Dana Millar
Counselling Practice Website
Practice Information
You may appear to have it all together on the outside, but inside, you’re overthinking, criticizing yourself, feeling emotionally exhausted, or wondering why things seem so much harder than they should.
Perhaps you worry about disappointing people, put everyone else’s needs ahead of your own, or feel as though you should somehow be doing better—even if you’re already trying so hard. You may be struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, body image, compulsive eating, depression, or painful relationship patterns.
You don’t need a diagnosis or the right words to reach out.
Hi, I’m Dana. I’m a Canadian Certified Counsellor, a human, and a recovering people-pleaser. For over 15 years, I’ve supported women in understanding and changing patterns that may be rooted in attachment wounds, trauma, or other difficult life experiences.
I believe the ways we learn to cope develop for a reason. You are not broken, and you don’t need to be fixed. Together, we’ll make sense of what has been keeping you stuck and find new ways of responding to your emotions, relationships, and life’s challenges.
Central to my practice is the belief that you are the expert on you. My approach is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth. We’ll explore what works best so you can feel more confident, connected, and more comfortable in your own skin.
I offer counselling in North Vancouver and online throughout British Columbia.
If you’re wondering whether we might be a good fit, I offer a complimentary 15-minute consultation. If this sounds like the kind of support you might looking for, I’d love to hear from you.
I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA).
My approach is grounded in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFIT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and somatic and mindfulness-based practices. I also have specialized training in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), a type of therapy that can help reduce the distress connected to trauma, painful memories, anxiety, phobias, and other difficult experiences.
Drawing together my training and experience, I created The Emotion-Focused Compass™, a practical framework that helps clients slow down, understand their emotions and needs, and respond to themselves with greater awareness and compassion. You’re welcome to visit my website to learn more about my approach and how I work.
Direct billing is available for participating insurance plans.
Specialized Training
- I am trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy, a highly effective eye-movement therapy for trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety and more.