Dr. Ben Garrett, DCPsych, RCC | Counsellor in Chilliwack & Salmon Arm
Dr. Ben Garrett
A Practical and Insight-Oriented Approach
Counselling is not just about managing symptoms. It’s about understanding why certain patterns exist and how they continue to affect your daily life.
My approach combines practical strategies with deeper self-understanding. This means we focus on both immediate tools to help you feel more stable and longer-term insight into your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours.
I draw from:
- Person-Centered Therapy
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Psychodynamic approaches
Together, this creates a balanced process where you can build coping skills while also exploring the underlying reasons behind your experiences.
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Services in Chilliwack & Salmon Arm
Anxiety Counselling
Anxiety can show up as constant worry, overthinking, or feeling on edge without a clear reason. We work on calming the nervous system while also understanding what is driving these patterns. Over time, this helps you feel more in control and less overwhelmed.
Depression Counselling
Depression often affects motivation, energy, and how you see yourself. Therapy focuses on rebuilding a sense of meaning, developing self-compassion, and gradually reconnecting with your daily life. The process is steady and tailored to your pace.
Trauma Counselling
Past experiences can continue to affect how you respond to stress, relationships, and emotions. I support you in working through these experiences gently and safely. The goal is to reduce their impact and help you feel more grounded in the present.
Services in Chilliwack & Salmon Arm
Relationship and Communication Counselling
Struggles in relationships can lead to frustration, distance, or repeated conflict. We focus on understanding patterns, improving communication, and rebuilding trust. This helps create stronger, more stable connections over time.
Anger and Emotional Regulation Counselling
Strong emotions can feel difficult to manage, especially when reactions happen quickly. We work on recognizing triggers and developing healthier ways to respond. This leads to better control and improved interactions with others.
Addiction and Coping Patterns Counselling
Addictive behaviours and coping patterns often develop as ways to manage stress or emotional pain. Therapy focuses on understanding these patterns and building healthier alternatives. This supports long-term change rather than short-term fixes.
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What Working Together Feels Like
Counselling should feel like a real conversation, not a clinical process. You don’t need to have everything figured out or know exactly what to say.
Our work together is collaborative. We start where you are, focusing on what feels most important to you. Over time, this helps you develop clarity, build confidence, and respond to life’s challenges in a more balanced way.
Experience and Credentials
- Doctorate in Counselling Psychology (DCPsych)
- Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC)
- Over 16 years of experience in mental health settings
- Experience across British Columbia and the Canadian North
- Work with children, teens, adults, and families
I’ve supported individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, relationship challenges, and substance use. My work is grounded in both clinical training and real-world experience.
Supporting Clients in Chilliwack and Salmon Arm
Life in communities like Chilliwack and Salmon Arm comes with its own pace and pressures. While these areas offer a strong sense of community, many people still carry personal challenges that are not always visible.
I offer counselling that feels private, steady, and approachable. Whether you are dealing with stress, emotional challenges, or life transitions, support is available in a way that respects your comfort level.
Explore family counselling support if relationships are being affected
Start Where You Are
You don’t need to have everything figured out before reaching out. Counselling is a place to better understand what you are experiencing and begin making changes that feel manageable.
You’re welcome to reach out even if you’re unsure where to begin. We can start with a simple conversation and take it from there.
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Support is available when you’re ready.
