Kyla Coopman
Welcome! I'm Kyla Coopman, MCP, CCC (she/her), an individual and couples counsellor who welcomes clients of all identities. I specialize in areas such as: Relationship & Attachment Counselling (infidelity, communication…
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About Kyla
Welcome!
I'm Kyla Coopman, MCP, CCC (she/her), an individual and couples counsellor who welcomes clients of all identities. I specialize in areas such as:
- Relationship & Attachment Counselling
(infidelity, communication issues, relational trauma, intimacy concerns) - Crisis & Betrayal Trauma
(estrangement, ambiguous loss, sudden emotional upheaval, betrayal) - Personality Dynamics & Emotional Dysregulation
(BPD traits, narcissistic traits, depression, emotional overwhelm, trauma responses)
If you feel stuck in a painful or repeating cycle, I can help you map it, understand it, and shift it so you can move forward with confidence and intention. I can help you sort out the messiness before (or after!) things get too chaotic, and offer honest, gentle direction so you can feel grounded and secure. I aim to be a stable support for you to lean on, and a therapist that you can trust to have you best interests at heart!
It is my belief that “our relationships – with ourselves, with others, and with the broader contexts we inhabit - profoundly shape how we experience life. “
This relational lens guides my practice, helping clients uncover behavioural patterns, heal emotional injuries, and learn new tools to maintain and build secure, meaningful connections with themselves and others.
With a Master of Counselling Psychology (Adler University) and a BA in Psychology (SFU), I have a strong academic foundation. I have also led an extensive career in both sculpting and music. My creative background gives an intuitive dimension to my therapeutic style, allowing me to meet clients with depth, imagination, and emotional insight.
Specialized topics of concern may include:
Relationship & Attachment Counselling
- Communication breakdowns and recurring conflict
- Infidelity, betrayal, and trust repair
- Relationship abuse and toxic dynamics
- Attachment trauma and early relational injuries
- Insecurity, jealousy, and fear of abandonment
- People‑pleasing, fawning, and boundary challenges
- Emotional withdrawal, shutdown, or avoidance
- Sexuality, intimacy concerns, and mismatched desire
- Family conflict, estrangement, and intergenerational patterns
- Divorce, separation, and major relationship transitions
Crisis & Betrayal Trauma
- Sudden relationship rupture or betrayal
- Estrangement from family or loved ones
- Ambiguous loss and unresolved grief
- Emotional shock, overwhelm, or identity disruption
- Suicidal thoughts
- Loss of meaning, direction, or stability
- Acute stress, panic, or fear after a major event
3) Personality Dynamics & Emotional Dysregulation
- Emotional overwhelm, reactivity, or shutdown
- Navigating relationships with individuals with BPD or narcissistic traits
- Gaslighting, manipulation, or control dynamics
- Idealizing/devaluing cycles and chaotic relational patterns
- Love‑bombing, intensity, or rapid attachment
- Obsessive thoughts or behaviours in relationships
- Trauma responses (Fight/Flight/Freeze/Fawn)
- Chronic shame, self‑criticism, or negative self‑perception
- Understanding personality patterns in oneself/others
How I Work
I use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, DBT, and Adlerian Psychotherapy, all within a trauma‑informed and relational framework. I prioritizes building a trusting, honest, and comforting relationship that acts as a solid support for you to lean on as you navigate your issues.
I provide:
- Deep attunement and genuine care
- Collaborative, client‑paced exploration
- Evidence‑based therapeutic methods
- Curiosity, creativity, and emotional insight
- A strong, safe, stable therapeutic environment
If you feel stuck in a painful or repeating cycle, I can help you map it, understand it, and begin to shift it so you can move forward with clarity and intention. I can help you sort out the messiness before (or after) things get too chaotic, and offer honest, gentle direction. I believe that we all need someone we can trust, who has our best interests at heart, and I aim to be that for you as your counsellor :)
Do you find it hard to open up to people? Maybe the idea of therapy is a little anxiety-inducing. I like to maintain a relatable, humorous and open-minded feel in our sessions, all while having the ability to sit with you in your darkest moments — without judgment, without rushing, and with the highest level of respect to you. Blending clinical expertise, creative insight, and lived experience, I can:
- Hold space for difficult emotions with strength and dignity
- Offer clear, grounded insights without pressure
- Support deep healing from relational wounds and betrayal
- Help clients understand themselves and their relationships in new ways
- Balance professionalism with authenticity and warmth
I understand that being truly seen can release shame, soften self‑judgment, and open the door to meaningful change. I stand beside my clients with steadiness and honesty, offering someone to rely on, draw from, and work with — no matter how complex the issue.
Book a Session
If you are feeling unsure about counselling, want to know a bit more about my therapeutic style, or have any questions, feel free to reach out any time through text or email! I offer free 15 minute consultations and am currently welcoming new clients.
Email today to book a consult, a session, or to learn more about working together.