Counselling

Counselling provides a space for you to explore concerns, gain insight, and develop coping strategies. The process may involve talking, somatic awareness, art, or other therapeutic tools, depending on your needs and preferences. Participation is voluntary, and you may withdraw at any time.

As a certified counsellor, Durwin has learned the science of effective therapy through rigorous academic training. He completed a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at the University of British Columbia and is certified at the national level through the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA). Durwin also completed all required doctoral-level coursework and training in supervision, while performing research on the benefits of mindfulness training. He is a recipient the Mind and Life Institute’s Varela Memorial Award. He has been in private practice for 9 years.

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Camilo Heredia, MBA, is a Life, Team, Leadership, and Anger coach, Purpose mentor, and Meditation instructor. He facilitates inner spiritual integration and personal growth. Camilo recently spent three years studying daily Buddhist Philosophy and Psychology with Tibetan monks in the Himalayas.

Currently settled in Vancouver, he is studying Gabor Mate’s Compassionate Inquiry psychotherapy method and will start a Masters of Counselling Psychology program this year. Camilo is also very adept at working with people struggling with issues around stress, discrimination, transitions, and creating a fulfilling life.

He is a member of the LGBTQ+ community and has lived in over 10 cities around the world.

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Parm is a compassionate, client-centered Registered Clinical Counsellor with over 23 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, families, and adolescents through diverse mental health challenges. She creates a safe, collaborative therapeutic space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to work through concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, family challenges, life transitions, and personal growth.

Her approach is person-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive. Parm draws from a range of evidence-based modalities—including Solution-Focused Therapy, EMDR, CBT, Brief Intervention, Person-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness, Trauma Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing—tailoring each session to meet the unique needs, goals, and cultural identities of her clients.

In her professional practice, Parm has extensive experience conducting comprehensive assessments to identify psychosocial factors that may affect recovery and well-being. She provides strength-based, trauma-informed counselling to foster resilience, self-awareness, and empowerment. Parm also delivers on-site counselling, consultation, and brief interventions to organizations following traumatic workplace events, helping individuals and teams navigate recovery while supporting organizational resilience and continuity.

Parm is fluent in English, Punjabi, and Hindi. She offers care that honors diversity, lived experiences, and personal values. Her work is grounded in empathy, cultural humility, and collaboration—guiding clients to build resilience, create meaningful change, and take empowered steps forward in their lives.

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Alejandra Proaño, MA (Psy), MA (Lit), M.Sc, PCC, RCC, has worked on issues around anger and violence with women, men, families and organizations in Canada, Mexico, Colombia, and in her home country of Ecuador. She facilitates groups and sees individuals, couples and families. With more than 19 years of experience in the field, she is also a published author, international consultant, speaker, and professional coach. She facilitates the women’s groups, which start approximately every 7 weeks, and co-facilitates some of the men’s groups with Moose Anger Management. Alejandra has a BA in psychology, a Specialization in Systemic Therapies, and a Master of Psychology degree. She also has a Master of Science degree (Technology Management) and a Master in Arts (Literature).

Alejandra Proaño, MA (Psy), MA (Lit), M.Sc, PCC, RCC, has worked on issues around anger and viole... Read More

Chris Thomas is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC #27843) with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. He works with adults and youth who want to better understand their anger, regain control of their reactions, and build healthier patterns in their relationships and daily lives. Chris has experience across youth, adult, and school-based settings, offering individual counselling, safety planning, risk assessment, and group facilitation.

His style is grounded, practical, and human. Chris uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused strategies, and person-centred practice, informed by the principles of existential therapy to help clients explore meaning, responsibility, and the bigger “why” behind their emotions. He aims to make sessions both supportive and straightforward, creating space for clients to unpack what’s going on and learn concrete tools they can actually use outside the counselling room.

Chris has worked with clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, identity exploration, emotional dysregulation, and major life transitions. He brings a calm, non-judgmental presence and a culturally responsive approach, meeting clients where they’re at and helping them move toward where they want to be. Whether one-on-one or in a group setting, Chris focuses on collaboration, skill-building, and sustainable, real-world change.

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Claudia brings a rich and diverse background to her counselling practice, grounded in over 25 years of experience in education and corporate leadership. With a deep commitment to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges, Claudia offers a compassionate, client-centered approach that draws on both academic training and real-world experience.

Claudia began her professional journey in Romania, where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics and taught high school for five years. After immigrating to Canada, she pursued further studies, completing a Post-Diploma in Business Administration at British Columbia Institute of Technology. This led to a successful career in Human Resources, where she worked for over two decades in leadership roles, including as a Director of HR in the aerospace sector. Throughout this time, she has remained passionate about personal growth, emotional resilience, and the importance of mental well-being in both personal and professional settings.

Now completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University, Claudia is undertaking her practicum to become a Registered Clinical Counsellor.

Claudia’s therapeutic approach is grounded in Solution-Focused Therapy and emphasizes client strengths, hope, and possibility. She believes that individuals are the experts of their own lives and works collaboratively to help clients identify what’s working and envision what’s possible. Claudia integrates hope-focused conversations, miracle and coping questions, and a gentle curiosity that helps uncover inner resilience and moments of progress, no matter how small.

Her style is client-centered and respectful, grounded in empathy and curiosity. Claudia supports clients in clarifying their own goals and discovering meaningful steps forward, even when life feels uncertain or overwhelming. She focuses not on what’s broken, but on what’s possible, and aims to create a safe, affirming space where clients feel heard, validated, and empowered.

Claudia is currently offering no-fee counselling sessions as part of her practicum placement with Moose Anger Management. Please contact us to inquire about availability.

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Daniela Wladislawoski London. M.A. Clinical Psychology, M.A. Dialogical and Collaborative Practices, RCC.

Daniela Wladislawoski London is a registered clinical counsellor in BC and an accomplished psychotherapist with over 12 years of clinical experience based in Mexico City. She specializes in providing psychotherapy for adults and couples through her private practice. Her work is deeply rooted in fostering meaningful connections and guiding transformative change.

In addition to her clinical practice, Daniela has actively participated in clinical supervision groups throughout her career, continuously refining her skills and ensuring the highest quality of care for her clients. She has also facilitated group therapy sessions and played an integral role in the Mexican healthcare system by training health professionals in empathy skills to enhance patient care.

Her professional training reflects her commitment to integrative and holistic care, encompassing Buddhist Psychology, Yoga (YTT 300 hours), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TEAM CBT), and Narrative and Collaborative Therapy (ICCP).

She perceives herself as a companion in the human journey, facilitating processes where individuals can access their inner resources and strengths. She works deeply with pain, lived experiences, and emotions that sometimes hinder people from connecting with their inner wisdom. Her approach helps clients lead lives with greater connection and meaning. Daniela is passionate about engaging in conversations that inspire new possibilities, even in the face of adversity, helping clients achieve profound personal growth and transformative change.

Daniela is passionate about the processes of nature, traveling, and exploring new places, flavors, and cultures. Daniela is also deeply committed to contributing to a more compassionate humanity, fostering a sense of responsibility toward the world and society we inhabit.

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