Asian Therapists in Burnaby, BC
Having a family member struggling with mental health issue has first inspired me to go into counselling. I have also been through counselling at different points in my life, which helps me gain a better understanding of the counselling process and its benefits as a client.
Having a family member struggling with mental health issue has first inspired me to go into counselling. I have also been through counselling at different points in my life, which helps me gain a better understanding of the counselling process and its benefits as a client.
Welcome to the first step of your journey to flourishing mental health with me. I look forward to supporting you while you explore, reflect, and find the ideal self you would like to become psychologically, physically, and spiritually. I believe in a world where people achieve flourishing mental health. To do so, I am helping individuals such as yourself one at a time to gain more control of their lives and to become versions of themselves they envision. I promise to try my best to treat you with absolute worth, to respect your autonomy, and to give you the therapy experience you want using Directing, Following, or Guiding Style.
Welcome to the first step of your journey to flourishing mental health with me. I look forward to supporting you while you explore, reflect, and find the ideal self you would like to become psychologically, physically, and spiritually. I believe in a world where people achieve flourishing mental health. To do so, I am helping individuals such as yourself one at a time to gain more control of their lives and to become versions of themselves they envision. I promise to try my best to treat you with absolute worth, to respect your autonomy, and to give you the therapy experience you want using Directing, Following, or Guiding Style.
I am a registered clinical counsellor and also a registered Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
The main therapeutic approaches I use are: Person Centered, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, and Mindful Based Cognitive Therapy. I emphasize the holistic approach to mental health, and help client to build a healthy and helpful life habits for optimal physical and mental health.
I am a registered clinical counsellor and also a registered Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
The main therapeutic approaches I use are: Person Centered, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, and Mindful Based Cognitive Therapy. I emphasize the holistic approach to mental health, and help client to build a healthy and helpful life habits for optimal physical and mental health.
Hi, I’m Maria, an EMDRIA-certified EMDR therapist and Asian Canadian who identifies as part of the 1
I specialize in trauma-informed EMDR therapy for adults and young adults. I also integrate Brainspotting and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to help process experiences that may still feel stuck. This brain-body approach supports the nervous system in integrating difficult memories, so they no longer carry the same emotional intensity.
Hi, I’m Maria, an EMDRIA-certified EMDR therapist and Asian Canadian who identifies as part of the 1
I specialize in trauma-informed EMDR therapy for adults and young adults. I also integrate Brainspotting and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to help process experiences that may still feel stuck. This brain-body approach supports the nervous system in integrating difficult memories, so they no longer carry the same emotional intensity.
My focus is working with individuals who may be experiencing various stresses like anxiety, low mood; or perhaps difficulties managing emotions, and feeling reactive in interpersonal circumstances. With a background working with moderate to severe concerns of children & youth, I can support parents in identifying the concerns of their child, and support them in learning how to connect and attune to their children's needs. I also work with couples who are looking to strengthen their relationship and prepare for transitions like parenthood. Lastly, I enjoy integrating my Christian faith background into the practice as clients see fit.
My focus is working with individuals who may be experiencing various stresses like anxiety, low mood; or perhaps difficulties managing emotions, and feeling reactive in interpersonal circumstances. With a background working with moderate to severe concerns of children & youth, I can support parents in identifying the concerns of their child, and support them in learning how to connect and attune to their children's needs. I also work with couples who are looking to strengthen their relationship and prepare for transitions like parenthood. Lastly, I enjoy integrating my Christian faith background into the practice as clients see fit.
Reaching out for help is a huge step and can be uncomfortable and I believe that building a trusting and safe environment is essential. I help my clients become empowered and active participants to work through challenges such as loss, grief, life transitions, trauma, low mood, anger, and finding meaning in their lives. My previous career as a teacher and athletic coach as well as my Masters in Counselling Psychology have helped provide me with many different perspectives. I work with individuals ranging from youth to adults of any gender and sexual orientation and I am able to offer both in person and online sessions.
Reaching out for help is a huge step and can be uncomfortable and I believe that building a trusting and safe environment is essential. I help my clients become empowered and active participants to work through challenges such as loss, grief, life transitions, trauma, low mood, anger, and finding meaning in their lives. My previous career as a teacher and athletic coach as well as my Masters in Counselling Psychology have helped provide me with many different perspectives. I work with individuals ranging from youth to adults of any gender and sexual orientation and I am able to offer both in person and online sessions.
You are never meant to do this life alone. As humans, our aloneness is undone when another person comes alongside us. Perhaps you are desiring healing of past wounds so that you can build deeper and more secure relationships with yourself and others. Perhaps you are at the crossroads and making a life altering decision and are needing support as you transition. Maybe you are experiencing burnout. Or you may be struggling with how to go on living in the wake of losses. Whatever challenge you are facing today, I want you to know that there is hope for change. I count it an honour to walk alongside you and meet you where you are at.
You are never meant to do this life alone. As humans, our aloneness is undone when another person comes alongside us. Perhaps you are desiring healing of past wounds so that you can build deeper and more secure relationships with yourself and others. Perhaps you are at the crossroads and making a life altering decision and are needing support as you transition. Maybe you are experiencing burnout. Or you may be struggling with how to go on living in the wake of losses. Whatever challenge you are facing today, I want you to know that there is hope for change. I count it an honour to walk alongside you and meet you where you are at.
Hello! My name is Elika (Eh-lee-ka) and I am a neurodivergent, cisgender, second generation Okinawan immigrant settler occupying the stolen traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh, and səlilwətaɬ Nations. I am an intern counsellor completing a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology degree, and am excited for the opportunity to lean into over 15 years of experience working in community-based programs and social services. I have had the privilege of working alongside individuals of all ages, identities, and diverse family/caregiver structures such as young folks living in foster care.
Hello! My name is Elika (Eh-lee-ka) and I am a neurodivergent, cisgender, second generation Okinawan immigrant settler occupying the stolen traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh, and səlilwətaɬ Nations. I am an intern counsellor completing a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology degree, and am excited for the opportunity to lean into over 15 years of experience working in community-based programs and social services. I have had the privilege of working alongside individuals of all ages, identities, and diverse family/caregiver structures such as young folks living in foster care.
It is an honour and privilege to walk alongside people as they navigate times when they may feel pain, confusion, or stuckness. I bring the values of acceptance, a safe space, and a collaborative process to the sacred counselling space, helping clients understand their distress while strengthening their sense of self and fostering healthier relationships. I also value celebrating my clients' triumphs as they work towards becoming the person they aspire to be.
It is an honour and privilege to walk alongside people as they navigate times when they may feel pain, confusion, or stuckness. I bring the values of acceptance, a safe space, and a collaborative process to the sacred counselling space, helping clients understand their distress while strengthening their sense of self and fostering healthier relationships. I also value celebrating my clients' triumphs as they work towards becoming the person they aspire to be.
Sometimes, nothing feels more real than the words "I'm not good enough." And how is it I can be everyone else's cheerleader except my own? Instead of asking "What's wrong with me?", we get curious about the questions "What is going on?" or "What needs to change in order for me to better cope and manage?" By not judging our old patterns and understanding that they once protected us, I support clients in being able to then say, "I'm ready to live in a new way."
Sometimes, nothing feels more real than the words "I'm not good enough." And how is it I can be everyone else's cheerleader except my own? Instead of asking "What's wrong with me?", we get curious about the questions "What is going on?" or "What needs to change in order for me to better cope and manage?" By not judging our old patterns and understanding that they once protected us, I support clients in being able to then say, "I'm ready to live in a new way."
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck in familiar patterns, or noticing that anxiety, relationship struggles, or past experiences are shaping your present. Counselling with me is not one size fits all. I take time to understand your hopes for therapy and thoughtfully tailor and customize our work together so it feels like the right fit for you. Therapy is a personal process built on trust, safety, and genuine connection, and I am committed to creating a space where you feel seen, safe, and understood.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck in familiar patterns, or noticing that anxiety, relationship struggles, or past experiences are shaping your present. Counselling with me is not one size fits all. I take time to understand your hopes for therapy and thoughtfully tailor and customize our work together so it feels like the right fit for you. Therapy is a personal process built on trust, safety, and genuine connection, and I am committed to creating a space where you feel seen, safe, and understood.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the demands of daily life, like you’re just going through the motions?Do your relationships feel disconnected, leaving you feeling misunderstood or unappreciated? Maybe your energy is low, your mind is constantly racing, or your reactions feel stronger than usual.
You don’t have to navigate these feelings alone. Taking care of your mental health is a powerful choice, and I’m here to offer a safe, supportive space where you can unpack what’s weighing on you.
Let’s work together to help you reconnect with yourself, find clarity, and build a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the demands of daily life, like you’re just going through the motions?Do your relationships feel disconnected, leaving you feeling misunderstood or unappreciated? Maybe your energy is low, your mind is constantly racing, or your reactions feel stronger than usual.
You don’t have to navigate these feelings alone. Taking care of your mental health is a powerful choice, and I’m here to offer a safe, supportive space where you can unpack what’s weighing on you.
Let’s work together to help you reconnect with yourself, find clarity, and build a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling.
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual psychotherapy clinic specializing in Psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach focuses on revealing, understanding, and resolving underlying emotions and root causes of symptoms through evidence-based interventions and a comprehensive treatment plan. With an in-depth collaborative discussion and analysis of unconscious thoughts and emotions from childhood until the present day, we can explore how they inform us today to help relieve symptoms and develop targeted strategies to foster change.
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual psychotherapy clinic specializing in Psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach focuses on revealing, understanding, and resolving underlying emotions and root causes of symptoms through evidence-based interventions and a comprehensive treatment plan. With an in-depth collaborative discussion and analysis of unconscious thoughts and emotions from childhood until the present day, we can explore how they inform us today to help relieve symptoms and develop targeted strategies to foster change.
I help clients find the clarity and fresh perspectives they need to build a meaningful life. In a warm, relaxed, and honest space, you'll feel supported in exploring change. You don’t need to have everything figured out, just a tiny bit of willingness to start somewhere new.
I specialize in supporting people through life transitions, grief, low self-esteem, and the challenges of managing overwhelming emotions. Because I believe connection is important to self-understanding, we will work together to explore the experiences and patterns that may be keeping you stuck, while creating space for insight, growth, and lasting change.
I help clients find the clarity and fresh perspectives they need to build a meaningful life. In a warm, relaxed, and honest space, you'll feel supported in exploring change. You don’t need to have everything figured out, just a tiny bit of willingness to start somewhere new.
I specialize in supporting people through life transitions, grief, low self-esteem, and the challenges of managing overwhelming emotions. Because I believe connection is important to self-understanding, we will work together to explore the experiences and patterns that may be keeping you stuck, while creating space for insight, growth, and lasting change.
Hello! I’m so glad you found your way here and are seeking additional support. I strive to create a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you can openly share whatever may be weighing on your heart or mind.
I believe that, at our core, we all long to be fully seen, known, and accepted for who we truly are. At times, life experiences, relationships, or personal struggles can make that feel difficult or out of reach. My hope is to walk alongside you with curiosity and care as we explore your story, deepen your understanding of yourself, and make sense of what you may be experiencing in your life and relationships.
Hello! I’m so glad you found your way here and are seeking additional support. I strive to create a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you can openly share whatever may be weighing on your heart or mind.
I believe that, at our core, we all long to be fully seen, known, and accepted for who we truly are. At times, life experiences, relationships, or personal struggles can make that feel difficult or out of reach. My hope is to walk alongside you with curiosity and care as we explore your story, deepen your understanding of yourself, and make sense of what you may be experiencing in your life and relationships.
Do you struggle with being scared and anxious after experiencing an incident that affects your day-to-day life? Do you feel frustrated by worrying about your self-image? Do you feel exhausted by living with the high inflation? Do you hope that your life will be better? Now more than ever, people are feeling overwhelmed by the high cost of living and moving past difficult incidents. We believe everyone has the potential to heal and make positive changes. I offer a monthly subscription plan with unlimited sessions to help individuals who suffer from trauma, life planning, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
Do you struggle with being scared and anxious after experiencing an incident that affects your day-to-day life? Do you feel frustrated by worrying about your self-image? Do you feel exhausted by living with the high inflation? Do you hope that your life will be better? Now more than ever, people are feeling overwhelmed by the high cost of living and moving past difficult incidents. We believe everyone has the potential to heal and make positive changes. I offer a monthly subscription plan with unlimited sessions to help individuals who suffer from trauma, life planning, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
Are you struggling with ruminating worries, persistent anxiety, sadness, or overwhelming stress? I promise you’re not alone, but I know these experiences can be isolating. Many individuals are facing these challenges, yet for various reasons it can be hard to take that initial step in seeking support. I hope to help you make sense of confusing experiences and navigate difficult emotions. My goal is work to collaboratively with you to foster insight, increase self-compassion, and create practical strategies for personal growth.
Are you struggling with ruminating worries, persistent anxiety, sadness, or overwhelming stress? I promise you’re not alone, but I know these experiences can be isolating. Many individuals are facing these challenges, yet for various reasons it can be hard to take that initial step in seeking support. I hope to help you make sense of confusing experiences and navigate difficult emotions. My goal is work to collaboratively with you to foster insight, increase self-compassion, and create practical strategies for personal growth.
Life’s stressors- major decisions, family pressure, or unexpected loss can leave you feeling lost and overwhelmed. You may be exhausted, struggling with sleep, appetite changes, and a loss of routine. As a bilingual counsellor with experience supporting people from diverse backgrounds, I offer a safe, compassionate space to explore what’s weighing you down. Together, we’ll uncover what’s getting in the way and take meaningful steps to help you reconnect with yourself, build resilience, and move toward a more balanced, fulfilling life.
Life’s stressors- major decisions, family pressure, or unexpected loss can leave you feeling lost and overwhelmed. You may be exhausted, struggling with sleep, appetite changes, and a loss of routine. As a bilingual counsellor with experience supporting people from diverse backgrounds, I offer a safe, compassionate space to explore what’s weighing you down. Together, we’ll uncover what’s getting in the way and take meaningful steps to help you reconnect with yourself, build resilience, and move toward a more balanced, fulfilling life.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, burnout, trauma, relationship stress, life transitions, and emotional overwhelm. Many of my clients are immigrants, professionals, and healthcare workers balancing cultural expectations, family responsibilities, identity shifts, and chronic stress. Others may be struggling with self-esteem, substance use, intimate partner violence, or feeling emotionally stuck while trying to “hold it together” for others. Together, we work toward greater clarity, healthier coping, emotional balance, and renewed confidence.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, burnout, trauma, relationship stress, life transitions, and emotional overwhelm. Many of my clients are immigrants, professionals, and healthcare workers balancing cultural expectations, family responsibilities, identity shifts, and chronic stress. Others may be struggling with self-esteem, substance use, intimate partner violence, or feeling emotionally stuck while trying to “hold it together” for others. Together, we work toward greater clarity, healthier coping, emotional balance, and renewed confidence.
Life can feel overwhelming as we're caught in the same cycles, but also exhausting as sometimes life just seems to happen to us. I believe clients are the experts of their own lives as no one has walked more in your footsteps, than you. While you might have access to all of this information, it can be tricky to navigate it by yourself. As a Registered Clinical Counsellor, I'm excited to learn about you and your experiences as we reflect on the various intersecting factors of your life. My therapeutic foundation that facilitates this process is a blend of Emotion-focussed, Solution-focussed, and Somatic therapies.
Life can feel overwhelming as we're caught in the same cycles, but also exhausting as sometimes life just seems to happen to us. I believe clients are the experts of their own lives as no one has walked more in your footsteps, than you. While you might have access to all of this information, it can be tricky to navigate it by yourself. As a Registered Clinical Counsellor, I'm excited to learn about you and your experiences as we reflect on the various intersecting factors of your life. My therapeutic foundation that facilitates this process is a blend of Emotion-focussed, Solution-focussed, and Somatic therapies.
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