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Are you stressed at work and can’t sleep at night? Feeling worried, stuck and overwhelmed? I understand that these experiences can lead to feelings of loss – loss of control, loss of freedom, and loss of passion for your…

Ph.D., R.Psych

If you’re tired of suffering alone and feeling misunderstood, finding the right therapist is a great place to start. I have spent nearly a decade helping people face overwhelming challenges and beat the odds. You will…

Hi there! My name is Alishia. I am a strength based, holistic and multicultural Registered Clinical Counsellor with experience in treating mental health. I work with Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Autism, grief…

M.A., RCC

Everybody needs some extra support at times to work through the problems, hurdles, challenges, and chaos that we find ourselves experiencing. I have a strong interest in working with adults who are experiencing…

M.S.W., RSW

Do you want to build a life that is worth living, filled with healthy balanced relationships with friends, family and important people in your life? Do you want to build a stronger understanding of yourself and navigate…

M.S.W., RSW

Does your mind consistently race? Do you feel unsafe or wish you had more confidence? Do you feel like you simply can’t control what’s going around you? Do you feel like you must keep busy all the time for fear of your…

M.A., RCC

Brenna King has a Masters degree and is a registered member of the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors. She offers her private practice in North Vancouver (Lonsdale and 20th). She also provides…

You're not sure if therapy is the right choice for you. It's sounds like a good idea, but you're just not sure if your 'issues' are important enough for therapy. Maybe its work stress, a relationship, or a big life event…

M.Ed., CCC

I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor with good standing. I have over 15 years of counselling experience. I completed my master's degree in counselling psychology at the University of British Columbia. I have extensive…

M.A., RCC

Hello, my name is Jasmine (she/her) and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and a Registered Nurse (RN) working in Burnaby, British Columbia. My Approach: In therapy, I embrace a humanistic, person-centred…

M.S.W., RSW

Hello and welcome. My name is Sam. I am a Registered Social Worker with a Master’s Degree in Social Work from University of British Columbia. Many of us find ourselves feeling stuck or overwhelmed. And so many people…

M.A., RCC-ACS

Krista (she/her) has many years experience working with children (6+), adolescents, adults, parents and families. Before completing her Masters in Counselling Psychology and becoming a therapist, she was a youth worker…

M.C., RCC

Take the first step towards healing. At Open Heart I acknowledge that my work takes place on the traditional and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil…

M.A., RCC

Rob has been a registered clinical counsellor for 7 years and has worked in the helping profession for over 10 years. Rob typically works with clients on work-related issues, stress, anxiety, depression, PTSD…

M.A., RCC

Do you feel anxious, disconnected, or stuck in old patterns? Are you grappling with something difficult? Or maybe, you just don't feel like 'you' anymore. Or, are you new to an Autism/ASD or ADHD/ADD diagnosis, think you…

MCP, RCC

Welcome! I support individuals and couples through a wide range of challenging issues and specialize in culturally-sensitive Trauma treatment. I have extensive training and experience working with adult survivors of…

M.S.W., RSW

If you want to change your life, therapy is a great way to start. I help people develop coping skills to manage difficult emotions. With 24 years of experience, I provide a supportive setting to help you regulate your…

M.A., CCC

For over 20 years I have been working with people struggling with various challenges, including stress, depression, anxiety, addictions, relationships, and life transitions. During challenging times, our experiences can…

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a trauma-informed and culturally sensitive approach. I work extensively with individuals and couples, drawing from a range of evidence-based therapies including Cognitive…

Psy.D., R.Psych

Dr. Michael Mandrusiak is a Registered Psychologist (CPBC #1803) and holds a Doctor of Psychology degree. As a psychologist in B.C. since 2008, Michael has had extensive clinical experience working with adolescent and…

M.A., RCC

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and a Canadian Certified Counsellor. I offer virtual counselling(video and telephone) to both youth and adults, working with individuals and couples. I help clients with anxiety and…

MCP:AT, RCC

Healing is not just about understanding the past , it’s about transforming the way it shapes your present. I know firsthand how difficult it can be to break free from old emotional patterns, but I also believe that…

You know that feeling that something needs to change? Maybe you have negative or anxious thoughts that you just can’t get out of your head. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, tired, and unhappy with yourself….you have come…

Psy.D., R.Psych

Dr. Dassinger will be providing secure online video counseling during COVD-19. Dr. Carla Dassinger graduated with her doctorate in clinical psychology from Midwestern University in the greater Chicago area. She has…

M.Couns., RCC

In your career, interpersonal relationships or other aspects of your life, do you constantly find yourself questioning whether you are enough? We believe one of the bravest things you can do in life is to own, process…

M.A., RCC

Are you holding it together on the outside but on the inside it feels very different? Does it feel like an internal alarm system is constantly going off? That is happening for a reason. Let's explore it together. I…

M.Ed., RCC

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected? You're not alone—and you don't have to navigate it alone. Having10 years of experience working with individuals and families, I offer a warm, collaborative space where…

I work with adults who are trying to find ways to cope with depression, anxiety and past traumatic experiences. Finding a way through feelings of hopelessness, sadness and worry is exhausting and often isolating. It can…

M.S.W., RCSW

I’m glad you’re visiting my page. Finding the right fit with a counsellor is important for getting what you need from counselling. I am an Individual and Couples Therapist who works with teens and adults. I offer both in…

M.Couns., RCC

It's natural to feel alone with your problems. Excessive worries, depression, a difficult relationship, or a painful loss feel heavy and make it hard to cope. You might feel further weighed down by thinking your…

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Motivational Interviewing Counsellors

Motivational Interviewing is a short term treatment approach, which is specifically aimed at strengthening the client's commitment for, and motivation to change. This approach is widely recognized and is used in a number of applications, including substance abuse, rehabilitation, social work, criminal justice, schools, coaching and in health promotion.

During a Motivational Interviewing session, the therapist will make sure that the client feels understood and supported. The therapist will also assure the client that his or her emotions are normal and expected, in anticipation of the great changes ahead. The key to Motivational Interviewing is to juxtapose the client's goals and behaviours that may stand in the way of success. Motivational Interviewing  can help a client recognize behavioural issues that are not conducive to success.

If you are looking for a therapist who offers Motivational Interviewing, please browse our list of practitioners below..