Alicia Westman

Sometimes our experiences and relationships can leave us feeling alone, overwhelmed, or disconnected from ourselves and others. You may find yourself struggling to feel understood, navigating difficult relationships, or noticing patterns that leave you feeling stuck.

Meaningful change often begins with feeling seen, heard, and accepted. I provide a warm, supportive space where you can explore your experiences, better understand your emotions, and begin to recognize how past and present relationships have shaped the way you see yourself and connect with others.

My approach is compassionate, collaborative and grounded in attachment-based and emotionally- focused therapies. I work with you to understand your experiences and the emotions beneath them, supporting greater self-understanding and more meaningful connections.

I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating relational trauma, anxiety, conflict, emotional difficulties, and life transitions. My taining includes Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT), Emotionally Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), and Gottman Method Couples Therapy (level 2).

Through Elara Counselling, I provide in person sessions in Abbotsford and online counselling throughout British Columbia.