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Sandra Filippelli

MEd, RCC

Individual, Child & Family Counsellor

Counselling Associate

Sandra Filippelli, Individual, Child and Family Counsellor, Counselling Associate Strong Ties Counselling

While life is often filled with new experiences, times of happiness and growth, it can also come with many challenges and emotions that can be difficult to manage. I am passionate about working with children, youth, families, adults and couples to help you discover your strengths and stretches, and to uncover the process of healing. My goals are to listen, support, and establish a safe environment and therapeutic relationship so that you feel valued, encouraged, and seek solutions to help you navigate through your challenges.

 

I have been an Elementary School Teacher for over 17 years with both the Coquitlam and Surrey School Districts. I have taught Grades 1-7 and have been a Learning Support and Social Development Teacher. I have great knowledge and experience working with children with high emotional and academic needs, anxiety, ADHD, Autism, and severe behaviour challenges.

 

I have a Master of Education in School Counselling (M.Ed) from City University of Seattle (2023), a Bachelors of Education (B.Ed - 2006) and a Bachelor in Human Kinetics (B.Kin-2005), both from the University of British Columbia. 

 

I use several approaches in my therapeutic work including Play-based Therapy, Sand-tray Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Person Centered Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Strength Based Therapy, Attachment Theory, Emotionally Focussed Therapy (EFT), Methods from Gottman, and Family Systems. I am also trained in Separation/Divorce and Co-Parenting, and Basic Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). 

 

Together we can collaborate and implement therapies that work for you in your therapeutic journey. I look forward to sharing your healing journey with you!

Areas of Focus:
In Children & Youth: Anxiety | ASD | ADHD | Giftedness | 
Emotional Regulation | Anger Management | Behavioural issues | Socio-emotional skills | Depression
In Parents: Anxiety | Life Transitions | Parenting | Separation & Divorce | Boundaries | Relationship Issues | Shame | Stress​​​
Age Group:
Preschoolers, School-aged children, Adolescents & Youth, Parents/Families
Availability:

Sandra works online and in-person at our Coquitlam office

Mondays 9:00-12:00 pm - Virtual Only

Tuesdays 12:00-7:00 pm

Wednesday 2:00-7:00 pm

Thursday 12:00-7:00 pm

Friday 9:30-2:30 pm

Languages:
English
Rates:​

Child therapy & Parenting sessions: $150

Family therapy: $165

Education:

​Bachelor of Education - University of British Columbia

Bachelor of Human Kinetics - University of British Columbia

Master of Education in School Counselling - City University of Seattle

 
Specialized Training:​

Collaboration and Divorce- Roster pending

Clinical Foundations in Gottman Method for Couples Therapy- Level 1

Trauma Informed CBT and CBT for Couples

EMDR Level 1

NSST, Trauma and Anxiety in the Sand Tray- Madeline DeLittle

Professional Membership

Registered Clinical Counsellor with BCACC (RCC)

Ready to work with Sandra?

Get in touch today for more information or to book your first appointment. Whether you’re seeking play-based therapy for your child or counselling for yourself or your teen, our caring and dedicated team is here to support your family’s well-being.

Strong Ties - Child & Family Services in Langley and Coquitlam

CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES

Strong Ties provides child and family counselling with offices in Coquitlam and Langley.

It’s our goal to help our community thrive through improved mental health and meaningful relationships.

LOCATIONS

COQUITLAM 

240 - 3020 Lincoln Ave. 
Coquitlam, BC CANADA

LANGLEY

8661 201 St 2nd Floor, Langley Twp, BC CANADA

Free parking and wheelchair accessible offices

CONTACT

E: info@strongties.ca
T: 604-862-8763
 

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