Marnie Bates and Associates Counselling
REGISTERED CLINICAL COUNSELLING – APPROVED CLINICAL SUPERVISOR
Child, Youth, Adult, & Family Counselling Specialists
Our Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy
- Expressive Play and Art Therapy
- Child-Centered Therapy
- Psychoeducational Approaches
- ADHD Coping Strategies
- Executive Functioning Support
- Attachment-Based Parenting
- Relationship-Focused Counselling
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- …and more
Do you have questions? We’ll help you find answers.
“I’m feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck. Could counselling help me feel better?”
“My child is having big emotions and I’m not sure how to support them — can you help?”
“Our family has been going through a lot of changes. Is it normal to feel disconnected or unsure?”
“My teen seems withdrawn and isn’t opening up. Should I be concerned?”
“I want to parent differently than I was raised — can I get support with that?”
“Something just doesn’t feel right, but I don’t know where to start — is therapy for me?”
“We’re not in crisis, but we want support — is now a good time to start counselling?”
It’s important to find a therapist that’s a good fit for you.
Meet Our Team
Meet Marnie Bates
Hello. I’m Marnie Bates, a former teacher, now Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with over twenty years of experience and a deep passion for supporting children, youth, adults, and families. I am a graduate of the University of British Columbia, holding a Master’s Degree in Education and Counselling Psychology, a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, and a Diploma of Education. I’ve earned the Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) accreditation, which allows me to guide and mentor counselling interns and associate clinicians as they grow in their practice. I am deeply committed to promoting wellness and supporting the mental health of everyone who enters my practice. Establishing a safe and trusting relationship is paramount to the work I do with all my clients.
I’m fortunate to work alongside an incredible team of clinicians—many of whom are also experienced teachers—who bring warmth, insight, and a deep commitment to supporting clients of all ages and backgrounds. Together, we offer in-person, phone, and virtual counselling sessions, allowing clients to choose the format that feels most comfortable and accessible. My team has experience working with both neurodiverse and neurotypical individuals. We tailor our approach to meet each client’s unique needs. When working with children, every member of my team incorporates art or play into sessions to ensure they are engaging, meaningful, and fun.
Meet Brooke Henderson
Registered Psychotherapist Qualifying, Registered Art Therapist (RCAT)
Hello. I’m a Registered Psychotherapist Qualifying and Registered Art Therapist (RCAT). I’m dedicated to creating a warm, supportive environment where clients feel safe to explore their emotions and experiences. I often blend traditional talk therapy with creative, expressive approaches to help clients uncover new insights, build resilience, and develop healthy coping strategies. I have extensive experience supporting children and teens with emotional regulation, self-esteem, friendship skills, and boundary setting.
Meet Nikki King
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Hello. I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a Master of Education in Counselling from City University. Before becoming a counsellor, I worked for over 15 years as a classroom and resource teacher, which gave me a deep understanding of how children and youth learn, grow, and navigate challenges. I bring a calm, compassionate presence to my work and strive to create a safe, supportive space for children, teens, and families. My approach is collaborative and strengths-based, helping clients feel seen, respected, and empowered as they move toward healing and growth.
Meet Margarita Banting
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Hello. I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor, coach and educator of 15 years, supporting children and youth in navigating life, building confidence, and making choices that reflect who they are becoming. I bring a collaborative, supportive, and playful environment to our sessions. I help people of all ages develop the emotional and cognitive tools to become self-directed and resilient in their everyday lives. My experience includes working with neurodivergent people from diverse cultural backgrounds, with the goal of helping anyone I work with recognize and act on their own capacity for growth and self-understanding.
Meet Taylore Jones
Master’s of Counselling Intern, City University
Hello. I’m a Master of Counselling Intern at City University and an experienced elementary school teacher. I’m passionate about building meaningful, trusting relationships with children to support their emotional growth and well-being. My counselling approach is client-centered, relational, and strengths-based. I work closely with families to create consistent, supportive environments where children feel safe, heard, and empowered. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and a Bachelor of Education from the University of British Columbia.
We are currently working in person on the North Shore and virtually across BC.
What clients are saying
“Thank you so much for the love and dedication Marnie. Your help is invaluable.”
“Marnie has been able to reach our child and help reconnect her to us. Our time with her has been invaluable.”
“Marnie has been wonderful. She quickly developed a rapport with our kiddo and taught her emotional language that she could easily use to relate how she was feeling. Marnie helped our daughter develop strategies for dealing with her most difficult emotions and was able to turn her whole outlook around over just a summer. She has been able to overcome behavioural difficulties that had been hampering her for years.”
“We are truly thankful. Our child is so much happier and very reasonable with disappointments, it’s so wonderful and relieving for us. Her whole path has completely changed and it’s glorious.”
“Marnie was such a help to our family, when my preteen daughter, with ASD was feeling overwhelmed by anxiety. Marnie quickly developed a positive rapport with my daughter, which allowed her to freely express herself without feeling judged. Because of Marnie’s experience working in the school setting as a counselor, she has great insight to the challenges youth often face at school. Each week, she provided a variety of art mediums for my daughter to explore that tapped into her specific passions and interests. At the end session, my daughter left feeling more positive, often equipped with new strategies or ways of looking at a difficult situation. I feel Marnie truly took the time to understand my daughter’s unique needs and challenges, while connecting with our family in a caring, respectful way. I would highly recommend her counselling services. “
“Working with Marnie and her team has been a truly transformative experience for our whole family. What started as support for one of our children quickly became a space where we all felt seen, heard, and supported. Her team helped us understand our needs in a deeper way, and also gave us practical tools to communicate more effectively, manage emotions, and reconnect as a family. We never felt judged—only guided with warmth and compassion.“
Join Marnie’s Monday Moms Group (Of course, all parents are welcome!)
A Weekly Virtual Group for Parents of Anxious Young Children
Parenting a young child who struggles with anxiety can be challenging. It can be hard to know when to reassure, when to encourage, and how to help your child face their worries without adding to their anxiety.
Monday Moms Group is a supportive weekly virtual group for parents of young children experiencing anxiety, worry, fears, or difficulty managing uncertainty. Together, we’ll talk about what anxiety can look like in children, explore practical strategies you can use at home, and share the challenges and successes that come with supporting an anxious child.
The group will also provide an opportunity to connect with other parents who may be navigating similar experiences.
Mondays at 10:00 a.m. | Virtual
Interested in joining or learning more? Please get in touch with Marnie to inquire about the group and upcoming start dates.
Come join Marnie’s Parent Support Group for Caregivers of Neurodiverse Children & Youth
This monthly support group is designed for parents and caregivers of neurodiverse children and youth. This group offers a warm, compassionate space to connect with others who truly understand the unique joys and challenges of raising neurodivergent kids.Together, we explore topics such as navigating school, IEPs, managing stress and burnout, building routines, supporting sibling relationships, and finding ways to celebrate growth along the way. As both a Registered Clinical Counsellor and a parent of a neurodiverse child myself, I bring a blend of professional insight and lived experience to the group. Whether you’re looking for practical tools, emotional support, or simply a sense of community, you are welcome here.
Supervision for Registered Clinical Counsellors with Marnie
As an Accredited Clinical Supervisor (ACS), I offer supervision to Registered Clinical Counsellors (RCCs) in both individual and group formats. My approach is supportive, collaborative, and focused on helping clinicians grow their skills while ensuring the best outcomes for their clients. In addition to one-on-one supervision, I facilitate a monthly group supervision session where RCCs come together in a fun, engaging, and collegial environment to share, learn, and support one another. If you’re looking for a Clinical Supervisor, please don’t hesitate to reach out—I’d be happy to discuss what format might best suit your needs.
Contact Us
New clients can reach us by emailing batesmarnie@gmail.com or calling 778-866-8434. Whether you have questions about our approach or are ready to book, I’m happy to help find the right fit for you.
Warmly,
Marnie Bates
Registered Clinical Counsellor – Approved Clinical Supervisor
Licence 14005 – BCACC