Guiding Young People to Confidence

Assertiveness & Empowerment Counselling for Children & Youth

We offer specialized in-person and online counselling to help children and teens build confidence, set healthy boundaries, and develop the skills to advocate for themselves.
Counselor shaking hands with a young girl, promoting assertiveness and empowerment.
The Power of Assertiveness & Self-Confidence

Empowering Children & Youth to Find Their Voice

At Catalyst Mind Center, we understand that developing assertiveness and empowerment is crucial for a child’s mental and emotional health. Amidst peer pressures, academic demands, and self-doubt, our registered psychotherapists provide supportive, developmental counselling to help young people navigate change with confidence. Our team focuses on strengthening resilience, enabling them to voice their needs, set boundaries, and embrace their potential with self-assurance and independence. We work to empower young people to become more self-assured and confident in their daily lives.

Assertiveness and empowerment evolve with age, and our knowledgeable therapists apply interactive, skill-building techniques to encourage self-expression and boost self-esteem. We work to address hurdles like bullying or low motivation by using positive reinforcement to cultivate mental and emotional health. We may also involve family to reinforce new skills in real-world settings for lasting personal growth.

Common Assertiveness Challenges We Address

Our counselling services help young clients facing:
Difficulty saying no or expressing opinions
Low self-confidence leading to passive behaviors
Overly aggressive responses due to frustration
Fear of failure hindering participation in activities
Boundary issues with friends or siblings
Challenges with decision-making or leadership roles
Our Holistic Approach to Therapy

Personalized Therapeutic Approaches in West Vancouver

Our therapists design engaging sessions for skill acquisition and self-discovery. We use youth-oriented, evidence-based methods for assertiveness and empowerment, ensuring young clients feel motivated and supported in strengthening resilience during life shifts.

Role-Playing Therapy

Simulates social scenarios to practice assertive responses, building confidence in real-life interactions.

Self-Esteem Building Workshops

Uses art and group activities to affirm strengths and reduce self-doubt in children.

Empowerment-Focused Cognitive Therapy

Reframes negative self-talk to promote positive self-perception and decision-making.

Boundary Education Sessions

Teaches through stories and games how to set and respect limits, enhancing interpersonal skills.

Leadership Skill Development

Incorporates team challenges to foster initiative and empowerment in youth.

Positive Reinforcement Techniques

Rewards assertive behaviors to encourage repetition and emotional growth.

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Our dedicated psychotherapists and holistic practitioners are passionate about supporting individuals in attaining a more balanced and fulfilling life. Our therapists can provide service in-person or online and offer individual or couples, groups and workshops.

MA, CCC

She is a Canadian Certified Counsellor, bringing professional expertise and compassionate presence to her work. She’s particularly passionate about helping clients regain a sense of resilience and agency.

MA

She is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with over 8 years of experience providing Clinical counselling therapy and working an educational setting as a university, professor and school counsellor.

PhD, CCC, CCC-S

She is a Canadian Certified Counsellor and Supervisor with over 28 years of experience supporting clients of all ages. She offers a compassionate space to heal, gain insight, and move forward with purpose.

MCP-AT, RCC, CCC

She is a clinical counsellor and art therapist with 22 years of experience, supporting healing through art. She uses creativity and mindfulness to guide self-discovery, resilience, and peace.  
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Why Choose
مرکز ذهن ‫Catalyst

Because growth begins with the courage to challenge your mindset—and we're here to support every step, in person or virtually.

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