Counselling in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows

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Registered with BC Association of 

Clinical Counsellors

** ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS**

Currently Accepting:

Youth (9+), Young Adults, Individuals, Families

Areas of Expertise:

Anxiety - Depression - PTSD - Complex Trauma - Grief - Addictions  Identity - LGBTQS2 - Concurrent Disorders

Pregnancy Issues - Fertility - Postpartum

Family Conflict

Trained in EMDR

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BCACC (#19963).  The bulk of my experience is working with trauma, complex trauma (ex. sexual assault/exploitation) as well as focusing on attachment within families and relationships. When I work with teens, I am keenly aware that enlisting the wisdom of the family is as valuable as building a strong therapeutic relationship with an adolescent. I have worked with teens who might be described as "high risk" and have an eye for building a strong relationship even when your teen is feeling sceptical about counselling. 

I have a special interest in working with people struggling with fertility, pregnancy, and the postpartum experience.  If you have struggled with any of these issues, you have a unique perspective that requires an understanding of the many contextual layers that impact how you are feeling. 

If you're on the fence about counselling, not sure if it's  right for you or you're wary about finding the right match, book a free 15 minute consultation and trust your gut. Worst case, you never speak to me again and you spent 15 minutes learning more about what you want in a counsellor. 

Intern Counselling Associate

Afton has completed her Masters in Counselling and 

is awaiting her RCC designation with BCACC.

** ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS **       

Currently Accepting:

Youth (12+), Young Adults, Individuals

Parent/Teen

Areas of Expertise:

Anxiety - Depression - Self-Esteem - LGBTQS2

Neurodivergence - ADHD - Autism Spectrum

Self Acceptance - Grief - Adulting 101

Anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem can feel overwhelming, and you don’t have to face it alone.  I work with teens and adults experiencing these concerns, as well as relationship stress, life transitions, grief & loss, and feelings of overwhelm.  We’ll work collaboratively, and at times I might ask challenging questions to help you explore new perspectives or parts of yourself as you move toward clarity. Not sure where to start? That is completely okay. I will support you as we explore your inner world and make sense of what’s going on.  This is a space where you—or your teen—can show up without pressure and where it’s okay not to have everything figured out.

Wondering if your teen might be neurodivergent?  Hearing terms like ADHD or Autism can be overwhelming.  I have worked with teens who are diagnosed with ADHD or Autism, as well as those who haven't had an assessment.  As a parent, you might also be looking for support with setting limits while helping your adolescent mature with the confidence to make mistakes.  Neurodiverse teens can struggle between masking their behaviours and learning to accept themselves for the unique and awesome people they are.  I can support your teen (and you)  in navigating through the daily grind of school/friends/family/social media in a way that works for them, not always for everyone else.   

Your goals and strengths will lead the direction of therapy, with a few tweaks here and there.  We will consider your current relationships as well as your childhood to inform us of how your body’s Nervous System directs and impacts you each day.  As you learn more about your body’s fight/flight/freeze responses you will begin to understand your emotional responses and choose different ways to express yourself.  Therapy can sometimes be intimidating, so my job is to help you feel relaxed, maybe even laugh a little at ourselves.  We will create space for difficult emotions and might find new ways to respond to familiar challenges.  I believe therapy works best when it feels like a genuine, supportive relationship—one where you feel heard, respected, and understood.

Whether you're reaching out for yourself or for your teen, I offer an approach that respects your unique experiences and supports growth at your own pace. 

Registered with BC Association of 

Clinical Counsellors

** ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS**

Currently Accepting:

Youth (12+), Young Adults, Individuals, Families

Areas of Expertise:

Neurodivergence including Autism, ADHD, and Giftedness

Depression, Anxiety, LGBTQS2, Family Conflict, Trauma, Shame, Self-esteem, Identity, Life Transitions

As a Registered Clinical Counsellor, I feel very privileged and find it an honor to  walk with clients on this messy journey called life. Life can be amazing sometimes,  but life can also be difficult, fraught with challenges. We were never meant to do  this on our own. I work with adults as clients, and I also work with youths as  clients.  

I know how difficult it is to ask for help and reach out. It requires strength and  vulnerability. So, thank you for coming to this page and taking the next step.  

My approach to counselling 

I am a very good listener and this makes the biggest difference in the two of us  doing the work that lies ahead - you know you are being heard. Through our work  together, we can utilize the power of connection and how every human being  longs to be seen, heard, and understood. This in turn leads to greater clarity for  steps ahead.   

I believe that we are the experts of our own lives and stories. No one knows our own lives and our own selves better than each of us do. Therefore, my focus is on  being client-centered. I believe that the past can inform the present, and so  psychodynamic considerations are important. Incorporating stories is an  important element in using narrative therapy with a humanistic approach.  

I am warm, compassionate, and with a touch of humor, and my clients would  describe me as non-judgmental, very real, and authentic.   

Let’s walk forward together 

 Louise Rumble, B.Sc., M.Ed., R.C.C.(BCACC)

 Insofar as neurodivergence as a focus, I have also worked as a teacher, specifically with  children/youth who have specific needs and challenges. As a result, I have a tremendous  amount of knowledge and experience of the education system both here in Canada and the UK.  I understand the frustration that parents and students face, especially if the student has  learning challenges and/or is neurodivergent. It can feel very lonely. I am a huge advocate for  those who feel like they have no voice, especially in an education setting. Even as a parent, I  understand this intimately.  

Attending Master's in Counselling

** ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS **

Currently accepting:

Youth (9+), Young adults    

Individuals, Parents

Parent/teen

Areas of Expertise:

Anxiety - Depression - Self-Esteem - LGBTQS2

Neurodivergence - ADHD - Autism Spectrum

Self Acceptance - Grief - Adulting 101

I approach counselling from a collaborative and compassionate perspective, creating a space where clients feel empowered, heard, and safe. I believe in building genuine connections and supporting individuals through both the challenges and triumphs of life.

My philosophy is to meet clients where they are, offering a non-judgmental presence and an open space for dialogue. I strive to create a therapeutic environment that fosters trust, reflection, and personal growth.

I have a particular interest in working with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, stress, burnout and relationship conflict. Woven throughout my practice is a deep appreciation for the mind-body connection and the ways it can influence our emotional and psychological experiences. I integrate this understanding into my therapeutic approach, recognizing that our physical and emotional well-being are closely intertwined. 

In addition to my counselling work, my background as an educator provides me with a unique insight into the student experience. This perspective allows me to effectively support youth and their families as they navigate academic, social, and emotional challenges. I draw on practical strategies and a compassionate lens to help families foster resilience and well-being at home and in school environments.

While I have a strong foundation in supporting youth, my practice also extends to working with adults. I welcome individuals at any stage of life to take meaningful steps toward mental wellness in an encouraging and inclusive space.