Therapists in New Westminster

Therapists at The Therapy Space are Ontario-registered professionals meeting the standards of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). Each has completed a master’s-level education in counselling or psychotherapy and received supervised clinical training to ensure high standards of care.

These therapists are licensed to provide online therapy to clients throughout British Columbia. Their training covers a range of approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, mindfulness, and somatic therapy.

This diversity of expertise allows therapy to be personalized. CBT offers practical tools for shifting negative thought patterns, while ACT focuses on aligning actions with personal values. IFS and EMDR support deeper emotional healing, and mindfulness practices enhance self-awareness and calm.

The Therapy Space therapists are collaborative and empathetic, creating a safe and professional environment where New Westminster clients can explore emotions, clarify goals, and develop meaningful strategies for change.

Anxiety and stress are common concerns for many New Westminster residents balancing work, commuting, and family life. Therapy helps identify the roots of anxiety and provides tools to manage both physical and emotional responses to stress.

CBT teaches clients to recognize distorted thinking patterns that fuel anxiety, replacing them with balanced, realistic thoughts. DBT focuses on mindfulness and emotion regulation, helping clients maintain stability during overwhelming moments. Somatic techniques calm the body’s natural stress response by focusing on grounding and breath awareness.

Therapists may introduce practices such as guided relaxation or brief mindfulness exercises that can be used during the day. For instance, clients might learn to center themselves during a walk along the Fraser River or while waiting for transit.

Over time, therapy builds resilience and teaches clients how to navigate pressure without becoming consumed by it. The goal is to foster steadiness and confidence even when life feels uncertain or demanding.

Therapists in New Westminster help clients address depression by offering structured support and tools to reconnect with motivation and purpose. Depression can create feelings of emptiness and disconnection, but therapy provides a space for understanding and renewal.

CBT helps challenge unhelpful thought cycles that maintain low mood, while behavioral activation encourages engagement in small, meaningful actions that counter isolation. ACT focuses on living in alignment with values, even when energy or motivation feels low.

Therapists may integrate mindfulness and somatic work to bring awareness to how depression affects the body — fatigue, tension, or heaviness — and teach gentle ways to release it. Sessions explore emotional roots such as grief, burnout, or relational stress, helping clients reconnect to themselves and to others.

For example, a client feeling unfulfilled after a major life change might use therapy to rebuild self-esteem and rediscover daily routines that promote joy and stability. Over time, therapy restores hope and helps clients feel more engaged in life.

Yes. Trauma therapy is available for New Westminster residents seeking a safe, structured environment to process and recover from past experiences.

Therapists use EMDR to help clients reprocess painful memories and reduce emotional distress. Somatic therapy complements this by helping the body release stored tension and improve nervous system regulation.

Before addressing traumatic material directly, therapists focus on establishing safety and stability. Clients learn grounding techniques, breathwork, and body-based exercises to reduce overwhelm and regain control. Once these foundations are in place, deeper trauma work can begin.

Therapists also explain how trauma impacts the body and mind, normalizing symptoms such as hypervigilance, numbness, or emotional flooding. Understanding these patterns often helps clients replace self-criticism with compassion.

A New Westminster client experiencing anxiety in crowded areas might work with their therapist to build confidence through gradual exposure and self-regulation techniques. Over time, therapy helps transform trauma from a source of distress into a story of healing and strength.

Yes. Couples and family therapy are both available to residents of New Westminster through secure online sessions. These formats provide flexibility for busy families and couples while maintaining the same depth and effectiveness as in-person work.

Couples therapy helps partners improve communication, rebuild trust, and increase emotional closeness. Therapists often use Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) to identify underlying emotional needs and strengthen empathy. The Gottman Method may be used to teach healthy conflict resolution and habits that support long-term connection.

Family therapy helps improve understanding among family members and reduce patterns of conflict. Using systemic approaches and Internal Family Systems (IFS), therapists explore family dynamics, roles, and intergenerational influences.

In New Westminster, family therapy often supports parents and children through transitions such as adolescence, relocation, or shifting family roles. Families learn to communicate boundaries with care and to build emotional safety within the home.

These sessions emphasize collaboration and understanding, helping families create stronger, more compassionate connections.

Mindfulness and somatic therapy bring awareness to the connection between the mind and body. They help clients reduce anxiety, calm stress responses, and process emotions more gently.

Mindfulness focuses on observing thoughts and feelings without judgment. Therapists may guide breathing exercises, short meditations, or grounding practices to help clients develop presence and calm.

Somatic therapy teaches clients to notice physical sensations such as tightness, restlessness, or fatigue. By understanding where emotions live in the body, clients learn to regulate their responses and feel more balanced.

Therapists integrate these practices into sessions in ways that feel natural and safe. A client in New Westminster might practice mindful walking along Columbia Street or use grounding techniques while relaxing at Westminster Pier Park. These small practices help extend therapy into daily life, promoting lasting balance.

Therapists help clients explore which approach best matches their goals and comfort level. Each modality offers distinct benefits depending on what you want to work on.

CBT provides structured techniques for addressing anxiety and depression. DBT emphasizes emotional regulation and healthy relationships. ACT helps clients live with intention and align with their values. EMDR supports trauma recovery, and IFS focuses on exploring internal emotional parts with self-compassion.

Many therapists integrate more than one approach. A client might start with CBT tools for structure, then include mindfulness or somatic work for deeper awareness. Therapy evolves naturally based on the client’s feedback and progress.

New Westminster clients are encouraged to take an active role in shaping their therapy, ensuring it feels collaborative, adaptive, and suited to their needs.

All sessions are conducted through Jane App, a secure Canadian telehealth platform that meets privacy standards under PIPEDA and PHIPA. End-to-end encryption protects client communication and records.

Therapists work from private professional settings and guide clients in creating confidential spaces at home. Notes and records are stored securely and can only be accessed by authorized therapists.

Online therapy allows New Westminster residents to attend sessions consistently without worrying about travel or scheduling conflicts. Whether you live near Queen’s Park or in the downtown waterfront area, you can receive therapy from the comfort of your space with full privacy and professional care.

Booking therapy through The Therapy Space is simple and designed to prioritize comfort. Clients can fill out the Get Matched form to receive personalized recommendations based on goals, preferences, and scheduling needs. They can also browse therapist profiles and book sessions directly online.

If the initial match does not feel like the right fit, clients can easily request a new therapist. Compatibility is key to successful therapy, and flexibility ensures clients feel supported from the start.

The matching process takes into account therapist experience, client concerns, and preferred modalities. For instance, a client seeking trauma-informed care might be paired with an EMDR-trained therapist, while another interested in mindfulness might be matched with someone who integrates body awareness into sessions.

This approach ensures that New Westminster clients receive care that feels both personal and effective.

The duration of therapy varies depending on each client’s goals and needs. Short-term therapy may last 6 to 12 sessions, focusing on specific challenges such as stress management or relationship concerns. Long-term therapy provides space for deeper self-exploration, trauma recovery, and sustained growth.

Therapists review progress regularly and adjust treatment plans based on what is most helpful. Some clients continue therapy periodically for maintenance or ongoing personal reflection.

Online therapy makes it easier for clients in New Westminster to maintain consistent attendance, even during demanding schedules. This continuity supports lasting progress and integration of therapeutic tools.

The first session centers on getting to know you — your goals, challenges, and what brought you to therapy. Therapists explain confidentiality, structure, and what the process will look like moving forward.

You’ll have time to share what feels most pressing or uncertain. The therapist listens carefully, asks clarifying questions, and may offer insights or small strategies to begin exploring right away.

The first meeting also helps establish comfort and connection. Many clients leave feeling lighter and encouraged, knowing they’ve taken the first step toward self-understanding and emotional balance.

Therapists support clients with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, burnout, self-esteem, and stress. They also work with relationship issues, family conflict, and major life transitions such as career changes or relocation.

Sessions combine reflection, coping strategies, and psychoeducation to promote resilience and emotional awareness. Clients gain practical tools they can apply between sessions — boundary-setting, mindfulness, and communication skills that enhance daily life.

At The Therapy Space, therapy is collaborative and adaptive. It’s an ongoing process of understanding, integration, and growth.

For New Westminster residents, therapy offers a space to pause within a busy rhythm — to reflect, reconnect, and find steady ground. It’s a reminder that emotional health, like the river that runs through the city, is always moving, evolving, and ready to be nurtured.