Curious about starting therapy? A free consultation is a great place to begin.
What Brings People to Therapy
People seek therapy for many reasons including persistent stress, relationship challenges, unhelpful patterns, or a desire to better understand themselves. Whether you’re navigating a specific issue or a broader life transition, therapy offers a supportive space for insight and meaningful change.
Common areas people seek support for include:
-Anxiety, stress, and overthinking
-Depression, low mood, and motivation
-Burnout and workplace fatigue
-Life transitions and decision-making
-Grief, loss, and change
-Trauma
-Identity, confidence, and self-esteem
-Boundaries and relationship dynamics
-Addictions
How Can Therapy Help?
Therapy can help you make sense of your thoughts and feelings, shift unhelpful patterns, and build skills to cope with everyday challenges. Katie uses evidenced based practice including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Evidence-based therapy can help:
-Develop effective ways of thinking and coping
-Set and maintain boundaries
-Regulate intense emotions
-Strengthen self-awareness and confidence
-Improve communication and relationships
-Reduce symptoms of stress, anxiety, or low mood
Katie McCloskey, RCC
Extensive education & training: Katie holds a Master’s in Counselling Psychology from UBC and is completing a PhD in the same field. She has intensive training in CBT and DBT, as well as the treatment of anxiety, depression, addictions, PTSD, borderline personality disorder, and more.
Welcoming for all identities: She works with adults of diverse cultural, gender, and sexual identities, and offers a particular focus on men’s mental health.
Accessible options: Sessions are available in-person in Vancouver or virtually across BC, including some evenings and weekends.
