Many people come to counselling feeling overwhelmed by painful emotions, disconnected from their feelings, or cut off from their own bodies and relationships with others. These struggles can leave us feeling exhausted and unsure of what to do next. Both my lived experience and my work as a counsellor have led me to view these inner experiences as signals that something within us is calling for attention, understanding, and healing.

I’m Julia, a Registered Clinical Counsellor with experience working with youth and adults facing anxiety, depression, interpersonal challenges, eating disorders and other harmful coping behaviours. My approach is compassionate, emotion-focused, and attuned to the ways our bodies often tell the story of our pain. Together, we can explore the emotions and patterns that may be keeping you stuck, so you can move toward a fuller and more meaningful life.

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Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC), PhD

Hi, I am Semhar and I am glad you are here.

It takes courage and compassion to face life’s difficulties, and it can feel especially overwhelming when trying to navigate this alone. It is my hope to walk alongside you as you process past and current experiences which are preventing you from wholehearted connection, emotional balance, mental clarity, and flexibility. I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) through the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA), hold a PhD in Counselling and Psychological Studies, as well as a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy I consider myself a lifelong learner and enjoy deepening my personal practice of mindfulness and self-compassion.

I have 11 years of experience working in the field of mental health and counselling. I have worked in a variety of settings including: non-profit organizations, private practice, community health centre, health care clinic, and college counselling centre.

My areas of expertise include trauma, relationship difficulties, attachment wounding, appearance-related concerns, body dysmorphia, eating & weight concerns, and self-worth.

Treatment Modalities

Compassion-Focused Therapy

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Emotion-Focused Therapy

Somatic Attachment Therapy

Person-Centred Therapy

Acceptance and mindfulness-based approaches

Areas of Focus

Trauma

Relationship Difficulties

Attachment Wounding

Appearance-related Concerns

Body Dysmorphia

Eating and weight concerns

Weight and body Image concerns

Self-worth

Education

PhD in Counselling and Psychological Studies - Regent University

Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy - Briercrest College and Seminary

Certified Nutritional Practitioner - The institute of Holistic Nutrition

Training

Compassionate Mind Training

Mindful Self-Compassion

Integration of Compassion into Psychotherapy

Advanced Clinical Skills in Compassion Focused Therapy

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)

Level 1 & 2 Emotion Focused Therapy for Individuals (EFIT)

Focusing Oriented Therapy

Attachment & Trauma Mastery Program

Somatic Strategies for Shock and Developmental Trauma

Positive Neuroplasticity Training

Polyvagal Informed Therapy (PVT)

Working With Me:

I believe in the importance of establishing a safe and collaborative relationship first and foremost as we work toward achieving your goals. I approach counselling with the belief that every client possesses value and the right to live a meaningful life. I honour the shared experience that we all carry to feel safe, to love and be loved, a sense of belonging, and to have hope. I strive to create a warm, empathic, non-judgemental, and accepting environment to empower you in taking the risks you long to take in your life.

I am flexible in my approach and will work with you to meet your unique needs to create an atmosphere of healing and growth. I believe each client is best understood in the context of their relationships and experiences. I believe that our bodies are always communicating information that helps us navigate day to day life. There are also many circumstances which prevent us from being able to listen and access our needs and desires which I hope to make sense of with you. I will support you in bringing mindful awareness to your internal experiences in our sessions as well as bringing curiosity to patterns of relating to yourself and others.

I can support you in befriending your mind and body, learning new skills to regulate your emotions, and equipping you with greater agency in daily life. I believe that cultivating compassion can help you achieve greater resilience and well-being.

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Welcome—I’m so glad you’re here.

My name is Pawandeep Kaur, and I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors. I hold a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology from Adler University and I provide counselling services in English, Punjabi, Hindi, and Urdu.

I work with children, youth, adults, couples, and families, offering support through life’s most challenging moments. Whether you’re feeling trapped by past experiences, struggling with anxiety or depression, or navigating relationship or self-esteem issues, I’m here to help you move toward healing and growth.

I believe that everyone deserves a safe, nonjudgmental space to feel heard and understood. I’m a deeply empathetic listener, and my goal is to walk alongside you in your journey—helping you build emotional resilience, develop healthier coping strategies, and rediscover your inner strength.

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Many individuals struggle silently with eating disorders or disordered eating, feeling overwhelmed by food, body image concerns, and a cycle of guilt and shame that affects their physical and emotional well-being.

As a Registered Dietitian, I provide compassionate, evidence-based nutrition therapy that prioritizes healing, nourishment, and a healthy relationship with food. Through personalized care, I support clients in rebuilding trust with their bodies and breaking free from rigid food rules.

Clients experience greater peace with food, improved self-esteem, and sustainable recovery. They gain the tools to nourish themselves confidently and live fuller lives, free from the constraints of diet culture.

I am a Registered Dietitian and a McGill graduate with a degree in Nutritional Science. Over the past 5 years, I have gained valuable experience in both public and private healthcare, with a focus on eating disorder/disordered eating recovery, digestive health, mental health nutrition and more.

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Many clients come to therapy feeling unable to create change. They often experience a quiet tug-of-war inside—one part yearning for something different, another part unable to let go of what feels familiar or protective.

Using an Internal Family Systems (IFS) approach, I help clients gently explore the parts of them that feel stuck, self-critical, or hesitant, recognizing that each part has been trying to help in its own way. Rather than forcing change, we slow down and get curious. I integrate somatic awareness to check in with your body’s cues, ensuring we move at a pace that feels safe and supportive. My style is compassionate, collaborative, and non-judgmental, honouring you as the expert of your own inner world.

My name is Margaret and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor. I earned my Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology at the University of British Columbia. I specialize in supporting adults and youth struggling with eating disorders/disordered eating, body image concerns, trauma, and relationship challenges. For the past few years I supported clients working toward eating disorder recovery at the Looking Glass Foundation.

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Hello and welcome! My name is Morgan (she/her) and I’m so glad you’re here.

I know what it’s like to feel like your brain and your body are not a safe place to be. I struggled for years with stress, chronic pain, and binge eating. Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, disconnected from their bodies, or stuck in patterns that feel hard to change. I want you to know that these feelings don’t mean that something is wrong with you — they’re signs that something inside needs care and attention. 

My practice is grounded in trauma-informed, neurodivergent-affirming, LGBTQIA2S+ affirming, and feminist approaches. I am passionate about helping clients less alone in learning to find new and embodied ways to express themselves when trying harder has failed.  

I believe that by slowing down and letting the body speak, deeper healing can unfold. Through the therapeutic relationship, I want to help you feel safe, empowered, and connected—mind, body, and spirit.

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Life inevitably brings hardship, loss, and uncertainty, and there are times when the strategies that once helped us get by no longer feel like enough. Many people come to counselling because they are carrying unresolved emotions, experiences, or challenges that feel difficult to navigate on their own.

I believe healing begins when we are met where we are, with compassion and acceptance. As a counsellor, my role isn’t to tell you who you are or what you should do. I’m here to provide a space where you can freely explore what you’re experiencing without judgment.

My hope is that through our work together, you can deepen your understanding of yourself and reconnect with the strengths and wisdom you already carry. Together, we’ll work to make sense of what you’re going through and move toward a life that feels more authentic and aligned with your values.

I am a Practicum Student pursuing a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology at the University of British Columbia. I am working under the supervision of Licensed Psychologist, Dr. Margaret Brennan.

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Starting therapy takes courage. Whether you’re here for the first time or returning to the work, I’m glad you’ve found your way here. I’m Tara (she/her), a Registered Clinical Counsellor and PhD Student in Counselling Psychology at UBC. My work in the mental health field has instilled in me a deep belief in the power of connection for healing, and I aim to create a space that feels warm, respectful, and affirming.

You may be coming to therapy because you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from yourself — or with a more general sense that something needs to shift. Therapy can offer an opportunity to slow down, make sense of what you are experiencing, and consider what you need. Whether your concern feels clear or hard to name, I aim to meet you with warmth, curiosity, and care.

As a queer and disabled counsellor, I bring both professional training and personal insight to my work. I have several years of experience in crisis support, advocacy, and systems navigation, and I’ve worked with clients navigating sexualized violence, sexuality, disability, weight stigma, identity, and marginalization. I understand how power, stigma, and structural barriers can shape mental health and healing. I offer a steady, compassionate space—with warmth, curiosity, and humour—where you can begin to explore what’s happening beneath the surface.

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Registered Psychologist, Certified Intuitive Eating Counsellor, Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-500)

Hi, I am Maggie and I am glad you are here.

Through my own lived experiences and my work supporting others as a psychologist over the past 13 years, I have come to really appreciate that we are all just doing the best we can with the cards we are dealt. I have personally struggled with binge eating and had to learn how to overcome eating struggles in my own life. I am passionate about, and committed to, helping others heal their relationship with food, their bodies and themselves.

My areas of expertise include binge eating, bulimia, emotional eating, trauma, emotion and nervous system regulation, anxiety and embodiment.

Treatment Modalities

EMDR

Internal Family Systems

Sensorimotor Psychoherapy

Acceptance and mindfulness-based approaches

Intuitive Eating Counselling

Compassion Focused Therapy

Trauma Sensitive Yoga

Areas of Focus

Trauma

Eating disorders and eating related-concerns

Weight and body Image concerns

Anxiety

Nervous system and emotion regulation

Embodiment

Improving your relationship with yourself (e.g., self-criticism, self-doubt, self-worth)

Education

Ph.D. in Counselling Psychology from the University of Alberta

Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from the University of Alberta

Training

Specific Training for Eating Disorders and Eating-Related Concerns:

I have completed extensive training in working with individuals struggling with their relationship with food and their bodies. I am trained in many approaches specifically designed to help with eating disorders and eating challenges including:

Enhanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Eating Disorders (CB-E)

Family-Based Therapy for Anorexia Nervosa (FB-AN)

Mindfulness-Based Eating Awaness Training (MB-EAT)

Certified Intuitive Eating Counsellor

Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT)

Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT)

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Somatic and self-compassion-based approaches

Specific Training for Trauma:

EMDR

Sensorimotor Psychotherapy

Internal Family Systems

Trauma Sensitive Yoga

Yoga Training:

RYT-500

Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga Facilitator

Trained in the Kripalu Yoga tradition

Working with Me

If you choose to work with me, I will work collaboratively with you to establish goals and determine the direction of therapy. I am respectful of the fact that discussing personal matters with a stranger may be difficult and I will strive to create a a warm, supportive, non-judgmental, caring environment and anti-oppressive environment.

Depending on your aims, our work together may involve: a) increasing your insight and understanding about your own experiences, responses and tendencies; b) learning new information that is relevant to your concerns; c) developing new skills and capacities, allowing you to make changes that are meaningful and significant to you; d) shifting the ways you interact with and treat yourself; or e) processing past experiences so that you can integrate them and move forward in your life.

In order to be able to help my clients most effectively, I am trained in many different types of therapy. The specific approaches I use with you will depend on your needs, presenting concerns, and preferences. In my experience, working in an experiential and embodied way leads to the most transformative and lasting changes for my clients. Failing to incorporate the body in therapy may also limit the progress that is possible.

Incorporating the body in therapy may involve helping you increase your capacity to go inside and be with your body and internal experiences; increasing your awareness of your lived experience (i.e., not just your thoughts, but also your physical sensations, impulses, emotions and nervous system states); learning to listen to your body and what it is telling you; moving your body in ways that help you to experience feelings of calm and safety, energy, or empowerment; or embodying your strengths and resources at the physical level.

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