Family Therapy in North Vancouver, BC
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Chantal Bourke
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
North Vancouver, BC V7J
Waitlist for new clients
Chantal focuses on a therapeutic approach called Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT).
Chantal Bourke is a Registered Clinical Counsellor who sees clients in person in North Vancouver and virtually all over the province of BC and Canada. Chantal has worked with children, adolescents and their families for the last 10 years. Chantal’s focus has been on mental health, family systems, parent coaching, and systemic practices. Over the course of her career, she has worked at BC Children's Hospital, The Maples Treatment Center and Child and Youth Mental Health. Chantal has worked with a variety of mental health diagnoses such as, but not limited to: Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Attachment Styles, and Parenting and Psychosis
Chantal focuses on a therapeutic approach called Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT).
Chantal Bourke is a Registered Clinical Counsellor who sees clients in person in North Vancouver and virtually all over the province of BC and Canada. Chantal has worked with children, adolescents and their families for the last 10 years. Chantal’s focus has been on mental health, family systems, parent coaching, and systemic practices. Over the course of her career, she has worked at BC Children's Hospital, The Maples Treatment Center and Child and Youth Mental Health. Chantal has worked with a variety of mental health diagnoses such as, but not limited to: Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Attachment Styles, and Parenting and Psychosis
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Shereen Khan
Counsellor, PhD MA, RCC NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Vancouver, BC V7J
Are you struggling? Or have felt numb, on auto-pilot too long? I work with individuals, couples, and families to transform life challenges into opportunities for growth and connection. My experiences include working with a variety of age-groups and mental health concerns. Some of my areas of specialty include relationships, infidelity, sex, divorce and family difficulties. As well, overcoming symptoms of trauma and recovery from abuse (sexual, physical, spiritual) and grief. My aims are to help clients to feel empowered, heal from trauma, and have more understanding of themselves and others.
Are you struggling? Or have felt numb, on auto-pilot too long? I work with individuals, couples, and families to transform life challenges into opportunities for growth and connection. My experiences include working with a variety of age-groups and mental health concerns. Some of my areas of specialty include relationships, infidelity, sex, divorce and family difficulties. As well, overcoming symptoms of trauma and recovery from abuse (sexual, physical, spiritual) and grief. My aims are to help clients to feel empowered, heal from trauma, and have more understanding of themselves and others.
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My approach is holistic, practicing a combination of transpersonal psychology, person-centered, gestalt and family systems therapy, somatic and mindful techniques to guide us to the source of your current struggle.
Life’s challenges can be difficult to cope with. We all feel stuck at some point in our lives and need support. Stress can leave you drained, anxious, ruminating and wondering how to move forward. Life-transition(s) can be challenging and overwhelming whether it be moving to a new place, changes in a significant relationship, or the loss of a loved one. You are not alone. Thank you for taking a step to look into therapy. In doing so you are taking an active part in your healing, courageously reaching for what you would like to have in your life. I will support you with building awareness and increasing resiliency.
My approach is holistic, practicing a combination of transpersonal psychology, person-centered, gestalt and family systems therapy, somatic and mindful techniques to guide us to the source of your current struggle.
Life’s challenges can be difficult to cope with. We all feel stuck at some point in our lives and need support. Stress can leave you drained, anxious, ruminating and wondering how to move forward. Life-transition(s) can be challenging and overwhelming whether it be moving to a new place, changes in a significant relationship, or the loss of a loved one. You are not alone. Thank you for taking a step to look into therapy. In doing so you are taking an active part in your healing, courageously reaching for what you would like to have in your life. I will support you with building awareness and increasing resiliency.
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Areas of concentration: negative contact with police, school disciplinary issues, behavioural challenges, family conflict, parenting support, abuse and trauma (Crime Victim Assistance Program (CVAP) Certified) suicidal ideation, self-harming behaviours, anxiety, depression, anger management, family violence, bullying- school, victims of abuse, self-esteem and relationships.
I authentically connect with children, youth and families, and have experience working with clients who are at-risk. I use a client-centered, holistic approach, meaning I focus on helping the individual work on their "whole self". I also work with my clients collaboratively, understanding differing needs.
Areas of concentration: negative contact with police, school disciplinary issues, behavioural challenges, family conflict, parenting support, abuse and trauma (Crime Victim Assistance Program (CVAP) Certified) suicidal ideation, self-harming behaviours, anxiety, depression, anger management, family violence, bullying- school, victims of abuse, self-esteem and relationships.
I authentically connect with children, youth and families, and have experience working with clients who are at-risk. I use a client-centered, holistic approach, meaning I focus on helping the individual work on their "whole self". I also work with my clients collaboratively, understanding differing needs.
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Whether you're dealing with past trauma, difficult family dynamics, or are stuck in frustrating patterns, feelings of disconnection and anxiety can easily become your day-to-day. In a world that can be challenging to navigate at the best of times, the struggles we face can sometimes feel insurmountable. It is my belief that we all need support and connection in order to process our experiences and to feel safe and secure in our own skin. With the tools somatic therapy brings we can support the body to complete it’s natural healing processes, helping us find the freedom to live our lives to the fullest.
Whether you're dealing with past trauma, difficult family dynamics, or are stuck in frustrating patterns, feelings of disconnection and anxiety can easily become your day-to-day. In a world that can be challenging to navigate at the best of times, the struggles we face can sometimes feel insurmountable. It is my belief that we all need support and connection in order to process our experiences and to feel safe and secure in our own skin. With the tools somatic therapy brings we can support the body to complete it’s natural healing processes, helping us find the freedom to live our lives to the fullest.
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I work from a direct, approachable, and compassionate lens, using techniques from ACT, CBT, Narrative, Internal Family Systems, and Emotion Focused therapies.
I work with adult clients, including couples, through an integrative and holistic lens. I focus on complex mental health issues, including treatement resistant anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
I work from a direct, approachable, and compassionate lens, using techniques from ACT, CBT, Narrative, Internal Family Systems, and Emotion Focused therapies.
I work with adult clients, including couples, through an integrative and holistic lens. I focus on complex mental health issues, including treatement resistant anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
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Tyler has over twenty-five years experience working collaboratively with neurodiverse and neurotypical people of all ages to develop and attain their goals. His friendliness and relational style create a warm environment where individuals, couples, and families are safe to explore what they want and what they think would be good for them - free from any kind of judgement or criticism. Tyler utilizes many of the proven methods found in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy while maintaining both Family Systems and Attachment perspectives. This ensures that families and individuals are known within their context.
Tyler has over twenty-five years experience working collaboratively with neurodiverse and neurotypical people of all ages to develop and attain their goals. His friendliness and relational style create a warm environment where individuals, couples, and families are safe to explore what they want and what they think would be good for them - free from any kind of judgement or criticism. Tyler utilizes many of the proven methods found in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy while maintaining both Family Systems and Attachment perspectives. This ensures that families and individuals are known within their context.
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Peggy Clarkson Art Therapy and Consulting Services
Counsellor, MA, ATR, RCC-ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Vancouver, BC V7P
You deserve a space for you, and your family to receive professional support and care, in a safe, private and confidential environment.
Peggy is a critical incident stress debriefing (CISD) specialist. She is a registered art therapist, clinical supervisor, and clinical counsellor. Peggy works in Aboriginal health and has lived and worked rural, remote and on-reserve. She is currently on the faculty of 3 post graduate schools. Her work is influenced by ecopsychology, feminist, strengths-based, trauma-informed, approaches to wellness and healing. Peggy specializes with women, children, youth, adults and families. Peggy strives to reflect cultural-relational competency and honor diversity in leadership, project development, therapy and clinical supervisory capacities.
You deserve a space for you, and your family to receive professional support and care, in a safe, private and confidential environment.
Peggy is a critical incident stress debriefing (CISD) specialist. She is a registered art therapist, clinical supervisor, and clinical counsellor. Peggy works in Aboriginal health and has lived and worked rural, remote and on-reserve. She is currently on the faculty of 3 post graduate schools. Her work is influenced by ecopsychology, feminist, strengths-based, trauma-informed, approaches to wellness and healing. Peggy specializes with women, children, youth, adults and families. Peggy strives to reflect cultural-relational competency and honor diversity in leadership, project development, therapy and clinical supervisory capacities.
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I specialize in working with clients who are struggling with their sense of identity, most often as a result of life changes, health challenges, family/relationship issues, or managing multiple cultural identities. Together, we can navigate through challenges, make sense of past experiences and ease areas you are feeling stuck. I will support you in finding deeper meaning, developing new understandings of yourself, nurturing relationships, and discovering new ways of being that enrich your life.
I specialize in working with clients who are struggling with their sense of identity, most often as a result of life changes, health challenges, family/relationship issues, or managing multiple cultural identities. Together, we can navigate through challenges, make sense of past experiences and ease areas you are feeling stuck. I will support you in finding deeper meaning, developing new understandings of yourself, nurturing relationships, and discovering new ways of being that enrich your life.
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Our lives each contain moments of great joy and sorrow, pain and pleasure, opportunity, and obstacle. At the center of these experiences is our innate search for connection. We need relationships, they are precious and critical, and yet they are not always easy to navigate. Do you struggle to express your needs to your partner? Or perhaps you have a hard time setting boundaries with a parent, friend or colleague? Maybe you find yourself repeating the same argument with a sibling or family member?
Our lives each contain moments of great joy and sorrow, pain and pleasure, opportunity, and obstacle. At the center of these experiences is our innate search for connection. We need relationships, they are precious and critical, and yet they are not always easy to navigate. Do you struggle to express your needs to your partner? Or perhaps you have a hard time setting boundaries with a parent, friend or colleague? Maybe you find yourself repeating the same argument with a sibling or family member?
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My psychotherapeutic model uses Bowen Family Systems, Solution Focused Therapy and a holistic approach exploring cognitive, behavioral and emotional issues that cause dysfunctional relationships, Healthy personal boundaries can help create safe family environments.
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.
My psychotherapeutic model uses Bowen Family Systems, Solution Focused Therapy and a holistic approach exploring cognitive, behavioral and emotional issues that cause dysfunctional relationships, Healthy personal boundaries can help create safe family environments.
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.
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At Living Systems Counselling, we support individuals, couples and families from all walks of life as they navigate their personal challenges. Whether you're dealing with struggles in your relationship, anxiety, depression, physical illness, parenting issues, or family conflicts, we are here to help. We use a family systems approach which helps clients to view their situations from fresh perspectives and discover healthier ways to manage their lives and relationships.
At Living Systems Counselling, we support individuals, couples and families from all walks of life as they navigate their personal challenges. Whether you're dealing with struggles in your relationship, anxiety, depression, physical illness, parenting issues, or family conflicts, we are here to help. We use a family systems approach which helps clients to view their situations from fresh perspectives and discover healthier ways to manage their lives and relationships.
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Helen Whitehead Counselling
Counsellor, MC, RCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
North Vancouver, BC V7J
Hello and welcome :) I specialize in working with folks who have experienced trauma, grief, and/or challenging family dynamics. Perhaps you've been noticing that the past is showing up in your present day romantic relationships/friendships or perhaps family relationships are still causing pain for you. I am an experienced Registered Clinical Counsellor accepting clients for online video therapy and telephone counselling throughout BC and limited in-person sessions in North Vancouver and West Kelowna.
Hello and welcome :) I specialize in working with folks who have experienced trauma, grief, and/or challenging family dynamics. Perhaps you've been noticing that the past is showing up in your present day romantic relationships/friendships or perhaps family relationships are still causing pain for you. I am an experienced Registered Clinical Counsellor accepting clients for online video therapy and telephone counselling throughout BC and limited in-person sessions in North Vancouver and West Kelowna.
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Catherine Pigeon James
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, RCC-ACS
Verified Verified
North Vancouver, BC V7L
I offer 1:1, couples, family, group therapy; life coaching, psychoeducation and consulting and supervision.
A holistic client-centered counselling service, ECCS offers strategies to manage anxiety, depression, trauma and personality disorders. Currently screening for upcoming 12 week weekly trauma group beginning September 12, 2024. Psychotherapist is a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Supervisor (RCC-ACS, 11467); Registered Social Worker (RSW, 09665); ICBC Service Provider (5087300) EMDR Certified. Some plans offering reimbursement for counselling fees include Equitable Life, Green Shield, Sun Life, Blue Cross, Manulife, Wawanesa and more.
I offer 1:1, couples, family, group therapy; life coaching, psychoeducation and consulting and supervision.
A holistic client-centered counselling service, ECCS offers strategies to manage anxiety, depression, trauma and personality disorders. Currently screening for upcoming 12 week weekly trauma group beginning September 12, 2024. Psychotherapist is a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Supervisor (RCC-ACS, 11467); Registered Social Worker (RSW, 09665); ICBC Service Provider (5087300) EMDR Certified. Some plans offering reimbursement for counselling fees include Equitable Life, Green Shield, Sun Life, Blue Cross, Manulife, Wawanesa and more.
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To the wonderfully courageous you who are reading this: My name is Jenny Fang, a doctoral-level quadrilingual (English, Mandarin, Japanese & Taiwanese) Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) in the province of British Columbia & Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) in California who are often referred by psychiatrists, psychologists, and mental health professionals as a result of my specialties and effectiveness in treating trauma (sexual/spiritual/verbal/mental/physical) and (re)building identity and resilience. In this challenging season in your life journey, know that you are thought of and have support even when you don’t know it.
To the wonderfully courageous you who are reading this: My name is Jenny Fang, a doctoral-level quadrilingual (English, Mandarin, Japanese & Taiwanese) Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) in the province of British Columbia & Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) in California who are often referred by psychiatrists, psychologists, and mental health professionals as a result of my specialties and effectiveness in treating trauma (sexual/spiritual/verbal/mental/physical) and (re)building identity and resilience. In this challenging season in your life journey, know that you are thought of and have support even when you don’t know it.
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Whether an individual, couple, or family I am willing to meet you exactly where you are with compassion.
I work extensively with couples on communication and relationship issues including infidelity, the rebuilding of trust and issues concerning sex. I work to help facilitate emotional responsibility so that everyone can define their goals, be heard and work towards feeling safe when communicating from a place of vulnerability. I have also worked with men individually and in a group setting around issues of identity, anger management, sexuality, anxiety, and depression.
Whether an individual, couple, or family I am willing to meet you exactly where you are with compassion.
I work extensively with couples on communication and relationship issues including infidelity, the rebuilding of trust and issues concerning sex. I work to help facilitate emotional responsibility so that everyone can define their goals, be heard and work towards feeling safe when communicating from a place of vulnerability. I have also worked with men individually and in a group setting around issues of identity, anger management, sexuality, anxiety, and depression.
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I've been a social worker for 14+ years, with a passion for child, youth, and family development.
Life can be complicated no matter what your age is. Managing life transitions such as becoming a teenager or young adult, a parent, or change in any life routine can be difficult. You may be experiencing stress, anxiety, addiction, or relationship issues. Traumas and life stressors we experience can affect how we feel, think, and connect with others. I aim to help you connect with yourself and others in a way that makes you feel more content and confident in life.
I've been a social worker for 14+ years, with a passion for child, youth, and family development.
Life can be complicated no matter what your age is. Managing life transitions such as becoming a teenager or young adult, a parent, or change in any life routine can be difficult. You may be experiencing stress, anxiety, addiction, or relationship issues. Traumas and life stressors we experience can affect how we feel, think, and connect with others. I aim to help you connect with yourself and others in a way that makes you feel more content and confident in life.
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I specialize in counselling individuals who seek support in the following areas: anxiety and stress; depression; self-esteem issues; Post Trauma Stress disorder( PTSD) ; eating disorders; family issues; grief and bereavement; mid-life issues; relationships issues; parenting; Anger management; and coupel counselling.
I work with adolescents, adults , couples, and families. In addition to in person counselling , I also provide secure video counselling .
I specialize in counselling individuals who seek support in the following areas: anxiety and stress; depression; self-esteem issues; Post Trauma Stress disorder( PTSD) ; eating disorders; family issues; grief and bereavement; mid-life issues; relationships issues; parenting; Anger management; and coupel counselling.
I work with adolescents, adults , couples, and families. In addition to in person counselling , I also provide secure video counselling .
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Families and Couples will also benefit from my certification in Family Mediation and my work as a Parenting Workshop Facilitator.
Led by Clinic Director Maryam Mills who is a Registered Clinical Counsellor, holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, and is Board Certified in Neurofeedback by BCIA, the team at MasterMind Brain Optimization Centres offers cutting edge Neurofeedback Therapy along with Psychological Counselling Therapy Services drawing on certification in many modalities including: EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Sensorimotor, Mindfulness, and Hypnosis Techniques. We help clients dealing with ADD, ADHD, autism, grief, trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, personality disorders, sleep disorders (insomnia), memory challenges and addiction.
Families and Couples will also benefit from my certification in Family Mediation and my work as a Parenting Workshop Facilitator.
Led by Clinic Director Maryam Mills who is a Registered Clinical Counsellor, holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, and is Board Certified in Neurofeedback by BCIA, the team at MasterMind Brain Optimization Centres offers cutting edge Neurofeedback Therapy along with Psychological Counselling Therapy Services drawing on certification in many modalities including: EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Sensorimotor, Mindfulness, and Hypnosis Techniques. We help clients dealing with ADD, ADHD, autism, grief, trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, personality disorders, sleep disorders (insomnia), memory challenges and addiction.
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Based in North Vancouver with over 20 years of individual, couple, and family counselling experience. My focus is on couples therapy and premarital counselling. I am Punjabi-speaking and fluent with the added pressures and challenges of cross-cultural family dynamics. I have specialized marriage and couples therapy training including: Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, The Gottman Seven Principles Program Educator, and Bringing Baby Home Educator.
Based in North Vancouver with over 20 years of individual, couple, and family counselling experience. My focus is on couples therapy and premarital counselling. I am Punjabi-speaking and fluent with the added pressures and challenges of cross-cultural family dynamics. I have specialized marriage and couples therapy training including: Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, The Gottman Seven Principles Program Educator, and Bringing Baby Home Educator.
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Family Therapy Counsellors
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.