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Jan

Jan Geurtsen

She/Her

MA, RCC

Jan is a Registered Clinical Counsellor who brings empathy, structure, and collaboration to her work with individuals, couples, and families. With extensive experience in addiction, trauma, anxiety, and relationships, she helps clients identify patterns, strengthen resilience, and create lasting change. Her integrative, evidence-based approach combines compassion with clear direction, empowering clients to move forward with clarity and confidence.

Reaching out for support is a courageous first step, and I truly understand how challenging it can be to seek help. It takes strength to acknowledge when life feels overwhelming, and even more to entrust someone with your story. You are not alone on this journey, and I am here to offer a compassionate and welcoming space where you can begin to explore new possibilities for healing and growth.

I am dedicated to supporting individuals, couples, and families as they navigate life’s challenges and seek meaningful change. With extensive expertise in addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, couples counselling, and relationship issues, I strive to provide a safe and compassionate space for all my clients.

My therapeutic approach is grounded in evidence-based practices, and I am trained in a variety of modalities to meet the unique needs of each person I work with. These include Polyvagal-Informed Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). I integrate these approaches to offer holistic and personalized care, helping clients build resilience, foster healthier relationships, and move toward greater emotional well-being.

I believe in the power of collaboration, empathy, and respect. Whether you are seeking support for addiction recovery, healing from trauma, managing anxiety or depression, or improving your relationship with your partner, I am here to guide you every step of the way. Together, we can work toward your goals and create lasting positive change.

If you are ready to take the next step or simply want to learn more about how counselling can help, please feel free to reach out. I look forward to connecting with you.

Resources

Contains links to third-party websites

Vancouver Coastal Health - ADHD

VCH’s ADHD resource page connects families with practical information, caregiver tools, and links to evidence-based supports for children and teens with ADHD

ADDitude ADHD Science & Strategies

ADDitude’s resource roundup connects parents and women with ADHD-focused websites and supports that explain how ADHD often presents differently in females and where to find guidance.

CADDRA (Canadian ADHD Resource Alliance)

CADDRA supports clinicians with practical ADHD resources and guidelines so families can access informed, evidence-based care and understanding of ADHD.

Dr. Gabor Maté:

· Focus on trauma, attachment, and holistic approaches to ADHD

· Author of Scattered Minds and Hold On to Your Kids

· Emphasis on compassionate understanding and social context

Dr. Daniel Amen:

· Neuroimaging and brain-based strategies for ADHD

· Author of Healing ADD

· Advocacy for individualized treatment plans

The Power of Connection, Survival to Safety (a presentation by Jan Geurtsen):

Polyvagal theory helping youth in care who engage in non-suicidal self-harm.

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