Brooklynn McNeil

Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, especially when you're already carrying a lot. Maybe you're struggling with anxiety, overthinking, people-pleasing, relationship challenges or feeling like you're constantly trying to hold everything together. Perhaps you've noticed yourself relying on alcohol or other substances to unwind, manage stress, quiet your thoughts or cope with difficult emotions. You might look like you have it all figured out on the outside, while internally feeling exhausted, disconnected or stuck in patterns you can't seem to change. Whatever brings you to therapy, you don't have to wait until things reach a breaking point to seek support.

I work primarily with women navigating anxiety, chronic stress, relationship challenges, self-esteem, boundaries, trauma and substance use. I support women who find themselves overthinking, struggling with self-doubt, putting others' needs ahead of their own or having difficulty feeling secure in their relationships. I also work with individuals who are questioning their relationship with alcohol or other substances, exploring sober curiosity, or navigating addiction and recovery. Whether you're looking to better understand your relationship with substances, develop healthier ways of coping or work through the experiences and emotions that may be contributing to substance use, you deserve support without judgment.

I also have extensive experience supporting teens, young adults and families navigating mental health challenges, emotional regulation, school-related stress, friendship and relationship difficulties, ADHD, neurodiversity, substance use and life transitions. I am particularly passionate about helping young people better understand themselves, develop confidence and navigate the challenges of growing up.

My approach to counselling is warm, collaborative and grounded in attachment theory and trauma-informed care. I believe many of the ways we think, feel and relate to others have developed for a reason. Rather than simply trying to change behaviours or manage symptoms, I want to help you understand what's underneath them. Therapy is an opportunity to explore your experiences, make sense of patterns that may no longer be serving you and develop a more compassionate relationship with yourself.

I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches, including EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Internal Family Systems (IFS)-informed therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), mindfulness. As a trained EMDR therapist and 200-hour certified yoga teacher, I value the connection between our minds, bodies and nervous systems. I tailor our work to your individual needs, goals and pace, creating space for both deeper healing and practical strategies 

I offer virtual counselling to individuals throughout British Columbia, with in-person counselling available in Kitsilano, Vancouver, beginning January 2027. I invite you to book a free 15-minutue intro call to explore next steps