Therapy to Help You Be Unapologetically You.
You Are Good Enough. Let's Help You Believe It.
Specialized EMDR & Brainspotting Therapy in Port Coquitlam & Virtual Across BC
Adults | Couples | Teens 16+ | ICBC
Specialties
We Help Ambitious BIPOC Women Feel More Self Confident and Embrace Their Inner Power
You're tired of feeling like you're not good enough. You're exhausted from trying to please everyone while your own needs get ignored. You want to feel confident in your own skin and trust yourself to make decisions. You want a healthy romantic relationship but it feels too scary.
Here's the truth: Low self-esteem isn't your fault. Growing up with high expectations and cultural pressure can make you doubt yourself constantly. You learned to put everyone else first, but that left you feeling empty and resentful.
Your story doesn't end here. Imagine feeling so confident that you trust yourself completely and don’t question your worth. Let's start that journey together today.
Build Real Self-Esteem and Feel Worthy
Feel proud of who you are, not just what you achieve
Trust yourself to make good decisions
Set Strong Boundaries and Feel Respected
Learn to say no without feeling guilty or mean
Stop people from taking advantage of your kindness
Release Perfectionism and Feel Peaceful
Learn that making mistakes is normal and okay
Let go of the fear of disappointing others
How We Help You Feel Better:
Trust Your Intuition and Feel Confident
Listen to your gut feelings and trust them
Make decisions based on what YOU want
Find Your Voice and Feel Empowered
Speak up for yourself without fear
Ask for what you need and want
Find Love and Feel Confident in Dating
Overcome the fear of putting yourself out there romantically
Learn to trust that you deserve genuine love and connection
Tired of Feeling Not Good Enough? Ready to Feel Confident?
Do These Sound Like You?
You constantly doubt yourself and your decisions
You feel terrible about yourself, even when others praise you
You can't say no without feeling guilty and anxious
You put everyone else's needs before your own, then feel resentful
You're afraid to speak up for yourself because you don't want to upset anyone
You feel like you have to be perfect or you're worthless
You don't trust yourself to make good choices
You avoid taking risks because you're scared of failing
You feel like you're never doing enough, no matter how hard you try
If you nodded yes to any of these, we can help.
EMDR Works for More Than “Big Trauma”
What Is EMDR Good For?
Not just big scary events, it can help with everyday struggles too.
What Can EMDR Help With?
Thoughts that you're never good enough
Feeling like your opinions don't count
Perfectionism and people pleasing
Think of it this way: It's like clearing a clogged drain so emotions can flow freely instead of backing up.
Areas EMDR Could Help:
Decision-making anxiety
Perfectionist stress
Guilt about setting limits with people
Fear of letting others down
Self-trust issues
How Its EMDR Different?
You don't always have to talk through everything for months. EMDR often works faster than talk therapy to re-wire negative beliefs.
Some people notice shifts pretty quickly. You’re body does a lot of the to create beneficial habit and behavioral change.
Bottom Line: EMDR may help you work through beliefs that aren't helpful anymore. This could help you think more clearly and feel more confident about your choices.
About Serenity Counselling
Hi there, we're here to help first-generation BIPOC women who feel insecure and want to build confidence.
We get it because we've been there too.
We understand how hard it is when you doubt yourself constantly, when you can't say no without feeling terrible, and when you feel like you're never good enough. We know how exhausting it feels to try to be perfect all the time. And we know how lonely it can feel when you're struggling with confidence but everyone expects you to have it all together.
Here's what makes our approach different:
We help you build real confidence from the inside out
We teach you how to set boundaries that actually work
We help you quiet that mean voice in your head
We won't judge you for struggling with self-esteem
We use proven techniques that help you feel better faster
Our team brings diverse cultural understanding and training in body-based trauma therapy. We integrate EMDR, Brainspotting, and somatic approaches with compassionate talk therapy to address anxiety, cultural guilt, and the stress stored in your body. You’ll be met with empathy and expertise, not a cookie-cutter approach. Here, your success doesn’t have to come at the cost of your mental well-being.
Whether it’s navigating family pressure, redefining your identity, or healing past wounds, we walk this path with you.
Services
What is Brainspotting?
Brainspotting is a therapeutic technique that helps individuals access and process deep-seated emotional and traumatic experiences. By guiding eye movements to specific "brainspots" related to distress, the therapy aims to unlock and release unresolved trauma stored in the brain. During a Brainspotting session, I help you explore and identify the precise areas in your visual field that connect with your emotional experiences. By focusing attention on these spots, you can access and process underlying emotions and memories more effectively.
What is EMDR?
EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It is a form of therapy that helps those experiencing symptoms of emotional distress relating to life traumas. This highly researched intervention helps those who feel “stuck” in their trauma by creating distance from these events and minimizing symptoms. EMDR uses detailed protocols and guided eye movement to help remove mental blocks that limit us from healing. This powerful eight-part therapy can help activate natural healing and be adapted to your needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Yes, we offer both in-person EMDR sessions at our Port Coquitlam office, and secure telehealth sessions for clients. Both formats are equally effective for EMDR therapy. Brainspotting is only via telehealth..
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Yes we Do accept ICBC clients. RCC and CCC are covered by most extended health plans, please connect with your provider to ensure you have coverage. Direct Billing will be an option in Fall 2025.
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Getting started is easy. Book your free 20-minute consultation through our website or give us a call. During this consultation, we'll discuss your goals, answer your questions, and determine the best approach for your needs. If we're a good fit, we'll schedule your first session and begin your healing journey.
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Zahra offers couples counselling and sees client’s 16+ years old. Suki only sees individuals aged 17+ years old. These services are offered both online and in person in Port Coquitlam.
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Talk therapy usually involves discussing your thoughts, feelings, and experiences with a therapist to gain insight, develop coping skills, and create meaningful change. It often focuses on the story of what happened and why it affects you.
EMDR and Brainspotting go deeper. These therapies help process emotional pain and trauma that might be stuck in your body and nervous system, not just your thoughts. Instead of only talking about your experiences, they use your brain’s natural healing abilities to unlock and release unprocessed trauma and re wire negative belief systems.
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Yes, absolutely.! While we specialize in supporting high-achieving BIPOC women, we are open to all individuals who are looking for a safe, non-judgmental space to heal, grow, and feel more confident in themselves.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, burnout, self-doubt, or trauma, we welcome clients of all backgrounds, genders, and identities.
Ready to begin your healing journey?
“KNOWING ONESELF COMES FROM ATTENDING WITH COMPASSIONATE CURIOSITY TO WHAT IS HAPPENING WITHIN.”
-DR. GABOR MATÉ