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Counselling for Life Transitions

When life shifts, support can help you move forward

Counselling support for life transitions

Life transitions are periods of change that can impact how you think, feel, and show up in your day-to-day life. These changes can be planned or unexpected, and might include a new job, the end of a relationship, a move, a health diagnosis, or entering a new stage of life. Even when change is positive, it can bring uncertainty, stress, or a sense of losing your footing. Counselling can help you make sense of what you’re experiencing, build practical tools to navigate challenges, and move forward with more clarity, confidence, and stability. 

At Tall Tree, we’re here to support you with:

  • We use evidence-based approaches to help you make sense of what you’re experiencing, manage uncertainty, and build practical tools to move forward with clarity and confidence.

  • Change doesn’t just happen in the therapy room. We focus on real-life strategies you can apply in your day-to-day, especially in moments that feel the most challenging.

  • Your experience is unique. We tailor your care to your situation, your goals, and what matters most to you, so support feels practical, relevant, and aligned with your day-to-day life.

How we can help

Life transitions are more than logistical. They’re emotional, mental, and deeply personal.

Support can help you: 

  • Feel less overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck  

  • Build clarity around decisions and next steps  

  • Process change, loss, or uncertainty in a healthy way  

  • Rebuild confidence and a sense of direction  

  • Strengthen coping strategies and emotional resilience  

  • Navigate stress, burnout, and life adjustments  

  • Feel more grounded and in control day to day 

When you are ready, support is here. Book online today

You’re not alone in this

Who’s it for

Changes in life can affect your emotional and mental well-being, as well as your daily routine. They can be planned or unexpected, and often include:

    • You’re starting a new job and feeling pressure to prove yourself  

    • You’ve left a toxic or unsustainable work environment and are rebuilding  

    • You’re navigating uncertainty after a job loss or major career change  

    • You’re struggling with confidence as you step into something new 

    • You’re going through a breakup, separation, or divorce  

    • You’re adjusting to marriage or a new phase in your relationship  

    • You’re grieving the loss of a partner or loved one  

    • You’re trying to rebuild your sense of self after a relationship shift 

    • You’re becoming a parent or adjusting to life with young children  

    • Your kids are growing up and you’re navigating an “empty nest”  

    • You’re supporting or caring for aging parents  

    • Family dynamics are shifting and you’re not sure how to adapt 

    • You’ve moved to a new city or country and feel unsettled or disconnected  

    • You’re leaving behind familiar routines, people, or support systems  

    • You’re struggling to build a sense of belonging in a new place  

    • You want to feel more grounded and at home in your environment 

    • You’ve received a new diagnosis and are adjusting emotionally  

    • You’re recovering from illness or injury and navigating uncertainty  

    • Your health has changed how you see yourself or your future  

    • You’re coping with the stress, fear, or lifestyle changes that come with it 

    • You’re entering a new stage, like midlife or retirement  

    • You feel like you’ve outgrown your current routines or identity  

    • You’re reflecting on your purpose, direction, or what comes next  

    • You want support navigating change in a more intentional way 

Meet our Counsellors

Alison Maira

Registered Clinical Counsellor

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor who supports clients through stress, anxiety, and life transitions. I work with individuals navigating change, whether that’s a shift in career, relationships, health, or identity, and help them find clarity and confidence in what comes next. 

My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based therapies like ACT and Compassion Focused Therapy. I focus on helping you better understand your experience while building practical tools to feel more supported, resilient, and aligned with your goals. 

Get the support you need and book online today

Courtenay Go

Registered Clinical Counsellor

I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor who offers a warm, supportive space where you can feel heard and understood. My approach is person-centred and insight-focused, helping you explore patterns, deepen self-awareness, and move through challenges like anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, or life transitions. Together, we’ll work toward meaningful, lasting change at a pace that feels right for you.

I value creating a space where you can show up as you are, without pressure or judgment. Our work together is collaborative and guided by your goals, helping you build clarity, resilience, and a stronger connection to yourself as you navigate what’s next.

Take the first step and book online today.

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How to Book

Tall Tree’s Counselling for life transitions is available virtually or in person at Commercial Drive, Vancouver.