Modality
Our practice is collaborative, primarily rooted in AEDP (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy) - AEDP Level 3, Schema Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy which focus on emotional healing from past wounds and the pain of loneliness through safe, and meaningful connection.
Rather than offering a "didactic lecture" or focusing solely on problems, we facilitate self-connection and emotional attunement, supporting you in nurturing your inner drive and strengthening your internal sense of authority, so it helps to live a more self-fulfilling life.
We genuinely believe emotional connection is vital for human wellbeing and survival. When feelings are deeply understood and not judged, they can begin to shift naturally.
Why Counselling?
Sometimes we feel stuck in patterns that are difficult to change, even when we understand them logically.
This may look like:
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Being told to “just relax,” but finding yourself nearly impossible to slow down, leaving you feeling constantly anxious or on edge
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Working excessively hard and being dedicated, yet feeling defensive or reactive when receiving even small feedback from others at work
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Avoiding social situations despite wanting connection, which can then lead to feelings of shame or self-criticism
What is Counselling? What Changes May See?
Instead of flooding you with advice, counselling is a ongoing self-exploration journey to achieve a number of goals:
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Increase emotional resiliance in stressful situation (Be able to "bounce back" faster from spiraling)
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Uncover, identify and heal emotional wounds from childhood or past experiences that quietly impact our current lifestyle
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Increasingly able to stay grounded and mindful in relationships, rather than "reacting"
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Cultivate self-compassion and inner harmony
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Strengthen your internal sense of authority, so you can live a more self fufilling life.
What to Expect before / in Counselling?
Counselling offers a confidential and attuned space where you don’t have to care about how people expect and feel about you. This is a space where you experience the changes you hope to see in yourself. You could share as "much" or as "little" as you feel right, and we support you in gently exploring your best hope, your true self, and what is happening beneath the surface. This is also a space where you can unload your emotions and connect with your past to gain clarity about your present experiences.
Sam L. Counselling is a professional counselling practice offering play therapy and evidence-based psychotherapy services for children, youth, and adults in English, Cantonese and Mandarin.
In-Person and Online Counselling Available.
Specalities:
Professional Counselling Services and Play Therapy
3292 Production Way, Burnaby, BC V5A 4R4
(By Appointment)
(1-minute walk from Production Way-University SkyTrain Station)
Contact: samlamcounselling@gmail.com
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