Rachel’s approach is anchored in empathy and collaboration. She integrates various evidence-based methodologies, such as narrative therapy, person-centered therapy, and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), tailoring each session to her clients’ unique experiences. Rachel’s keen ability to listen deeply and ask thought-provoking questions empowers clients to explore their inner worlds, recognize their strengths, and embrace their true selves. Her mission is to guide clients towards finding joy and healing in their lives.

Focus Areas - Supporting caregivers (parents, counsellors, nurses, first responders) - ADHD - PTSD and Grief and Loss - Life transitions (parenthood, newlyweds, graduation, moving) - Depression - Anxiety - Relationship/Family struggles

Education and Training - Bachelor of Arts – Double Major in Psychology and Drama - Master of Counseling

Rachel Kjearsgaard is dedicated to helping her clients navigate their personal journeys with insight and unwavering support. Whether you are facing significant life changes, grappling with mental health challenges, or seeking a compassionate ear, Rachel is here to help you cultivate a fulfilling and balanced life. Her practice is a sanctuary where individuals feel genuinely understood and valued, fostering a therapeutic relationship built on trust and mutual respect.

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Lisa Cripps is a Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience in various medical areas. Including cardiac rehabilitation, neonatal care, and primary all-ages care.

She holds undergraduate degrees in Kinesiology from the University of Alberta, and in Nursing from the University of Calgary. She then obtained her Masters of Nursing, Nurse Practitioner from Queen’s University.

Her areas of interest include preventative medicine, mental health, and the care of families.

Lisa strongly believes in partnering with clients and their families and empowering them to optimize function and quality of life. She provides evidence-based care, adapted to the individual need of each client.

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Tatjana holds a Master’s Degree as a Nurse Practitioner with two specialized licences: Pediatrics/Youth and Women’s Gynae. Health in addition to her Family Practice licence.

A dedicated and compassionate Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience delivering high-quality primary care services to diverse and vulnerable special patient populations—primarily in Pediatric and Women’s Health at BCCH and BCW’s and now with Vancouver Coastal Health.

Skilled in comprehensive patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment across the lifespan, focusing on promoting health and preventing illness. Tatjana is especially dedicated to the growth and development of children and youth and believes that health in the earliest years — beginning with the future mother’s well-being before she becomes pregnant — strengthens developing biological systems that enable children and youth to thrive and grow up to be healthy adults. Positive early experiences provide children with a foundation for building sturdy brain architecture, which supports a broad range of skills and learning capacities throughout the lifespan. Support with ADHD in the earliest stages will create more positive outcomes throughout the lifespan.

Tatjana believes that though yourself or your child may need extra support to increase your social/emotional and educational potential, it is also important to support the development of independence, confidence, building of self-esteem and celebration of the strengths one already has. She believes that everyone should feel empowered in decisions about medication, therapies and how their ADHD or mental health is supported and communicated with others. Increasing understanding about ADHD enhances the quality of life for those who have it and those who care for them.

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You deserve a space where you feel truly heard, valued, and empowered to explore what matters most to you. In our work together, we’ll focus on issues where you may feel stuck or unfulfilled in life. I specialize in working through ADHD, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, attachment concerns, self-esteem, and grief. We’ll explore the underlying patterns that impact your well-being and how they manifest in your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, paving the way for lasting transformation.

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (BCACC) (#21698) with a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology and extensive experience across both public and private healthcare settings. I am also a professional member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA) (#11243612).

My approach to therapy is integrative and grounded in evidence-based methods, adapting to each client’s unique needs and circumstances. With warmth, compassion, and respect, I create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your inner world and uncover insights that lead to growth.

In our sessions, I use several therapeutic approaches to support your journey:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Together, we’ll identify and restructure unhelpful thought patterns, giving you tools to navigate life’s challenges with confidence.

• Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT): I’ll guide you in safely exploring emotions to foster deeper self-acceptance and healthier connections with others.

• Attachment-Based Therapy: We’ll explore how early relationships shape your current dynamics, helping to foster growth and healing.

• Somatic Practices and Nervous System-Based Techniques: These approaches help regulate your body’s responses, building resilience and inner calm.

• Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP): This method helps us access core emotions in a safe, nurturing environment to promote healing.

Clients of mine often experience:

• Clarity on the roots of their anxiety

• Tools to manage their ADHD and day-to-day lives with improved functioning and overall wellbeing

• Progress in moving past feelings of hopelessness

• Understanding how past experiences shape their relationships and self-esteem

• Healthier emotional expression

• Greater self-compassion and self-awareness

• Improved relationships through better communication and emotional connection

• Insight into attachment patterns and how they impact relationships

• Healing from painful experiences, including grief and loss

• Recognizing and addressing unhelpful patterns like people-pleasing and codependency

I focus on helping my clients build self-acceptance, emotional resilience, and lasting confidence, empowering them to navigate life’s challenges with clarity and inner strength.

As we address these areas, my hope is that you’ll feel more connected to yourself and empowered to live with a sense of purpose and inner peace. Therapy is a collaborative journey, and I am here to walk alongside you as we gain insights, foster healing, and create meaningful growth and change. Together, we’ll help you build resilience and a deeper sense of self-worth.

Professional Clinical Trainings

Emotionally Focused Therapy - Attachment Science in Practice with Sue Johnson (2022)

Healing Attachment Wounds: Building Emotional Safety with Dr. Diane Poole Heller (2024)

AEDP Immersion - The Dyadic Repair of Attachment Trauma: Healing at the Edge of Transformational Experience with Diana Fosha, PhD (2024)

Emotion Focused Family Therapy with Mental Health Foundations (2023)

Addiction Care and Treatment Course (ACTOC) with UBC (2023)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: Master the Core Skills and Competencies of CBT with Charles Jacob, PhD (2022)

Breathwave Level 1 - The Self Healing Path (Conscious Connected Breathwork) with Robin Clements (2024)

I am committed to continuous professional development, regularly engaging in advanced courses and staying current with the latest research and advancements in the field of counselling psychology.

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Suzaine Opena is a Family Nurse Practitioner who is originally from Winnipeg. She moved to Vancouver two years ago after graduating from the University of Manitoba with her Master of Nursing degree. Additionally, she has over nine years of experience working as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department.

As a Family Nurse Practitioner in British Columbia, Suzaine has a specialized focus on providing comprehensive care for patients across the lifespan.

With a passion for both primary care and ADHD, Suzaine brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in assessing, diagnosing and managing ADHD in adults.

Suzaine’s deep understanding of ADHD is further enhanced by staying up-to-date with the current research and best practices in the field. By combining evidence-based strategies with a personalized approach, Suzaine is dedicated to helping patients manage ADHD symptoms effectively, improving overall functioning, and enhancing their quality of life.

Outside of work, Suzaine enjoys trying new coffee shops & restaurants, travelling, spending time with her dogs and being in nature.

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Vanessa Bailon is a Nurse Practitioner who graduated from the University of Manitoba. She has over nine years of experience in registered nursing across various sectors of medicine, including; general medicine, surgery, and renal health.

Her career includes travel nursing in northern Manitoba and British Columbia. She is noted for her recent work published in the Journal of Nurse Practitioners, which addresses transgender health and adolescent wellness. As a Nurse Practitioner in British Columbia, Vanessa specializes in family practice focusing on health promotion and prevention for a diverse range of patients, from infants to older adults. Additionally, her practice encompasses thorough assessments and management plans for adult ADHD, incorporating personalized treatment strategies designed to improve mental health and overall well-being.

Vanessa’s approach centers around empowerment, encouraging those around her to actively manage their health and well-being. This includes emphasis on using evidence-based practices to guide informed decisions.

Outside of work, Vanessa enjoys traveling, spending time with her dogs, and staying active!

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Darcy Llewellyn is a family Nurse Practitioner with a personal interest in pediatrics and ADHD management. She has extensive experience practicing in the community in a pediatric focused primary care clinic.

Darcy’s education started with her undergraduate nursing degree with distinction through BCIT with a specialty nursing certificate in emergency pediatric nursing. After four years of working as a registered nurse in the pediatric emergency department, Darcy started her Family Nurse Practitioner program through the University of British Columbia. In this program she was provided multiple clinical opportunities to learn more about primary care and ADHD management. Darcy graduated from the UBC program with distinction and is looking forward to working with the amazing patients at Sparrow ADHD & Wellness.

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