Addiction Therapists in New Westminster

Understanding ADHD An ADHD diagnosis — whether brand new, years old, or still just a strong suspicion — can feel like a lot to carry. Maybe you've never been formally assessed, but you've spent years wondering why focus, motivation, and "normal" strategies never seem to work the way they do for everyone else. Or maybe you're worn down from fighting those same battles post-diagnosis. For women especially, that exhaustion often runs deeper — ADHD in women is frequently missed or misdiagnosed, and self-suspected ADHD is often waved off as anxiety, depression, or just "being too sensitive." Years spent masking, overcompensating, and second-guessing yourself can leave you running on empty, holding shame that was never yours to carry, and wondering where to go from here — assessed or not. You are not lazy, unmotivated, or broken. Your brain may simply be wired differently — and with the right support, that story can change. How I Can Help I work with adults at every point in their ADHD journey — diagnosed, self-identified, or still figuring out what's going on. This includes women and those exploring a possible late-in-life diagnosis, as well as people who suspect ADHD but haven't pursued formal testing, for whatever reason. As someone who lives with ADHD myself, I understand firsthand what it's like to navigate a mind that's busy, creative, and easily overstimulated. As an ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP) and Clinical Coach, I combine the depth of therapy with the practicality of coaching — helping you make sense of how ADHD (confirmed or suspected) shapes your identity, confidence, and relationships, while building real tools for everyday life. We can also talk through what assessment options look like, if and when that's something you want to explore. My Approach Most people with ADHD already know what they want to do — the challenge is closing the gap between knowing and doing. Part of that gap is emotional. Rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) — the sharp emotional sting of perceived criticism or failure — quietly shapes relationships, careers, and self-worth in ways that often only click into place once ADHD enters the picture, whether that's through diagnosis or simple self-recognition. Mood shifts, emotional intensity, and trouble settling back down are core parts of ADHD, not personal failings, and they deserve focused, real support either way. I draw on CBT, DBT, and ADHD-informed coaching to work on both the emotional and practical sides of ADHD. DBT skills for regulation and distress tolerance map especially well onto ADHD life. Sessions stay structured but stay flexible — there's no judgment here for arriving late, needing to move, or not having a formal diagnosis yet. What We Can Work On RSD and emotional regulation, executive dysfunction and procrastination, ADHD burnout, self-suspected or undiagnosed ADHD, the specific realities of ADHD in women (masking, late diagnosis, hormonal impact), perfectionism and shame, communication and relationship struggles, workplace challenges, major life transitions, and living with ADHD — medicated or not, diagnosed or not. Virtual Therapy My practice is fully virtual — no commute, no transition time, no extra executive function spent just getting through the door. Let's work with your ADHD brain instead of against it, wherever you feel most at ease. If you're ready to build self-awareness, real-world skills, and confidence in your ADHD journey — whether or not you have a formal diagnosis — I'd be glad to walk alongside you. Additional Areas of Expertise While ADHD is my primary specialty, I also work with clients navigating addiction, anger management, and men's mental health issues. Addiction: I help clients understand the patterns behind their challenging behaviors. Whether it be substances, pornography, gambling, or social media—I can help develop healthier coping strategies to build sustainable recovery. I also support caregivers, partners, and family members affected by a loved one's addiction, working through boundary-setting, managing worry and frustration, and taking care of your own wellbeing while supporting someone you care about. Anger Management: We explore what's beneath the anger—frustration, shame, or feeling unheard—and develop tools for emotional regulation and communication that actually work in real life. Men's Issues: I create judgment-free space for men to explore emotions, relationship challenges, identity, and personal growth. Whether you're dealing with stress, transitions, or feeling stuck, we'll work through it together. Across all areas, my approach remains practical, collaborative, and grounded in compassion.