Our Team
We bring over 20 years experience and training to our counselling practice. Our therapists hold a minimum of a Masters level of education in Psychology and are certified with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association, BC Association of Clinical Counsellors, and/or British Columbia College of Social Workers.
Heather Bach MA, CCC
Clinical Director
Language: English
With 25 years of experience, Heather Bach is an expert Clinical Director who uses trauma-informed, solution-focused methods (EMDR, CBT) to help couples and individuals manage relationships, anxiety, and trauma.
Diego Ferrero MA, CCC
Clinical Counsellor
Language: English & Spanish
Diego Ferrero is a bilingual (English/Spanish) Clinical Counsellor with 20 years of experience helping adults and youth address anxiety, addiction, and transgender transition issues using CBT, DBT, and Solution-Focused therapy.
Kelly Kuppers MA, RCC
Clinical Counsellor
Language: English
Kelly is a highly experienced clinical counsellor who leverages a trauma-informed approach (EMDR, CBT) to empower youth and adults dealing with anxiety, addiction, and neurodiverse conditions (ADHD/autism) to achieve well-being and improved self-esteem.
Kristofer Scott MA, RCC
Clinical Counsellor
Language: English
Kristofer, an expert clinical counsellor and former educator, provides goal-oriented, integrative care, leveraging EMDR and CBT from a trauma-informed lens to unlock profound healing for anxiety and attachment issues.
Neelu Din MA, CCC
Clinical Counsellor
Language: English & Hindi
Neelu Din is a bilingual (English/Hindi) Clinical Counsellor specializing in complex trauma and relationships, who utilizes EFT, Somatic Experiencing, and CBT within a culturally responsive framework to foster deep healing for individuals, couples, and children.
Anna Khokhlova MA, RCC
Clinical Counsellor
Language: English & Russian
Anna Khokhlova is a bilingual (English/Russian) Clinical Counsellor specializing in trauma-informed, integrative therapy (Somatic, CBT, ACT) to help youth, young adults, and immigrants navigate life transitions, anxiety, and achieve independence.
Cath Blythe MA, RCC
Clinical Counsellor
Language: English
A Registered Clinical Counsellor with her Masters of Counselling Psychology, Cath assists couples and individuals in identifying barriers to and establishing healthy relationships. She counsels individuals and couples through transitions, postpartum complications, relationship challenges, anxiety and depression using evidence based modalities.
With several years in community nursing, prenatal, postpartum and parenting education and midwifery in Australia, Cath has a strong background in working with youth and families, and has worked extensively in sexual health education.
Cath brings lived experience of parenting three young adults to her work. With authenticity she provides a safe and inclusive space. With evidence-based approaches, Cath is trained in Gottman Therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) along with a mindful and solution focused approach with a trauma informed lens. She is thrilled to join the Bach Counselling Group in a clinical counselling role.
Claudine Gayton MA, CCC
Clinical Counsellor
Language: English
Claudine works with both individuals and couples navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, ADHD and parenting difficulties. Utilizing evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and the Gottman Method, she empowers clients to gain self-awareness, build resilience, and develop effective skills and strategies for better mental health. Claudine’s therapeutic approach focuses on helping clients cultivate inner calm while balancing the demands of school, work, and daily life.
With a strong understanding of modern parenting challenges, Claudine brings both professional expertise and personal insight to clients. As a mother of two teenagers, she has firsthand experience navigating the intricacies of family dynamics, career pressures, and midlife transitions. This unique perspective enhances her ability to connect with and support clients facing similar life stages and challenges.
With a Masters in Counselling Psychology, Claudine is dedicated to continuous professional growth. Her commitment to ongoing learning ensures that clients receive up-to-date, effective therapeutic support. Claudine offers a compassionate, skilled approach to helping clients overcome obstacles and achieve personal growth.
If you’re seeking improved coping strategies, enhanced self-understanding, and the skills necessary to foster healthier relationships with yourself and others, Claudine is here to help you.
Aaron Henry MA
Intern Counsellor
Language: English
Aaron Henry is currently completing his Master’s in Counselling Psychology at the University of British Columbia. He also holds both a Master’s and PhD from the University of Oxford and the University of Toronto. With a background in philosophy and cognitive science, specializing in attention and motivation, Aaron works with youth and adults facing a wide range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, perfectionism, low self-esteem, disordered eating, ADHD, relationship issues, life transitions, and existential concerns related to meaning, belonging, and identity.
Aaron integrates Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and mindfulness, all through a client-centered, trauma-informed, and anti-oppressive lens. He is deeply committed to creating a collaborative and nonjudgmental space for individuals from all backgrounds. Aaron also brings experience in caregiving for individuals with disabilities, including brain injuries, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and bipolar disorder.
At the core of Aaron’s therapeutic approach is working with the parts of ourselves that we might perceive as obstacles. By fostering self-compassion and integration, he helps clients achieve greater clarity, internal harmony, and emotional connectedness with others.
Aaron is excited to be completing his graduate internship with Bach Counselling!
Lucia Chuan
Intern Counsellor
Language: English & Portuguese
Lucia counsels those dealing with emotional challenges including anxiety, depression, identity development, perfectionism, postpartum experiences, and the complexities of parenthood and immigration. Whether you’re dealing with life transitions, balancing multiple roles, identities, and cultural expectations, Lucia is here to assist you.
Lucia integrates Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based strategies, and emotion-focused work. Being trauma-informed, Lucia collaborates closely with clients to clarify their goals for counselling fostering resilience, self-awareness, and a stronger sense of connection to themselves and others in a culturally sensitive manner.
Being a mother of two and previously being an early childhood educator, Lucia brings both professional insight and lived experience to her work with individuals navigating family life and personal transitions. Her lived experiences further informs her empathy for those adjusting to new environments, whether in family roles, life stages, or cultural contexts.
Lucia is currently completing her Master’s in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University and is pleased to be with the Bach Counselling for her clinical internship.
If you’re seeking meaningful change, clarity, and connection, Lucia is here to walk alongside you in your healing journey.
Jodi Derkson
Intern Counsellor
Language: English
Jodi counsels youth and adults through anxiety, depression, and life transitions, helping them achieve a greater sense of well-being. Utilizing evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness Therapy, Jodi empowers clients to enhance interpersonal communication skills, resolve conflicts, and develop more effective coping strategies for life’s stressors.
Passionate about supporting individuals and families, Jodi helps clients build self-awareness, strengthen relationships, and navigate life’s complexities with resilience and confidence. With many years of experience as an educator and a Master of Education degree holder, she has a strong foundation in mental health-centered education.
Currently completing her second master’s degree in Counselling Psychology with Bach Counselling Group, Jodi skillfully guides clients through social-emotional learning and personal growth, fostering a deeper sense of well-being. She is a strong advocate for healthy relationships, helping clients establish clear boundaries and practice assertive communication.
Jodi brings empathy and compassion to each session, creating a trusting environment where meaningful personal growth can flourish. Jodi is excited to be completing her graduate internship with Bach Counselling!
Romy Blumberg
Intern Counsellor
Language: English
Romy Blumberg offers evidence-informed counselling to youth, and young adults navigating anxiety, life’s transitions and challenges. With a background as a qualified teacher and extensive experience in both educational and community settings with youth, Romy brings a deep understanding of developmental and relational dynamics to her work with clients.
Romy integrates Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, and self-compassion-focused therapy with a clear focus on client goals. She works with clients to address issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, immigration stress, parenting concerns, and relationship difficulties.
Within the safe therapeutic space clients feel heard, understood, and develop new and improved relationship with self and other, more assertive communication skills and positive behaviour change. Her style is warm, personalized, and goal-oriented—helping clients identify strengths, overcome obstacles, and move toward meaningful change and greater self-confidence.
Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or in need of a space to reflect on and identify your issues and solutions, Romy welcomes you with ease and reassurance.
Romy is currently completing her graduate internship at Bach Counselling Group and is accepting new clients.
Now booking availability Sundays, Mondays and Wednesdays.
Sasha Astudillo
Intern Counsellor
Language: English & Conversational Tagalog
Sasha provides compassionate, evidence-informed counselling to youth and adults seeking meaningful change and support through life’s challenges. With extensive experience working with individuals with physical disabilities and neurodivergent clients—including those with ADHD, autism, and learning disabilities—Sasha leads with a strengths-based approach and deep respect for each person’s lived experience.
She primarily supports clients navigating anxiety, depression, school or workplace stress, life transitions, and immigration or acculturation challenges. Integrating Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, mindfulness practices, and a trauma-informed lens, Sasha creates a warm, steady environment where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered to build self-awareness, resilience, and meaningful emotional and behavioural change.
Sasha’s background spans the K–12 and post-secondary systems, where she provided accessibility support, behavioural intervention, and student assistance. Her experience includes assessing barriers to learning, advocating within complex systems, developing accommodations, and collaborating with students, parents, and professionals. These roles allow her to bring practical, informed, and collaborative guidance to clients navigating systems that may not always feel accessible or equitable.
With her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of British Columbia, over six years of experience working with educational systems, special needs and learning differences, and autism education, Sasha is currently completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. She’s pleased to be completing her graduate internship with Bach Counselling Group.
Sasha is welcoming new clients and is a strong fit for individuals seeking a supportive, skills based, empathetic, and collaborative counsellor.
