Diana: Canadian Certified Counsellor

Hello, my name is Diana. I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) with over 15 years of experience supporting adults, youth, couples, and families through a wide range of emotional, relational, and life challenges.

I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, OCD, trauma, relationship difficulties, grief, life transitions, stress, and challenges related to identity and belonging. I also have a particular interest in couples counselling, helping partners better understand recurring patterns, strengthen communication and emotional connection, and navigate challenges together.

My approach is warm, collaborative, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed. I draw from attachment and body-based approaches, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), tailoring our work to each person or couple’s needs and goals.

I have extensive experience supporting individuals affected by anxiety and OCD, including previous work with the Provincial OCD Clinic at BC Children’s Hospital. I currently work with adults and youth experiencing anxiety and OCD, as well as parents seeking support in understanding and responding to these challenges within their families.

Throughout my career, I have worked across private practice, hospital, community mental health, and employee-assistance settings, with extensive experience supporting immigrant, Indigenous, and other historically marginalized communities. I value understanding each person within the context of their culture, relationships, identities, and lived experiences.

I currently offer in-person counselling at our Coquitlam location and online counselling throughout British Columbia. Sessions are available in English, French, and Spanish. I am also a registered provider with CVAP and FNHA.

I look forward to creating a warm and supportive space where you can feel understood, explore what matters to you, and work toward meaningful change.