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Find Family Issues Counselling Psychologists, Therapists, Counsellors in British Columbia
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At the heart of this therapeutic practice is the idea that problems lie between you and others as opposed to within you. How do you relate to your loved ones, strangers, and the world at large? Questions such as these…
Hi, I’m Aaron, a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC# 21391) practicing online, and in person for clients in Surrey, BC. I strongly believe in the power of therapy to facilitate personal growth, healing, and empowerment…
As a registered psychologist, I have helped hundreds of people over the past 25 years heal emotional wounds and recover peace of mind. If you're finding that your daily mood and quality of life are being diminished by…
For over 25 years, Dr. Illsley has continued to hone her therapy skills and weaves cognitive-behavioral, developmental, attachment-based, neurological, mindfulness and somatic approaches into her therapy. She prefers to…
Life is agonizing when you are weighed down by loneliness, isolation, stress, despair, depression, fear, anxiety or trauma. And sometimes the thought of actually telling another person about it seems way too risky. Or…
I believe everyone possesses the natural ability and strength to grow, change, and heal. By providing a safe and collaborative space for thoughtful conversation, I focus on understanding your struggle through your eyes…
As a counsellor, I work with people who are often carrying more than others realize. This includes adults who have spent much of their lives being "the responsible one," as well adults with ADHD and/or Autism, who are…
Are you struggling with chronic pain, feeling stuck in your healing process, or noticing that pain is affecting your mental health? If so, I am here to help you break free from the cycle of pain, reduce suffering, and…
I have been in private practice since 1999 providing counselling services to individuals, couples and familes. I have over 20 years experience in the helping professions in both government (federal and provincial) and…
Life is hard. Everyone at some point in their lives has an issue that troubles them too much. Talk therapy works! I help people who feel stuck. I help people who are lonely; people who are angry and overwhelmed; people…
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…
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…
Odeya Yeoman (she/they) provides individual counselling and sex therapy for people of all genders. As a Canadian Certified Counsellor and Adlerian Psychotherapist, they specialise in ● ADHD & AuDHD support ● Sexual and…
Life can be hard. Relationships can be really hard. It's natural to feel overwhelmed, powerless, hopeless, anxious, and depressed when one of our important relationships is going poorly. When we get stuck and don't know…
As a Registered Clinical Counsellor in Langley, my job is to help you feel better. Whether you are struggling with relationship issues, suffering from the pain and paralysis of depression, or trying to deal with…
Ian has over 25 years of education, training, and experience in counselling and therapy. He works together with clients to help them explore relationships, thoughts, feelings, or behaviours, which trouble them and cause…
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction, or feeling stressed out? Are you also experiencing health issues such as digestion problems, poor sleep, pain and fatigue? I am a registered clinical counselor and…
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) in Vancouver and offer Catholic-informed counselling, including work on meaning and purpose, online across British Columbia. My primary clinical areas of practice include…
Sometimes, we all need someone to talk to. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, unsure of who you are, or struggling to manage the weight of life’s pressures, it can be challenging to move forward on your own. If…
I CURRENTLY HAVE SOME OPENINGS FOR NEW CLIENTS. Hi, As an experienced Registered Counsellor (24 years) and as a certified EMDR Therapist, I am passionate about helping others find resolution, healing & happiness in their…
I support those who may be feeling anxious, uncertain, lonely, or need a space to emotionally process whatever may be going on for them. I have a special focus in perinatal mental health and parenthood for those who are…
I am a registered psychologist and have been practicing since 2003. I conduct individual therapy with adults primarily from a psychodynamic perspective, although I incorporate other approaches such as cognitive…
As an anti-oppression psychotherapist, I value your experiences based on culture, race, indigeneity, socioeconomic status, gender identity, sexuality, age, disability, and spirituality. I often work with people who are…
About Me I believe that all problems that seem to defy solutions are directly affected – even determined - by how you experience and relate to yourself and others. Exploring the psychological meaning and emotional sense…
Dr. Tanya Elez is a Registered Psychologist and a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist who sees clients at her office in New Westminster downtown. She offers counselling services to diverse couples, individuals and…
Hello! I'm Clement, bringing over 20 years of experience in the helping professions. My early work as an acupressure bodyworker, harm reduction advocate, and housing outreach support worker has profoundly shaped my…
Counselling can be a way to grow while facing difficult circumstances. It can also be about building resources or heading in a new direction. In each case, you have the opportunity to become more yourself. Whatever your…
Soo Sen Lee is a Registered Clinical Counsellor who sees clients virtually, over the phone and in-person in Burnaby, BC. Burnout, debilitating anxiety and depression, burnout, sexual assault, painful family conflicts,and…
I am a Registered Psychologist in BC and Alberta, with a combined 25+ years of education and experience in psychotherapy. I have extensive experience helping with diverse concerns including anxiety, depression, grief…
As a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a MA in Counselling Psychology from UBC, I have been working in private practice since 2003. Previous to this, I worked for a number of years in clinical settings working in the…
Family Issues Counsellors
Family and Systemic Psychotherapy uses the close interpersonal relationships between family members to help one another. The key to dealing with family issues is to help couples, family members or siblings to explore difficult emotions and thoughts in a safe manner. It helps each member to understand and acknowledge one another's emotions and allow them to express it safely, and in an effective manner.
Family therapy has been shown to be effective for people of all ages who are experiencing family issues or problems in their key systems (relationships) with people with whom they are close. It helps to build relationships and boosts the strengths and self-esteem of everyone in the system. Your family might need intervention if members have substance abuse problems, violent outbursts, if the family experienced a trauma, if a close family member died or if the family is not functioning at its normal capacity.
This type of therapy enables people to work with one another, instead of on one another and enables families to talk about issues that are causing distress without disrespecting emotions. Instead, it invites engagement of the family members in order to support recovery.
Therapists who address family issues use a range of different approaches to bring about the best results. While group therapy will probably take place once weekly, where the family will all meet with the therapist, individual sessions might be required too. This provides a great supplement to the family therapy work and is an ideal place for individuals to express their personal family issues that are hard to discuss in front of everyone.
If you are looking for a counsellor or psychologist who does family counselling you may want to search the directory to find a professional whose approach will suit you best.