Gillian Drader & Associates has been supporting Abbotsford families for over 20 years, known for practical, evidence-based counselling that gets results. If you want a therapist who understands real family life in the Fraser Valley, this is the office to call. They specialise in family and couples counselling, parent coaching, and child and adolescent therapy, with registered clinical counsellors and a clinical counsellor-in-training on staff.

Their services are concrete and varied. Couples sessions focus on communication skills and conflict resolution, often using Gottman-informed exercises. Family therapy addresses blended family dynamics and parenting plans, including sessions with children present and separate parent-only work. For teens they offer cognitive behavioural therapy for anxiety and mood concerns, and play-based interventions for younger children. They also provide parenting workshops, 8- to 12-week groups on setting boundaries, and brief telephone check-ins between sessions when needed.

What sets them apart is how they work, not what they say. Appointments are available weekday evenings and some Saturdays at a bright, 1,100 square foot clinic near Whatcom Road, with private rooms and on-site free parking. Intake is thorough, with a 60-minute initial assessment that maps goals, strengths, and a clear 6- to 12-session plan. Therapists use measurable tools like the Outcome Rating Scale to track progress, and provide practical homework between sessions. The team includes Registered Clinical Counsellors (RCC) and a registered clinical supervisor, so clients have access to experienced guidance and ongoing clinical oversight.

Locally owned and actively involved in Abbotsford schools and community groups, Gillian Drader & Associates is chosen by neighbours who want steady, professional help and real improvement. Call them to ask about virtual sessions and sliding-scale options, or to book a first appointment.

Phone: 604-625-7852
Website: https://www.gilliandrader.com/