A Registered Clinical Counsellor with her Masters of Counselling Psychology, Cath assists couples and individuals in identifying barriers to and establishing healthy relationships. She counsels individuals and couples through transitions, postpartum complications, relationship challenges, anxiety and depression using evidence based modalities.

With several years in community nursing, prenatal, postpartum and parenting education and midwifery in Australia, Cath has a strong background in working with youth and families, and has worked extensively in sexual health education.

Cath brings lived experience of parenting three young adults to her work. With authenticity she provides a safe and inclusive space. With evidence-based approaches, Cath is trained in Gottman Therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) along with a mindful and solution focused approach with a trauma informed lens. She is thrilled to join the Bach Counselling Group in a clinical counselling role.

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Lynsey is a seasoned Chartered Occupational Psychologist with a rich professional background in the United Kingdom. In her work with individuals, teams, and organizations, Lynsey excels in enhancing communication dynamics and facilitating conflict resolution.

Lynsey counsels individuals and families through anxiety, depression and life transitions, facilitating healthier intra and interpersonal communication. She has worked with the Pacific Postpartum Support Society as a counsellor and facilitator of support groups for new parents.

Lynsey brings her training a variety of evidence based modalities including family systems and cognitive behavioural therapy to empower clients in effecting meaningful changes for themselves and their families. Lynsey’s approach brings empathy and compassion, fostering an environment of trust and safety.

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Zainab Giwa is a Canadian Certified Counsellor with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association with over seven years of experience supporting her clients to gain insight, change behaviours and improve their relationships. Counselling individuals, youth, couples, and families, Zainab helps clients struggling with anxiety, depression and relationships struggles utilizing solution-focused, emotionally focused and cognitive behavioural therapy. With an inclusive and trauma-informed perspective, Zainab incorporates emotionally focused and Gottman therapy in her work with couples identifying barriers and working toward greater intimacy and joy in their relationships. Zainab is highly committed to the success of her clients in reaching their personal and wellness goals.

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A registered dietician and a graduate from the University of British Columbia, Abby specializes in working with individuals and families dealing with disordered eating thoughts and behaviours. She has worked with the Vancouver Coastal Health Eating Disorder Program with children, youth and adults. Abby provides nutritional assessments including body image and mood and facilitates her clients to build healthier relationships with food, body and themselves.

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Sophie works with individuals and families addressing a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, disordered eating, body image issues, low self esteem and establishing greater confidence. Sophie understands the importance of using an holistic approach when addressing mental health concerns. Through an attachment and trauma informed lens, Sophie uses evidence based cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) along with mindfulness approaches to her work with youth, parents and individuals. Sophie has 10 years of professional experience working alongside individuals, youth and families affected by disordered eating as a Registered Dietitian graduated from McGill University. Sophie has been working alongside experienced multidisciplinary teams of doctors and therapists using Emotion Focused Family Therapist and Family Therapy. Through extensive training on how neurodiversity affects our own relationship with food and body, Sophie has an extensive understanding on how this can impact someone’s life. With lived experience of parenting two young children herself, Sophie cares deeply about supporting caregivers in their role. Sophie is currently completing her Masters in Counselling Psychology and her internship with the Bach Counselling Group.

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A registered clinical counsellor with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors for over 12 years, Kelly works with youth and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, addiction, gender identity, sexual orientation, body image struggles, bipolar, psychosis, ADHD and post trauma. Additionally, within the public school system Kelly spent several years working with children formulating adaptive strategies and individualized education plans.

Understanding complex trauma and core negative patterns that underlie barriers to healthier functioning is fundamental to moving toward a healthier self esteem, relationship with self and others. In her trauma informed practice, Kelly utilizes mindfulness therapies, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and Eye movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR) therapies to facilitate change. With these evidence based modalities that Kelly incorporates in her counselling, her clients move from struggle and angst to an increased self esteem, better relationships and overall sense of well-being.

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Lisa is experienced in supporting a variety of individuals, families, and couples with compassion, understanding, and acceptance. With an extensive background in supporting families with complex needs, trauma, neurodiversity, and interpersonal relationships, Lisa ensures clients have a safe space to explore and find solutions to their presenting issues. She is practiced in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT) and is a Certified Music Therapist with over ten years of clinical experience. Lisa is neurodiversity-affirming, PDA-friendly, and trauma-informed, focusing on client’s strengths and resilience as a catalyst for change. As a mom and step-mom herself, Lisa cares deeply about supporting caregivers in their role, while also recognizing the importance of supporting youth, young adults, and other individuals as they navigate their own roles in their relationships, families, and in their communities. With her Masters in Neurological Music Therapy and currently in her Masters in Counselling Psychology degree, Lisa is pleased to be completing her internship with Bach Counselling Group.

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Taiba uses a variety of evidence-based therapies including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), emotionally focused therapy, mindfulness and solution-focused therapy. Additionally, Taiba is a certified with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association with her Masters of Counselling Psychology. She has completed certifications in mindfulness and related practices. Taiba works with individuals and families dealing with anxiety, depression, disabilities, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), development challenges, ADHD, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and dementia. Working with executive functioning challenges common to ADHD, Taiba assists clients in reaching their goals and overcoming barriers to their wellness. She integrates mindfulness and CBT and other therapies in the treatment plans, thus assisting clients in moving from depression, anxiety, stress management, to improved self-regard, relationship and communication.

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Susan is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a Doctorate Degree in Clinical Psychology. Susan has over 15 years of experience providing counselling, parent support, assessment and consultation services to individuals, couples and families experiencing a diverse range of emotional and behavioural challenges. Susan’s training and research includes graduate-level study in behavioural neuroscience and addiction, with a particular interest in exploring the impact of environment on healthy development. Susan’s approach combines person-centred therapy with an attachment and trauma informed lens.

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