Codependency Therapists in West Vancouver, BC

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Jeanie Olivia McKenzie
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Vancouver, BC V7T
I support the healthy and productive personality changes to effectively break free from codependency, resolve conflict and deal with emotional crisis, depression and anxiety.
I am married and a mother of four with personal experience confronting the issues that couples and single parents face in parenting children through youth,adolescence and early adulthood. I have a deep understanding of the complex challenges parents and children must deal with in today's changing world. I also work with families that have been affected by the disease of alcohol and drug addiction. I educate,, give support in recovery and help families adjust to the many changes in family life after a loved one decides to make clean and sober decisions for a new start in life.
I support the healthy and productive personality changes to effectively break free from codependency, resolve conflict and deal with emotional crisis, depression and anxiety.
I am married and a mother of four with personal experience confronting the issues that couples and single parents face in parenting children through youth,adolescence and early adulthood. I have a deep understanding of the complex challenges parents and children must deal with in today's changing world. I also work with families that have been affected by the disease of alcohol and drug addiction. I educate,, give support in recovery and help families adjust to the many changes in family life after a loved one decides to make clean and sober decisions for a new start in life.
(604) 265-5426 View (604) 265-5426
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Sharon R. Jackson
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, ICADC, CIP, CCAC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
West Vancouver, BC V7T
A warm welcome to you! I'm here to assist you with questions about your own substance or behavioral addiction or your concerns about a partner, friend or relative. I provide trauma-informed counselling, education, assessment, outpatient treatment, inpatient aftercare, referral and consultation. I hold multiple credentials as a Certified Addiction Specialist, with mandated on-going study in the field. I am happy to increase understanding about your situation, see if we're a good fit or provide resources and appropriate referrals to get you the help you need, free of charge, with a 'meet up' consult.
A warm welcome to you! I'm here to assist you with questions about your own substance or behavioral addiction or your concerns about a partner, friend or relative. I provide trauma-informed counselling, education, assessment, outpatient treatment, inpatient aftercare, referral and consultation. I hold multiple credentials as a Certified Addiction Specialist, with mandated on-going study in the field. I am happy to increase understanding about your situation, see if we're a good fit or provide resources and appropriate referrals to get you the help you need, free of charge, with a 'meet up' consult.
(855) 982-1256 View (855) 982-1256
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Lisa Holien
Counsellor, BA, MACP, CCC
Verified Verified
West Vancouver, BC V7V
Are your usual ways of dealing with things no longer working? Is it time to look at something that has been troubling you for a while? Perhaps you could use some help looking into your life to develop a deeper understanding of your journey. Carl Jung said, “Only what is really oneself has the power to heal.” Your challenges will be seen 'guideposts' that help us understand your life in a meaningful way. As a registered psychotherapist, my orientation is based in depth psychology and I am dedicated to helping you fully see yourself with compassionate eyes so that symptom and suffering can be transformed into wholeness and healing.
Are your usual ways of dealing with things no longer working? Is it time to look at something that has been troubling you for a while? Perhaps you could use some help looking into your life to develop a deeper understanding of your journey. Carl Jung said, “Only what is really oneself has the power to heal.” Your challenges will be seen 'guideposts' that help us understand your life in a meaningful way. As a registered psychotherapist, my orientation is based in depth psychology and I am dedicated to helping you fully see yourself with compassionate eyes so that symptom and suffering can be transformed into wholeness and healing.
(778) 760-0319 View (778) 760-0319
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Heather Aikman
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
West Vancouver, BC V7V
My warm and pragmatic approach supports clients in moving from a self-limiting pattern of behaviour to a space of self-awareness and efficacy. I offer a non-judgmental environment where concerns are addressed with compassion and respect. I assist individuals, families, and relationships in clarifying their personal insights and developing deeper perspectives about their own challenges. Through my wealth of experience and advanced expertise, I support clients by providing tools and strategies unique to their individualized needs.
My warm and pragmatic approach supports clients in moving from a self-limiting pattern of behaviour to a space of self-awareness and efficacy. I offer a non-judgmental environment where concerns are addressed with compassion and respect. I assist individuals, families, and relationships in clarifying their personal insights and developing deeper perspectives about their own challenges. Through my wealth of experience and advanced expertise, I support clients by providing tools and strategies unique to their individualized needs.
(604) 644-7449 View (604) 644-7449
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Kathy Merabian
Counsellor, MA, RCC, CPF
Verified Verified
West Vancouver, BC V7T
Choosing the right counsellor for yourself or your child is not easy, yet a trusting and comfortable relationship with your counsellor is fundamental to success. I make it my priority to establish an open, honest and warm relationship with my clients. Next, I use effective and concrete interventions to address the specific goals my clients present to me. Together we come up with a plan which we follow for the duration of our work together. If you are motivated and want to make concrete changes in your life, I may be the right fit for you.
Choosing the right counsellor for yourself or your child is not easy, yet a trusting and comfortable relationship with your counsellor is fundamental to success. I make it my priority to establish an open, honest and warm relationship with my clients. Next, I use effective and concrete interventions to address the specific goals my clients present to me. Together we come up with a plan which we follow for the duration of our work together. If you are motivated and want to make concrete changes in your life, I may be the right fit for you.
(604) 265-9289 View (604) 265-9289
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Wayne Wong
Counsellor, MA
Verified Verified
West Vancouver, BC V7V
Personal growth occurs when a space is created to support individuals, relationships, and families to gain a deeper understanding of themselves, lending to greater meaning in life. My approach aligns with many psychological and coaching frameworks that encourage self-awareness, and introspection. By providing a supportive environment, my clients experience a greater sense of self and personal understanding while gaining an excitement for life that promotes substantial personal well-being.
Personal growth occurs when a space is created to support individuals, relationships, and families to gain a deeper understanding of themselves, lending to greater meaning in life. My approach aligns with many psychological and coaching frameworks that encourage self-awareness, and introspection. By providing a supportive environment, my clients experience a greater sense of self and personal understanding while gaining an excitement for life that promotes substantial personal well-being.
(450) 485-7091 View (450) 485-7091
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Kellie M Shamenski
Counsellor, LMFT, RCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Vancouver, BC V7V
Nurturing a healthier, kinder relationship with all of your parts can be challenging, particularly if you have experienced trauma within your relationships. When we have experiences that mimic and reinforce the old thoughts, feelings and assumptions that we have always had about ourselves and/or others we can feel stuck, uncertain, scared or angry. We want to get out of these loops and free ourselves from the limiting beliefs and patterns that have misdirected us. Contrary to how it may feel at times, these are realistic goals!
Nurturing a healthier, kinder relationship with all of your parts can be challenging, particularly if you have experienced trauma within your relationships. When we have experiences that mimic and reinforce the old thoughts, feelings and assumptions that we have always had about ourselves and/or others we can feel stuck, uncertain, scared or angry. We want to get out of these loops and free ourselves from the limiting beliefs and patterns that have misdirected us. Contrary to how it may feel at times, these are realistic goals!
(249) 504-1813 View (249) 504-1813
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Alexandra Goult
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
West Vancouver, BC V7W  (Online Only)
Are you craving a safe space where you can start learning more about yourself and your patterns? Do you find that the same challenges often come up in your life but you aren't sure how to move through them? This is very often what people describe when first coming to therapy. I firmly believe that our adult patterns are the direct result of painful or overwhelming experiences that we had as children. By making connections between the past and the present, we learn how to meaningfully change our lives.
Are you craving a safe space where you can start learning more about yourself and your patterns? Do you find that the same challenges often come up in your life but you aren't sure how to move through them? This is very often what people describe when first coming to therapy. I firmly believe that our adult patterns are the direct result of painful or overwhelming experiences that we had as children. By making connections between the past and the present, we learn how to meaningfully change our lives.
(778) 764-1843 View (778) 764-1843
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Suzanne St John Smith
Counsellor, MA, CCC
Verified Verified
West Vancouver, BC V7V
Hello, I'm a West Vancouver psychotherapist in private practice serving West Vancouver, North Vancouver, Burnaby, and Metro Vancouver. I offer counselling and psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, and families. Practice areas include relationship counseling, depression, anxiety, grief counseling, sexuality, separation & divorce, anger management, and mid-life issues.
Hello, I'm a West Vancouver psychotherapist in private practice serving West Vancouver, North Vancouver, Burnaby, and Metro Vancouver. I offer counselling and psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, and families. Practice areas include relationship counseling, depression, anxiety, grief counseling, sexuality, separation & divorce, anger management, and mid-life issues.
(866) 775-9233 View (866) 775-9233
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Howard Wong
Counsellor, PsyD, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Vancouver, BC V7T  (Online Only)
My expertise lies in psychotherapy/counseling for adults, teenagers, children (> 9 years old), and couples with depressive and anxiety disorders, PTSD, grief, substance use, life transitions, self-esteem, parenting and couple relationships, as well as workplace/academic stress. Sessions can be conducted in English, Cantonese and Mandarin
My expertise lies in psychotherapy/counseling for adults, teenagers, children (> 9 years old), and couples with depressive and anxiety disorders, PTSD, grief, substance use, life transitions, self-esteem, parenting and couple relationships, as well as workplace/academic stress. Sessions can be conducted in English, Cantonese and Mandarin
(672) 800-1681 View (672) 800-1681
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Pegah Counselling
Counsellor, RCC, MCP, Ind Eng, Com Eng
Verified Verified
West Vancouver, BC V7V
Pegah believes in the unlimited potential and the power that we all share as a human being. I believe the major reason that individuals would encounter barriers and gridlocks in the process of accessing their potentials and internal resources is the primary context as well as their current one. Therefore, I provide my clients with my full presence and genuine support during their journey of self-discovery and actualization of their unique gift and potential that embedded in each of us since our birth.
Pegah believes in the unlimited potential and the power that we all share as a human being. I believe the major reason that individuals would encounter barriers and gridlocks in the process of accessing their potentials and internal resources is the primary context as well as their current one. Therefore, I provide my clients with my full presence and genuine support during their journey of self-discovery and actualization of their unique gift and potential that embedded in each of us since our birth.
(289) 302-5979 View (289) 302-5979
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Angela Merasty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Vancouver, BC V7P
I specialize in helping youth (14+) and adults address unresolved inner or outer conflict that may be manifesting in emotional pain or impacting wellness. I have helped clients experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, substance use, and trauma. As well as with self-esteem, boundaries and achieving more healthy communication. I have also helped individuals walk through complex concurrent struggles with substance use and mental or emotional challenges.
I specialize in helping youth (14+) and adults address unresolved inner or outer conflict that may be manifesting in emotional pain or impacting wellness. I have helped clients experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, substance use, and trauma. As well as with self-esteem, boundaries and achieving more healthy communication. I have also helped individuals walk through complex concurrent struggles with substance use and mental or emotional challenges.
(226) 840-6211 View (226) 840-6211
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Traci Osullivan
Counsellor, MA
Verified Verified
West Vancouver, BC V7V
Psychodynamic/ Jungian/ Psychoanalytic /Object relations and Family systems theories inform my work. I have been involved in the study and practice of psychology since 1984. My M.A. is in Clinical Psychology and I have 3 years of additional study in Clinical Psychology with a focus in Depth Psychology. Clients will explore current circumstances as well as how generational influences and relationships have impacted their way of viewing the world. I encourage exploration of patterns as well as dream work to engage deeper unconscious processes.
Psychodynamic/ Jungian/ Psychoanalytic /Object relations and Family systems theories inform my work. I have been involved in the study and practice of psychology since 1984. My M.A. is in Clinical Psychology and I have 3 years of additional study in Clinical Psychology with a focus in Depth Psychology. Clients will explore current circumstances as well as how generational influences and relationships have impacted their way of viewing the world. I encourage exploration of patterns as well as dream work to engage deeper unconscious processes.
(778) 766-3905 View (778) 766-3905
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Coastal Synergy Psychotherapy and Counselling Serv
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Vancouver, BC V7T  (Online Only)
People don't need to be rescued or saved. They need the knowledge of their own power, and how to access it" (unknown) My own unique healing signature comes from using both indigenous way of knowing and by using western modalities. Most of my clients experience symptoms of Complex Post Traumatic Stress. I draw on various modalities that are used to shift energy in mental, behavioral, and psycho-spiritual transformations. As well as being able to look at self, to love self and feel safe enough to stand in their own unique magical self. I practice this daily by owning my unique quirky side of me. We are all sacred.
People don't need to be rescued or saved. They need the knowledge of their own power, and how to access it" (unknown) My own unique healing signature comes from using both indigenous way of knowing and by using western modalities. Most of my clients experience symptoms of Complex Post Traumatic Stress. I draw on various modalities that are used to shift energy in mental, behavioral, and psycho-spiritual transformations. As well as being able to look at self, to love self and feel safe enough to stand in their own unique magical self. I practice this daily by owning my unique quirky side of me. We are all sacred.
(579) 589-5530 View (579) 589-5530
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Steven Keeler
Counsellor, CCC, LMFT, LCPC, RCC
Verified Verified
West Vancouver, BC V7T
Most of us are yearning for more out of life and our relationships. We yearn for more freedom, more choice, more love, more adventure, more willingness to risk, more contribution, more peace, more belonging. Clients say that as a result of seeing me for therapy, they experience themselves as having a renewed sense of purpose, direction, more freedom, peace, energy, vitality and a stronger connection to their own life force. I am unique from others in my field because I have devoted my life to learning how to help my clients actually transform what is holding them back rather than just talking about it.
Most of us are yearning for more out of life and our relationships. We yearn for more freedom, more choice, more love, more adventure, more willingness to risk, more contribution, more peace, more belonging. Clients say that as a result of seeing me for therapy, they experience themselves as having a renewed sense of purpose, direction, more freedom, peace, energy, vitality and a stronger connection to their own life force. I am unique from others in my field because I have devoted my life to learning how to help my clients actually transform what is holding them back rather than just talking about it.
(866) 530-2864 View (866) 530-2864
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Goli Shifteh
Counsellor, RPC, CPCA
Verified Verified
West Vancouver, BC V7V
I believe the core of human development is physiological, psychological and spiritual. Supportive therapy can help awaken an individual's dormant spirit and guide them through profound personal transformations. I work with adults, couples, and groups. I apply client-centered Lifespan Integration (LI) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). In addition, I add a Cross-Cultural approach when working with my immigrant clients (Iranians & other immigrant communities). LI: The human mind develops interactively in response to the early childhood environment. The developing neural system "hardwire" interprets events and stays with individuals throughout their lifetime.
I believe the core of human development is physiological, psychological and spiritual. Supportive therapy can help awaken an individual's dormant spirit and guide them through profound personal transformations. I work with adults, couples, and groups. I apply client-centered Lifespan Integration (LI) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). In addition, I add a Cross-Cultural approach when working with my immigrant clients (Iranians & other immigrant communities). LI: The human mind develops interactively in response to the early childhood environment. The developing neural system "hardwire" interprets events and stays with individuals throughout their lifetime.
(778) 766-5324 View (778) 766-5324
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Dr. Rose Honar
Counsellor, PsyD, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Vancouver, BC V7P  (Online Only)
I specialize in working with adults, utilizing a warm, attachment-focused, trauma-informed, non-judgemental, and collaborative approach. Of particular specialization, is my extensive clinical experience working with individuals in the Emerging Adulthood years, aged 18-29. This age period is an increasingly complex and novel terrain, full of questions and transitions that can feel overwhelming if undertaken alone. My approach is compassionate and values-based, to help you lead the life you want to live.
I specialize in working with adults, utilizing a warm, attachment-focused, trauma-informed, non-judgemental, and collaborative approach. Of particular specialization, is my extensive clinical experience working with individuals in the Emerging Adulthood years, aged 18-29. This age period is an increasingly complex and novel terrain, full of questions and transitions that can feel overwhelming if undertaken alone. My approach is compassionate and values-based, to help you lead the life you want to live.
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BE Counselling
Counsellor, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
West Vancouver, BC V7V
I am a dedicated yoga practitioner and Teacher and a holistic wellness counsellor with a passion for guiding individuals and families towards balance and recovery. I bring over a decade of experience supporting individuals on their transformative journey towards healing and self-discovery. With a Master's in Social Work and registration with the BC College of Social Workers, and extensive knowledge and training in yoga and mindfulness, I merge evidence-based practices with a profound respect for diverse wisdom traditions.
I am a dedicated yoga practitioner and Teacher and a holistic wellness counsellor with a passion for guiding individuals and families towards balance and recovery. I bring over a decade of experience supporting individuals on their transformative journey towards healing and self-discovery. With a Master's in Social Work and registration with the BC College of Social Workers, and extensive knowledge and training in yoga and mindfulness, I merge evidence-based practices with a profound respect for diverse wisdom traditions.
(249) 201-6377 View (249) 201-6377
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Frances Brown Counselling
Counsellor, MEd, RPC, MTC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Vancouver, BC V7W
I'm a Registered Professional Counsellor with a wealth of experience helping couples and individuals create happier lives. Couples stuck in escalating arguments can feel alone and panicky. No matter how hard you try to resolve your pain, hopelessness grows. I can help you clarify your most important issues and learn to communicate in ways that reassure. I have helped hundreds of couples strengthen their connection and experience renewed love and intimacy that lasts. I warmly support individuals caught in old limiting patterns and beliefs to explore and transform places of pain into a life of more possibility.
I'm a Registered Professional Counsellor with a wealth of experience helping couples and individuals create happier lives. Couples stuck in escalating arguments can feel alone and panicky. No matter how hard you try to resolve your pain, hopelessness grows. I can help you clarify your most important issues and learn to communicate in ways that reassure. I have helped hundreds of couples strengthen their connection and experience renewed love and intimacy that lasts. I warmly support individuals caught in old limiting patterns and beliefs to explore and transform places of pain into a life of more possibility.
(866) 681-1672 View (866) 681-1672
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Nelson Sacristan
Counsellor, MA, CSAT, CASAC, LMHC, CMAT
Verified Verified
West Vancouver, BC V7T
Thank you for taking the time to check out this profile. I have been working in the addiction field for over 27 years. I am a Certified Sex Addictions Therapist, Certified Multiple Addictions Therapist, Certified Betrayed Partner Therapist and a Rainbow Advocate through the International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals. I also have a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology. I have worked with families and partners of people with addictions. I truly enjoy helping people understand addiction, its dynamics, and its impact on self and others. I walk alongside my clients in recovery, and that is extremely rewarding.
Thank you for taking the time to check out this profile. I have been working in the addiction field for over 27 years. I am a Certified Sex Addictions Therapist, Certified Multiple Addictions Therapist, Certified Betrayed Partner Therapist and a Rainbow Advocate through the International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals. I also have a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology. I have worked with families and partners of people with addictions. I truly enjoy helping people understand addiction, its dynamics, and its impact on self and others. I walk alongside my clients in recovery, and that is extremely rewarding.
(778) 764-1954 View (778) 764-1954
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Codependency Counsellors

What therapy types help with codependency problems?

Both couples and family therapy and cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) can help with the relationship difficulties referred to as codependency. Such problems typically include inappropriate feelings of responsibility for a loved one’s destructive behavior, irrational patterns of thinking about such behavior, and family interaction patterns in which the needs of one troubled member override the needs of others in a household.

What happens in therapy for codependency?

Spouses and family members learn and practice how to interact and support each other in a healthy way without sacrificing their own needs or well-being. They learn the limits of their responsibility for their loved ones and correct faulty patterns of thinking and feeling that underlie codependent behavior. Individuals may be encouraged to nurture an array of social relationships and to cultivate their own talents and interests so that they develop a healthy sense of self outside the family.

How does therapy help a person or couple overcome codependency?

Therapy helps people establish healthy ways of being in a relationship. Spouses and family members learn how to nurture and support one another without sacrificing their own needs or allowing the needs of one person to dominate the dynamic. Individuals learn how to say no and set boundaries, and how to maintain their own identity and self-esteem. Therapy helps people understand that they are not responsible for the feelings and actions of others. It also helps individuals deal with the turbulence that can come from living with a person suffering from such conditions as substance abuse and mental illness.

What is the goal of therapy for codependency?

One goal of therapy for codependency is to alleviate feelings of responsibility for and correct irrational patterns of thinking about loved ones whose behavioral problems override the needs of others in a household. Therapy helps people establish healthy boundaries of behavior and speak up for their own needs in a relationship. In addition, people learn how to maintain a healthy relationship, one in which both parties give and receive equally and are able to retain their own identity.