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Amy Chiasson
Counsellor, MA, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V5K  (Online Only)
It is my belief that as humans we are biologically wired to heal; each of us already holds the internal resources needed to grow and thrive. As a counsellor, I would be honoured to walk alongside you as a guide in uncovering these resources, offering warmth and a grounding presence alongside evidence-based interventions to assist you on this journey. I offer an integrated approach to counselling, utilizing attachment-based, emotion-focused, and body-based practices alongside internal parts work in my practice. I believe it is important to create space for the body, mind, and spirit to be present in our work together.
It is my belief that as humans we are biologically wired to heal; each of us already holds the internal resources needed to grow and thrive. As a counsellor, I would be honoured to walk alongside you as a guide in uncovering these resources, offering warmth and a grounding presence alongside evidence-based interventions to assist you on this journey. I offer an integrated approach to counselling, utilizing attachment-based, emotion-focused, and body-based practices alongside internal parts work in my practice. I believe it is important to create space for the body, mind, and spirit to be present in our work together.
(438) 834-3141 View (438) 834-3141
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Venturous Counselling
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V5Z
You know the best way out is always through...but "through" is HARD, especially when you're experiencing painful emotions and you're not sure where to start. So let us help you through. Breaking free from deeply-rooted self-doubt, anxiety, body image concerns, relational conflicts, and struggling self-worth isn't something you need to do alone. We've got you! You'll fit right in with us if you're ready to change your relationship with yourself, to really get to know who you are, and finally heal from the patterns that are holding you back.
You know the best way out is always through...but "through" is HARD, especially when you're experiencing painful emotions and you're not sure where to start. So let us help you through. Breaking free from deeply-rooted self-doubt, anxiety, body image concerns, relational conflicts, and struggling self-worth isn't something you need to do alone. We've got you! You'll fit right in with us if you're ready to change your relationship with yourself, to really get to know who you are, and finally heal from the patterns that are holding you back.
(647) 557-5942 View (647) 557-5942
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Turning Point Therapy
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V6C
We are a group of psychotherapists who are committed to providing you with a safe and accepting space where together we can find what matters to you, to find your energy for life and connection to self. We work together to increase your strength and resilience to deal with life's uncertainty, frustrations and disappointments. Painful experiences will at times be in our lives and when we can tolerate and move through them the easier life is. Our job is to create a safe space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviour. Experience has shown us that human connection and understanding are the conditions for change.
We are a group of psychotherapists who are committed to providing you with a safe and accepting space where together we can find what matters to you, to find your energy for life and connection to self. We work together to increase your strength and resilience to deal with life's uncertainty, frustrations and disappointments. Painful experiences will at times be in our lives and when we can tolerate and move through them the easier life is. Our job is to create a safe space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviour. Experience has shown us that human connection and understanding are the conditions for change.
(855) 912-7733 View (855) 912-7733
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Elyse Eden
Pre-Licensed Professional, MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V6K
The human experience can sometimes provide challenges along the way and it's natural to feel a little stuck or disconnected at times. We might come across feelings of shame, unworthiness, overwhelm, loneliness, frustration with what life has thrown at us and we don’t know where to turn. Through genuine warmth, compassion & presence, I try to cultivate a soft landing place for my clients so they don’t have to struggle with life’s circumstances on their own. While my roots are in AEDP & IFS, I use a holistic, trauma-informed, collaborative approach where I welcome all diverse parts of my clients to be witnessed in the light with me.
The human experience can sometimes provide challenges along the way and it's natural to feel a little stuck or disconnected at times. We might come across feelings of shame, unworthiness, overwhelm, loneliness, frustration with what life has thrown at us and we don’t know where to turn. Through genuine warmth, compassion & presence, I try to cultivate a soft landing place for my clients so they don’t have to struggle with life’s circumstances on their own. While my roots are in AEDP & IFS, I use a holistic, trauma-informed, collaborative approach where I welcome all diverse parts of my clients to be witnessed in the light with me.
(587) 871-5625 View (587) 871-5625
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Chelsea McGowan
Counsellor, MCP, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V5Y
Waitlist for new clients
I work alongside clients who feel disconnected from others or themselves, but can't seem to push through the barriers of what it is that they are unsatisfied with; with people who want more out of their relationship with themselves, others, and life. My clients often talk about their emotions as being too big or having conflicting parts within. I focus on finding not only strategies, but understanding and insight into past experiences - enabling to not only manage your experiences but feel deep fulfillment as well. As you understand the early experiences that shaped you, we then have choices over who you want to be moving forward.
I work alongside clients who feel disconnected from others or themselves, but can't seem to push through the barriers of what it is that they are unsatisfied with; with people who want more out of their relationship with themselves, others, and life. My clients often talk about their emotions as being too big or having conflicting parts within. I focus on finding not only strategies, but understanding and insight into past experiences - enabling to not only manage your experiences but feel deep fulfillment as well. As you understand the early experiences that shaped you, we then have choices over who you want to be moving forward.
(365) 363-1312 View (365) 363-1312
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Marcia Stacey
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V6E
I work with people struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, trauma, low self-esteem and life transitions. This can include any problematic emotions or problems that have become barriers to achieving happiness and well-being. My intention is to provide a safe and open space where you can be witnessed for who you are and your experiences.
I work with people struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, trauma, low self-esteem and life transitions. This can include any problematic emotions or problems that have become barriers to achieving happiness and well-being. My intention is to provide a safe and open space where you can be witnessed for who you are and your experiences.
(506) 808-5121 View (506) 808-5121
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Geborgen Therapy & Consulting
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V5V
Welcome! Therapy is a place to learn about yourself, your relationships, and how past experiences have impacted you. Are you constantly feeling worried and overwhelmed? Do you feel sad and overcome by negative thoughts? Do you feel disconnected from your partner? Are you grieving a loss? Do you struggle with anxiety and/or depression? I work with clients who are struggling with common life challenges and transitions and want to learn ways to cope, manage their stress, and feel better. My goal is to create a space where you can talk about how you are doing without feeling judged and feel empowered on your own journey of healing.
Welcome! Therapy is a place to learn about yourself, your relationships, and how past experiences have impacted you. Are you constantly feeling worried and overwhelmed? Do you feel sad and overcome by negative thoughts? Do you feel disconnected from your partner? Are you grieving a loss? Do you struggle with anxiety and/or depression? I work with clients who are struggling with common life challenges and transitions and want to learn ways to cope, manage their stress, and feel better. My goal is to create a space where you can talk about how you are doing without feeling judged and feel empowered on your own journey of healing.
(579) 500-0753 View (579) 500-0753
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Samantha Beveridge
Counsellor, MA, CCC
Verified Verified
Vancouver, BC V5V
Feeling stuck, stressed, or overwhelmed? Worried about your work or relationships? Struggling with uncertainty? Finding yourself avoiding or procrastinating on things that are important to you? Life is incredibly difficult at times, and we often feel alone in our suffering. You don't have to get through it on your own. In counselling, when we feel safe and understood, we can connect to our natural ability to heal and thrive. I work with my clients to help them to deeply explore and make sense of their struggles, uncover their inner wisdom and resilience, and become their best, most authentic selves.
Feeling stuck, stressed, or overwhelmed? Worried about your work or relationships? Struggling with uncertainty? Finding yourself avoiding or procrastinating on things that are important to you? Life is incredibly difficult at times, and we often feel alone in our suffering. You don't have to get through it on your own. In counselling, when we feel safe and understood, we can connect to our natural ability to heal and thrive. I work with my clients to help them to deeply explore and make sense of their struggles, uncover their inner wisdom and resilience, and become their best, most authentic selves.
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Kate Malone
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V6Z  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Maybe you are struggling with anxiety and depression, working on building self-confidence, looking to heal past trauma, facing challenges in your relationships, or just needing a space to talk. I welcome individuals who are seeking therapy for many reasons, and together we will decide what you need to feel supported. Therapy is a place to talk freely without judgment, to be heard and validated, and to feel less alone. It can also be a space to gain tools to help understand your emotions and feel more resourced in times of stress. Therapy can also be a space to heal deep wounds and to process the impacts of past painful experiences.
Maybe you are struggling with anxiety and depression, working on building self-confidence, looking to heal past trauma, facing challenges in your relationships, or just needing a space to talk. I welcome individuals who are seeking therapy for many reasons, and together we will decide what you need to feel supported. Therapy is a place to talk freely without judgment, to be heard and validated, and to feel less alone. It can also be a space to gain tools to help understand your emotions and feel more resourced in times of stress. Therapy can also be a space to heal deep wounds and to process the impacts of past painful experiences.
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Photo of Courtney Orser, Counsellor in Vancouver, BC
Courtney Orser
Counsellor, MCP, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V6J
There are times when we just don’t feel like ourselves. For some of us, this means feeling overwhelmed by our thoughts and emotions, while for others the disconnect can come from feeling nothing at all. This internal “ickiness” can show up through our emotions, thoughts, or in our body, and is often a scary, confusing, and unsettling experience. This intuitive feeling is typically caused by misalignment; whether it’s having conflict within ourselves, feeling out of step with those close to us, or feeling out of place in the world around us.
There are times when we just don’t feel like ourselves. For some of us, this means feeling overwhelmed by our thoughts and emotions, while for others the disconnect can come from feeling nothing at all. This internal “ickiness” can show up through our emotions, thoughts, or in our body, and is often a scary, confusing, and unsettling experience. This intuitive feeling is typically caused by misalignment; whether it’s having conflict within ourselves, feeling out of step with those close to us, or feeling out of place in the world around us.
(825) 606-0433 View (825) 606-0433
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Sarah Jarvis
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V6A
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stressed? Do you long to relate to yourself, your relationships, and your life with greater ease and freedom? As a trained psychotherapist, I can help you make sense of difficult emotions and big life transitions, understand patterns that may be keeping you stuck and unfulfilled, and ultimately transform challenges into opportunities for greater self-awareness, growth, and authentic self-expression. I bring a balance of science and intuition to my counselling approach, and integrate years of experience in mind/body healing modalities and evidence-based therapy to effectively help my clients.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stressed? Do you long to relate to yourself, your relationships, and your life with greater ease and freedom? As a trained psychotherapist, I can help you make sense of difficult emotions and big life transitions, understand patterns that may be keeping you stuck and unfulfilled, and ultimately transform challenges into opportunities for greater self-awareness, growth, and authentic self-expression. I bring a balance of science and intuition to my counselling approach, and integrate years of experience in mind/body healing modalities and evidence-based therapy to effectively help my clients.
(778) 401-8125 View (778) 401-8125
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Margaret Noel
Counsellor, MA, BBA, RCC
Verified Verified
Vancouver, BC V6J
In my practice, I strive to create a space that honours the uniqueness and individuality of each of my client’s experience with warmth and compassion. I value the true courage it takes to look within oneself, understand what is hindering us, and work to overcome our adversities and I consider it a true honour to support you in your healing journey. To me, each client is the expert in their experience and I value a collaborative approach in which each client is provided the freedom and non-judgmental space to explore their goals and how they wish to accomplish them freely and openly.
In my practice, I strive to create a space that honours the uniqueness and individuality of each of my client’s experience with warmth and compassion. I value the true courage it takes to look within oneself, understand what is hindering us, and work to overcome our adversities and I consider it a true honour to support you in your healing journey. To me, each client is the expert in their experience and I value a collaborative approach in which each client is provided the freedom and non-judgmental space to explore their goals and how they wish to accomplish them freely and openly.
(343) 453-0155 View (343) 453-0155
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Strength Counselling Services
Counsellor, MEd , RCC, CCC, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Vancouver, BC V6B  (Online Only)
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
(778) 864-5992 View (778) 864-5992
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Intrepid Therapy Collective
Counsellor, PhD, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
Vancouver, BC V5K
We are an innovative community of unconventional, yet comprehensively trained, psychotherapists providing practical, non-reductive, and in-depth support to help you overcome adversities, resolve outdated patterns, craft more fulfilling relationships, achieve your mental health goals—and address the traumas, stressors, burdens, and conflicts that hold you back from enjoying what your life and relationships have to offer. In general, we foster a holistic and integrative approach to mental health care that focuses on what works and is not limited to what has traditionally been practiced.
We are an innovative community of unconventional, yet comprehensively trained, psychotherapists providing practical, non-reductive, and in-depth support to help you overcome adversities, resolve outdated patterns, craft more fulfilling relationships, achieve your mental health goals—and address the traumas, stressors, burdens, and conflicts that hold you back from enjoying what your life and relationships have to offer. In general, we foster a holistic and integrative approach to mental health care that focuses on what works and is not limited to what has traditionally been practiced.
(249) 486-5970 View (249) 486-5970
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Ben Bjorgaard
Counsellor, PhDc, MA, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V5R
By addressing troubling thoughts and feelings, self-sabotaging behaviors, and traumas, life can be made more manageable, productive, and fulfilling. Feelings such as grief, shame, anxiety, sadness, and anger often signal that something needs to change. Listening to and working with these feelings—some that consume us and others that gently nudge us—can move us forward. Through this, we sometimes discover that our everyday dilemmas are part of larger patterns waiting to be resolved as a whole.
By addressing troubling thoughts and feelings, self-sabotaging behaviors, and traumas, life can be made more manageable, productive, and fulfilling. Feelings such as grief, shame, anxiety, sadness, and anger often signal that something needs to change. Listening to and working with these feelings—some that consume us and others that gently nudge us—can move us forward. Through this, we sometimes discover that our everyday dilemmas are part of larger patterns waiting to be resolved as a whole.
(819) 414-1085 View (819) 414-1085
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Alisa Weninger
Counsellor, PhD*, MCP-AT, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V6B
When our experiences become too overwhelming, confusing or distressing to navigate alone, therapy can be one of the most powerful containers offered to us. Together, we uncover patterns that no longer serve you, identifying the narratives that are healing or unhelpful, and learn to balance the tension of opposites. To be human is to suffer. We can learn to be in relationship with our pain by learning to be with our bodies. When we listen from within, we can step into our fullest selves with dignity, grace and consciousness. It's my privilege to walk your unique path of purpose and acceptance.
When our experiences become too overwhelming, confusing or distressing to navigate alone, therapy can be one of the most powerful containers offered to us. Together, we uncover patterns that no longer serve you, identifying the narratives that are healing or unhelpful, and learn to balance the tension of opposites. To be human is to suffer. We can learn to be in relationship with our pain by learning to be with our bodies. When we listen from within, we can step into our fullest selves with dignity, grace and consciousness. It's my privilege to walk your unique path of purpose and acceptance.
(778) 761-2453 View (778) 761-2453
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Yegi Nasseri
Counsellor, RCC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V5K
“Our sorrows and wounds are healed only when we touch them with compassion”. Welcome to my page. My Name is Yegi Nasseri and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor offering counselling services to individuals, couples and families. It takes courage to reach out to someone, share personal stories and feel unsure about the counselling process. My own life experiences and previous counselling practices have enabled me to interact and assist individuals and families on issues ranging from trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety and anger management to interpersonal relationship difficulties and substance abuse.
“Our sorrows and wounds are healed only when we touch them with compassion”. Welcome to my page. My Name is Yegi Nasseri and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor offering counselling services to individuals, couples and families. It takes courage to reach out to someone, share personal stories and feel unsure about the counselling process. My own life experiences and previous counselling practices have enabled me to interact and assist individuals and families on issues ranging from trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety and anger management to interpersonal relationship difficulties and substance abuse.
(604) 265-6998 View (604) 265-6998
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Wayfinding Psychology by Dr. Megan Suehn, R. Psych
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V5K  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Affirming LGBTQIA+ people of all ethnicities and backgrounds. Recovery from grief, & life transitions of career shifts or immigration. Revitalization from burnout and trauma. Strengthening marriages, families, & other relationships for success. Supporting front line workers like police, nurses, doctors, therapists, & other caregivers. I help you integrate aspects of your identity and learn to navigate more comfortable, safer, and healthier relationships with family, friends, and community. Helping you grow into your favourite self: from one member of the queer community to another. (Please note: I only offer online counselling).
Affirming LGBTQIA+ people of all ethnicities and backgrounds. Recovery from grief, & life transitions of career shifts or immigration. Revitalization from burnout and trauma. Strengthening marriages, families, & other relationships for success. Supporting front line workers like police, nurses, doctors, therapists, & other caregivers. I help you integrate aspects of your identity and learn to navigate more comfortable, safer, and healthier relationships with family, friends, and community. Helping you grow into your favourite self: from one member of the queer community to another. (Please note: I only offer online counselling).
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Kadie Lawson
Counsellor, BA, MEd, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V5K  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in the healing, empowering and recovery for women. Much of my practice involves the support of women who are navigating past/present trauma, facing intimate partner violence and are striving to cultivate a healthy relationship within themselves. I also work closely with women who are suffering from anxiety, depression, self esteem and emotional expression. I have supported younger populations as a former public school educator and counsellor. If you wish to feel more empowered, self-compassionate, and grounded in yourself and your ability to express your needs, I am here to support you in reaching your goals.
I specialize in the healing, empowering and recovery for women. Much of my practice involves the support of women who are navigating past/present trauma, facing intimate partner violence and are striving to cultivate a healthy relationship within themselves. I also work closely with women who are suffering from anxiety, depression, self esteem and emotional expression. I have supported younger populations as a former public school educator and counsellor. If you wish to feel more empowered, self-compassionate, and grounded in yourself and your ability to express your needs, I am here to support you in reaching your goals.
(819) 410-9268 View (819) 410-9268
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Zara Neukom
Counsellor, BSc, MACP, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V5K  (Online Only)
My work as a therapist is informed by human resilience and our intrinsic drive to heal. I believe that we are oriented towards growth, and the integration of trauma, life experience and pain is the doorway to actualization. I see therapy as a tool for becoming, it is process of unfolding, discovering and meeting yourself. This work can be challenging: struggle is part of the human experience, however, so is transformation, connection, and change. I work closely with those who have experienced trauma, disordered eating and body image issues, and anxiety and depression.
My work as a therapist is informed by human resilience and our intrinsic drive to heal. I believe that we are oriented towards growth, and the integration of trauma, life experience and pain is the doorway to actualization. I see therapy as a tool for becoming, it is process of unfolding, discovering and meeting yourself. This work can be challenging: struggle is part of the human experience, however, so is transformation, connection, and change. I work closely with those who have experienced trauma, disordered eating and body image issues, and anxiety and depression.
(226) 602-5998 View (226) 602-5998

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Attachment-based Counsellors

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.