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Raise Confident, Resilient Kids with Wellspring Counselling in BC
Parenting is one of life’s greatest responsibilities—and one of its most emotionally demanding roles. Many parents want to give their child the best possible start, yet find themselves feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or pulled between conflicting expectations. Stress, exhaustion, and our own past experiences can quietly shape how we respond, even when our intentions are loving and thoughtful.
Whether you’re navigating behaviour challenges, emotional regulation, parenting stress, or questions about boundaries and connection, counselling can provide a supportive space to reflect, learn, and grow as a parent.
At Wellspring Counselling, we offer compassionate, evidence-based parenting support in Vancouver and across British Columbia. Our top-rated Registered Clinical Counsellors help parents understand the emotional and relational dynamics influencing their parenting, develop practical strategies that fit their family, and strengthen the parent–child connection in ways that feel authentic and sustainable.
Founded in 2016, Wellspring operates under the leadership of Alistair Gordon, Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), UBC Adjunct Professor, published author, and developer of CorMorphosis™ Psychotherapy.
We primarily offer online counselling and psychotherapy across Vancouver and British Columbia, making parenting support accessible wherever you are.
Clients Say
Mr. Gordon is someone that captures the spirit and the heart of active engagement. He is empathic, genuine and incorporates action and creative problem solving into his practice. I have no hesitation in recommending Mr. Gordon as an effective career and personal counsellor.
I had no experience with therapy and was unsure of the whole process. Alistair made everything very accessible and unintimidating. It was clear that he puts quite a lot of effort and preparation into every session. I'm so glad that I decided to do this, and could not have asked for a better person to help me with this. I would highly recommend Alistair to anyone who has ever thought that they might benefit from talking to a professional.
I am a young professional which for a long time now, has struggled with anxiety, insecurity, and difficulty in finding effective life coping mechanisms. Alistair was referred to me by a friend and upon the first meeting, I found Alistair to be empathetic, compassionate and intuitive. I have now been seeing Alistair regularly for 6 months and through that time my anxiety has significantly decreased, I have found effective methods of dealing with stress, found support dealing with identity issues, as well as finding inner strength to get through a tough break up. Alistair again and again, went the extra mile -thank you Alistair for your candor, openness and a safe space to get support. Thank you for playing such a large role in keeping me healthy and positive.
I have been working with Alistair Gordon as my counsellor at Wellspring for almost 6 months now and cannot begin to tell you how far I have come with his help. I have tried working with other counsellors and therapists in the past but never really found one that clicked for me. I always felt judged, unsupported, and rushed at those appointments until I booked my first appointment with Wellspring and with Allistair. To anyone on the fence about booking an appointment or engaging in therapy: if you are willing to do the work, you couldn't ask for a better partner in your healing journey.
When I decided to find a counsellor, I tried to find someone that I could relate to, someone that is like-minded and down-to-earth and with Alistair I really found the right person. He uses an integrative approach, showed me techniques to relax and get aware of my emotions, and helped me see things in a new perspective. Of course this is an ongoing process but I enjoy meeting and working with Alistair every time. The downtown office is a very neutral place - not too intimate, not too clinical - which is helpful to overcome apprehension, especially the first couple of times. What I find remarkable is that Alistair almost always knows what I'm trying to say, even if I can't put it into words. Working with Alistair helped me a lot and it was the right decision to put my trust in him.
Alistair really cares about you the person, and I could really feel him trying to tackle my challenges. He was also very available for off-session contact via text and email. I think he did a great job with confronting me where I needed it. Alistair always could remember the important peoples' names in my personal life, which really helped with talking about my problems. I really felt like I was talking to a friend.
Alistair is an awesome counsellor. He has been so helpful in working with me through some tough times in my life. He's always been available to chat with me in-between sessions. I'd recommend Alistair to anyone - he's really the ideal counsellor in my view.
I enjoy how sessions are collaborative where I can take the lead for the direction of what we talk about, and at the same time I know that Alistair will offer helpful guidance and insight along the way. I also like how we focus on the future instead of just the past. I find this to be empowering and helpful to move forward in life.
Alistair is an awesome counsellor. He has been so helpful in working with me through some tough times in my life. He's always been available to chat with me in-between sessions. I'd recommend Alistair to anyone - he's really the ideal counsellor in my view.
I have always felt very comfortable with Alistair. He has a calming presence, and you can tell he cares about being the best counsellor for you. He helps you with all aspects of your concern, and is always able to help me find a solution to the problem I'm having.
Alistair is an exceptionally talented counsellor and has always demonstrated strong ethics, great compassion, wisdom and respect for others. I highly recommend him as a counselling practitioner.
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Parenting can bring up uncertainty, self-doubt, and old patterns—especially when you care deeply about doing things well. With the right support, it’s possible to better understand what’s shaping your responses, strengthen your connection with your child, and parent in ways that feel calmer, clearer, and more aligned with your values.
👉 Book Your Free Consultation to explore whether parenting counselling at Wellspring is the right fit for you and your family.
You may find these parenting-focused resources helpful:
For those interested in further reading, these books are often helpful for parents exploring emotional connection and regulation:
Parenting from the Inside Out — Daniel J. Siegel
No-Drama Discipline — Daniel J. Siegel
The Whole-Brain Child — Daniel J. Siegel
You can explore the full range of counselling services and therapeutic approaches available at Wellspring, if you need additional support.