Lawrence Stoyanowski – M.Sc., M.F.T., R.C.C., C.G.T.

M.Sc. (Master of Science): A graduate-level academic degree focused on scientific study, research methods, and evidence-based practice. In counselling, it typically indicates advanced training in psychology, mental health, or behavioural science.

M.F.T. (Marriage and Family Therapist [Master’s Level Training]): A specialized graduate degree or designation in Marriage and Family Therapy, focused on systems theory, couple therapy, family dynamics, and relational interventions.

R.C.C. (Registered Clinical Counsellor): A professional designation in British Columbia granted by the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC).
- It confirms the clinician meets requirements in:
  - Graduate-level counselling or psychology education
  - Supervised clinical practice
  - Ethical and professional standards

C.G.T. (Certified Gottman Therapist): An advanced certification from The Gottman Institute indicating extensive training in:
- Gottman Method Couples Therapy
- Relationship assessment
- Evidence-based interventions for conflict, communication, and connection
- It is a high-level, specialized credential requiring rigorous supervision and clinical evaluation.

Lawrence has been practicing marriage and family, and individual therapy since 1991, after receiving his degree from one of the top 5 Marriage and Family Therapy Programs in the world, Loma Linda University. He is co-owner of Bestmarriages.com and Affinity Counseling Services and co-founder of Lighthouse Therapeutic Services.

After being certified in the Gottman Method of Couples Therapy it became a passion of his to use this approach with clients to help integrate the principles and skills into their relationships. He has been described by clients as being straight forward, vibrant, energetic, and action-orientated. He creates a positive, comfortable, and humour-filled, environment which is conducive to learning. He finds it so gratifying to see couples and individuals become excited about their lives, relationships, and futures. He offers a wide range of services, which include Marriage and Family Therapy, Communication Skills, Stress Management, Depression and Anxiety Management, Conflict Resolution, Esteem Issues, Collaborative Law Coach and Grief Recovery.

With his experience, he holds a number of titles at The Gottman Institute which include being a Certified Gottman Therapist, Certified Gottman ASL presenter, Level 1,2,3 Gottman Method Trainer, Gottman Consultant and ASL Presenter Trainer. He has been designated as one of only 13 Certified Gottman Therapists in the world who are specifically endorsed by the Gottman Institute to teach level 3, as well as being one of 13 presenters on The Gottman Institute’s Speaker’s Bureau.

He holds a deep commitment and interest in the local community. Through the years he has had the privilege to sit on several boards and committees in the Langley area. He has a strong desire to help people overcome challenges, take control of their lives and realize their full potential.

When not working or being active in the community He enjoys spending time and travelling with his best friends which are his wife and two daughters – and playing golf with his buddies.