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This form helps you find a counsellor that meets your needs. Here's how to use it:
Virtual/In-Person
- Virtual: Select this option if you're looking for online counselling sessions. Virtual counselling is available across the province, so you can choose a counsellor from any city in British Columbia
- In-Person: Select this if you want face-to-face sessions. You'll need to choose a city where the counsellor is located.
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Pick the main focus of the counselling you're seeking (e.g., anxiety, relationships).
City
- If you're looking for in-person counselling, select the city where you'd like to meet your counsellor
- If you're looking for virtual counselling, you can still select a specific city if you prefer working with a counsellor from that area, or leave it blank to see options form all cities in BC.
Approach Used
Choose the counselling style or method you're comfortable with (e.g., CBT, mindfulness).
Find Child Behaviour Counselling Psychologists, Therapists, Counsellors in British Columbia
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Paul Bains, B.Sc., M.A., RCC is a Registered Clinical Counsellor. He has over 25 years experience working with couples, families, children, adolescents and individual adults. Benefits you may gain or learn by working…
Helen Ritchie, MEd, CCC Canadian Certified Counsellor | Certified Synergetic Play Therapist Supervisor | Autplay® Therapy Provider | EMDR Therapist Helen Ritchie provides compassionate counselling and therapy for…
When your child isn’t doing well, it hurts you. Children can have big feelings and challenging behaviour. This can be a major life stressor. Behaviours get in the way of family time being playful and fun, and can make it…
I offer a neuroaffirming, non-judgmental space where you can show up exactly as you are. My approach is grounded in therapies that are respectful of neurodivergent experiences—you won't find approaches here that aim to…
Hello, I am currently accepting new clients for counseling, as well as for ASD and ADHD assessments. I offer an individualized approach to therapy to support you in achieving your goals. I integrate several…
Dr. Karianne Axford offers in-person and online counselling. Dr. Karianne Axford is a Registered Psychologist and the director of Dr. Axford & Associates where she has been providing evidence-based interventions to kids…
Raheel Rahman is committed to providing compassion and support to help you through many life issues. RAHEEL RAHMAN CAN HELP YOU WITH: Anxiety in adults and children Depression in adults and children Couples Therapy Self…
I am a Registered Psychologist (#1195) who has studied, trained, and worked with children for over 20 years. Children who have experienced or are experiencing anxiety, stress, grief, trauma, and/or illness need a gentle…
In-Person, Video and telephone counselling available. I have a BA in Psychology, as well as an MA in Counselling Psychology (family specialization) from UBC. I have been a Certified Canadian Counsellor in good standing…
Douglas Matear is a Canadian Certified Counsellor providing Individual Counselling to adults, teens, and children. He has a Master in Counselling Psychology and a Doctor of Education in Leadership and Policy. Douglas…
Get relief with effective strategies to cope with your child’s behaviours and support their growth. Mary Yan Counselling Services offers child and family therapy in North Vancouver. Mary Yan is a Registered Clinical…
Janet Walker, MA, RCC, ExAT, BCRPT, CPRT Level 1 Children (3-12 years) Play Therapy is a developmentally appropriate form of therapy that helps children express themselves non-verbally. Play is the language of children…
If trauma, a strained relationship, or the weight of high-stress work is making it hard to feel like yourself, Steven Keeler has spent over 30 years helping people find their way back to purpose, connection, and peace…
Danielle Aldcorn, BSW, MA, is a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Co-Director of Satori Integrative Health Centre in Steveston BC. Danielle is an Adlerian-trained therapist who has practiced in a private setting for…
My strength lies in helping you identify and celebrate your own unique strengths. The fact that you're looking here for help already tells me you're strong. If you’re overwhelmed or stuck, or you’ve lost something…
Negin is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC). She received her Ph.D. Degree in Child Psychology from the University of Tehran, followed by a few years of work as a Postdoctoral Fellow in Neuropsychological Assessments…
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with over a decade of experience supporting individuals through life’s most challenging and transformative moments. I hold a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology and bring…
I was born in Hong Kong, where I spent the first half of my childhood until my family immigrated to beautiful British Columbia, where I have spent the rest of my time to-date. After coming to Canada, my mother was…
Chris has specialized training in trauma and child therapy. He helps kids and adults get unstuck when life circumstances create barriers. As one of the only male trauma-focused children’s therapists in Langley and the…
Christopher Conley, MA, RCC, RMFT, CPT-S, LMFT, RPT-S Registered Clinical Counsellor Registered Marriage and Family Therapist Certified and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor AAMFT Clinical Member Christopher Conley is…
Therapy and counseling for individuals: when dilemmas, problems, and obstacles grow big enough in our lives, they can come to dominate, pulling us towards dark ideas and stories in which we can feel hopeless, lost…
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor who has been working in the field for 18 years, specializing in trauma, eating disorder recovery, anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions. I work primarily with adolescents…
**Immediate Availability for In-person and Virtual Counselling** Gillian brings over 10 years of experience supporting children, youth, and families into her practice as a clinical counsellor. At the core of Gillian's…
I work with neurodiverse clients, including adults and children with ADHD, autism or complex developmental needs, and I support parents navigating the challenges of raising children with diverse abilities. I provide a…
CounsellingBC – 2026 Listing At Pathways Play Therapy Services, my mission is to support children’s mental and emotional wellbeing, strengthen their attachments, and increase their connection to self. As a play therapist…
Mindful Somatic Depth Psychotherapy. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, low self-worth, and other concerns, and with children who experience emotional and behavioural difficulties. Common labels…
I provide comprehensive individual and parent counselling services to children, adolescents, and adults. I have extensive experience working in various mental health roles across both acute care and community mental…
As the daughter of low-income immigrants, I understand the complexities of bicultural expectations and growing up with limited resources. I rarely encountered BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Colour) representation…
Background and training: Master of Counselling from Trinity Western University Registered Clinical Counsellor #1830 of BCACC Registered Marriage & Family Therapist- Supervisor of CAMFT #2017290 BC Registered Play…
Hello, my name is Shan (they/them), and I am a white queer nonbinary therapist living in Vancouver, which is situated on the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and…
Child Behaviour Counsellors
Just like adults, children can also benefit from therapy. Psychotherapy can help children develop important interpersonal and problem-solving skills that will stand them in good stead for the rest of their lives. Therapy can also help a child to deal with behavioural issues that affect family relationships and school performance.
Life can be tough for young ones, what with peer pressure, homework, school bullying and exam stress. A transition, such as a new baby in the house, divorce, death of a grandparent, moving to a new home, abuse or illness can cause a young child severe mental anguish.
Many young children are not equipped to deal with stress and express their emotions in a healthy way yet, and therefore they act out. Certain behaviours, though merely a cry for help, might be socially unacceptable and could have devastating results.
behavioural issues that warrant intervention include sudden bedwetting, developmental delays or regressions, significant drop in grades, social isolation or withdrawal, aggression, appetite changes, changes in sleep patterns, tardiness or absenteeism at school, eating disorders, mood swings, frequent complaints about feeling ill without a medical cause, or substance use. Therapy can help prevent, or deal with these behavioural issues.
Cognitive behavioural therapy is the most common treatment option for children with behavioural issues, as well as teenagers who struggle to cope with stress, are feeling anxious or depressed. This type of therapy helps to restructure thoughts to produce effective, positive mindsets. It is often achieved along with learning and practicing stress management techniques, coping skills and relaxation skills. In addition many other approaches are used and which one works is really a function of preference and learning style.
If you are looking for a counsellor or psychologist who offers behavioural psychology for children to address your child's stress, anxiety or behavioural issues you may want to search the directory to find a professional whose approach will suit you best.