A Guide to Attachment-Based Therapies: Healing Through Connection in Burnaby
Margaret Brennan, PhD Margaret Brennan, PhD

A Guide to Attachment-Based Therapies: Healing Through Connection in Burnaby

This blog post offers a comprehensive overview of attachment-based therapies, including Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Somatic Attachment Therapy, and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), as practiced at Being and Becoming Counselling and Wellness Services. It explores how these approaches support healing from early relational wounds and promote emotional safety, self-compassion, and secure connection for individuals seeking attachment-based counselling in Burnaby.

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What Is Oppression-Based Trauma? Understanding the Impact of Systemic Harm
Margaret Brennan, PhD Margaret Brennan, PhD

What Is Oppression-Based Trauma? Understanding the Impact of Systemic Harm

Oppression-based trauma is the ongoing emotional and psychological harm caused by systemic discrimination and marginalization, distinct from traditional trauma which stems from acute, individual events. Healing requires affirming, justice-oriented care that acknowledges the impact of systemic harm and supports collective recovery.

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Navigating Love Multiplied: A Guide to Relationship Counselling for Ethical Non-Monogamy
Margaret Brennan, PhD Margaret Brennan, PhD

Navigating Love Multiplied: A Guide to Relationship Counselling for Ethical Non-Monogamy

This blog dives into therapy for people in ethical non-monogamous relationships, covering the tricky stuff like dealing with jealousy, setting boundaries with multiple partners, and handling judgment from society. It gives you practical tips on finding a therapist who actually gets non-monogamy and won't try to "fix" your relationship style, plus shows how the right counselling can help make your multi-partner relationships work better.

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Incorporating the Body in Therapy: A Holistic Approach to Mental Health in Burnaby
Margaret Brennan, PhD Margaret Brennan, PhD

Incorporating the Body in Therapy: A Holistic Approach to Mental Health in Burnaby

The growing field of body-integrated therapy recognizes that mental health challenges live in our bodies and require somatic approaches alongside traditional talk therapy. Learn about various evidence-based methods including Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Polyvagal-informed therapy, and Trauma-Sensitive Yoga, and their many benefits including improved emotional regulation, trauma resolution, and reconnection with embodiment.

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Affordable Counselling Now Available with Doctoral Practicum Therapists in Burnaby
Margaret Brennan, PhD Margaret Brennan, PhD

Affordable Counselling Now Available with Doctoral Practicum Therapists in Burnaby

At Being & Becoming Counselling and Wellness, we offer high-quality, lower-cost therapy with Registered Clinical Counsellors (RCCs) completing their doctoral training in a CPA-accredited program. Supervised by a Registered Psychologist, our practicum therapists provide compassionate, trauma-informed care for youth, adults, and couples—available in English, Japanese, and Korean, both in-person in Burnaby and online across BC.

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Breaking Free from Perfectionism: How Therapy in Burnaby Can Help You Thrive
Margaret Brennan, PhD Margaret Brennan, PhD

Breaking Free from Perfectionism: How Therapy in Burnaby Can Help You Thrive

Perfectionism may look like high achievement on the outside, but it often comes with anxiety, burnout, and self-doubt. This post explores the hidden costs of perfectionism and how therapy at Being and Becoming Counselling and Wellness Services in Burnaby can help you break free. Learn how our compassionate, evidence-based approach supports self-acceptance, reduces overwhelm, and helps you live a more balanced, fulfilling life.

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Top 5 Signs Your Teen Might Need Therapy
Margaret Brennan, PhD Margaret Brennan, PhD

Top 5 Signs Your Teen Might Need Therapy

Is your teen struggling with mood changes, school avoidance, or emotional withdrawal? This post outlines the top 5 signs that your teen may benefit from therapy—plus how Being and Becoming Counselling & Wellness Services in Burnaby can help support their mental health journey.

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Trauma Therapy in Burnaby: Your Complete Guide to Healing and Recovery
Margaret Brennan, PhD Margaret Brennan, PhD

Trauma Therapy in Burnaby: Your Complete Guide to Healing and Recovery

A comprehensive guide to trauma therapy services in Burnaby, BC, covering the neurobiological effects of trauma, various types of trauma (acute, complex, historical, and vicarious), and evidence-based treatment approaches including EMDR, somatic therapy, and IFS. The article explains what to expect in trauma therapy, how to recognize when you might need help, and provides guidance on finding the right therapist in Burnaby and surrounding Lower Mainland areas.

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