Perinatal Mental Health in North Vancouver
Lauren Champion Counselling specializes in the emotional well-being of new and expecting parents, providing expert guidance for individuals experiencing mood changes, anxiety, and stress related to pregnancy, birth, and the transition to parenthood. From the highs to the lows, perinatal mental health counseling addresses issues such as postpartum depression, anxiety, and the complexities of birth trauma, helping parents build resilience, self-compassion, and coping skills.
Tailored one-on-one sessions create a safe, non-judgmental environment to process difficult emotions and explore strategies for achieving balance and emotional health. By working together, clients receive personalized tools to manage the unique psychological challenges that can arise during this transformative life phase, strengthening both individual well-being and family connections.
Hi, I’m Lauren
It’s so nice to meet you. I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor and a mom to two boys – and I’m here to support you on your mental health journey.
I take a holistic, mindfulness-based and trauma-informed approach to my care. My goal is to provide tools and strategies to support you through life’s difficult moments.
Areas Of Support
Parenting Support
As the old saying goes, it takes a village – well, I would be honoured to be a part of your village.
Maternal Mental Health
I believe we are forever postpartum and we all deserve support from the early stages of family planning to having little ones.
Young Adults 16+
Before I specialized in Maternal Mental Health, I worked in the high school setting for several years supporting at-risk youth navigate their way through adolescence.
Anxiety
Anxiety shows up in our life in so many ways; from intrusive thoughts to obsessions, from thinking the worst to over planning every detail to make sure nothing goes wrong.
Here For You
I’m Lauren (she/her), a Registered Clinical Counsellor and a mom to two boys. I have a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and a Bachelors in Child & Youth Care.
Before I became a mom, I worked as a youth outreach worker supporting at risk youth. I then went on to work with high school aged youth in the North Vancouver School District, where I spent time as a youth engagement worker supporting students struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships and navigating their journey into adulthood.
I support clients in-person in North Vancouver, BC and virtually throughout British Columbia, and I am grateful to live, work and play on the unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations.
Counselling
I am a caring and approachable counsellor who is passionate about supporting clients throughout their mental health journey. As a mom to two boys ages 3 and 5, I have had my own experience with anxieties, intrusive thoughts, and feelings of being overwhelmed throughout my journey through Matrescence. I know firsthand how challenging it can be as a mom; with constant expectations, feelings of guilt and being pulled in multiple directions.
I strive to create a space of acceptance and empowerment. My hope is to validate my clients, celebrate their victories and provide concrete strategies to help during life’s difficult moments.
I also have extensive work in the high school system as a youth worker and behaviour support worker. I enjoy connecting with and supporting youth through their journey into adulthood.
I support clients through a person-centered, holistic, mindfulness-based and trauma-informed lens.
Areas of Focus
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Pregnancy, Prenatal & Postpartum
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Reproductive Challenges & Loss
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Women's Mental Health
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Parenting Support
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Stress Management
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Work/Life Balance
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Relationships
Qualifications
- Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP), Yorkville University
- Bachelor of Child & Youth Care (BCYC), University of Victoria
- Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC#18022)
- Advanced Perinatal Mental Health Psychotherapy
- Bringing Light To Motherhood
- Rediscovering Us: Sex & Intimacy For Parents
- San’yas Indigenous Cultural Training
- First Nations Health Authority approved Counsellor