Virtual therapy in BC for individuals and couples — supporting you to attend to your nervous system, heal relational wounds, and honour the wisdom of your body.

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Welcome to Leaning Tree Therapy!

I'm Lauren Gelfer, a Registered Clinical Counsellor and relational somatic therapist. I work with individuals and couples in British Columbia — virtually, from wherever you feel most comfortable — to help you move through relational wounds and struggles with more ease and connection.

My approach blends nervous system regulation, attachment theory, and somatic awareness. Together, we don't just talk about what's going on — we work with the body-mind-heart connection to get to the root of what's keeping you stuck, so you can heal in a lasting way.

I especially love supporting people navigating:

  • Relationship and communication challenges (individual or couples)

  • Attachment wounds and relational trauma

  • Anxiety, depression, and emotional dysregulation

  • Honouring the path that feels most aligned in life

  • Chronic pain, endometriosis, and body-related struggles

  • Life transitions, identity shifts, and self-doubt

  • People-pleasing and other adaptive strategies

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‍ How it Works:

1. Reach Out - Book a free 15-minute video consultation to see if we're a good fit — this is an opportunity for me to learn more about what type of support you’re looking for and to share more about my approach.

2. Get Started - We'll schedule your first session and start to care for the pieces that need the most attending to.

3. Heal & Grow Together - we'll work at your pace — reconnecting you with your body, your voice, and your truth.

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