Effective Counselling Services in Chilliwack

There is no doubt that human emotions are complicated and hard to understand. Your behaviour, thoughts, and feelings can sometimes get overwhelming for you and everyone else around. At West Counselling & Associates, we offer exceptional counselling services in Chilliwack.

Our counsellors also cater to all of Chilliwack and its surrounding areas. West Counselling & Associates understands that anyone can be going through a rough patch in life, irrespective of their age. So we provide counselling services to children, adults, individuals, couples, and families alike!

When you visit us, you can be assured of experiencing a safe and relaxing atmosphere. At West Counselling & Associates, we are considerate of your privacy and offer confidentiality. Our team is dedicated to listening to your problems attentively and exploring appropriate solutions.

For us, your safety and comfort are our priority. West Counselling & Associates are here to make you feel and understand that you are not defeated and can navigate through your problems with assistance. Our counsellors use industry-appropriate therapies and sessions to meet your diverse needs.

Allow us to introduce you to our team:

Fred West - Chilliwack & Langley

“My name is Fred West, and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (#508) in the province of British Columbia. I have been a family and marital therapist in Langley for over 34 years. I have an abundance of experience in the areas of youth, adolescent, family and marital therapy. I do accept criminal injury referrals, and I am registered and accepted at a Level IV rating. With numerous years of professional counselling experience, I bring a common-sense approach to my work and, if needed, can provide brief telephone support between appointments at no charge.

I specialize in the following areas:

Counselling children

Play Therapy

ADD/ADHD management and support

Autism

Parenting support

Communication and problem solving for parents

Marital /relationship issues

Depression/grief/loss issues

Stress management

Self-esteem issues

Separation/divorce issues

Conflict resolution

There are no formulas for making changes in your life. Each person is a unique individual. I customize my counselling approach to meet your personal needs. I draw from many different counselling modalities such as Client-Centred, Humanistic Therapy, CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), Psychodynamic Therapies and Mindfulness-based approaches. It is this individualized approach, combined with proven techniques that help individuals and couples reach their goals that go beyond symptom relief and achieve long-lasting change.

Whether it’s a personal problem or a relationship that needs attention, I believe in your ability to make positive and lasting changes in your life. My underlying philosophy starts with the belief that the most important thing I can provide you is a confidential, understanding and safe environment.”

Chantelle Wheeler— Chilliwack, Virtual

As a compassionate and dedicated counsellor, I am committed to providing a supportive, non-judgmental space for individuals and couples to explore their thoughts, emotions, and life challenges. I am trained in a range of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Gottman’s Couples Therapy, and Emotions Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT), allowing me to tailor my approach to meet the unique needs of each client. By integrating these evidence-based modalities, I work collaboratively to foster personal growth, enhance emotional resilience, and help clients develop practical tools for navigating anxiety, stress, relationship dynamics, and other life concerns. With a deep respect for each person’s journey, my goal is to empower clients to achieve emotional well-being, improve relationships, and lead more fulfilling, balanced lives.

Tanis Payne - Langley, Virtual

Dedicated to the social services industry for over 20 years, demonstrating a strong
commitment to serving disadvantaged youth, adolescents, and adults, including those
struggling with addiction, mental health, and complex care needs, from a trauma-informed
lens. As well as years of experience working with couples and families, providing
counselling and psychoeducation while attending to cultural diversities.
Presently completing my master’s in counselling psychology at Yorkville University. I believe
in providing a customized therapeutic approach based on my client's needs, drawing from
counselling modalities such as Client-Centred, Humanistic Therapy, CBT (Cognitive
Behavioural Therapy), Psychodynamic Therapies, and Mindfulness-based approaches. The
relationship I develop with my clients is of the utmost importance, providing an empathetic, safe,
and caring environment to help them move through life’s changing seasons, assisting them to
understand themselves to live their best life. Life is a journey; we constantly change and grow,
and adapting to these changes can be challenging.
I received a degree in Criminology from Simon Fraser University and played on the
Women’s Volleyball team. I have a huge passion for sports. I have been a community coach
in Langley for over 10 years, coaching youth aged 5- 17 in baseball, basketball, soccer, and
volleyball. From a player and coaching perspective, I understand the pressures that sports can
bring and how physical activity and mental well-being intersect. Providing emotional
regulation and prioritizing mental fitness to assist athletes in performing at their best and
staying at their peak performance.

Amrit Sidhu - Chilliwack, Langley, Virtual

My name is Amrit Sidhu and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with a Masters in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. My main goal is to assist and help individuals with well-being, relationships, personal growth, mental health and addictions.

I have worked with various populations ranging from youth to the elderly dealing with concerns such as substance use, abuse, anxiety and depression. My experience with specific clientele is with both men and women.

I focus on building relationships through communication, trust and honesty. I enjoy participating in sports such as soccer. I am passionate about bodybuilding and maintaining a healthy lifestyle outside the counselling environment. I have coached youth soccer in the past and have also volunteered with Abbotsford Community Corrections.

I am excited to be given the opportunity to help facilitate change in your life through a safe and confidential environment.

Crystal Hermann - Virtual

Crystal is currently completing her Masters of Education in School Counselling and is a member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association.

Crystal has always had a passion for helping and connecting to others. Through her 12 years as an educator she has experience working with students of varying ages, gender, sexual orientation, faiths, education, ethnicity, and cultural backgrounds. As no one approach fits all, Crystal is focused on establishing trusting relationships with her clients and will customize her framework based on her client’s individual needs.

Crystal believes that at the heart of every therapy is the partnership that is formed between the client and the therapist. It is the therapist’s job to help guide, provide resources and a safe place for you, the client, to walk through whatever brought you to the counselling office to begin with. Using tools, such as Client-Centered, and REBT (solution focused) therapies, we will discover together your best self. Crystal looks forward to meeting and walking through this process with you.

When not in the Counselling office, Crystal keeps busy with her husband and two girls by cycling, skiing, camping, as well as teaching and performing with her musically inclined family.

Nav Gill - Langley & Virtual

Nav has over a decade of experience in the education system, providing him with a strong foundation for working with youth, teens and families. This background has given him valuable insight into the diverse challenges peopleface across different stages of life.

Nav believes that every therapeutic relationship begins with a genuine connection between client and counsellor. He prioritizes creating a safe, trusting, and non-judgemental environment where clients feel heard and supported. Throughout his career, Nav has worked with a wide range of clients—from children to adults—across diverse backgrounds, identities, abilities, and needs.

He has witnessed the transformative impact of therapy and is deeply committed to approaching each individual with openness, curiosity, and respect. For Nav, maintaining a non-judgemental stance is essential to meaningful and effective therapeutic work.

Nav offers a somatic and brain based approach to healing, incorporating modalities such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy and Brainspotting therapy. He is a EMDRIA certified EMDR therapist.

Nicole Kurcher - Chilliwack, Langley, Virtual

Nicole feels privileged to support clients as they walk through life’s difficult times. Working from a client-centred perspective, she strives to engage in warm and empathic relationships while supporting growth and change. Nicole practices the cognitive behavioural theory, solution-focused, and family systems theory modalities. She is a mature interning student at Yorkville University, completing her master’s in counselling psychology.

She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of British Columbia. She started her career in the community, not-for-profit, then spent twenty years as a family and youth support worker for the Langley school district. Nicole brings her work, lived experience, and warm and practical nature to her practice.

Sonia Lalli - Langley, Chilliwack, Virtual

My name is Sonia Lalli, and I have a Bachelor's degree in Child and Youth Care from the University of Victoria, and completed my internship for my Master's degree in Counselling through Yorkville University. Every person's unique story deserves to be heard and understood in a compassionate therapeutic relationship. I provide a warm and supportive environment where my clients can feel comfortable sharing their experiences, thoughts, and feelings.

A space that encourages empowerment, vulnerability, and growth. I am most passionate about CBT, Narrative therapy, and solution-focused therapy. My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.

By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will uproot long-standing behaviour patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. As a counsellor, my hope for the work we will do together is to foster an environment that encourages healing and growth.

All of us at West Counselling & Associates are an integral part of the community and have been running a successful practice in Langley and Chilliwack for years. Contact us to schedule a counselling session today!

Our Services

Counselling services

Individual counselling

Family counselling

Anger management

Autism spectrum support

Play and sand therapy

Couples and marriage counselling

Parental problem-solving

Grief and loss issues resolution

Conflict resolution

Depression management

Divorce and separation counselling

Child counselling

Anxiety and stress management

ADD/ADHD support

Criminal injury referral services