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Sex therapy. ADHD support. Relationship uncertainty. If you’re struggling with symptoms of perimenopause, pain during sex, desire differences, ADHD, overwhelm, or deciding whether to stay or separate, you don’t have to…
Hi, I'm Victor. I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Registered Social Worker (BC, Alberta and Ontario) who primarily works with gay men through online video counselling. I help gay men find freedom from anxiety…
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with specialized training in sex therapy, narrative therapy, and couples therapy. I am queer, kink and gender affirming and approach therapy from a sex-positive lens. I use…
The search for the right counsellor can feel overwhelming. There are so many profiles to read through, each presenting a number of approaches that may or may not be a good fit for you. In the words that follow I hope to…
Welcome, I’m Zoe! I work with people seeking freer self-expression, deeper authenticity, and calmer presence in life. The people I work with are often struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, or life…
Starting with a new therapist, whether you’re new to counselling or a more experienced client, takes a lot of courage. With that courage also comes the discomfort of exploring some of the impactful and painful memories…
Are you ready for a change? Linda is a highly skilled therapist, lecturer and writer, with extensive experience working with individuals, couples, families and children. She embraces all clinical issues, and as a…
It is never too late to find out who you want to become. Don’t settle for thinking, “I guess this is just how things are.” Your life can improve, and with support, changes can be made that make your life easier for you…
You may be in a turbulent period, or noticing that the ways you learned to survive are now getting in the way of connection. I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating trauma, addiction, anxiety, anger…
As a Registered Clinical Counsellor, I can help if you are stressed, anxious or depressed. At their extreme, anxiety and depression can be crippling, making you feel hopeless. Life becomes a struggle and your…
Asking yourself questions like these: Is this authentic for me? Can I be me? Am I allowed to be myself? What is life asking me at this time? These important Life questions are openings, invitations, and horizons for…
Dr. Rosemary Rukavina is a doctoral-level psychologist with nearly 15 years of clinical experience supporting individuals and couples with anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, stress, life transitions, and relationship…
Certified Gottman Method Therapist, Peter frequently addresses couples communication during conflict, restoring fidelity and commitment, or building intimacy and sexuality. Other common issues: ongoing incompatibilities…
Hello, NAJ therapies is a shared practice run by Ron Prasad. Ron is a registered clinical counselor with the BCACC (British Columbia Clinical Counselors Association), and a member of ITAPP (International Institute of…
Whatever brought you here in search of a therapist, you've already taken the first step toward change. Something in your life, relationships, or sense of self may no longer feel quite right. Perhaps you feel disconnected…
Hello and Welcome. Are you feeling stuck, lost, alone, frustrated, and possibly discouraged about how to move forward? Maybe even confused and/or curious about self-identity, sexuality, intimacy, sex, and/or…
My name is Erin and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) offering in-person counselling for individuals and couples/relationships in Kitsilano. Together we can identify the tools, strategies, and solutions you…
I understand that taking that first step towards seeking support can be daunting. It’s often during moments of loneliness, shame, or crisis that we find the courage to reach out. Whether you’re navigating a challenging…
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a Master of Counselling Degree from City University of Seattle. My previous education and experience was in medicine (M.D. from Kuban State Medical University in Russia with a…
I help you get to the root of your problems, train your brain to be more resilient, overwrite unwanted default programming, and finally feel equipped to live a balanced and optimal life. Cellular biologists have found…
Dr. Teesha Morgan is a Psychotherapist, published author, adjunct professor, and co-founder of the Westland Academy of Clinical Sex Therapy and Westland Therapy Group. Dr Morgan specializes in Sex Therapy and Couples…
Walking with you through life's challenges Natalie is a caring and competent Individual and Couples Therapist in Uptown New Westminster. With over 17 years of counselling experience and a Master's degree in Counselling…
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…
As a man, therapy might not be your preferred use of time, yet a growing part of you is curious about what could be. Throughout your life, you’ve felt minimized and closed off from your potential. Maybe you’ve grown…
Located in downtown Vernon, Best Life Counselling & Therapy offers psychotherapy to teenagers, adults, and couples facing ADHD, Autism, and AuDHD and the anxiety, depression, relationship issues, chronic pain, illness…
I support individuals and couples who often feel stuck, overwhelmed, or caught in repeating emotional or relational patterns. Many are managing on the outside, while internally feeling anxious, disconnected, or unsure…
Bob is a very experienced counsellor and has spent his working life helping people solve problems, make good decisions, set necessary boundaries, and improve communication. His counselling philosophy is very practical…
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with over 25 years of experience working with children, youth, and families in educational and counselling settings. I support children, youth, and adults in navigating life’s…
Through talk therapy, skills practice, and engaging activities in session, I support clients who are wanting to explore change in their lives and are seeking opportunities for personal growth. When working with together…
I am a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist (RMFT) and Registered Social Worker (RSW) Helping Couples, Parents, and Individuals Heal, Rebuild, and Strengthen Their Relationships. Whether you're navigating a…
Intimacy Issues Counsellors
Intimacy issues are common for people who fear vulnerability. Some people can become vulnerable in front of a few trusted friends, however, but when a relationship starts becoming too close, they feel suffocated. In this sense, the intimacy issues are seated in the fear of developing a deep and meaningful relationship with another person.
Two fears that are at the heart of intimacy issues, are the fear of abandonment (fearing the partner might leave them) and the fear of engulfment (fearing that they would lose themselves in a relationship), which sometimes co-exist. These fears, often rooted in childhood traumas, are often deeply entrenched in codependent adult relationships where they cause friction.
A therapist who works with people who have intimacy issues will first help you to learn to become comfortable with yourself and accept yourself for who you are. You will explore the complex past events that have created these intimacy issues and discover that those events don't have to cloud your present experiences.
This process is essential in discovering that rejection does not have to be a traumatic experience. Finally, you will learn how to set personal boundaries that will help you to avoid the fear of engulfment and to cope, should abandonment occur. While healing intimacy issues can be a challenging and somewhat painful task, the rewards are incredible.
If you are looking for a counsellor or psychologist who addresses intimacy issues, you may want to search the directory to find a professional whose approach will suit you best.