Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) therapists in Abbotsford, British Columbia BC, Canada CA
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CBT
Colleen Vantol
Counsellor/Therapist, BA Psych. Masters Counselling Psychology,RCC
I offer a safe, non judgemental space for people to reconnect with themselves & explore vulnerabilities without reservation.
19 Years Experience
In-Person in Abbotsford, BC V2S 2H1
Online in Abbotsford, BC British Columbia
CBT
Laura Abraham
Counsellor/Therapist, M.A. RCC
Do you often feel anxiety crowding your thoughts? Or do you worry about “little things” and cannot understand why others dismiss your worries so easily? You are not alone. Together we can work on coping strategies to help manage your anxiety, stress, and general overwhelming feelings in daily life. I bring experience, education, and passion to my practice. With over a decade of professional experience counselling children, teens, and adults, I help support them through anxiety, stress, parenting, spiritual questions, and other life challenges.
15 Years Experience
In-Person in Abbotsford, BC V2T 5Z1
Online in Abbotsford, BC British Columbia
CBT
Elysia Bronson (The Woods Counselling)
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Clinical Counsellor, Online Therapy, Chronic Pain, & Traumatologist
Chronic pain and trauma can leave you feeling isolated and like your life is shrinking around you. I understand. As a therapist who has also navigated chronic illness, I've walked a similar path.
I specialize in online therapy for chronic pain and trauma because I believe everyone deserves access to support, no matter their location or limitations.
Through online therapy, I offer a safe space to explore your experiences, develop coping skills, and build resilience. I work collaboratively with you to manage pain, increase energy levels, and reduce stress. My goal is to empower you to reclaim control and find joy, even amidst chronic pain and trauma.
It's normal to feel hesitant about opening up to a stranger. My website offers a glimpse into my story and my therapeutic approach.
Ready to take the first step towards a more fulfilling life?
Schedule a free consultation today. Let's create a path forward together, filled with compassion, practical tools, and the hope of a brighter future.
4 Years Experience
Online in Abbotsford, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
CBT
Simone Merkl Marriage Counselling
Counsellor/Therapist, RTC
My mission is to inspire deeper appreciation, emotional connection, intimacy, and attraction in your relationship.
As a Relationship Attraction Specialist and couples counsellor, I help couples understand the deeper patterns that influence love, connection, and desire. Many couples still care deeply for each other but find themselves stuck in cycles of conflict, distance, misunderstanding, or emotional disconnection.
It is incredibly rewarding to witness couples heal old wounds, strengthen their attachment, and rediscover the partnership they once shared. I love seeing couples move from treating each other as adversaries to becoming collaborators who support, understand, and choose each other.
I believe meaningful change happens in a safe, empathetic, and authentic counselling environment. My approach combines evidence-based couples therapy with warmth, compassion, and even humour when appropriate, creating a space where couples can feel comfortable being honest, vulnerable, and real.
I help couples navigate challenges involving communication, emotional safety, trust, intimacy, attraction, and relationship patterns that may have developed over time. Together, we can create a pathway toward greater understanding, connection, and a relationship that feels alive again.
Is Fear Stealing Your Happily Ever After?
Over time, every couple faces a choice:
Fear or Faith.
Fear can create:
• Distance
• Protection
• Blame
• Control
• Resentment
Faith can create:
• Courage
• Vulnerability
• Responsibility
• Compassion
• Connection
Fear + Distance = Loss of Attraction
Faith + Connection = Restored Attraction
Discover where fear, ego, and old patterns may be blocking connection — and how emotional safety, surrender, and faith can help restore balance, intimacy, and desire.
Take your free Relationship Archetype Quiz:
https://www.mmarriage.ca/archetypes
I invite you to explore my website and learn more about how counselling can support your relationship. I appreciate hearing from you and offer a free 20-minute consultation to help you decide if we are the right fit.
6 Years Experience
In-Person Near Abbotsford, BC
Online in Abbotsford, BC British Columbia
CBT
Reema Qamar
Counsellor/Therapist, MA, RCC, CCC
Our life experiences—especially those marked by adversity, trauma, loss, or difficult relationships—shape how we see ourselves, others, and the world around us. When painful experiences remain unresolved, they can contribute to anxiety, depression, self-doubt, emotional overwhelm, persistent rumination, and deeply ingrained negative thinking patterns. Many people find themselves feeling disconnected from who they truly are, struggling to trust themselves, build healthy relationships, or find peace in the present.
My passion is helping individuals reconnect with themselves, heal from the impact of adverse life experiences, and cultivate a life guided by self-compassion, resilience, and authenticity. I understand that healing is not about "getting over" what has happened—it is about understanding how your experiences have shaped you, making sense of your emotional responses, and developing new ways of thinking, feeling, and relating to yourself and others.
I believe that much of our emotional suffering arises when we struggle to reconcile the gap between our lived reality and our expectations of ourselves, others, or life itself. Over time, this struggle can lead to self-criticism, anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, and a sense of disconnection. Together, we can explore these patterns with curiosity rather than judgment, helping you move away from surviving and toward genuinely living.
Whether you are coping with the effects of childhood adversity, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, chronic stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or a persistent inner critic, I will walk alongside you with compassion, empathy, and respect. My goal is to help you gain clarity, strengthen emotional resilience, challenge unhelpful beliefs, and replace cycles of rumination and self-doubt with greater self-awareness, self-acceptance, and confidence.
I believe every individual is the expert on their own life and already possesses the capacity for growth and healing. My role is not to tell you who to become, but to create a safe, collaborative, and trusting therapeutic relationship where your strengths, values, and inner wisdom can emerge. Together, we will work at a pace that feels right for you, honouring your experiences while helping you build practical tools to navigate life's challenges with greater confidence and emotional balance.
I strive to create a warm, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment where you feel heard, understood, and supported. Therapy is a space where you can bring your whole self—your fears, hopes, struggles, and strengths—and know that you will be met with compassion, validation, and genuine care. Healing is a journey, and you do not have to walk it alone.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Abbotsford, BC
Online in Abbotsford, BC British Columbia
CBT
Tracey MacKenzie
Counsellor/Therapist, MSc, CCC #7392
Life can be really challenging at times and while we love our family and friends, they tend to give advice rather than practical tools for navigating those challenges. Sometimes they even get upset when we don't do what they tell us to! Therapy is different -- you get an unbiased listener who will teach those practical skills and offer realistic suggestions, rather than advice. Best of all, you will feel supported regardless of your decision. Whether you just want someone to bounce ideas off of, to finally start working on those unprocessed traumatic memories that we can't just "get over", or anything in between, I offer a safe place to work through your unique situation on your timeline. You will never feel pressured to talk about something that you aren't ready to, but you will feel supported enough to do so. I'm looking forward to meeting with you!
13 Years Experience
In-Person Near Abbotsford, BC
Online in Abbotsford, BC British Columbia
CBT
Aaron Chin
Licensed Mental Health Counsellor, MA, RCC
Hi, I’m Aaron, a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC# 21391) practicing online, and in person for clients in Surrey, BC. I strongly believe in the power of therapy to facilitate personal growth, healing, and empowerment. My approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and collaboration, providing a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their concerns. I hope to support you in finding resolution to your problems by guiding you to focus on yourself in a safe space to be heard.
4 Years Experience
In-Person Near Abbotsford, BC
Online in Abbotsford, BC British Columbia
CBT
Molly McBride
Counsellor/Therapist, MSc, RCC, RTC
My goal is to empower individuals to find balance and peace through holistic therapy grounded in nervous system regulation. I am dedicated to creating a space where clients can reconnect with themselves, release unhelpful patterns, and cultivate resilience. By integrating mind-body techniques that support nervous system health, I aim to help clients access their inner calm, navigate life’s challenges, and build a foundation for lasting well-being. I strive to help each person to find a deeper understanding of themselves, equipped with the tools and insights to live a life of alignment, clarity, and fulfillment.
6 Years Experience
In-Person Near Abbotsford, BC
Online in Abbotsford, BC British Columbia
CBT
Lisa Willow
Counsellor/Therapist, BSW, MSW, ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider
Do you struggle with ADHD, procrastination, finding focus, time management, self-esteem, emotion regulation, motivation, completing tasks, and living up to your full potential? Join me in a virtual weekly support group for adults with ADHD or in an individual coaching session where we implement skills, tools, and strategies to support you in overcoming obstacles while reaching your goals and learning to thrive with ADHD. My own journey with an ADHD diagnosis, combined with my therapeutic expertise and specialized training in ADHD, has equipped me with valuable insights and tools to empower others to thrive amidst challenges.
In addition to my proficiency in CBT and DBT, I draw inspiration from IFS and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. My diverse background, encompassing holistic nutrition and yoga teacher training, significantly influences my approach, emphasizing the integral role of a healthy lifestyle in ADHD treatment.
16 Years Experience
Online in Abbotsford, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
CBT
Yuka Oshimi
Counsellor/Therapist, MC, DCP(c), RCC
Hi! My name is Yuka (She/Her), and I am glad that you are here.
I am a neurodivergent Registered Clinical Counsellor with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors, a person of colour, and a third culture individual with lived experience navigating neurodivergence. I hold a Master of Counselling degree from Monash University and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of British Columbia with a Major in Psychology and a Minor in Law and Society. I am currently pursuing a Doctor of Counselling and Psychotherapy degree to further my education, deepen my expertise, and contribute to neurodiversity research and practice.
My personal journey, including undergoing brain surgery and navigating mental health challenges, has fueled my passion for clinical counselling and holistic well-being, encompassing both mind and body. Born in Japan, raised in Singapore, and now living in Canada, I bring a multicultural perspective that honours the intersection of culture, identity, and lived experience in every session.
5 Years Experience
Online in Abbotsford, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
Abbotsford is a Fraser Valley city bordering Washington state with a character shaped by its strong Mennonite and evangelical Christian heritage, a large Punjabi Sikh community that has made it home to one of Canada's most prominent South Asian populations outside the Vancouver core, and a rapidly growing suburban economy that has attracted families priced out of Metro Vancouver. University of the Fraser Valley offers psychology and counselling programs that contribute to the local mental health workforce, and Fraser Health provides public mental health services to the region. Mental health stigma has historically been significant in some of Abbotsford's religious and cultural communities, and faith-integrated therapy and culturally competent care—particularly for South Asian clients—are important considerations in the local landscape. Common therapy concerns include intergenerational family conflict, cultural identity, anxiety, economic stress, and the adjustment challenges of a community navigating the tension between traditional roots and rapid modern growth.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) therapists in Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada Statistics
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) therapists in Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada average 11 years of experience and charge around $160 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (88%), Depression (75%), and Stress (73%).
Average years in practice
11 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$160
Accept insurance
72%
Offer sliding scale
49%
Gender ID
| 75% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
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| 43% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 88% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 75% | Depression |
| 73% | Stress |
| 71% | Self Esteem |
| 66% | Loss or Grief |
| 63% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 51% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 71% | Young Adult |
| 61% | Senior |
| 60% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 61% | Women |
| 51% | Men |
| 41% | LGBTQ+ |
| 32% | Christian |
| 31% | Persons with Disabilities |