I’m Bethany MacGillivray, a Registered Clinical Counsellor, Registered Canadian Art Therapist and Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner. I offer counselling for adults in Port Moody and online across BC.
My journey to becoming a therapist began in the corporate world, where I found success but not fulfillment. Feeling the pull toward helping others, I made the bold decision to return to graduate school and earn a Master's in Counselling Psychology and Art Therapy. Since then, I've been able to align my work with what matters most to me: supporting others through meaningful, evidence-informed care.
My background allows me to combine traditional therapeutic practices with the power of creativity and somatic awareness to help you navigate life’s challenges.
After years of feeling burnt out and stressed in the corporate world, I returned to school as a mature student. This shift was life-changing, setting me on the path to my true calling.
Losing my father taught me how grief shows up in unexpected ways. I understand how loss affects us, and I bring this compassion to my work with clients.
My journey with a back injury has taught me how to slow down and treat my body with kindness. We can explore what balance and self-kindness mean for you.
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My approach is integrative, which means I draw on different ways of working rather than following one fixed framework. Conversation, creative expression and somatic awareness can come together in different proportions, depending on your needs and interests. Some sessions may centre on talking; others may include noticing physical sensations or exploring something through art. You don’t need artistic experience or to choose an approach before beginning.
I bring warmth, curiosity and my own presence into our work together, with room for humour and moments of lightness. I offer questions, reflections and practical support while making space for the conversation to unfold. Together, we’ll find a balance between structure and exploration, working at your pace and checking in about what feels helpful.
My training in counselling, art therapy and Somatic Experiencing® informs my practice. I also draw on principles from positive psychology and Internal Family Systems where they fit our work together. I continue to develop my knowledge of ADHD through professional education.
Learn more about counselling and psychotherapy in Port Moody and online across BC, including the areas I support and what to expect.
Here are two ways of working that inform my practice. We can draw on them alongside conversation, depending on your needs and interests.
Art therapy offers another way to explore thoughts, feelings and experiences, especially when words are hard to find. We may use art materials alongside conversation, paying attention to what comes up during the process.
No artistic experience is needed. We can follow your curiosity and comfort, with room to talk, create or move between the two.
Somatic Experiencing® is an approach that brings attention to how stress and difficult experiences can show up in the body. In sessions, we may slow down and notice sensations, emotions and responses—alongside your thoughts and the experiences you want to explore.
We work gradually, with choice about what you notice and share. Somatic awareness can be woven into conversation or creative work; it doesn’t need to be the focus of every session.
I support adults with body image and food challenges, women diagnosed with ADHD in adulthood, and anxiety, stress and burnout. Self-esteem, self-compassion, identity, life transitions and grief can be part of this work. ADHD is a growing focus in my practice. I do not provide ADHD diagnostic assessments or medication management.
Exploring your relationship with food and your body, with room for self-compassion.
Understanding what keeps you feeling stretched thin, with room for rest and boundaries.
Making sense of a later diagnosis and what it means for your identity and daily life.
Support with self-worth, identity and questions about your direction in life and work.
You can read more about these areas and what working together can look like on my counselling page.
Soul Flow Therapy is an inclusive and affirming space, welcoming people of all identities, backgrounds, and lived experiences. While I don’t specialize in 2SLGBTQIA+ counselling, I am committed to offering a safe, supportive environment for all clients — and I’m always happy to connect you with trusted referrals if that feels important.
Therapy isn’t just about techniques; it’s about the relationship. Building trust, feeling safe, and being heard are at the heart of the healing process. My focus is on creating a space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and challenges without judgment. Together, we’ll shape a personalized path to healing that honours your unique needs and goals.
For seventeen years, London was my partner, my colleague, and the heart of this practice.
A big, gentle black cat — affectionately known as "Londie" or "Boo-bear" — London was more than a companion. He was a quiet, constant presence in the room: purring on the green couch, settling near clients who needed grounding, offering the kind of unhurried, non-judgmental company that words sometimes cannot.
He stepped back from the office in his last year, and died in May 2026. I'm grateful to everyone who knew him here. The photos on this page are how he is remembered — curious, calm, and entirely himself.
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