COUNSELLING
Ashleigh Wallace
Registered Clinical Counsellor (#23222)
Thank you so much for being here. My name is Ashleigh, and I am the owner and founder of Little Ripples Counselling. Little Ripples Counselling was born from my inherent belief that healing and personal growth start with small, intentional steps—like the gentle ripples on water—that eventually build into waves of transformation.
In my work with clients, I place the therapeutic relationship at the heart of the healing process. I believe that a strong, trusting connection between therapist and client creates a safe space where meaningful change can occur. By fostering relationships built on empathy, non-judgment, and genuine understanding, I encourage my clients to explore their emotions and experiences at their own pace.
I Work with A Range of Experiences: including social anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic pain, rejection sensitivity, self-esteem, boundary setting, assertiveness skills development, and ADHD.
I Offer Therapy in a Variety of Settings: my clients are able to choose the therapeutic environment that feels most comfortable for them. Whether through telephone, online sessions, in-person sessions at This World’s Ours Centre, or my “Walk-and-Talk” Therapy program, I strive to create a compassionate, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their emotions and experiences in their preferred setting.
I invite you to learn more about my Walk and Talk Therapy offering here:
https://www.littleripplescounselling.ca/walk-and-talk-therapy
At This World’s Ours Centre, I am excited to bring my expertise to both children and adult clients. With children, my focus is on fostering their social and emotional development, supporting emotional regulation, and providing a safe space for them to explore and navigate their feelings. For adults, I offer a compassionate, values-driven approach, helping individuals address life’s complexities and achieve personal growth, ultimately becoming a more self-aware, authentic person.
About Me: I invite you to read more about me here: https://www.littleripplescounselling.ca/about
Education:
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counselling. I hold a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology, a Bachelor’s Degree with a Major in Sociology and a Minor in Counselling, and an Associate of Arts Degree with a specialization in Sociology.
Nina Sekhon Sharma
Registered Clinical Counsellor (#8813)
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Every person at some moment in their life reaches a roadblock where they are unsure what to do or who to turn to. Every day may feel like a struggle. Whether it be conflict in your relationship, feeling anxious, overwhelmed with life demands or just feeling stuck, counselling is a safe space that can allow you to address your most private and vulnerable emotions and thoughts. I have over 15 years of individual and couples counselling experience and I am passionate in helping adults (19+) find their path to a more peaceful future. Together we will discuss your concerns, work toward healing, and find realistic solutions.
I use a trauma informed, culturally sensitive and empathetic approach drawing from evidence based modalities including CBT, ACT, Gottman Method, and SFT. Some issues that have arose in my sessions include addressing unhealthy thinking patterns, managing anxiety, overcoming gridlock, improving communication, practicing self-care, and reviving your relationship.
Experiencing a life transition isn't easy. My goal is to support you in revisiting past emotions and addressing negative patterns while working towards building resilience. Together we will work toward moving away from comfort zones and embrace change to achieve peaceful relationships with yourself, others, and future life challenges.
"When things change inside you, things change around you." And it's a beautiful thing.
Let's connect. :)
Note: Most Extended Health Programs cover the services of a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC). Please check with your insurance provider for details. I do not offer direct billing at this time.
If you would like to book an appointment with Nina, please email her at: sekhonnina@hotmail.com
Nathalie Maginot
Registered Clinical Counsellor (#21523)
Nathalie Maginot’s counselling practice is rooted in a trauma-focused and integrative approach to therapy, believing in everyone's potential for growth and the curiosity to learn from you. She offers an accepting space to explore your relationship with yourself and experience new ways of being with yourself. Nathalie prioritizes building a safe therapeutic relationship that can act as a model and an experience for secure attachment, striving to support you in fostering a secure relationship with yourself. She will connect with you with empathy and acceptance, offer validation, and compassionately challenge you toward growth.
Nathalie works with adults, youth, and families. She has many years of experience and a deep passion for working with youth. With an experiential approach, she supports children and teenagers in better understanding themselves—their behaviour, emotions, and thoughts—and finding ways to regulate. She uses play and art to help her youth clients feel safe opening up and sharing their experiences. In family sessions, Nathalie supports caregivers in better understanding their child and finding strategies to navigate parenting challenges.
Nathalie’s practice addresses a variety of issues, including neurodiversity, anxiety, depression, nervous system regulation, impacts of traumatic experiences, disordered eating and body image challenges, grief and loss, relational challenges, and existential questions. Her integrative counselling approach draws from Emotion-Focused Therapy, Polyvagal Theory, Somatic and Mindfulness Practices, Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Experiential Therapy.
Nathalie currently takes on new clients and offers virtual sessions.
Sarah Welton
Counsellor
Sarah comes to TWO with over a decade of experience supporting children, youth, and their caregivers. As both a licensed BC Teacher and a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC), she strives to help each child to find their unique groove and to achieve their goals. Sarah is an energetic counsellor who thinks that counselling, though challenging at times, can be a playful and play-filled experience!
After completing her masters degree she has continued to advance her skills. She uses a combination of cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) and play therapy in her work with children. Whether working with your child to reduce anxiety, worries, and fears, supporting complexities related to Autism (ASD), helping with strategies for learning differences and developmental exceptionalities, or providing coaching around parenting challenges, Sarah is results oriented. To facilitate change, she bases her practice in data to help direct your work together.
When not at TWO, Sarah can be found playing with her little one, trying a new recipe, or with her family exploring one of our local forests.
Sarah Welton does her own bookings. Please use the book now button below to visit her website. Currently her waitlist is closed.
Julie Kang
Registered Clinical Counsellor (#18450)
Hello! My name is Julie Kang.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (18450) and owner of Qavah Therapy. I completed my Master of Arts (MA) in Family Life Education from Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, California.
Since 2005 I have had the privilege of doing pastoral counselling for youth and college students and more recently clinical counselling with individuals of different backgrounds and ages.
I worked with high risk youth for 7 years.
Therapy should be a safe place to heal and grow. My therapeutic style is holistic and trauma informed rooted in compassion, authenticity and neuroscience.
I am currently available in person or on-line.
Mingyao (Lori) Wang
Counsellor
Hello, I’m Mingyao(Lori)!
I offer counselling sessions for children, youth, adults, and couples. My approaches are rooted
in evidence-based therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT),
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Gottman Method
Couples Therapy, Art Therapy, and Sandplay Therapy. I also prioritize the client-centred
approach, ensuring that the sessions are tailored to fit each client’s unique needs, helping
individuals feel heard and supported throughout the process.
I work with clients on dealing with a range of issues, including mood disorders, depression,
anxiety, ADHD, OCD, autism, phobias, relationship difficulties, trauma, grief and loss, family of origin issues, academic pressures, career development and planning issues, life transitions, addiction issues, and so on.
As a bilingual counsellor fluent in English and Mandarin and have been explored deeply in the
global mental health field, I appreciate the diverse cultural perspectives on mental health. This
understanding allows me to provide thoughtful and effective support to individuals from all
backgrounds, embracing diverse genders, orientations, and abilities.
I believe that the relationship between a counsellor and a client is like that of “journey partners.” Inspired by the insights of Irvin D. Yalom and Rainer Maria Rilke, I view our time together as a collaborative exploration, where we patiently navigate the complexities of life, embracing the questions themselves that arise and nurturing the souls seeking healing. In an environment of openness, trust, and support, everyone can discover strengths within themselves that they may not have realized they possessed. It is my pleasure to walk alongside you on this journey.
If you are ready to talk or need someone to listen and help, I’m here for you.
I am currently accepting new clients for online and in-person sessions.
Please book via email: lori.mypsyc@gmail.com.
Katia Merhi
Counsellor
My approach to therapy is collaborative, anti-oppressive, inclusive, and strengths
based. This means that I will meet you where you are and see you as a unique
individual. Together we will explore counselling strategies that are best suited to your needs. We will look at the strengths that you have within yourself, and how to build on those to support you on your journey.
My personal experiences of moving and immigrating, feelings of not belonging, and constant change have shaped me and my counselling approach profoundly. As I navigated through my own struggles and challenges, I discovered a deep passion for supporting individuals who are going through life transitions, immigration, and those who might be grappling with anxiety, depression, loneliness, and the feeling of not fitting in. I’m a Lebanese Brazilian cis-woman, and I am fluent in English, Portuguese and conversational Arabic (Lebanese Dialect).
Areas of Focus
- Anxiety
- School Anxiety
- Depression
- Trauma
- Loneliness & ; Feelings of not-belonging
- Self-criticism & Perfectionism
- Relational conflict and challenges
- Life Transitions (immigration, aging, life changes)
Education & Credentials
I have a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Masters of Arts in Counselling
Psychology. I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) accredited through the
Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA).
Outside of Work
Outside of practice, I am still pretty much the same Kátia you will see in the therapy room. I work hard to be myself in most - if not all - settings, bringing my
genuine, shy, compassionate, and caring self with me wherever I go.
You can probably find me out in nature with my dog, Daisy - who has been with me for 7 years now, traveling all over the world. I enjoy exploring new vegetarian restaurants around Vancouver and exploring new hobbies like doing DIY projects,
painting, and making candles, and jewelry.
Deepti Saini
Counsellor
Hi! I am Dee, a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors, holding a graduate degree in Psychology from the University of British Columbia and a Master’s degree in
Counselling Psychology. It is an honour to walk alongside my clients on their path to healing, and I
believe in meeting each individual where they are, and providing compassionate support as they move
forward in their journey.
Approach & Training
I primarily work from a Person-Centered (PC) approach, fostering a non-judgmental, curious, and
compassionate space where clients feel empowered to explore their needs. I trust that clients have an
innate understanding of their healing process, and my role is to support and guide them accordingly.
With a flexible and eclectic approach, I incorporate tools and techniques from various therapeutic
modalities based on each client’s unique needs. My training includes but is not limited to:
- Attachment-Focused Therapy (AF)
- Adlerian Therapy
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness-Based Approaches
Additionally, I have a deep interest in trauma-informed care, continuously exploring techniques that aid nervous system regulation. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
and Flash techniques, both of which have been profoundly beneficial for many of my clients.
My passion for working with children has led me to extensive training in Play Therapy. I recognize that
younger clients often lack the language skills to express their emotions verbally. Through play, they can naturally express their internal world in a safe and supportive environment, fostering emotional healing and growth. Additionally, my deep appreciation for music and its therapeutic potential in mental health recovery has inspired me to train in Music-Integrated Therapy, allowing me to incorporate its healing benefits into my practice.
Experience
I have had the privilege of working with individuals ranging in age from 4 to 74 years. While I find great fulfillment in supporting children, my work extends to adolescents and adults as well. My personal experience as a therapy client has given me invaluable insight into the emotions and concerns of those seeking support, particularly first-time clients. This dual perspective allows me to approach my work with deep empathy and understanding.
Authenticity is a core value in my practice—I strive to present myself genuinely to my clients, creating a
safe space for them to be vulnerable. My trauma-informed approach ensures that I remain attuned to
each client’s pain and suffering, allowing me to provide meaningful and personalized support.
Services
I specialize in working with clients experiencing:
- Anxiety & Depression
- Grief & Loss
- Chronic Pain
- Dissociations
- Eating Disorders
- Addictions
- Life Transitions
- Trauma & PTSD
- Relationship & Family Issues
Additionally, I have extensive experience supporting individuals with neurodiversity and neurodevelopmental disorders, advocating for their holistic well-being. My work has also involved
supporting toddlers and infants, ensuring that even the youngest individuals receive the care they need.
Getting Started
If you would like to explore whether we are the right fit, I offer a complimentary 20-minute virtual
consultation. Please feel free to reach out to schedule a session.
email - therapy@bcpt.ca
phone (call/text) - (604) 238 8680