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. 

Parenting Support

As the old saying goes, it takes a village –
well, I would be honoured to be a part of your village.

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.

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. 

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.

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Testimonials


Lauren is an expert in perinatal mental health, she focuses on supporting people through the experience of becoming a parent. She is kind, considerate, empathetic, and skilled in her work with clients. I always feel confident referring to Lauren.

- Courtney Handja

Registered Clinical Counsellor

Lauren is an all-around amazing human and counsellor. She cares deeply about her work in perinatal mental health and is a great support to the clients and mothers that she works with.

Kris Scott

Registered Clinical Counsellor

I have worked with Lauren in a few different contexts, and she always wows me with her genuinely, warmth and ability to engage with her clients in a meaningful way. She is my go-to referral for women’s mental health.

Marlo McMurchy

Registered Social Worker

Working with Lauren has been a truly affirming experience during a particularly vulnerable chapter of my life — early parenthood. Navigating the postpartum period felt overwhelming and, at times, isolating. Speaking with someone who not only understands these challenges professionally, but has also lived through the highs and lows of raising young children during a pandemic, has been most healing.

Anonymous

Client

Lauren has a way of making you feel truly seen and heard, without judgment, and without resorting to platitudes. She brings a grounded, honest empathy to every session, along with a welcome dose of levity and perspective. Her humour and relatability don’t just lighten the conversation, they remind me I’m not alone.

Anonymous

Client

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 young boys, 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

  • N

    Anxiety

  • N

    Depression

  • N

    Women's Mental Health

  • N

    Parenting Support

  • N

    Stress Management

  • N

    Work/Life Balance

  • N

    Relationships

Coverage & Extended Health Care Plans

Many extended health care plans offer coverage for counselling services, either fully or partially. If you have extended health benefits through your employment, educational institution, or a family member’s plan, I encourage you to reach out to your provider to inquire specifically about coverage for counselling sessions with a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC).

 

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

Canopy Integrated Health

Clinic Hours

Monday
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wednesday
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thursday
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Friday
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed