oppressive frameworks - however, my practice is most influenced by Narrative Therapy. Narrative therapy invites the therapist and person seeking change to work collaboratively in unpacking unhelpful narratives that are carried and re-authoring our own narratives towards new, helpful changes. Problems often dominate the story of who we are and help us to make unhelpful conclusions about ourselves. In fact, many people report that those problems can completely consume their sense of who they are. From this approach, I hold the stance that ‘you are not the problem, the problem is the problem’ (White, M) and together, we can explore how problems may be dominating your story, working together to re-author it. In my experience I have worked with many individuals, families, and couples renegotiating their relationship to various problems. Contact me today to discuss re-authoring your narrative.
I want you to bring the awkward, quirky and weird parts of yourself into the work we do together. I often see adults & youth who sometimes feel as though there are social rules they don't understand, people who's politics are apart of their hearts and people going through life transitions (big and small). My practice is strongly informed by Narrative Therapy, an approach that is highly collaborative and helps people to reconnect to their values, strengths and skills in order to move away from problems. My own experiences of almost 20 years of advocacy community/youth work, neurodiversity and parenting also informs my practice.
I want you to bring the awkward, quirky and weird parts of yourself into the work we do together. I often see adults & youth who sometimes feel as though there are social rules they don't understand, people who's politics are apart of their hearts and people going through life transitions (big and small). My practice is strongly informed by Narrative Therapy, an approach that is highly collaborative and helps people to reconnect to their values, strengths and skills in order to move away from problems. My own experiences of almost 20 years of advocacy community/youth work, neurodiversity and parenting also informs my practice.
I offer a form a therapy called Narrative Therapy which is a collaborative and non-pathologizing approach.
I work with clients who want to find relief from their struggles with the following: depression, anxiety, anger, grief and loss, worthlessness, despair, disordered eating, life/work transitions, addiction (substances, pornography and gambling), and the negative impact of sexism, racism, homophobia, transphobia, and poverty. Often in the beginning, people come in feeling overwhelmed and frustrated and may be clearer initially of what isn't working for them or what they no longer want in their life. I believe these feelings are a resource to reveal what you do want in your life, what's important to you, your values, hopes, dreams and commitments.
I offer a form a therapy called Narrative Therapy which is a collaborative and non-pathologizing approach.
I work with clients who want to find relief from their struggles with the following: depression, anxiety, anger, grief and loss, worthlessness, despair, disordered eating, life/work transitions, addiction (substances, pornography and gambling), and the negative impact of sexism, racism, homophobia, transphobia, and poverty. Often in the beginning, people come in feeling overwhelmed and frustrated and may be clearer initially of what isn't working for them or what they no longer want in their life. I believe these feelings are a resource to reveal what you do want in your life, what's important to you, your values, hopes, dreams and commitments.
I offer a variety of techniques, such as somatic experiencing, cbt, ifs, narrative therapy.
Have you found yourself feeling overwhelmed, spending your days anxious or depressed? Perhaps you've received unhelpful advice, read self-help books, or tried to power through. People are hard-wired for connection, and we heal through relationships. Therapy can be a safe place to develop connection, heal childhood wounds, rewire your nervous system, accept yourself, and experience more joy and confidence. I use what I've learned on my own healing journey, as well as from my professional experience, to help others develop a happier, more meaningful life and better relationships.
I offer a variety of techniques, such as somatic experiencing, cbt, ifs, narrative therapy.
Have you found yourself feeling overwhelmed, spending your days anxious or depressed? Perhaps you've received unhelpful advice, read self-help books, or tried to power through. People are hard-wired for connection, and we heal through relationships. Therapy can be a safe place to develop connection, heal childhood wounds, rewire your nervous system, accept yourself, and experience more joy and confidence. I use what I've learned on my own healing journey, as well as from my professional experience, to help others develop a happier, more meaningful life and better relationships.
My philosophy as a counsellor is founded on a collaborative approach. Together, we explore perspectives, abilities, strengths you can draw from, as well as, barriers that may be impeding, the changes you seek. We are all experts of our own lives and you possess important knowledge, skills, and abilities vital to making changes in your life. Two counselling theories I identify most with include: Narrative Therapy and Existential/Logotherapy. In 2022 I trained in EMDR. It was transcendental both experiencing it as a client and as clinician. The research behind this therapy is so robust, I have also actively integrated into practice.
My philosophy as a counsellor is founded on a collaborative approach. Together, we explore perspectives, abilities, strengths you can draw from, as well as, barriers that may be impeding, the changes you seek. We are all experts of our own lives and you possess important knowledge, skills, and abilities vital to making changes in your life. Two counselling theories I identify most with include: Narrative Therapy and Existential/Logotherapy. In 2022 I trained in EMDR. It was transcendental both experiencing it as a client and as clinician. The research behind this therapy is so robust, I have also actively integrated into practice.
Some of the tools I often utilize include mindfulness-based therapies, CBT approaches, solution-focused therapy, psycho-somatic approaches, EFT, ACT, EMDR, psycho-analytic approaches, & narrative therapy.
Each of us is equipped with the inner strength, wisdom, and the will to survive and even thrive despite the most difficult challenges of life. I treat you as an expert on your own life. Only you truly know where you have been; where you are now; and where you would like to be. I come alongside you to hold space, ask the right questions, and support you with the tried and tested tools of psychotherapy to guide you on your path to psychological wholeness. Thank you for considering my support in your healing journey. "These pains you feel are messengers. Listen to them." – Rumi.
Some of the tools I often utilize include mindfulness-based therapies, CBT approaches, solution-focused therapy, psycho-somatic approaches, EFT, ACT, EMDR, psycho-analytic approaches, & narrative therapy.
Each of us is equipped with the inner strength, wisdom, and the will to survive and even thrive despite the most difficult challenges of life. I treat you as an expert on your own life. Only you truly know where you have been; where you are now; and where you would like to be. I come alongside you to hold space, ask the right questions, and support you with the tried and tested tools of psychotherapy to guide you on your path to psychological wholeness. Thank you for considering my support in your healing journey. "These pains you feel are messengers. Listen to them." – Rumi.
Sadhna Herod
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V6Z (Online Only)
I strongly believe that each client has the capability for recovery, acceptance, and wellness. As a therapist, my role is to provide a safe and compassionate space to process thoughts, feelings and behaviours that may be preventing clients from being the best version of themselves. I am a client-led, trauma-informed practitioner and am warm, genuine, and collaborative. Some approaches I draw from are Attachment Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness practices and Self-Compassion. I also utilize an intersectional, anti-racist, anti-oppressive, anti-colonial and strengths-based approach.
I strongly believe that each client has the capability for recovery, acceptance, and wellness. As a therapist, my role is to provide a safe and compassionate space to process thoughts, feelings and behaviours that may be preventing clients from being the best version of themselves. I am a client-led, trauma-informed practitioner and am warm, genuine, and collaborative. Some approaches I draw from are Attachment Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness practices and Self-Compassion. I also utilize an intersectional, anti-racist, anti-oppressive, anti-colonial and strengths-based approach.
I bring a rich toolkit of helping modalities to our sessions, including somatic therapy, Gottman method, narrative therapy, existentialism and solution-focused approaches all from a response-based lens.
I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, parenthood, and those navigating past and present trauma and/or violence. Whether it's improving relationships, developing effective parenting strategies, managing ADHD-related challenges, working with substance-use or reducing anxiety symptoms, I offer a space to collaboratively work toward relief, understanding and self-discovery.
I bring a rich toolkit of helping modalities to our sessions, including somatic therapy, Gottman method, narrative therapy, existentialism and solution-focused approaches all from a response-based lens.
I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, parenthood, and those navigating past and present trauma and/or violence. Whether it's improving relationships, developing effective parenting strategies, managing ADHD-related challenges, working with substance-use or reducing anxiety symptoms, I offer a space to collaboratively work toward relief, understanding and self-discovery.
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