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A LITTLE ABOUT ME

Hi, I'm Dana.

I offer collaborative, personalized counselling for women in North Vancouver and online across BC.

My approach is warm and supportive, with space to explore what matters to you and what you need from therapy.

Dana Millar Counsellor
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Collaborative

Therapy is a partnership. We'll work together at a pace that feels right for you

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Compassionate 

A warm non-judgemental space where you can show up as you are

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Evidence-Informed

​Certified in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), with additional training in evidence-based therapeutic approaches.

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Professional Qualifications

Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) with a Master's Degree in Counselling Psychology

MY PATH 

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My Path to Becoming a Counsellor

My path to becoming a counsellor began as a teacher and school counsellor. With degrees in Education, Gender Studies, and a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology I became increasingly interested in how our early relationships and cultural conditioning shape the way we see ourselves.

 

I saw how struggles with self-worth, ADHD, people-pleasing, anxiety, and body image affected people in every part of life—from relationships and career decisions to the way we speak to ourselves every day.

 

Beyond my training, my own experiences with social anxiety, body image challenges, and poor boundaries deeply shape my work. They have given me true empathy for how hard this process can be, and a firm belief that developing a healthier relationship with yourself is possible at any stage of life.

Areas Of Focus

I support people whose struggles with self-esteem, anxiety and relationship challenges are often rooted in attachment wounds or early trauma.

Together, we'll explore what's keeping you stuck, build practical tools for coping, and create meaningful changes that align with the life you want to live. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, questioning your self-worth, struggling with your relationship with food or your body, or navigating a significant life change, therapy can help you reconnect with yourself and move forward with greater confidence and clarity.​

Anxiety & Overthinking

Low Self-Esteem and Self-Worth

Relationship Patterns

People-Pleasing

Body Image 

Food Struggles

Life Transitions

ADHD & Emotional Regulation

Attachment Wounds

Trauma

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MY APPROACH

​I believe counselling works best when you feel understood, not judged. I am certified in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and also draw from approaches including EFIT, ACT, mindfulness, somatic and attachment-based therapy, adapting our work to your needs and goals.

 

At the heart of my approach is the Emotion Focused Compass™, a framework I developed to help make sense of emotions, unmet needs, and the protective patterns that can keep us stuck.is at the heart of our work. Together we'll explore what matters to you, your needs, your values, and the life you want to create. This compass helps guide our work and keeps you connected to what feels meaningful, even when things feel hard. 

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      Starting Your Journey

 
Starting therapy can feel intimidating, especially if you've spent a long time trying to manage everything on your own. You don't need to have the right words, a clear plan, or even know exactly what's wrong before reaching out. You simply need a place to start.
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If you're looking for a compassionate counsellor in North Vancouver or online throughout British Columbia, I'd love to support you on your journey toward healing, self-understanding, and lasting change. 

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