Bio

Tyler Milley, BSc, MA, RCC-ACS

Registered Clinical Counsellor - Approved Clinical Supervisor

I was born and raised on the North Shore of Vancouver, but somehow, I never owned a mountain bike. In a way, that small detail captures something about me in that I find freedom on the outside of typical. As the third of four kids, I didn’t realize until much later how unusual my fascination with people was. As a child, I’d lie awake at night, replaying moments from my day and trying to make sense of the things others did that I didn’t quite understand. I’d imagine their motivations and wonder what made them do what they did in an attempt to understand why I did what I did. In high school and university, I often traded sleep and letter grades for long, meandering conversations about life, people, and the mysteries of human connection.

Collectively, I’ve spent years of my life in many parts of the world—Brazil, England, India, South Africa—and each place has only deepened my love for people. The family of five my wife and I have created represents four distinct cultural backgrounds, and being part of the adoptive community has given me a profound appreciation for different cultures, orientations, and the myriad ways families are formed. These experiences have shaped me, fostering a deep respect for the diversity that makes us all so uniquely human.

I am fully affirming of the LGBTQ2S+ community and routinely support those who have experienced non-affirming families or communities. I also support those of all orientations experiencing deconstruction from various faith traditions.

I'm registered with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (#2886), and hold both a Bachelor of Science degree and a Master of Counselling Psychology degree from The University of British Columbia. I'm also a Gottman Level 2 trained marriage therapist and an Approved Clinical Supervisor for both newly registered and experienced counsellors.

I began my counselling practice in 2007 at the Able Developmental Clinic supporting neurodiverse and neurotypical individuals, couples, and families. This experience gifted me most of what I’ve learned about ADHD, ASD, and other unique ways of seeing the world. In 2020 I moved my practice online from home and discovered it suits me and my family very well.

In 2022, I co-founded Launchpad Counselling with Peter La Grand to help match people seeking counselling with a curated network of effective and available therapists, and to help new therapists start a private practice. You can learn more about it here.

In my free time I like to run, fish, feed the chickens, watch standup comedy, and wonder what my life would have been like if I had discovered coffee before the age of 45.

“Fear is the cheapest room in the house. I would like to see you living in better conditions.”

-Hafez

My Therapeutic Approach

Client-centered / Alliance-focused

As a therapist, my approach is deeply relational and grounded in genuine connection. I believe that the therapeutic relationship itself is one of the most powerful tools for healing and growth. From the very first session, my focus is on creating a space where you feel safe, seen, and fully heard—without judgment. I’m warm, engaged, and present with my clients, and I work to build a sense of trust and comfort that allows us to explore what really matters to you.

I take a client-centered approach, meaning your needs, pace, and goals guide the work we do together. While I bring clinical expertise, I also show up as a real person in the room—curious, compassionate, and collaborative. Sometimes our conversations will be existential, sometimes tapping into our unconscious, and sometimes very pragmatic.

In my practice, I use many proven methods from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy while maintaining both Family Systems and Attachment perspectives. This ensures that I understand you within your context and that any changes you make are sustainable within your family and cultural structure.

Neurodiversity

Individuals

I work with neurodiverse individuals to support self-understanding, emotional regulation, and authentic self-expression. Whether navigating the challenges of autism, ADHD, or other neurodivergent experiences, my approach is strengths-based and affirming. I provide a nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their identities, build coping tools, and develop strategies that align with how their brains work—rather than forcing them to fit into neurotypical expectations. Together, we work toward greater self-compassion, improved relationships, and a sense of agency in daily life.

Parents

For parents, I offer a compassionate space to navigate the complexities of parenting neurodiverse children, . I support parents of kids with autism, ADHD, and other neurodivergent traits by providing tools for communication, regulation, and advocacy. My approach blends mindfulness, psychoeducation, and practical strategies to strengthen connection and confidence. Rather than aiming to "fix" the child, I focus on empowering parents and fostering growth, resilience, and harmony so that every member of the family has a complete experience of dignity.

Partners

I support individuals whose partners are neurodiverse, helping them navigate the complexities of neurodivergent-neurotypical relationships with greater understanding, empathy, and communication. I offer a space to explore how neurodiversity shapes your dynamic - without blame or judgment - so that together, we can build emotional clarity, set healthy boundaries, and develop tools for connection that honour both partners’ needs.

Couples

As a Gottman Level 2 trained couples therapist, I work with partners who are struggling to stay connected—often feeling stuck in cycles of conflict, disconnection, or emotional distance. Using evidence-based tools, I help couples understand what’s really going on beneath the surface, improve how they communicate, and rebuild trust over time. My approach is direct, compassionate, and realistic. I don’t offer quick fixes, but I do support couples in doing the real, sometimes difficult work of growing together - or making the difficult decision to separate - with honesty and care.