Laurel graduated with her Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology from Adler University, and is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC) (member #13124). She specializes in working with individual teens (ages 13+) and adults experiencing major life changes, as well as anxiety, grief, chronic pain/illness, and challenges in relationships.

Laurel has had the honour of supporting numerous individuals in various community, hospice, EAP (employee assistance programs), and clinical settings. Her background includes group facilitation of intensive, personal development workshops at the Haven on Gabriola Island and with Strathcona Park Lodge with participants travelling from as far as China. Through her EAP background with Family Services EAP, Laurel has also conducted workshops for major organizations and school districts across the lower mainland on topics including self compassion, the Wise Mind (DBT), and mental health in the workplace for managers.

Laurel is committed to maintaing a practice that is sensitive to diversity and dedicated to client advocacy. Holding personal autonomy in the highest esteem, Laurel takes a collaborative approach with clients on their goals and therapeutic pace. Her therapeutic approaches are evidence-based and vary according to clients’ needs: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR level 1), Play-based CBT and Social Skill development, Emotional Regulation Skills, Motivational Counselling, Mindfulness-Based Therapies, Conscious Breath Work, Solution-Focused Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) for Couples.

Laurel graduated with her Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology from Adler University, and is... Read More

Sareeta B. Indar, M.Ed., RCC

Sareeta offers effective, solution-focussed counselling to women needing confidential support. Collaboratively, she will guide you into a gentle yet eye-opening journey to explore discontent and hardships experienced within your mind, body, and spirit.

Sareeta has been helping women navigate through major life events and transitions for over 20 years:  Educated at the University of British Columbia with both a B.A. (Double Major in Psychology & Family Science); and M.Ed. (Counselling Psychology), Sareeta is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (#1842) in British Columbia; holds certifications in Hatha Yoga, Meditation, and Trauma Informed Practice; and is a member of both: the Canadian Counselling & Psychotherapy Association and Registered Yoga Alliance. 

She passionately focusses on empowering women to deal with overwhelming emotions and confusing feelings relating to:

Motherhood Perimenopause Infertility Trauma Health Issues including chronic pain, headaches/migraines Anxiety, Stress, Burnout Grief and Loss (including death) Low Self-Esteem  Feelings of Lacking a Life Purpose

Sareeta believes that we are all here to heal and evolve, as well as to experience joy. However, we are not meant to do this alone. Through genuinely connecting with clients in the counselling relationship, Sareeta feels honoured when a woman shares her sacred life stories with her. Drawing from these poignant moments, Sareeta constructively yet organically tailors sessions to suit the unique needs of her clients which can include: Learning constructive communication styles Unravelling trauma leading to feelings of peace and calm Proactively managing life transitions   Increasing self-confidence through life planning

Women will leave the counselling process feeling understood, comforted and experience powerful life-changing shifts such as personal growth and positive transformations.

To learn more about Sareeta and her approach, please visit her website: www.sareetabindar.com To book an appointment, please email her at: sareetabindar@gmail.com

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Professor Chen is a member of the Chinese Acupuncture Association, GCTCM (UK) MD of TCM Hospital, Chinese Professor of CATA, Oriental Medicine Academy, Senior Master of Tuina, and R.TCM.P of the CTCMA of British Columbia Canada.

Professor Chen is a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) who is registered in the United Kingdom, in China, and he is an R.TCM.P here in British Columbia, Canada. After graduating from the University of Chinese Medicine in China, he continued his quest for knowledge by practicing at a local TCM Hospital as an internal medicine doctor under the guidance of the renowned TCM professor Shouli Yue. There, he expanded his clinical and teaching abilities in both acupuncture and herbal medicine, which allowed him to join the Chinese Acupuncture Association and work as a professor of the Chinese Acupuncture & Tuina Association (CATA).

While practicing acupuncture, herbal medicine and Tuina, Professor Chen also began to develop his expertise in internal disorders such as cardiac and stroke symptoms, brain and mental wellness, along with pediatric and prenatal health.

In 2001, Professor Chen was invited to practice Chinese Medicine in the United Kingdom and brought along with him his knowledge of herbal medicine, which resulted in the creation of 30 new herbal formulas that solved local health symptoms.

The concept of prevention, which is an important cornerstone of Chinese medicine, became Professor Chen’s focus when he came to North America. He also brought the modern research of TCM from Asia to his practice in the West. This allowed him to adapt the ancient oriental medical practice into newer, more modern fields and improve the all around perception and education of TCM to North Americans. Trained in the classical tradition, he carries historical school lineages of Chinese Taoist and Tibetan medicine. As a martial arts master he chaired on the Shandong Universities’ Martial Art Association and has practiced Tai Chi and Meditation daily for the past 28 years.

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Dr. Goto was born and raised in the Lower Mainland, earning her BSc. in Biological Sciences from SFU and MSc. in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology from UBC before pursuing her naturopathic medical education at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto.

She runs a general family-focused practice, with special interest in hormonal concerns (including adrenal and thyroid), digestive wellness, pain management, and women’s health at all stages of life, particularly perimenopause/menopause.

Dr. Goto believes in taking an individualized, comprehensive approach to medicine in order to optimize health, rather than simply treat disease. As a firm believer in the naturopathic principle of doctor as teacher, she focuses on patient education and engagement as a vital component of any treatment plan.

Dr. Goto is certified in acupuncture, intravenous therapies (including vitamins/minerals, iron infusions, heavy metal chelation, and adjunctive cancer treatments), regenerative orthopedic injections (such as prolotherapy and PRP), and aesthetic procedures (Botox/Xeomin). She has also undertaken additional training in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy and holds prescriptive authority.

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Dr. Sara Kinnon is a licensed naturopathic physician practising at Bellevue Natural Health Clinic, in West Vancouver, BC. Dr. Kinnon received her degree in Naturopathic Medicine from North America’s most esteemed naturopathic medical school, Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington. She also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of British Columbia. Dr Kinnon is also a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner and a fellow in Metabolic and Nutritional Medicine with A4M.

Though interested in all facets of health and restoring one to optimum wellness, Dr. Kinnon has a special focus in women’s health issues, thyroid disorders, hormone dysfunction, digestive disorders, weight loss, detoxification, anxiety, depression, allergies and asthma.

Utilizing science-based treatments plans, she tailors her sessions to meet the individual needs of each patient. She believes in the power of preventative medicine and in the importance of uncovering the roadblocks to good health.

Sara’s approach combines laboratory medicine, lifestyle modifications, nutritional analysis, and various other methods to guide and empower her patients on their journey to optimal health. Sara is committed to providing evidence-based, effective health care; this commitment involves continuously updating her skills and knowledge in various therapies.

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