I am Sena, and my pronouns are she/her. I am a Registered Social Worker and practicing psychotherapist with over a decade of experience in the mental health field. I hold a Master of Social Work from the University of Minnesota and have specialized training in trauma-focused therapies, including EMDR, Sandtray Therapy, Child-Centered Play Therapy, and Theraplay.

My approach emphasizes creating a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their inner strength and resilience on their journey to healing. I am passionate about empowering individuals and families to uncover their innate capacity for growth while guiding them through life’s challenges with compassion and care.

I specialize in working with children, youth, families, and individuals, focusing on trauma, attachment, and life transitions. With both personal and professional experience working with immigrants and newcomers, I am deeply attuned to the impact of racism, discrimination, and cultural transitions on mental health. I strive to create a therapeutic environment that is client-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive, ensuring that clients feel seen, heard, and understood.

Outside of my professional life, I love spending time with my family, exploring nature, and discovering new restaurants and coffee spots.

Whether working with children through play therapy, supporting families through transitions, or guiding individuals on their healing journeys, I am honored to walk alongside my clients as they uncover their capacity to thrive and grow.

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I’m Sarah, my pronouns are she/her/hers. I am a practicing psychotherapist and Registered Social Worker with the British Columbia College of Social Workers. I graduated from the University of Windsor with a Bachelor of Social Work in 2011. I later completed a Master of Social Work degree at Western University in 2018. My goal in the therapy room is to create a safe space that allows you to get to the root cause of your distress in order to move forward in life. I am often described as direct, but am committed to provide a warm, welcoming and non-judgemental therapeutic environment.

Between my undergraduate and graduate degree, I spent time living and working overseas as a kindergarten teacher in Seoul, South Korea and in Hong Kong. Prior to moving back to Canada, I studied to become a certified meditation instructor in Rishikesh, India.

I am a firm believer and practitioner of client-centered and trauma informed care. Together, we can work towards bringing the parts of you that are seeking change in order to heal. I am comfortable sitting with clients who are working through difficult emotions, feelings and memories. I have experience in clinical neurosciences and have worked primarily in direct clinical psychiatric care. I specialise in supporting clients who feel held back by their past experiences or traumas. I have helped many clients over the years suffering from anxiety, panic, PTSD, depression, personality disorders, psychosis and phobias. I work collaboratively with clients from an EMDR therapy perspective along with an adjunct of mindfulness.

In my spare time, you can find me travelling, in the mountains, spending time with my partner or catching up on the latest Netflix documentaries.

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I identify with the pronouns she/her/hers. I have been in the social services field for 25 years working with children, youth and families in the Vancouver community. I hold a BA in Child & Youth Care (2010). I hold a MA in Counselling Psychology (2015) and I am Registered Clinical Counsellor. Post graduation I have trained to become a Certified Synergetic Play Therapist and an Approved EMDR Consultant. The combination of my degrees, post-graduate certifications and my 25 years experience, has afforded me a unique specialization of skills to intervene effectively with children, youth and adults.

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I’m Kayla (she/her), I have recently completed a Master’s of School Counselling with City U and will be a practicing RCC at Kindred Counselling early May 2025. In the meantime, I will still be seeing clients at a reduced rate. Extended insurance will not cover these sessions. My schedule is now open for booking. Book a free consultation now to get the process started!

​I’m a mixed ancestry Métis woman currently working as a “Success” teacher for Indigenous secondary students. I am passionate about working with children, youth and their families and supporting them in strengthening their mental wellness.

​​At Kindred I work with children, youth engaging in play-based and art-based techniques. I also integrate EMDR techniques into the the therapeutic process depending on the child’s treatment plan. Young people will find ease in the expressive process and be in their element in the playroom.

Parents/caregivers of clients may also book Parent-Counsellor Support Sessions with me for guidance and support.

​Beyond my work with children and youth, I have a keen interest in helping adults heal from trauma and use EMDR to support them transform their lives. 

​​Some of my hobbies include painting with watercolours, photography and spending time by the ocean.  

Languages: English, French 

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I am a Registered Clinical Counselor (RCC) with over ten years’ experience providing counseling support to individuals from varying backgrounds. I celebrate the diversity of each client by focusing on their unique strengths and perspectives. In my work with clients I integrate several therapeutic approaches and am skilled in working with clients experiencing a variety of challenges including trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief/loss, family challenges, and stress management.

My approach is holistic and flexible and determined by the needs of each client. I aim to provide a safe, compassionate, and accepting atmosphere while empowering individuals to reach their goals while strengthening their resilience. Through a process of awareness, insight, skill building, and warm support, clients can learn to navigate and make sense of challenges. I work from a client centered approach utilizing an EMDR therapy perspective.

Outside of my work at Kindred Counselling I love hiking, spending time with family, and finding the best ice cream in town!

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