Therapists Beginning With D in British Columbia
I believe in the power of each unique individual’s story, having a safe space to share challenges, being connected to community and culture, and living well, whatever that looks like for you. I believe there is always a way to get where we want to go, and being adaptable, creative, supportive, and innovative in how to get there is a road worth travelling.
I believe in the power of each unique individual’s story, having a safe space to share challenges, being connected to community and culture, and living well, whatever that looks like for you. I believe there is always a way to get where we want to go, and being adaptable, creative, supportive, and innovative in how to get there is a road worth travelling.
Life is full of discouraging problems and it's easy to get overwhelmed, ignore the situation, pretend we don't need to change, or quit in frustration. We might hide who we are from others thinking we are unlovable or push others away so they can't see who we are. Counselling focuses on examining our self, our ways of navigating the world and situations, and trying to make changes that let us live happier, more authentically, and more free.
Life is full of discouraging problems and it's easy to get overwhelmed, ignore the situation, pretend we don't need to change, or quit in frustration. We might hide who we are from others thinking we are unlovable or push others away so they can't see who we are. Counselling focuses on examining our self, our ways of navigating the world and situations, and trying to make changes that let us live happier, more authentically, and more free.
Hi there, my name is Maryam, and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC). My goal is to provide you a safe space to express how you’re feeling. I am a second-generation South-Asian settler living, working, and playing, on the sacred, stolen, and ancestral territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. I identify as a third-culture kid and know how difficult it can be to feel like you belong, especially while struggling with the multiple pressures of our communities or families.
Hi there, my name is Maryam, and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC). My goal is to provide you a safe space to express how you’re feeling. I am a second-generation South-Asian settler living, working, and playing, on the sacred, stolen, and ancestral territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. I identify as a third-culture kid and know how difficult it can be to feel like you belong, especially while struggling with the multiple pressures of our communities or families.
Dafne Blanco-Sarlay, Loving Presence Counselling
Counsellor, MA, RCC, SEP
Verified Verified
Vancouver, BC V5T
My practice is a space where together, we'll find a reconnection to your inner resources for growth and healing. I’d be honoured to support you as we walk through the difficult stuff, in a safe, compassionate environment which is essential for growth and transformation. We'll collaborate to create a life that resonates with your deepest hopes, free of limiting self-doubt. The human experience involves continuous challenges... and our childhood and family transgenerational history are present in our bodies. Start the journey today towards an integrated, grounded sense of self.
My practice is a space where together, we'll find a reconnection to your inner resources for growth and healing. I’d be honoured to support you as we walk through the difficult stuff, in a safe, compassionate environment which is essential for growth and transformation. We'll collaborate to create a life that resonates with your deepest hopes, free of limiting self-doubt. The human experience involves continuous challenges... and our childhood and family transgenerational history are present in our bodies. Start the journey today towards an integrated, grounded sense of self.
An increasing number of people are experiencing a profound existential and spiritual crisis that is resulting in a process of spiritual awakening. This is part of natural rebalancing act within our personal and collective layers of consciousness, bringing us closer to harmony within and without. As beautiful as this process is, it can be very disorienting as our mind and body, nervous system, psyche and soul release outdated intergenerational traumas and patterns, unlock innate wisdom, and integrate clearer ways of experiencing our interconnectedness to one another and the natural world around us.
An increasing number of people are experiencing a profound existential and spiritual crisis that is resulting in a process of spiritual awakening. This is part of natural rebalancing act within our personal and collective layers of consciousness, bringing us closer to harmony within and without. As beautiful as this process is, it can be very disorienting as our mind and body, nervous system, psyche and soul release outdated intergenerational traumas and patterns, unlock innate wisdom, and integrate clearer ways of experiencing our interconnectedness to one another and the natural world around us.
* Please e-mail prior to arrange an information phone call * I have maintained and deepened my passion for working with children and assisting families since I began counselling in 2000. I strive to facilitate the personal growth and healing in a non-directive way, in a manner that is empathetic, warm, and accepting. I see children as an essential component of a healthy family dynamic and strive to help them through their problems, anxieties, fears, and uncertainties by way of play, art, and sandplay therapy techniques.
* Please e-mail prior to arrange an information phone call * I have maintained and deepened my passion for working with children and assisting families since I began counselling in 2000. I strive to facilitate the personal growth and healing in a non-directive way, in a manner that is empathetic, warm, and accepting. I see children as an essential component of a healthy family dynamic and strive to help them through their problems, anxieties, fears, and uncertainties by way of play, art, and sandplay therapy techniques.
Zoe J Dagneault
Pre-Licensed Professional, Zoe Dagneault
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Burnaby, BC V5C
Overwhelmed by thoughts, feelings and behaviors interfering with your life? Looking for change with lasting results? Have you tried counselling modalities that did not bring significant improvements to your life? Then I am the therapist that can effectively guide you to conquer that change. I have several years of therapeutic experience working as a Clinical Counsellor with reputable organizations such as Vancouver Coastal Health, Battered Women Support Services, and Vancouver School Board to name a few. My practice is also enriched by a Multicultural Approach. My location is easily accessible from Vancouver and Lower Mainland.
Overwhelmed by thoughts, feelings and behaviors interfering with your life? Looking for change with lasting results? Have you tried counselling modalities that did not bring significant improvements to your life? Then I am the therapist that can effectively guide you to conquer that change. I have several years of therapeutic experience working as a Clinical Counsellor with reputable organizations such as Vancouver Coastal Health, Battered Women Support Services, and Vancouver School Board to name a few. My practice is also enriched by a Multicultural Approach. My location is easily accessible from Vancouver and Lower Mainland.
Tracey Dahl
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Langley, BC V2Z (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Feeling overwhelmed or pulled in so many different directions? Maybe, you feel unsettled, anxious or just “stuck.” You know that something needs to change, but are not sure where to start. Processing emotional pain or relational struggles by yourself can be very overwhelming. And it can be unbearably lonely. The people I work with are amid grief, or navigating tricky life changes. Others are struggling with relationships or carrying the weight of past hurt and trauma. I work to help clients feel what they may have avoided because it seemed too big and overwhelming.
Feeling overwhelmed or pulled in so many different directions? Maybe, you feel unsettled, anxious or just “stuck.” You know that something needs to change, but are not sure where to start. Processing emotional pain or relational struggles by yourself can be very overwhelming. And it can be unbearably lonely. The people I work with are amid grief, or navigating tricky life changes. Others are struggling with relationships or carrying the weight of past hurt and trauma. I work to help clients feel what they may have avoided because it seemed too big and overwhelming.
As a social worker and counsellor for many years I have walked with people as they have journeyed through grief and loss, processed trauma, and learned to think differently about anxiety and depression. If you are interested in making a change in your life or working through challenging past events, please reach out.
As a social worker and counsellor for many years I have walked with people as they have journeyed through grief and loss, processed trauma, and learned to think differently about anxiety and depression. If you are interested in making a change in your life or working through challenging past events, please reach out.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or emotional and personal challenges? As a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor with ACCT - Association of Cooperative Counselling Therapists of Canada, I am here to help.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or emotional and personal challenges? As a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor with ACCT - Association of Cooperative Counselling Therapists of Canada, I am here to help.
Life's challenges can feel overwhelming, and seeking support is a courageous first step. As a counselor, I'm here to hold space and compassionately walk alongside you on your unique journey. With a personalized approach, we'll navigate through your struggles, creating a plan to work towards your healing and growth. I believe in the power of connection and will work collaboratively to create a safe and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship. Us humans are not designed to face hardships alone, so no matter what you're battling, let's embark on a path towards empowerment and positive change as a team.
Life's challenges can feel overwhelming, and seeking support is a courageous first step. As a counselor, I'm here to hold space and compassionately walk alongside you on your unique journey. With a personalized approach, we'll navigate through your struggles, creating a plan to work towards your healing and growth. I believe in the power of connection and will work collaboratively to create a safe and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship. Us humans are not designed to face hardships alone, so no matter what you're battling, let's embark on a path towards empowerment and positive change as a team.
We all go through different problems, experience different life stressors or trauma, and at times everyone needs someone to just listen. Dakova Health has trained and experienced psychologists and counsellors that specialize in different areas of practice to meet your specific needs.
We all go through different problems, experience different life stressors or trauma, and at times everyone needs someone to just listen. Dakova Health has trained and experienced psychologists and counsellors that specialize in different areas of practice to meet your specific needs.
I have been a counsellor for over 15 years and have a lot of experience supporting individuals with a variety of challenges. I work from a person centred approach, meaning, we talk about what you want to talk about for a brief or long period of time. I work with individuals, couples or family groupings (eg. siblings, parents and children). I work with anyone from age 7 and up.
I have been a counsellor for over 15 years and have a lot of experience supporting individuals with a variety of challenges. I work from a person centred approach, meaning, we talk about what you want to talk about for a brief or long period of time. I work with individuals, couples or family groupings (eg. siblings, parents and children). I work with anyone from age 7 and up.
I am passionate about helping people of all ages develop the resources they need to live a happy, healthy and full life. I believe in working collaboratively with my clients and meeting people where they are at. I work with children/youth and adults who have experienced grief and loss, have diagnosed (or not) ADHD, ASD, anxiety, life transition challenges, executive function challenges and also with those who just need a little guidance through these challenging times. Training in CBT, DBT, Grief and Loss.
I am passionate about helping people of all ages develop the resources they need to live a happy, healthy and full life. I believe in working collaboratively with my clients and meeting people where they are at. I work with children/youth and adults who have experienced grief and loss, have diagnosed (or not) ADHD, ASD, anxiety, life transition challenges, executive function challenges and also with those who just need a little guidance through these challenging times. Training in CBT, DBT, Grief and Loss.
I believe therapy offers us a space to deepen our self-understanding, find language for our experiences that feel nurturing, and to move beyond our patterns of survival towards a greater sense of integrity, meaning, self-worth, and joy. Amidst the sometimes harrowing experiences of the world outside, I see my role as a therapist to be an anchor of safety and solidarity. I prioritize relational attunement, compassion, and the flexibility needed to address what is arising in the here and now.
I believe therapy offers us a space to deepen our self-understanding, find language for our experiences that feel nurturing, and to move beyond our patterns of survival towards a greater sense of integrity, meaning, self-worth, and joy. Amidst the sometimes harrowing experiences of the world outside, I see my role as a therapist to be an anchor of safety and solidarity. I prioritize relational attunement, compassion, and the flexibility needed to address what is arising in the here and now.
I aim to meet each client with a non-judgmental, calm presence in order to build a supportive relationship in which they can be their open, authentic selves. Whether you are seeking support for emotional concerns, relationship struggles, dysfunctional or troubling thinking patterns, or a reaction to a traumatic experience, I would be happy to support you in improving your life.
I aim to meet each client with a non-judgmental, calm presence in order to build a supportive relationship in which they can be their open, authentic selves. Whether you are seeking support for emotional concerns, relationship struggles, dysfunctional or troubling thinking patterns, or a reaction to a traumatic experience, I would be happy to support you in improving your life.
“Nothing about us without us” is a movement in the Autistic community that is foundational in the support provided to Neurodiverse persons and their families. I am passionate about helping individuals and families thrive. I work with families from diverse backgrounds and am dedicated to providing culturally-sensitive care. As a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor who also has lived experience as an Autistic person, I understand the nuanced needs of autistic adults and families needing support for their neurodiverse children.
“Nothing about us without us” is a movement in the Autistic community that is foundational in the support provided to Neurodiverse persons and their families. I am passionate about helping individuals and families thrive. I work with families from diverse backgrounds and am dedicated to providing culturally-sensitive care. As a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor who also has lived experience as an Autistic person, I understand the nuanced needs of autistic adults and families needing support for their neurodiverse children.
Ambreen Dandiwal
Counsellor, MA, RCC, ADHD, CCSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Vancouver, BC V7M (Online Only)
I aim to bring an authentic, intuitive and transparent approach to counselling. My goal as a therapist is to collaborate with clients in safely reconnecting to themselves through intention, curiosity, creativity and compassionately challenging them. I believe that clients already have a reservoir of resources within them, and my role is to help them access it.
I aim to bring an authentic, intuitive and transparent approach to counselling. My goal as a therapist is to collaborate with clients in safely reconnecting to themselves through intention, curiosity, creativity and compassionately challenging them. I believe that clients already have a reservoir of resources within them, and my role is to help them access it.
I'm Teak Daniel, a Registered Social Worker (MSW, RSW) who provides individual therapy in British Columbia and Ontario (virtual). My expertise lies in the areas of bipolar disorder and other mood disorders, psychosis, schizophrenia spectrum illnesses, depression and anxiety. I’ve worked exclusively in the area of psychosis and bipolar disorder for the past 13 years. I'm also a husband, a father, a former supervisor to 15+ Masters students. I am also a registered mental health provider with the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) in BC and can provide direct billing for clients with FNHA coverage.
I'm Teak Daniel, a Registered Social Worker (MSW, RSW) who provides individual therapy in British Columbia and Ontario (virtual). My expertise lies in the areas of bipolar disorder and other mood disorders, psychosis, schizophrenia spectrum illnesses, depression and anxiety. I’ve worked exclusively in the area of psychosis and bipolar disorder for the past 13 years. I'm also a husband, a father, a former supervisor to 15+ Masters students. I am also a registered mental health provider with the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) in BC and can provide direct billing for clients with FNHA coverage.