One moment, everything feels normal you’re enjoying quiet evenings together, having deep conversations, or simply holding hands on the couch. Then, almost imperceptibly, something shifts. The warmth between you fades, and you begin to notice the space between you growing wider. The tender moments become rare, and soon, there’s no touch, no shared laughter, and […]

As a therapist, I often work with families navigating the complex journey of aging. One of the most sensitive and important aspects of this stage of life is communication with aging parents. Aging brings many changes physical, cognitive, and emotional that can impact how parents perceive the world and interact with their loved ones. Memory […]

Divorce isn’t just a young couple’s challenge. More and more, individuals over 50 are finding themselves navigating the unexpected terrain of ending a long-term marriage. Known as a ‘grey divorce,’ this life transition brings unique emotional, financial, and social challenges that require thoughtful planning and support. At Roya Counselling, we offer professional support for those […]

Struggling to Communicate? Do you often feel frustrated when trying to express your needs, or find that conversations leave you feeling unheard? At Roya Counselling in Vancouver, our experienced therapists in Vancouver help individuals overcome these challenges. They guide you in breaking old patterns, setting healthy boundaries, and building relationships where you feel truly seen […]

Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD) is a psychological condition that develops following repeated and prolonged traumatic experiences, such as childhood abuse, domestic violence, imprisonment, or war. Unlike PTSD, which typically arises from a single traumatic event, C-PTSD results from chronic and continuous trauma and, in addition to PTSD symptoms, leads to significant disturbances in emotional […]