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Your Trusted Mental Health Therapists in Chilliwack & Langley
West Counselling is a dedicated team of registered clinical counselors serving Chilliwack, Langley, and surrounding areas. With decades of combined experience, we specialize in individualized therapy approaches tailored to clients' unique needs, including cognitive behavioral therapy, play therapy, and trauma-informed care. Our practice prioritizes creating safe, confidential environments for clients to explore emotional challenges, with expertise in family dynamics, autism spectrum support, and crisis management.We maintain professional affiliations with recognized organizations like the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association while offering flexible service delivery through in-person and virtual sessions.
Services
Individual Counselling
Family Counselling
Couples Therapy
Anger Management
Autism Support
Play Therapy
Grief Counselling
Trauma Therapy
Parenting Support
Stress Management
Highlights and features
- We offer 34 years of specialized family therapy experience
- Our team includes registered clinical counselors with advanced degrees
- We provide trauma-informed care with evidence-based treatment modalities
- Our clinics maintain strict confidentiality and security protocols
- We offer flexible service delivery through in-person and virtual sessions
Associations and certifications
- Registered Clinical Counsellor
- Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association
Services
Individual Counselling
Our individual counseling sessions provide personalized mental health support for adults facing emotional challenges. Using evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness techniques, we help clients address depression, anxiety, and life transitions. Sessions focus on developing coping strategies and promoting personal growth through a safe therapeutic relationship.
Family Counselling
Family counseling addresses relationship dynamics and communication issues across generations. We help families navigate conflicts, behavioral challenges, and major life transitions. Our therapists use systemic approaches to improve understanding and strengthen family bonds while respecting individual needs and perspectives.
Autism Spectrum Support
Specialized autism support services include diagnostic assessments and therapeutic interventions for children and families. As approved autism funding providers, we offer tailored programs addressing social skills development, sensory integration, and family support strategies using evidence-based practices adapted to each child's unique needs.
Play and Sand Therapy
Play and sand therapy techniques help children express emotions non-verbally through creative exploration. These modalities enable therapists to understand children's experiences and help them process trauma or difficult emotions in developmentally appropriate ways while involving families in the therapeutic process.
Couples Therapy
Couples therapy focuses on improving communication and resolving conflicts in relationships. Our counselors help partners develop healthier interaction patterns, rebuild trust, and address specific issues like infidelity or life transitions while maintaining a neutral, supportive therapeutic environment.
People
Fred West
Registered Clinical Counsellor
With 34 years of experience in family and marital therapy, Fred West specializes in youth counseling, autism support, and relationship issues. He uses an integrative approach combining cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness techniques to help clients achieve lasting change.
Sarah VanBuschbach
Counselling Psychologist
Sarah brings 15 years of social work experience and a master's degree in counseling psychology. She specializes in trauma-informed care for children and families, using evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy to support clients' mental health and well-being.
Amrit Sidhu
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Amrit Sidhu focuses on mental health, addictions, and personal growth using a relationship-centered approach. With experience working with diverse populations, they help clients address anxiety, depression, and substance use issues through personalized therapeutic interventions.
Nav Gill
Therapist
Nav Gill specializes in working with youth and families using diverse therapeutic modalities including EMDR and cognitive behavioral therapy. With over a decade in education, they focus on creating safe spaces for clients to explore personal challenges and develop effective coping strategies.
Sandy Balascak
Intern Counsellor
Sandy combines 25 years of education experience with trauma expertise to support clients' healing journeys. Currently completing her counseling studies, she emphasizes safe therapeutic relationships and resilience-building while integrating systemic and cultural considerations into her practice.
Questions
What counseling services do you offer?
We provide individual, family, and couples therapy, specializing in autism support, play therapy, trauma recovery, and anger management using evidence-based approaches.
Do you accept autism funding?
Yes, we're approved autism funding providers in British Columbia and offer direct billing services for client convenience.
Are your counselors qualified?
All our therapists are registered clinical counselors with advanced degrees and specialized training in their respective practice areas.
Do you offer virtual sessions?
Yes, we provide flexible service delivery options including in-person and virtual counseling sessions to accommodate client needs.
What are your office hours?
Our clinics operate daily from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM with after-hours emergency support available for urgent situations.
How can I book an appointment?
You can contact us directly at 604-512-8725 or use our online contact form to schedule an initial consultation with any of our counselors.
