Grief Therapists in White Rock, BC
Arlene Geres Counselling Services
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
White Rock, BC V4B
Years ago, I wanted to kill myself because of loneliness, grief, anxiety and depression.
You do not need to suffer one second longer! I was once crippled by grief, depression and anxiety. I found the path to freedom, and now live a joyful life full of love and laughter. I offer a mature perspective shaped by years of experience gleaned from my own emotional growth as well as that of my clients. I continue to grow and study healing modalities such as mindfulness, meditation, CBT, tapping, as well as the power of self compassion, attachment and spirituality through courses, conferences and literary research. My greatest joy is guiding others onto their own path of joy, love and laughter. I look forward to meeting you!
Years ago, I wanted to kill myself because of loneliness, grief, anxiety and depression.
You do not need to suffer one second longer! I was once crippled by grief, depression and anxiety. I found the path to freedom, and now live a joyful life full of love and laughter. I offer a mature perspective shaped by years of experience gleaned from my own emotional growth as well as that of my clients. I continue to grow and study healing modalities such as mindfulness, meditation, CBT, tapping, as well as the power of self compassion, attachment and spirituality through courses, conferences and literary research. My greatest joy is guiding others onto their own path of joy, love and laughter. I look forward to meeting you!
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.
I have advanced training in Bereavement, Indigenous Focusing Therapy & Complex Trauma, Play Therapy, Burnout, Attachment Somatic Therapy, and Eating Disorder Prevention & Recovery.
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 have advanced training in Bereavement, Indigenous Focusing Therapy & Complex Trauma, Play Therapy, Burnout, Attachment Somatic Therapy, and Eating Disorder Prevention & Recovery.
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.
Tama Recker
Counsellor, RTC, QTTT, TTRT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
White Rock, BC V4B
Waitlist for new clients
At Eagle Tree Counselling & Wellness I support people with significant life changes - whether diagnosed with serious illness, living with chronic pain, anticipating end of life, or dealing with losses of people or pets close to you. Loss can impact people with changes to job, home, relationship, physical or cognitive ability, and more. Some of my work is with family caregivers, nurses and healthcare professionals who seek more self care, stress management and coping skills. Support available for managing anxiety, depression, effects of childhood trauma as an adult, and other challenges that prevent you from living the life you want.
At Eagle Tree Counselling & Wellness I support people with significant life changes - whether diagnosed with serious illness, living with chronic pain, anticipating end of life, or dealing with losses of people or pets close to you. Loss can impact people with changes to job, home, relationship, physical or cognitive ability, and more. Some of my work is with family caregivers, nurses and healthcare professionals who seek more self care, stress management and coping skills. Support available for managing anxiety, depression, effects of childhood trauma as an adult, and other challenges that prevent you from living the life you want.
Sara Jaswal | Grief & Loss Practitioner
Counsellor, RTC, EDU, Coach
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
White Rock, BC V4B
I know firsthand how heavy grief feels and how isolating it can be.
Hi! If you've found your way here, it’s likely because you're navigating the challenging terrain of grief. I'm sorry for your loss, and I'm so glad you're here. Grief is a deeply personal journey, and it’s not just about losing someone you love but also encompasses non- death losses such as life transitions, chronic health conditions, and other significant changes. You may feel overwhelmed by intense emotions, uncertainty about the future and not sure how to move forward. My goal is to support you in exploring all the ways grief is impacting your life and working towards finding meaning and purpose even when life feels uncertain.
I know firsthand how heavy grief feels and how isolating it can be.
Hi! If you've found your way here, it’s likely because you're navigating the challenging terrain of grief. I'm sorry for your loss, and I'm so glad you're here. Grief is a deeply personal journey, and it’s not just about losing someone you love but also encompasses non- death losses such as life transitions, chronic health conditions, and other significant changes. You may feel overwhelmed by intense emotions, uncertainty about the future and not sure how to move forward. My goal is to support you in exploring all the ways grief is impacting your life and working towards finding meaning and purpose even when life feels uncertain.
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.
I am passionate about bringing personalized approaches to my clients as they navigate challenges such as anxiety, grief, self-esteem, relationship challenges, parenting support, anger management, emotional regulation, life transitions, and depression.
Building a relationship based on trust, empathy, and respect is my top priority. I place a high value on relationships and believe that a positive therapeutic relationship is crucial to effective therapy. By creating a safe environment, I acknowledge that each individual is the expert on their own life. With this as a foundation, I strive to empower my clients to create their best lives. I am dedicated to putting the individual client’s needs at the center of my approach, recognizing that each client comes with their own unique experience and requirements.
I am passionate about bringing personalized approaches to my clients as they navigate challenges such as anxiety, grief, self-esteem, relationship challenges, parenting support, anger management, emotional regulation, life transitions, and depression.
Building a relationship based on trust, empathy, and respect is my top priority. I place a high value on relationships and believe that a positive therapeutic relationship is crucial to effective therapy. By creating a safe environment, I acknowledge that each individual is the expert on their own life. With this as a foundation, I strive to empower my clients to create their best lives. I am dedicated to putting the individual client’s needs at the center of my approach, recognizing that each client comes with their own unique experience and requirements.
Nirvana Counselling Lounge - Lola Opacic Lunot
Registered Social Worker
Verified Verified
White Rock, BC V4B
I am a Registered Social worker with over 15 years of experience in the field. I currently work in Inpatient Psychiatry at a local hospital as well as a Counselling Therapist for another counselling platform. I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise in many different areas of life (addictions, mental health, grief and loss, spousal conflict and abuse, child abuse, trauma, working with young adults, parenting). I am very passionate about working with new blended families and hope to guide my clients to achieve great family harmony.
I am a Registered Social worker with over 15 years of experience in the field. I currently work in Inpatient Psychiatry at a local hospital as well as a Counselling Therapist for another counselling platform. I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise in many different areas of life (addictions, mental health, grief and loss, spousal conflict and abuse, child abuse, trauma, working with young adults, parenting). I am very passionate about working with new blended families and hope to guide my clients to achieve great family harmony.
Let me guess, there's a part of you that wants to try out counselling and another that is skeptical of whether it will work. Perhaps you tried it before and it seemed like a waste of time and money. As a skeptic myself, I'm amazed at the inner healing I've experienced after finding the right counsellor! As a trained trauma therapist, my aim is to connect with you on a deep level so you can feel safe, seen and secure in each session. Together, we can come up with a plan to achieve your goals and work through your deepest issues, whether that be unresolved PTSD, trauma, addiction, grief, anxiety, or depression.
Let me guess, there's a part of you that wants to try out counselling and another that is skeptical of whether it will work. Perhaps you tried it before and it seemed like a waste of time and money. As a skeptic myself, I'm amazed at the inner healing I've experienced after finding the right counsellor! As a trained trauma therapist, my aim is to connect with you on a deep level so you can feel safe, seen and secure in each session. Together, we can come up with a plan to achieve your goals and work through your deepest issues, whether that be unresolved PTSD, trauma, addiction, grief, anxiety, or depression.
Sometimes you just feel stuck. Whether you are facing struggles in your current relationships, dealing with the loss of a parent or partner, facing moving out of your parents' home, facing retirement or recovering from significant illness,sometimes we all hit a point where we don't know what to do next. If this feels like something you can relate to, I am here to help.
Sometimes you just feel stuck. Whether you are facing struggles in your current relationships, dealing with the loss of a parent or partner, facing moving out of your parents' home, facing retirement or recovering from significant illness,sometimes we all hit a point where we don't know what to do next. If this feels like something you can relate to, I am here to help.
I help clients seek balance and understanding in their lives. I specialize in working with individual adults that are struggling with anxiety, anger management, communication skills, grief, loss, self-esteem, nutrition, trauma and relationships.
I help clients seek balance and understanding in their lives. I specialize in working with individual adults that are struggling with anxiety, anger management, communication skills, grief, loss, self-esteem, nutrition, trauma and relationships.
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Sometimes life is hard and we don't know how to manage our current challenges. It's important to realize that you're not alone and support IS out there. Whether you're finally ready to face past traumas, dealing with depression and anxiety, crippled by grief, lacking self-worth, or struggling with addictions, there can be an end to your suffering. That end includes remaking your life, your relationships, and sometimes your very identity. Though it may not feel like it now, you are on an exciting journey! With a little guidance, you can make it through.
Sometimes life is hard and we don't know how to manage our current challenges. It's important to realize that you're not alone and support IS out there. Whether you're finally ready to face past traumas, dealing with depression and anxiety, crippled by grief, lacking self-worth, or struggling with addictions, there can be an end to your suffering. That end includes remaking your life, your relationships, and sometimes your very identity. Though it may not feel like it now, you are on an exciting journey! With a little guidance, you can make it through.
Do you and your partner get stuck in repetitive arguments, where neither one of you feels heard or understood? You both end up frustrated and hurt, but you still love each other. Are you struggling to keep your marriage together after an infidelity or some other betrayal? There may be nothing obviously wrong in your marriage, but you feel lonely and disconnected. Are you troubled by traumatic memories of assault or childhood abuse? Are you still grieving long after the loss of a loved one?
Do you and your partner get stuck in repetitive arguments, where neither one of you feels heard or understood? You both end up frustrated and hurt, but you still love each other. Are you struggling to keep your marriage together after an infidelity or some other betrayal? There may be nothing obviously wrong in your marriage, but you feel lonely and disconnected. Are you troubled by traumatic memories of assault or childhood abuse? Are you still grieving long after the loss of a loved one?
I specialize in working with clients who struggle with stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, parenting, women's issues, divorce and relationship issues.
Dr. Karen Reilly is a Registered Clinical Counsellor who brings warmth, empathy and over 25 years of experience to help you improve your relationships, reduce anxiety or depression, cope with loss, and manage major life transitions. Counselling is a place to build on your strengths and find solutions to the many challenges you face every day. It is also a place to be truly heard in a compassionate and nonjudgmental environment. People come for so many reasons, but often the most pressing is an overwhelming sense of unhappiness with the life they are living. I can help you find a way to live the life you truly want to live.
I specialize in working with clients who struggle with stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, parenting, women's issues, divorce and relationship issues.
Dr. Karen Reilly is a Registered Clinical Counsellor who brings warmth, empathy and over 25 years of experience to help you improve your relationships, reduce anxiety or depression, cope with loss, and manage major life transitions. Counselling is a place to build on your strengths and find solutions to the many challenges you face every day. It is also a place to be truly heard in a compassionate and nonjudgmental environment. People come for so many reasons, but often the most pressing is an overwhelming sense of unhappiness with the life they are living. I can help you find a way to live the life you truly want to live.
If you have landed on my page, you are probably a woman experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, grief, a range of perinatal/fertility issues, or want to connect with who you are authentically. You are tired of feeling the way you do, and have tried different things but think you could benefit from the support of a non-judgmental and genuine counsellor.
If you have landed on my page, you are probably a woman experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, grief, a range of perinatal/fertility issues, or want to connect with who you are authentically. You are tired of feeling the way you do, and have tried different things but think you could benefit from the support of a non-judgmental and genuine counsellor.
Are you feeling stuck? Therapy can help you move forward from what's keeping you stuck. I would love to work with you so that you can live the life that you desire. I work predominately with issues such as trauma, depression, anxiety/stress, self-esteem, anger, relationships, divorce, career dissatisfaction and grief/ loss. My goal is to create a safe space which is respectful, insightful and supportive.
Are you feeling stuck? Therapy can help you move forward from what's keeping you stuck. I would love to work with you so that you can live the life that you desire. I work predominately with issues such as trauma, depression, anxiety/stress, self-esteem, anger, relationships, divorce, career dissatisfaction and grief/ loss. My goal is to create a safe space which is respectful, insightful and supportive.
Most recently I completed the San'yas Indigenous Cultural Safety training and Trauma training, as well as complicated grief through the ACT lens.
If you are looking for an authentic, warm counsellor who can support you as you find your way through difficult times I would love to meet with you & see how we can work together to create the change you want. I know that it can be hard to reach out that first time. I know because I have been in your shoes - I've done the work too. Life is hard. Working to improve it can be made easier by finding someone who you feel truly cares & feels safe to explore the deeper questions. Weaving together education & life experiences I offer unique perspectives & insight that can often ignite new ideas and ways forward for my clients.
Most recently I completed the San'yas Indigenous Cultural Safety training and Trauma training, as well as complicated grief through the ACT lens.
If you are looking for an authentic, warm counsellor who can support you as you find your way through difficult times I would love to meet with you & see how we can work together to create the change you want. I know that it can be hard to reach out that first time. I know because I have been in your shoes - I've done the work too. Life is hard. Working to improve it can be made easier by finding someone who you feel truly cares & feels safe to explore the deeper questions. Weaving together education & life experiences I offer unique perspectives & insight that can often ignite new ideas and ways forward for my clients.
Vitality Collective Counselling Centres
Counsellor, MA, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
White Rock, BC V4B
Vitality Collective offers therapy for trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, chronic illness and pain, grief, relationships and family, life transitions, addictions, emotion processing, parenting, neurodivergence, first responders and more.
We believe that therapy is for everyone. With offices located in Surrey, Vancouver, and Chilliwack, our specialized team consists of 20+ clinical counsellors who are uniquely skilled to help you heal and thrive. The research demonstrates that about 70% of what accounts for the change in therapy is based on the therapeutic relationship. It is so important to ensure the right fit; to make sure you feel understood and that you can trust your counsellor to be compassionate, non-judgemental, and professional. We support children, youth, adults, couples, and families to thrive.
Vitality Collective offers therapy for trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, chronic illness and pain, grief, relationships and family, life transitions, addictions, emotion processing, parenting, neurodivergence, first responders and more.
We believe that therapy is for everyone. With offices located in Surrey, Vancouver, and Chilliwack, our specialized team consists of 20+ clinical counsellors who are uniquely skilled to help you heal and thrive. The research demonstrates that about 70% of what accounts for the change in therapy is based on the therapeutic relationship. It is so important to ensure the right fit; to make sure you feel understood and that you can trust your counsellor to be compassionate, non-judgemental, and professional. We support children, youth, adults, couples, and families to thrive.
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.
Brett Jordan Maletic
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, BMsc, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
White Rock, BC V4B
I tend to focus on depression, anxiety, grief, loss and spiritual crisis.
Situated in the White Rock / South Surrey area, I am pleased to deliver relevant and effective therapeutic coaching for those who are looking for increased clarity, honest introspection, and rigorous developmental growth. This is a unique, holistic counselling approach that takes into account the whole person while helping to facilitate new pathways of insight and focus. I do this work in a number of ways. Some of these are drawn from current perspectives in grounded research in the behavioral sciences, while others are borrowed from timeless principles rooted in ancient healing perspectives.
I tend to focus on depression, anxiety, grief, loss and spiritual crisis.
Situated in the White Rock / South Surrey area, I am pleased to deliver relevant and effective therapeutic coaching for those who are looking for increased clarity, honest introspection, and rigorous developmental growth. This is a unique, holistic counselling approach that takes into account the whole person while helping to facilitate new pathways of insight and focus. I do this work in a number of ways. Some of these are drawn from current perspectives in grounded research in the behavioral sciences, while others are borrowed from timeless principles rooted in ancient healing perspectives.
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Grief Counsellors
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.