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Leanne Barden Counselling in BC and Beyond

Welcome to counselling with Leanne

I’m glad you’re here

Life is a complex journey filled with joys, sorrows, and everything in between. You may feel stuck in one spot or be overwhelmed by a life transition. You may be frustrated with your relationships and have challenges communicating your needs. You may be coping with ongoing stress in ways that are no longer working for you.

You don’t have to traverse these challenges alone, I am here to help.

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) and I have a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology with Distinction and additional training in:

  • EMDR -Professional member of EMDR Canada

  • Advanced EMDR training- Dissociation & Trauma, Perinatal support & Birth Trauma

  • Maternal Mental Health Certificate- Postpartum International

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Emotionally Focussed Individual Therapy (EFIT)

  • Eating Disorders

  • ADHD (ACT & ADHD)

  • Life transitions

  • Car accident recovery (ICBC)

  • CVAP approved provider (no top up fees)

My approach is multi-faceted and tailored to your needs. I can help you sift and sort the things that are coming up for you, together we can make sense of the past and takes steps towards a better future.

Book in a free 15 minute consultation to learn more, I can’t wait to meet you.

UBC students have access to private counselling coverage under the UBC student health plan

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“Authenticity is the daily practice of letting go of you we think we’re supposed to be and embracing who we are”

Brené Brown

Is there something that you have been carrying that has been holding you back? Do you feel stuck? Whether it’s a recent incident or something from your past, together we can process the stuck points and find ways to move forward.

Let’s have a session and start to unpack the things that no longer serve you.

I have specialized training in trauma processing, together we can find a way through whatever you are going through.

I have been working in arts education for the past twenty five years; I enjoy working with clients of all ages.

My twenty years of experience in somatic modalities that informs my practice. My approach is trauma-informed, anti-opressive, and client centred.

You are welcome here.

Who is counselling for?

Counselling is for everybody

  • Accident recovery (ICBC)

  • Anxiety

  • Adhd and Neurodiversity

  • Burnout

  • Caregivers

  • Children (6+)

  • CVAP provider (no top up charges)

  • Depression

  • Eating disorders

  • Educators

  • Grief and life transitions

  • Perinatal and parenting

  • Trauma

  • LGBTQ2S+

  • Life stress

  • OCD

  • PTSD

  • Relationships

  • Women’s mental health

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Sessions

50 minutes- $145

80 minutes-$210

Let’s connect in a 50 or 80 minute virtual session through a secure online platform accessible from your preferred device.

In person sessions available on Saturday afternoons at #10-2402 St. John’s Street, Port Moody.

Limited In-person counselling is available in Vancouver at 1892 West Broadway on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.

RCC & CCC are covered by most insurance plans-please check with your provider.

ICBC clients receive counselling coverage with an RCC for up to 12 sessions within the first 12 weeks of their accident

Limited reduced rate virtual sessions available-inquire to book.

Booking- Tuesday-Wednesday-Saturday

Book a free 15 minute consultation

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