John Cooper
- Virtual
- In-person
Works With
- Adults
- Elderly and Aging
- LGBTQ2+
Availability
- Mornings
- Daytime
- Evenings
Specialties
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Compassion Focused Therapy
- EFT
- IFS
- Mindfulness Based Therapy
- PTSD
- Relationships
- Self-Esteem
John Cooper
Registered Therapeutic Counsellor
Hi, I’m John. Like many of the people I work with, I’ve had seasons in my own life where I felt stuck in patterns I couldn’t quite name — repeating the same dynamics, pushing harder but not getting different results. That personal experience deepened my respect for how hard change really is, and how possible it becomes when we’re not doing it alone. I’m a therapist who helps people understand why they feel stuck, why certain patterns keep repeating, and what it actually takes to create real change.
I work with adults, couples, and individuals who want something deeper: clarity, connection, confidence, direction. Sometimes that means untangling long-standing relationship cycles. Sometimes it means making sense of ADHD wiring and learning how to work with it rather than fighting yourself every day. Sometimes it’s about rebuilding after heartbreak, or finally confronting the emotional weight you’ve been carrying alone.
My approach is warm, straightforward, and genuinely collaborative. I don’t sit back and nod while you talk in circles — I’m engaged, I’m present, and I’m with you in the work. I’ll push when it helps, I’ll slow things down when it matters, and I’ll help you notice the things you’ve been too close to see.
Underneath all of it, I believe this: You’re not broken. You’re not “failing.” You’re running patterns that made sense once — and it’s time to write new ones.
Whether you’re navigating a relationship that’s lost its rhythm, managing the intensity of an ADHD mind, or trying to reconnect with yourself after a rough season of life, you don’t have to figure it out alone.
If you want therapy that’s honest, practical, and actually helpful — I’m here for it.
Therapy Modalities
- EFT – Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy
- IFS – Internal Family System Trained Counsellor
- ADHD Specialist
Why Choose
Terra Counselling?
We believe therapy should be:

Understanding Your Needs
We begin by listening closely to your story and understanding your unique needs. This initial step allows us to tailor therapy to your specific goals, challenges, and circumstances, ensuring you feel heard and supported from the very start.

Personalized Treatment Plan
Based on your individual needs, we create a customized treatment plan using evidence-based therapies like IFS (Internal Family System) Therapy, EMDR, and Somatic practices. Our goal is to address the root causes of your concerns, fostering long-term healing and personal growth.

Ongoing Support & Growth
As you progress, we offer continuous support and guidance, helping you navigate challenges and celebrate milestones. Therapy at Terra Counselling is an evolving journey, where we adjust our approach as needed to help you achieve lasting change.