Counselling for Individuals
Individual counselling is a One on One Process
You will work with a trained therapist—in a safe, caring, and confidential environment—to explore your feelings, beliefs, and behavior. The process can help you work through challenging circumstances, identify aspects of your life that you would like to change, resolve difficult relationships with others, set personal goals, or work towards a desired change.
It’s a Big Step
We understand that coming to individual counselling is a big step for most people. You will find that all our counsellors “have been there” – their life experiences have the common thread of all people. You will not be speaking with a stranger, you’ll be talking to someone who knows every angle of the issue that is concerning you and in many cases has been where you are at now.
The Initial Intake Session
In your initial intake session, you will have a chance to discuss what’s going on for you, you will be asked questions so that we may clearly understand your situation and needs, and by the end of the session, your therapist will give you their professional feedback on what they think may be happening for you and what the best approach to treatment may be.
Counselling – Text or Call 604-732-3930
Looking for an Alternative to Counselling?
Direct Neurofeedback – it’s FAST ACTING!
– It’s very effective at helping Anxiety, Worry, Panic Attacks, Fears and Phobias
– It is non-invasive, drug-free, painless and completely safe.
– Results are exceptional you’ll experience a difference after a few sessions.
– Direct Neurofeedback allows the body to relax and resets the nervous system.
Counselling – Text or Call 604-732-3930
Is A Professional Better Than a Friend?
The benefit of working with a trained professional is getting fresh insight and non biased feedback into your situation that can help you identify your blind spots and patterns which may be keeping stuck and holding you back from having the life your want.
Is Medication Better Than Therapy?
Therapy is a proven treatment that has been shown to be equally or more effective than medication but with no side effects and with longer lasting benefits.
Important To Try the FREE Half Session!
Research has proven that the connection with your therapist is key to the success of your treatment. For that reason we suggest you try our half hour free consultation. This isn’t an individual counselling session, but a chance to meet with the counsellor, tell them briefly what’s happening for you and ask them any questions that may help you feel more comfortable in moving forward.
A Few of Our Team Counsellors
Go To “Our Team” to see all Counsellors and Neurofeedback Technicians.
Claire Maisonneuve MA RCC
Director, Alpine Counselling Clinic
For over 30 years I have explored and implemented different approaches and strategies with my clients. My approach to therapy is holistic in that I address your issues from all aspects of your being, including your mind, body, emotions and spirit. I draw on years of work with advanced techniques of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, training in body centered therapies and on Psycho-spiritual principles. My methods are scientifically validated and evidenced based.
Talk to a real person Text or Call 604-732-3930
Our phones are open 9:00 am – 8:00 pm Monday to Friday, all day Saturday and 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Sunday.
Get a real person answering when you call.
Dr. Avrum Miller
Registered Psychologist, #1148
In addition to individual and relationship counselling, I also provide critical incidents stress debriefings to various groups. I am a certified Employee Assistance Practitioner and offer consultation services and workshops upon request.
Carmen Everall
RTC, CBT, BMT
English & French
I have lived and traveled around the world and studied with teachers in Canada, the USA, Peru, Columbia, Panama, Bali, Egypt, and Mexico. This commitment to continuous learning, personal growth, healing, and teaching is the cornerstone of my practice. I am dedicated to empowering my clients and providing a compassionate, empathetic, and non-judgmental environment where they can flourish. My own experience with trauma led me to my counselling career. I want to offer hope to my clients and let them know that they are not alone.
Counselling offered in English or French.
Tara Read
M.Ed., RCC
My greatest passion is assisting individuals to remember and reclaim who they truly are – their unique strengths, knowledge, abilities, potential, and purpose in this life. In fact, it is my mission. I serve as a catalyst or activator to help “wake you up” and disrupt the false beliefs that have held you back.
You may be feeling stuck, frustrated, overwhelmed, exhausted, and perhaps even a little hopeless. Life may feel endlessly centered around suffering or like a daily exercise in the art of survival. Deep within however, you know there is much more for you. Do not be discouraged! As someone who has walked this path, I am well equipped to show you how to navigate it.
Julia Meissenheimer
CCC, RMFT
Hi, I’m Julia, Welcome! Thank you for reaching out.
I have a worldview lens given my 18 years of experience while practicing in South Africa, USA, and Canada including Haida Gwaii, Prince Rupert, Smithers and Houston.
I believe in the importance of a safe place where you can feel heard, and respected. I view healing as a journey of returning or coming to a state where one feels safe, integrated and connected to their inner and outer world.
I am a Certified Clinical Counsellor (CCC#9429) with a Master of Science Degree in Counselling Psychology and Certified in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Maryam Abdipour
MA., RCC
English & Farsi
I have specialized training in working with youth, teens and young adults using unique techniques that help draw out the expressive nature, strength and confidence in people. I guide young people and help them flourish and prosper as they transition into the next phase of their life.
I have a special gift for establishing rapport and inspiring confidence in my clients.
Lori Sangha
RSW., Master of Counselling, CCC
I believe that solutions for life’s struggles can be discovered through a respectful, collaborative process in counselling. I offer a safe, caring and holistic approach, helping you to discover and build upon untapped inner strengths and resources so you can move towards resolution, healing and success.
I am dedicated to my ongoing personal and professional development, and I have training in a variety of approaches including:
- IFS: Internal Family Systems
- Brainspotting Level 3
- Satir Transformational Systemic Therapy,
- Bader-Pearson Developmental Couples Therapy
- Emotionally Focused Therapy
- Gottman Method
- DBT: Dialectical Behavioural Therapy
- Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction
Sindy Taylor
RTC, BMT.
Conversational Punjabi
I am a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor and certified Body Mind Therapist; I am also a certified Reiki Master and Chi-Kung Practitioner.
I work with adults experiencing a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, family conflict, peer relationship problems, personal transformation, self-esteem issues, spiritual emergencies, stress, and trauma. Sessions are conducted in a safe and judgment free environment. We begin by identifying your healing objectives following which we create an individualized, and straightforward plan to empower you to realize your goals.
Leila Milani
MA., RCC
English & Farsi
In our work together, I support you to take a compassionate and curious look at your inner world of thoughts, emotions, bodily sensations, and memories. I teach you tools to loosen the grip of old narratives, unhelpful thought patterns and negative self-beliefs. As part of the healing journey, I take a look at how your earliest experiences and relationships shaped them. Along the way, I identify values, set goals and move you towards a more joyful and meaningful life.
Nogol Mesgarani B.A., M.B.A., R.T.C., M.A. (cand.)
English and Farsi
Clients often describe my approach as warm and supportive. I am deeply passionate about guiding individuals, couples, and families towards growth and self-discovery. My work is rooted in building a profound connection between all parts of our being – our physical body, emotional body, mind, and spirit. Drawing upon the wisdom of the body, I strive to create balance among these elements to foster a sense of wholeness – an approach inherent to integrative and somatic therapy.
Isabelle St-Jean
RSW, PCC, RTC
English & French
As a therapist with over 20 years experience I have an uncommon ability to identify and mirror back the inner gifts of my clients while supporting them to clearly see and transcend their limitations. My counselling and coaching style includes unique, transformative exercises leading to expansive ways of thinking and being, that bring exciting possibilities within reach. I gently support and challenge my clients to be accountable as they take steps to successfully navigate difficult mental states, relationship issues, and major life transitions.
Jennifer Scott
RSW, RCC, BC-DMT
Helping people transform life’s challenges into opportunities for change, growth, and connection has been my passion and focus for more than 20 years in my work as a social worker, counsellor, and psychotherapist.
Stacy Kunder MC, RCC
I believe that if you are reading this, you are already on your healing journey.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and I help individuals who are struggling with the human experience, including issues such as stress and anxiety, depression and mood issues, relationship issues including boundaries and communication, grief and loss, existential crises, and difficult or transitional life events. My personal experiences with motherhood, trauma, Post-Concussion Syndrome and navigating relationship challenges have fuelled my passion for therapeutic work and healing.
I am deeply aware of the importance of connection and belonging, especially when one is struggling, and bring this awareness into my work as a Clinical Counsellor. I strive to provide a safe container and a neutral space to process all of life’s experiences. I would describe my current therapeutic approach as primarily person-centred; trauma, attachment and nervous system (polyvagal) informed; accepting of all identities and experiences; and collaborative in nature. I have a background in dance, yoga and meditation and honour the mind-body connection as it relates to healing.
Talk to a real person Text or Call 604-732-3930
Geoff Lyon
M. Ed., RCC
Counselling can be helpful for several different reason:
- Identifying and working through emotions, such as grief, depression, rage
- Calming the whirl of thoughts and clarifying thinking
- Building richer connections with those around you
- Moving past constricting beliefs or life patterns
- Getting support as you make decisions that are congruent with your needs and values
Sara Nahri
MA, RCC
English & Farsi
We are not expected to heal from our physical wounds without professional care, psychological wounds are no different.
Throughout our lifespan we all face different challenges. Using our resourcefulness and creativity we meet those challenges to the best of our ability. However, sometimes a problem becomes too big or heavy for us to carry. We may find that we have used up all our resources, support and familiar methods and we feel stuck. Work with me to explore how to live life with meaning, to move on from the past and build skills to cope with today.
Christina Di Cesare M.A., RCC
I recognize that newly entering the therapeutic environment can be a daunting experience. Throughout our time together, I will be with you every step of the way – prioritizing your emotional safety and providing your optimal space for growth and healing. No two therapy sessions are the same and as such, the treatment process and our time together will be tailored to your individualized needs and goal trajectories. Woven into my therapeutic approach is a trauma informed, strengths-based and culturally aware framework in which your unique story and experiences drive our sessions.
I practice from an integrative theoretical lens, with an emphasis on humanistic and person-centred approaches.
Jade-Elise Kirk
MA., DVATI, RCC
You deserve to live the life you desire, loving the person you are, with the story that you have. If you find that you are having difficulty identifying how to manage changes in your life, are struggling to cope with symptoms related to anxiety and depression, or are generally discouraged when trying to create the life that you desire, it may be a sign that you are in need of support.
Nicole Bowlsby MA., RCC
I welcome all clients and have specialized experience working with young adults and teens in both Australia and Canada. I have worked with a diverse range of backgrounds and presentations. No matter if your issues feel big or small. Some of my areas of special interest are:
- Anxiety and depression
- Trauma and abuse
- Self-worth
- Grief and Loss
- Relationship issues
- LGBTIQA+ issues
Susana Diaz Bahamon MA., CCC
English and Spanish
Feeling sad, stuck, anxious or unmotivated are some reasons why life sometimes feels hard. As a counsellor, I commit to you to ensure that you are met with unconditional positive regard and an evidence-based approach that will support you in your healing journey as I help you heal and become the person you want to be.
My work is based on a positive therapeutic relationship as the foundation of the counselling journey. I am interested in your life story, its ups and downs, and in you as your wonderful self.
Godfrey Zimuto CCC, RCC
In therapy sessions we will explore the hurdles that hold you back from having the quality of life you desire. My focus is to guide you towards a deeper level of change. We do this by exploring the patterns keeping you stuck, beliefs that limit you, and thoughts that cause you distress. Often these patterns are rooted in your past experiences. Therefore, the process becomes one of establishing meaningful relationships that generate mutual trust and a sense of safety.
Alex Durian MA., RCC
My goal is to create space for you to honour who you are, where you come from and what you’ve been through. With the right support, you can develop a greater sense of calm so you can make choices that bring more joy and pride into your daily life, including relationships.
I’m here to help you find those missing pieces. As we sit together, we’ll explore your experiences in depth and identify patterns that no longer serve you. We’ll work on shifting your responses to difficult situations so you can build a better connection to self, while also strengthening your connection to others.
Talk to a real person Text or Call 604-732-3930
The Next Step is Yours – Take It!
A Personal Letter To YOU,
It takes courage to initiate a change in your life – especially one that has been weighing you down for a long time. It is almost as if that which you want to get rid of is a familiar friend. In reality it is your enemy, that undermines and restricts you everyday.
Isn’t it time to finally throw the enemy out and live the rest of your life free?
The expertise we have at the Alpine Counselling Clinic is unsurpassed. The thousands of clients we have helped to make significant changes in their lives over the past 30 years, bears good testament to our professionalism and commitment.
If you are hesitant in any way about taking the next step, call the number below and ask for me personally – so we can talk.
Claire Maisonneuve, director Alpine Clinic.
