Available In-Person & Online

Susanne Leach

M.S.W. , RSW

Counselling Practice Website

Practice Information

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 things that get in the way of you living the life you want to lead?  ​Do you want to challenge your anxiety, anger, sadness and other intense emotions?  Do you want to address issues such as self-harm, unhealthy eating habits, feelings of loneliness and disconnection.  Do you want to work towards goals that create connection and meaning in your life?  Have you tried talk therapy and feel like you are still stuck and are looking for other possibilities?

You have come to the right place, it is possible.

I'm a counsellor with extensive experience and training which includes Dialectic Behaviour Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Emotion Focused Family Therapy, Radically Open Dialectic Behaviour Therapy as well as others.  I am a trauma informed counsellor who is trained in EMDR.

I have worked as a counsellor for over 13 years.  I work on a community based adolescent mental health team where I meet with teens with complex mental health concerns.  I facilitate a 14 week DBT program that includes both caregivers and teens.

I work with caregivers and other family members to build their skill set to provide love and support for children and youth who need advanced caregiving skills. 

I worked on an eating disorder team. 

In my private practice I work with adults and caregivers to help them build a strong rich life which is sustainable and increases opportunities to thrive.

You have come to the right place.  It is possible.

I always start with the relationship and meet you where you are, so we can work together to best meet your needs. I have a warm, compassionate and genuine style.  I am passionate about helping people build strong relationships.

I have an office based in Burnaby and Vancouver and meet in person, I can also meet virtually.

I have a Master of Social worker (MSW) and am a Registered social worker (RSW)

Specialized Training

  • Emotion Focused Family Therapy- Helpful for caregivers who are stuck and are looking for ways to connect with their loved one

    https://efftinternational.org/efft-practitioners
  • Radically Open Dialect Behaviour Therapy- helpful for individuals who are lonely and would like to build strong connections

    https://www.radicallyopen.net/find-a-therapist/canada/page/2/
  • Circle of Security Facilitator- Helpful for caregivers who are stuck and looking for building connection with their child

    https://www.circleofsecurityinternational.com/circle-of-security-model/what-is-the-circle-of-security/
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing- EMDR- really helpful for past traumas, when you are stuck and as an alternative to talk therapy
  • Extensive training in Dialectic Behaviour Therapy- including facilitating Teen and caregiver skills groups- helpful for those with big emotions looking for skills

Client Fee (Individuals)

$140.00 Sliding scale is available

Client Fee (Couples/Families)

$160.00 Sliding scale is available

Availability

 
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Areas of Practice

Adolescent Issues
Anxiety and/or Panic
Depression
Eating Disorders
Family Caregiver Stress
Family Issues
Marriage and/or Relationship Issues
Neurodiversity
Parent/Teen Conflict
Parenting Issues
Perfectionism
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Self Harming Practices
Teen Adjustment Issues
Trauma

Approaches Used

Adolescent Therapy
Brief Therapy
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Communication Skills Training
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy
EMDR
Emotionally Focused Family Therapy
Family Systems
Family Therapy
Mindfulness approaches
Motivational Interviewing
Solution Focused Therapy