Andrea Dasilva, Counselling Therapist

Andrea Dasilva, M.Ed., RCC has a BA degree in Psychology, as well as an M Ed. degree in Counselling Psychology from the University of British Columbia. She is is a fully licensed Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors. Andrea is an EMDR certified therapist.

Andrea primarily focuses on working with individuals aged 18+. In her sessions, Andrea uses an eclectic mix of therapeutic strategies, based on the needs, values, interests, and abilities of each individual client: she often uses action and commitment therapy (ACT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing),  and self compassion strategies – again tailored to the uniqueness of each client and the issue(s) presented. All of her sessions are client centered and strengths focused.

Andrea is a collaborative and compassionate counsellor who respects diversity and accepts challenges – in all of their forms. She values your feedback and appreciates your effort and participation.

Areas of Focus

• Depression 
• Anxiety
• Grief/Loss
• Disability/Life Transition Issues
• Trauma
• Pain Management
• Crisis Management