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Whether you're feeling prepared to embark on your therapy journey or uncertain about where to begin, or even unsure about what counselling entails, it's all perfectly understandable. I would be deeply honoured to support you as your counsellor as we navigate this journey together. If you feel we may be a good fit, I invite you to schedule a complimentary 15-minute counselling consultation today.
Counselling in Port Moody
I am so glad you are here.
Welcome to Maggie Thompson Counselling & Consulting, conveniently situated in Port Moody, BC, in Suterbrook Village, steps away from Inlet Centre Skytrain station. Serving Port Moody and extending counselling services to encompass greater Vancouver, Burnaby as well as the tri-cities, including Coquitlam and Port Coquitlam.
As a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors and a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association, I am committed to upholding the highest standards of care. I provide counselling support tailored to your needs, offering strategies, coping mechanisms, education, and a compassionate companion to journey alongside you as you navigate life's inevitable challenges
As a therapist, I am a companion. I try to help people tune into their own wisdom.
- Virginia Satir
My undergraduate studies in Kinesiology has profoundly shaped my counselling approach. I'm frequently asked about the transition from physical to mental health. The reality is, I see it more as an expansion than a switch. I view both realms as remarkably similar and inherently compatible. As a former exercise practitioner and athlete, I've always placed high importance on understanding people's experiences and creating a safe space for them to move their bodies.
Centering on a therapeutic bond built on relational trust, empathy, and compassion, I've seen remarkable physical transformations. It taught me this. People have the capacity to change when they are met in a genuine space of connection, shared humanity and deep unconditional acceptance, no matter the type of change they may be seeking. Moreover, my deep-rooted understanding of human movement complements my counselling approach, which integrates the mind-body connection and incorporates knowledge of the nervous system and neurobiology.
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From exercise enthusiast to feelings facilitator...
About
RELATIONAL
ATTUNEMENT
EMBODIED
Viewing individuals through the lens of love, fostering developmental and relational healing forms the heart of my counselling practice. My counselling philosophy reflects the fundamental principles of relational connection, attunement, and embodiment. I prioritize cultivating genuine relationships with my clients to establish a nurturing, validiating and secure therapeutic environment. Through attunement, I aim for my clients to 'feel felt', intricately tracking what may be known or unknown inside of themselves. Additionally, I value embodiment, acknowledging the complex mind-body connection and incorporating somatic and neuro-physiological approaches to foster nervous system healing. These values form the cornerstone of my counselling practice, guiding me to engage with each client with empathy, authenticity, and respect, inviting empowerment towards a journey of self-discovery and personal growth.
Trio of counselling ethos
Trauma-Informed
Somatic
Person-Centred
Anti-oppressive practice
Family of Origin
Psycho-dynamic
AEDP
Attachment-Based
Mindfulness-Based
Emotion-Focused
Acceptance and Commitment
Compassion-focused
Gottman Method
Trauma & PTSD
Relational difficulties
Grief & Loss
Stress & Burnout
Emotional dysregulation
Anxiety
Depression
Communication
Confidence & Self-compassion
Return to Work (RTW)
Workplace challenges
Life transitions
