Counselling for individuals, couples, and families in Vancouver and Burnaby, BC

A 1/2 hour free consultation is offered for concerns about

•  Eating disorders (see binge-eating page)
•  Anxiety,panic
•  Shyness,social anxiety
•  Depression
•  Self-esteem
•  Relationships
•  Substance abuse,addictions
• Grief   
• Sleep disorders, insomnia

Are you stuck?   Do you need help to move forward so you can achieve your goals and dreams? Are your relationships not what you hoped for?  Do you want change in your life right now?  If any of these statements apply to you, you could benefit from counselling.

Perhaps you're an individual or couple going through a difficult period, or maybe you're stuck in an endless cycle of anxiety, depression or low self-esteem.  With the help of a psychotherapist, many people have overcome these problems and found happiness and success.

Barbara Partridge, of Arbutus Counselling Services, is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with many years of experience. She specializes in using psychotherapy to assist people to find their strengths and to boost self-esteem so that they move forward with  confidence.  It doesn't take long to see the benefits:  

•  improved relationships
•  more confidence
•  freedom from anxiety and depression
• attainment of a healthy weight
• ability to socialize easily
•  freedom from addictions
•  ability to deal with life's punches, such as grief, loss, and separation.
• less stress
• greater self-esteem
• a positive attitude
• new patterns of thought and behaviour

The supportive attitude at Arbutus Counselling Services is evident in a sliding scale of fees, 1/2 hour free consultation, values-based therapy and offices to serve you in Vancouver and Burnaby.

Barbara is a member of the ethics-based counselling group, Theravive.  See the site at:

Counselling Vancouver BC

 "I collaborate with my clients to find insight and solutions, utilizing a wide range of techniques, so they can learn to progress on their own."

Barbara Partridge, M.Ed. (Counselling),      Registered Clinical Counsellor 

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"In a short space of time, Barbara was able to help me see where I was stuck and I got back on track.  I've ended a bad relationship and found a wonderful new one.  I'm also much happier and more assertive in my career."             

 - Chandra, age 31