Counselling for individuals and couples in Vancouver, BC

A 1/2 hour free consultation is offered for concerns about

•  Eating disorders (see binge-eating page)
•  Anxiety,panic
•  Shyness,social anxiety
•  Depression
•  Self-esteem
•  Relationships
•  Substance abuse,addictions
• Grief   

Barbara Partridge, of Arbutus Counselling Services, is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with many years of experience. She specializes in using psychotherapy to assist people to find their strengths and to boost self-esteem so that they move forward with  confidence.  It doesn't take long to see the benefits:  

•  improved relationships
•  more confidence
•  freedom from anxiety and depression
• attainment of a healthy weight
• ability to socialize easily
•  freedom from addictions
•  ability to deal with life's punches, such as grief, loss, and separation.
• less stress
• greater self-esteem
• a positive attitude
• new patterns of thought and behaviour

The supportive attitude at Arbutus Counselling Services is evident in a sliding scale of fees, 1/2 hour free consultation, values-based therapy and offices to serve you in Vancouver and Burnaby.

Barbara is a a counsellor for a number of Employee Assistance programs and she is a registered counsellor for Crime Victim Assistance. 

 CounsellingMethods include:

• Cognitive-behavioural therapy
• Mindulness
• Relaxation and creative visualization
• Emotional Freedom Technique (tapping)
• Hypnosis (at client request)
• Click on items in the right-hand column of this page for details about the various methods

Barbara Partridge, M.Ed. (Counselling ),      Registered Clinical Counsellor 

Philosophy:

  "I collaborate with my clients to find insight and solutions, so that they can learn to progress on their own."

"In a short space of time, Barbara was able to help me see where I was stuck and I got back on track.  I've ended a bad relationship and found a wonderful new one.  I'm also much happier and more assertive in my career."             

 - Chandra, age 31