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- Virtual: Select this option if you're looking for online counselling sessions. Virtual counselling is available across the province, so you can choose a counsellor from any city in British Columbia
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Find Family Issues Counselling Psychologists, Therapists, Counsellors in British Columbia
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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…
You don’t have to struggle alone Living with anxiety, fear, and helplessness is difficult. Relationship can be confusing and disappointing. Dealing with your parents or your children can be frustrating. You are left…
Trained psychologist & coach, specializing in personal development and relationships Over 27 years of experience helping thousands of people transform their lives and relationships for good Author of an award-winning and…
My strength lies in helping you identify and celebrate your own unique strengths. The fact that you're looking here for help already tells me you're strong. If you’re overwhelmed or stuck, or you’ve lost something…
My name is Ratiba Yasin, a Registered Clinical Counsellor based in Vancouver and the founder of The Healing Cove. Before becoming a therapist, I worked as a Respiratory Therapist for 15 years, supporting people through…
You may be in pain and seeking healing, or simply have a sense that life could be better. You probably look to the world as though you are successful and coping well, but you don't feel like that inside. In holding space…
About Me I believe that all problems that seem to defy solutions are directly affected – even determined - by how you experience and relate to yourself and others. Exploring the psychological meaning and emotional sense…
It is my honour to deeply listen and support your personal journey through whatever life circumstance brings you to counselling. We can work through difficult life circumstances, relationship challenges (including family…
Welcome! I work with people experiencing a variety of life transitions and life struggles. A stressful life event, life change, or a recent loss can make it feel like your bottom has fallen out from under you; your world…
I believe that families are the foundation of any society. As parents you create the future through your children. Occasionally we encounter challenges and need some encouragement to overcome these. I can provide…
Welcome! My name is Miriam and I am a registered Social Worker with both a BSW and an MSW. I come to counselling with over15 years of experience working to support individuals and families on their wellness journeys. My…
Before becoming a psychotherapist, I was a practicing physician for 15 years. My Clinical counselling services include Individual, Couples, Family, Parenting, Addictions, and Immigration issues. I have counselled and…
“It’s never too late to feel more at home in your own body, mind, and life.” Are you carrying the weight of trauma, anxiety, chronic pain, or big life transitions? Do you sometimes feel disconnected from yourself, or…
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC, #20816) with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors. I have a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with Distinction from Simon Fraser University and a Master’s in…
I know that right now, it might feel like you're completely drained—like you're stuck in a constant cycle of stress, anxiety, or even depression. It can feel overwhelming, like you're caught in a loop where the same…
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…
At Pathways Play Therapy Services, my mission is to support children’s mental and emotional wellbeing, strengthen their attachments, and increase their connection to self. As a play therapist and child counsellor, I work…
I am a Registered Psychologist with a combined 25+ years of education and experience in psychotherapy. I have extensive experience helping with diverse concerns including anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and life…
PLEASE NOTE: Telephone counselling available, though couples counselling is only conducted in person. Safety...self compassion...solutions....So you’re looking for a therapist who “fits” with your personality and needs…
Feeling Stuck? You Don’t Have to Navigate It Alone. Are you caught in patterns that no longer serve you? Struggling with anxiety, self-confidence, low mood, or trauma? Therapy can offer a supportive space to explore…
Paul Bains, B.Sc., M.A., RCC is a Registered Clinical Counsellor. He has over 25 years experience working with couples, families, children, adolescents and individual adults. Benefits you may gain or learn by working…
I help people who are having difficulties in their relationships with their children, family, romantic partners, and co-workers. I work with individuals, couples, and some or all family members. I help people to improve…
Many of my clients are adult children of emotionally unavailable parents. They often come to therapy carrying invisible weights- chronic self-doubt, a harsh inner critic, difficulty trusting others, or a deep sense of…
For over 30 years, I have enjoyed working with individuals, couples and families. I believe in using methods that are grounded in theory and research. My goal is to help people help themselves. I view people as…
I am a registered psychologist with over 25 years experience working with individuals who struggle with all types of disordered eating and related conditions. My background includes individual and group therapy…
I CURRENTLY HAVE SOME OPENINGS FOR NEW CLIENTS. Hi, As an experienced Registered Counsellor (24 years) and as a certified EMDR Therapist, I am passionate about helping others find resolution, healing & happiness in their…
~~~Please note that I have a waitlist for new clients. Hi, I’m Clarissa, a Registered Clinical Counsellor, here to help those who feel stuck and long to experience more clarity, confidence and hope. With my years of…
Nikita has been in full-time private practice for two decades. Originally trained in contemporary schools of psychoanalysis, and as a dedicated lifelong learner, she now blends her knowledge and experience with an…
Joel Brass, M.A.Sc., R.C.C. has been an individual, relationship and family therapist for the past 41 years. His areas of expertise and personal passion are the healing and growth of individuals and love relationships…
“At some time or other, we all find ourselves unable to cope with life’s difficulties. The aim of counseling is to help you deal with these or other issues, so that you can get on with a meaningful and constructive life…
Family Issues Counsellors
Family and Systemic Psychotherapy uses the close interpersonal relationships between family members to help one another. The key to dealing with family issues is to help couples, family members or siblings to explore difficult emotions and thoughts in a safe manner. It helps each member to understand and acknowledge one another's emotions and allow them to express it safely, and in an effective manner.
Family therapy has been shown to be effective for people of all ages who are experiencing family issues or problems in their key systems (relationships) with people with whom they are close. It helps to build relationships and boosts the strengths and self-esteem of everyone in the system. Your family might need intervention if members have substance abuse problems, violent outbursts, if the family experienced a trauma, if a close family member died or if the family is not functioning at its normal capacity.
This type of therapy enables people to work with one another, instead of on one another and enables families to talk about issues that are causing distress without disrespecting emotions. Instead, it invites engagement of the family members in order to support recovery.
Therapists who address family issues use a range of different approaches to bring about the best results. While group therapy will probably take place once weekly, where the family will all meet with the therapist, individual sessions might be required too. This provides a great supplement to the family therapy work and is an ideal place for individuals to express their personal family issues that are hard to discuss in front of everyone.
If you are looking for a counsellor or psychologist who does family counselling you may want to search the directory to find a professional whose approach will suit you best.