Helene De Lamare (RCC)

Online counselling services in French and English for adults and parents in BC.

Are you going through a stressful time, feeling anxious or facing a major change ?

Are you looking for a place where you can speak freely in French, in English or both ?

Life is messy, and no one should have to face it alone.

That’s where I come in.  I will support you with a caring, collaborative approach tailored to your situation.

Expressing yourself in the language of your choices is key to the success of the therapeutic process. Bilingualism is at the heart of my personal, parental, and professional experience. For many bilingual people, emotions are easier to express in French, while others are easier to express in English. In therapy, you don't have to choose: you can express yourself in whichever language comes naturally to you.

I have supported clients from diverse backgrounds and demographics with care, compassion, and inclusion for over 20 years. Living in several countries has given me a firsthand understanding of what it means to navigate change, difference, and belonging. After a solid foundation in France as a Clinical Psychologist, I pursued further training and experience in Canada and  became a Registered Clinical Counsellor in BC. My practice is Humanistic, Trauma Informed, Person- Centered, and  Strengths- Based.  I embrace diversity and meet clients with unconditional positive regard. 

For whom?

• Parents / Guardians: My unique combination of experience as a parent coach, clinical counsellor and as school counsellor has allowed me to support and help many families navigate emotional dysregulation, stress and burnout, the school system, assessments and diagnosis navigation, and cultural adjustment. 
• Adults 19+ : My integrative approach empowers individuals facing life transition adjustments, stress and burnout, anxiety and depression, loss and grief, and cultural adjustment. 

I am here to hold a safe, non judgemental space for our work together. I thoughtfully adapt my approach to meet your unique needs, drawing on a range of therapeutic modalities. I value a collaborative process —one that empowers you to what matters most  to you and find the strength to heal and thrive.

Together, we will explore new ways to adjust to life's changes and uncertainties. When patterns repeat, you can find new ways to understand and respond. When everything feels stuck, you can develop coping tools to move forward again—at your own rhythm.We will explore  new skills and practical strategies to support your day- to- day life.

Reaching out is a courageous step.

I look forward to meeting you.

AREA OF  CONCERNS

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Stress and burnout
• Self-esteem
• Loss and grief
• Emotional regulation
• Parenting 
• Adjustment to life transitions
• Cultural adjustment
• Francophone linguistic insecurity

MY HUMANISTIC APPROACH INTEGRATES MODALITIES FROM 

• Solution -focus brief therapy
• Mindfulness
• Self-Compassion 
• Psychoeducation
• Motivational interviewing
• CBT
• Parenting guidance 
• Expressive art therapy

SERVICES

• Online counselling in French and English
• Adults 19+
• Parents/guardians support
• Across BC
• $180 / 50- minute video session  
  

Email me with any questions or book now to receive a free 15-minute consultation

helenedelamare.counsellor@gmail.com

Workshop on demand:  Mental health and Cultural adjustment, Mental health and Parenting , Mental health and Expressive Art  

More about me

• Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC #2393 ) in good standing with  the BCACC
• Online counselling services in French and English, within BCACC's scope of practice
• Committed to ongoing learning and growth in providing inclusive care
• Master's degree in Clinical and Pathological Psychology from University Paris- Cité
  
• Certified Organizational Coach from UBC
• School counsellor Francophone in BC
• Former Clinical Psychologist and Art therapist in France 
  
• I do not provide medical diagnosis, prescribe medication, provide intervention crisis services, or offer court assessments.

In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family and  friends, listening to podcasts  and creating art.

"A designation of BC Association of Clinical Counsellors"