Therapy is a collaborative journey. Together with Katie, you’ll identify your goals and co-create a roadmap towards the changes you’re seeking. With a warm and empowering approach, Katie provides a secure base for your journey. She brings together a number of therapeutic modalities to help you navigate life’s challenges and tap into your inner strengths.

Katie’s trauma-informed approach recognizes the pervasive impact of trauma and integrates this awareness into every aspect of care, fostering safety, trust, and empowerment. Through person-centered and strength-based methods, she facilitates self-discovery and self-acceptance. Drawing from attachment theory and emotionally focused therapy (EFT), Katie helps you explore the connections between your past experiences and present relationships. Katie uses Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy to uncover and hold compassionate space for suppressed emotions that underlie protective patterns.

By validating your inner experience and clearing space to listen to your inner guidance, you become more available to embrace the fullness of each moment. When you are ready to embark on your path of self-discovery and transformation, Katie would love to walk alongside you. Take the first step by scheduling a free consultation call.

Approaches · Trauma-Informed · Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) · Internal Family Systems (IFS) · Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

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The tragedy that occurred during the Lapu-Lapu day festival in Vancouver this April has had, and will continue to, have a devastating impact on our mental well-being. As a licensed clinical therapist of Filipino descent, the event has had a profound impact on his role as a therapist and as an individual with close ties to the community. The road to recovery will entail getting the mental health support that recognizes the impact of such trauma as we move forward.

Ric is a compassionate and skilled Registered Clinical Counsellor with a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology as well as a Master’s Degree in Public Policy of Filipino descent. He has experience supporting individuals contending with life struggles that include trauma and stressor-related challenges, post-traumatic stress, anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, gender dysphoria, grief and loss, and addiction recovery.

Having had extensive work with diverse groups including from LGBTQ+ communities, Ric’s approach to therapy is influenced by rich and diverse cultural experiences, along with formalized clinical trainings and evidenced-based practices. His inclusive and culturally informed approach is focused and framed to meet your unique needs.

Ric’s therapy sessions are collaborative, working to address challenges from a strengths-based approach. He helps clients recognize any internal blockages and develop more effective coping strategies while striving to foster internal awareness and heightened individual strength.

Ric’s theoretical guiding principles are grounded on the Person-Centered approach that seeks to address our internal incongruencies and reframe our thought process leading to a clearer internal awareness. His theoretical lens also includes the use of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), existential therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).

Whether you’re seeking support for overcoming past traumas, navigating your identity, or building a brighter future, Ric is here to support you every step of the way.

Areas of focus: - Trauma & Life Stressors - Anxiety - Depression - Adjustment Disorders - Gender Dysphoria - Grief & Loss - Addiction Recovery

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Kelsey, a Registered Clinical Counsellor (#20286), is fueled by her passion for helping you unlock your potential and live your best life. With her warm and compassionate approach, she believes in the inherent self-worth within us all, nurturing your journey towards positive change.

Kelsey’s approach to counselling is a beautiful blend of empowerment and understanding. She collaborates with you, identifying and magnifying your strengths while providing support in areas where you may be facing challenges. She has a foundation in Person-Centered Theory and uses the proven framework of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy to develop life skills for managing emotions and regaining stability.

With a deep understanding of the neuroscience behind trauma and emotion, Kelsey acknowledges the profound impact of past trauma on mental health. She listens deeply to your unique story and tailors her care to your individual needs, creating a safe, judgment-free space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without reservation.

If you’ve ever hesitated to seek help, Kelsey is here to reassure you that it’s an act of strength. With her by your side, you’ll bravely tackle challenges and uncover the tools and resources needed for your journey forward.

Whether you aspire to build self-worth, conquer the shadows of trauma, learn to regulate your emotions or enhance your overall mental health and well-being, Kelsey is the counsellor for you. Together, you’ll paint a picture of a happier, more fulfilled future, guided by support and compassion.

Kelsey provides a sliding scale option for those who need financial assistance in order to access counselling services.

Areas of Focus:

• Trauma and Grief
• Emotion Regulation
• Self-Compassion & Self-Worth
• Anxiety & Stress
• Relationships & Communications Skills
• Shame & Guilt
• ADHD & Neurodiversity

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Monique is a compassionate and collaborative Canadian Certified Counsellor (#11249378) who believes in the power of connection, healing, and growth. She is grounded in the belief that meaningful change happens when people feel seen, supported, and empowered. Guided by values of empathy, cultural awareness, and authenticity, Monique creates a safe space where clients can explore their inner world and move toward lasting personal change.

Her counselling approach is client-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-informed. Monique supports individuals navigating a range of life experiences, including emotional challenges, identity exploration, relationship concerns, and personal growth. She draws from approaches such as Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), offering practical strategies to help clients build resilience, manage distress, and live in alignment with their values.

Monique has experience supporting men through both individual and group counselling, helping navigate emotional and relational challenges such as anger, communication breakdowns, and personal accountability. She creates a non-judgmental space that encourages reflection, emotional awareness, and meaningful behavioural change—supporting clients in building more intentional and fulfilling relationships.

While Monique welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, she brings a unique understanding of the cultural dynamics, mental health stigma, and systemic barriers that can impact the South Asian community. Fluent in both English and Punjabi, she offers culturally responsive care with sensitivity to the nuances of identity, family expectations, intergenerational experiences, and community pressures.

Monique is passionate about meeting people where they are and walking alongside them with compassion, curiosity, and care. She believes that everyone deserves the opportunity to reconnect with themselves and the people who matter most—and she is honoured to support clients as they move toward clarity, healing, and sustained growth.

Areas of focus:

1. Anger management and emotional regulation

2. Relationship challenges and communication

3. Trauma and life stressors

4. Personal growth and self-awareness

5. Supporting men in emotional and relational growth

6. Navigating cultural dynamics and mental health within the South Asian community

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Emily is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (#22600) with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) and over a decade of experience supporting individuals through life’s most challenging and transformative moments. As part of the team at Calm Waters Wellness Clinic, she offers a warm, grounded, and collaborative virtual space where healing, growth, and self-discovery can unfold.

Her practice is rooted in evidence-informed approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Person-Centered care. Emily also brings advanced training in trauma-focused therapy and Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), allowing her to tailor each session to the unique needs, goals, and lived experiences of her clients.

Emily supports individuals navigating a range of concerns, including trauma recovery and PTSD, grief and loss, substance use and addiction, youth and young adult mental health, and neurodiversity and developmental support. She also offers culturally responsive counselling with a strong commitment to supporting Indigenous clients and communities. Emily believes in the importance of culturally safe, inclusive care that honours the whole person, and she brings genuine curiosity, deep respect, and compassion into every therapeutic relationship.

For those seeking support that is both clinically grounded and heart-centered, Emily offers a space to foster insight, resilience, and meaningful change.

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