Arete Therapists in North Vancouver, BC
I am a registered clinical social worker, a registered board certified art therapist, an art therapy certified supervisor, a philosopher of consciousness studies, a teacher and an author. I work with people dealing with trauma (sexual abuse/assault; accidents; illness); loss (death, divorce, life transitions; job displacement; career changes); and mental health issues (anxiety, depression, PTSD, addictions). I also provide supervision and consultation to professionals. The most common words people use to describe their work with me are "inspiring" and "epiphany".
I am a registered clinical social worker, a registered board certified art therapist, an art therapy certified supervisor, a philosopher of consciousness studies, a teacher and an author. I work with people dealing with trauma (sexual abuse/assault; accidents; illness); loss (death, divorce, life transitions; job displacement; career changes); and mental health issues (anxiety, depression, PTSD, addictions). I also provide supervision and consultation to professionals. The most common words people use to describe their work with me are "inspiring" and "epiphany".
من دکتر فاطمه یوسفی روانتحلیلگر .
جلسات مشاوره فردی، زوجی و خانوادگی را به زبان فارسی و انگلیسی، بهصورت حضوری و آنلاین
I am a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor (RTC) with over 15 years of clinical experience in Iran and Canada, and academic experience in Iran. I support individuals facing anxiety, depression, relationship or family conflict, migration-related stress, and life transitions. My approach is professional, culturally responsive, and tailored to each client’s needs using CBT, psychoanalytic, and solution-focused therapies. I offer sessions in English and Farsi, both online and in-person.
من دکتر فاطمه یوسفی روانتحلیلگر .
جلسات مشاوره فردی، زوجی و خانوادگی را به زبان فارسی و انگلیسی، بهصورت حضوری و آنلاین
I am a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor (RTC) with over 15 years of clinical experience in Iran and Canada, and academic experience in Iran. I support individuals facing anxiety, depression, relationship or family conflict, migration-related stress, and life transitions. My approach is professional, culturally responsive, and tailored to each client’s needs using CBT, psychoanalytic, and solution-focused therapies. I offer sessions in English and Farsi, both online and in-person.
Life can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. You’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by stress, or stuck in unhealthy patterns. You long for clarity, connection, and confidence but aren’t sure where to start. You want to feel heard, understood, and empowered to take back control of your life and create meaningful, lasting change.
Life can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. You’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by stress, or stuck in unhealthy patterns. You long for clarity, connection, and confidence but aren’t sure where to start. You want to feel heard, understood, and empowered to take back control of your life and create meaningful, lasting change.
We are a leading counselling practice in Vancouver, BC specializing in empowering individuals to live authentic, meaningful lives. Our goal is to equip you with the tools and self-knowledge to manage emotions, overcome anxiety and depression, achieve your goals and see the world in a new perspective. We work with you to inspire confidence, peace of mind and, ultimately, lifelong resilience.
We are a leading counselling practice in Vancouver, BC specializing in empowering individuals to live authentic, meaningful lives. Our goal is to equip you with the tools and self-knowledge to manage emotions, overcome anxiety and depression, achieve your goals and see the world in a new perspective. We work with you to inspire confidence, peace of mind and, ultimately, lifelong resilience.
Trauma does not always present as a single event or clear memory. It can appear as anxiety, grief, dissociation, relationship patterns, shutdown, or a life that looks functional while still feeling difficult to live inside. I primarily work with adults whose symptoms often point to something deeper than what is immediately visible. My role is to help clients process what has been carried emotionally, psychologically, and relationally so relief and meaningful change become possible.
Trauma does not always present as a single event or clear memory. It can appear as anxiety, grief, dissociation, relationship patterns, shutdown, or a life that looks functional while still feeling difficult to live inside. I primarily work with adults whose symptoms often point to something deeper than what is immediately visible. My role is to help clients process what has been carried emotionally, psychologically, and relationally so relief and meaningful change become possible.
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Life is messy, complicated and we do not always have the answers to 'fix' problems or issues . However, we have the ability to overcome, survive, process and become a better individual, partner and family member. It is the process that enable us develop the skills, values and the strength to go on with life. Our stories past, present and future are all relevant to who we are and who we want to become! I am equipped to support you in attaining these tools/skills through active listening, maintaining a non-judgemental stance and having a respectful dialogue.
Life is messy, complicated and we do not always have the answers to 'fix' problems or issues . However, we have the ability to overcome, survive, process and become a better individual, partner and family member. It is the process that enable us develop the skills, values and the strength to go on with life. Our stories past, present and future are all relevant to who we are and who we want to become! I am equipped to support you in attaining these tools/skills through active listening, maintaining a non-judgemental stance and having a respectful dialogue.
Hi! My name's Manpreet. Finding support can feel overwhelming, and you don’t have to do it alone. I provide individual therapy for anxiety, trauma, PTSD, relationship challenges, boundaries and life transitions in a warm, non-judgmental space where you can feel safe, supported, and understood. My approach is client-centered, compassionate, and collaborative. Together, we’ll make connections, learn coping skills, improve emotional regulation, and reconnect with your authentic self. I use evidence-based approaches like EMDR, CBT, DBT, IFS, and ACT to help clients heal, grow, and create lasting change.. from a relational approach!
Hi! My name's Manpreet. Finding support can feel overwhelming, and you don’t have to do it alone. I provide individual therapy for anxiety, trauma, PTSD, relationship challenges, boundaries and life transitions in a warm, non-judgmental space where you can feel safe, supported, and understood. My approach is client-centered, compassionate, and collaborative. Together, we’ll make connections, learn coping skills, improve emotional regulation, and reconnect with your authentic self. I use evidence-based approaches like EMDR, CBT, DBT, IFS, and ACT to help clients heal, grow, and create lasting change.. from a relational approach!
Lisa's mission is to help people heal and grow through periods of transitions in their lives. Many of us struggle with alcohol / addictions, experience loss, grief, unhappiness or a sense of loss when we transition from one role to another in our daily lives. Some of us lose people we love, dreams we can no longer achieve, changes in careers, the diagnosis of a child with special needs, a loved one entering care, or who is ailing in health, Divorce from a spouse, the beginning of a new marriage, perhaps with a blended family. We accept private insurance plans, Victim Services(CVAP), ICBC Claims and Autism
Lisa's mission is to help people heal and grow through periods of transitions in their lives. Many of us struggle with alcohol / addictions, experience loss, grief, unhappiness or a sense of loss when we transition from one role to another in our daily lives. Some of us lose people we love, dreams we can no longer achieve, changes in careers, the diagnosis of a child with special needs, a loved one entering care, or who is ailing in health, Divorce from a spouse, the beginning of a new marriage, perhaps with a blended family. We accept private insurance plans, Victim Services(CVAP), ICBC Claims and Autism
Specialized in trauma healing (EMDR & EMDR 2.0); Non-judgmental, Neuro-affirming, 2SLGBTQ+-affirming, solution-oriented.
I work with Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, CPTSD, Grief/Loss, First Responders, Birth Trauma, & Attachment. Adults/Youth 14+.
My approach is down-to-earth, compassionate, & adaptable, with a strong trauma-informed emphasis on safety & regulation. While some clients find healing through open, reflective conversation, others benefit from more structured approaches. I tailor our work to you, integrating evidence-based therapies with warmth & practical strategies to support stability, clarity, and meaningful change.
Specialized in trauma healing (EMDR & EMDR 2.0); Non-judgmental, Neuro-affirming, 2SLGBTQ+-affirming, solution-oriented.
I work with Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, CPTSD, Grief/Loss, First Responders, Birth Trauma, & Attachment. Adults/Youth 14+.
My approach is down-to-earth, compassionate, & adaptable, with a strong trauma-informed emphasis on safety & regulation. While some clients find healing through open, reflective conversation, others benefit from more structured approaches. I tailor our work to you, integrating evidence-based therapies with warmth & practical strategies to support stability, clarity, and meaningful change.
My clients tend to be people who march to the beat of their own drum. They know what it’s like to feel misunderstood, and some might go as far as to consider themselves “black sheep” or even outcasts. My approach to counselling involves finding and appreciating your unique identity. I love helping people embrace their most authentic selves!
My clients tend to be people who march to the beat of their own drum. They know what it’s like to feel misunderstood, and some might go as far as to consider themselves “black sheep” or even outcasts. My approach to counselling involves finding and appreciating your unique identity. I love helping people embrace their most authentic selves!
In my practice I work to help you feel grounded in yourself, attuned to your needs, and equipped to shift behaviours that are no longer serving you, so you can meaningful changes for yourself. Together we will sort out what you think would be most helpful to you, while I hold space for the emotions and circumstances surrounding what's happening for you. Clients have shared that after conversation they feel lighter, less alone, and have tools to cope when times feel unmanageable. My aim is to support you in a way that you find helpful, and to hold an inclusive space for you where you feel safe enough to be seen and heard.
In my practice I work to help you feel grounded in yourself, attuned to your needs, and equipped to shift behaviours that are no longer serving you, so you can meaningful changes for yourself. Together we will sort out what you think would be most helpful to you, while I hold space for the emotions and circumstances surrounding what's happening for you. Clients have shared that after conversation they feel lighter, less alone, and have tools to cope when times feel unmanageable. My aim is to support you in a way that you find helpful, and to hold an inclusive space for you where you feel safe enough to be seen and heard.
You're not "too much", "too emotional", or "too sensitive" - you're misunderstood. As a neurodivergent and queer therapist, I bring both professional training and lived experience. I often work with clients who want to feel more in control of their lives and emotions, process their experiences, explore their identity, and work toward their future. Together, we'll work to understand the past, navigate the present, and create a more aligned future.
You're not "too much", "too emotional", or "too sensitive" - you're misunderstood. As a neurodivergent and queer therapist, I bring both professional training and lived experience. I often work with clients who want to feel more in control of their lives and emotions, process their experiences, explore their identity, and work toward their future. Together, we'll work to understand the past, navigate the present, and create a more aligned future.
Hi, I’m Justin. It might look like you're keeping it together, but inside, you may feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that are hard to explain. Maybe your relationships feel distant. Maybe sex feels like a source of stress instead of connection. Whatever you're carrying, you don't have to do it alone. I help individuals and couples work through intimacy struggles, relationship stress, anxiety, and identity concerns. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling like something is missing in their personal experiences or with others. My practice is sex-positive, kink-aware, BDSM-informed, and affirming.
Hi, I’m Justin. It might look like you're keeping it together, but inside, you may feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that are hard to explain. Maybe your relationships feel distant. Maybe sex feels like a source of stress instead of connection. Whatever you're carrying, you don't have to do it alone. I help individuals and couples work through intimacy struggles, relationship stress, anxiety, and identity concerns. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling like something is missing in their personal experiences or with others. My practice is sex-positive, kink-aware, BDSM-informed, and affirming.
Regardless of age, we all experience life transitions that shift how we see ourselves and the world, prompting deep questions: “Who am I?”, “What do I want?”, “Who do I want to become?”, “What is my soul asking for?”, “What is my purpose?”. Maybe you've already started asking. Though everything seems fine, there's an unexplained emptiness. Motivation is low, and nothing truly excites you—but this isn't who you are. You are curious, motivated, and alive. You’re ready to move forward and build a life filled with satisfaction and contentment.
Regardless of age, we all experience life transitions that shift how we see ourselves and the world, prompting deep questions: “Who am I?”, “What do I want?”, “Who do I want to become?”, “What is my soul asking for?”, “What is my purpose?”. Maybe you've already started asking. Though everything seems fine, there's an unexplained emptiness. Motivation is low, and nothing truly excites you—but this isn't who you are. You are curious, motivated, and alive. You’re ready to move forward and build a life filled with satisfaction and contentment.
Many of my clients appear capable and responsible on the outside but feel stuck internally. They may struggle with anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, people-pleasing, perfectionism, or persistent self-doubt. Often these patterns stem from earlier experiences that shaped beliefs about self-worth, safety, belonging, or personal agency. In therapy we work to process these experiences, understand the patterns that keep you stuck, and develop healthier ways of relating to yourself, others, and the life you want to build.
Many of my clients appear capable and responsible on the outside but feel stuck internally. They may struggle with anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, people-pleasing, perfectionism, or persistent self-doubt. Often these patterns stem from earlier experiences that shaped beliefs about self-worth, safety, belonging, or personal agency. In therapy we work to process these experiences, understand the patterns that keep you stuck, and develop healthier ways of relating to yourself, others, and the life you want to build.
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.
We believe that therapy is for everyone. With offices located in Surrey, Kelowna, Vancouver, and Chilliwack, our specialized team consists of 20+ clinical counsellors who are uniquely skilled to help you heal and thrive. The research demonstrates that about 70% of what accounts for the change in therapy is based on the therapeutic relationship. It is so important to ensure the right fit; to make sure you feel understood and that you can trust your counsellor to be compassionate, non-judgemental, and professional. We support children, youth, adults, couples, and families to thrive.
We believe that therapy is for everyone. With offices located in Surrey, Kelowna, Vancouver, and Chilliwack, our specialized team consists of 20+ clinical counsellors who are uniquely skilled to help you heal and thrive. The research demonstrates that about 70% of what accounts for the change in therapy is based on the therapeutic relationship. It is so important to ensure the right fit; to make sure you feel understood and that you can trust your counsellor to be compassionate, non-judgemental, and professional. We support children, youth, adults, couples, and families to thrive.
Relationship challenges can leave you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and disconnected — but you don't have to face them alone. I provide a warm, safe space where individuals, couples, and families can find support and begin to heal.
Whether you're a couple navigating communication struggles, infidelity, addiction, or ADHD, or a parent supporting a child through depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, or gaming addiction, I'm here to help you move forward. I also work with parents of babies and toddlers who are ready to establish healthy, restful sleep for the whole family.
Relationship challenges can leave you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and disconnected — but you don't have to face them alone. I provide a warm, safe space where individuals, couples, and families can find support and begin to heal.
Whether you're a couple navigating communication struggles, infidelity, addiction, or ADHD, or a parent supporting a child through depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, or gaming addiction, I'm here to help you move forward. I also work with parents of babies and toddlers who are ready to establish healthy, restful sleep for the whole family.
Shahrzad understands how easily we can get stuck and how profoundly the stories and wounds from the past can impact our current relationships, situations and outcomes. She believes that building a relationship with her clients based on compassion, trust, empathy and mutual respect is essential to the counselling process. Within this relationship and safe environment, clients feel heard and cared for which allows them to create positive change in their lives.
Shahrzad understands how easily we can get stuck and how profoundly the stories and wounds from the past can impact our current relationships, situations and outcomes. She believes that building a relationship with her clients based on compassion, trust, empathy and mutual respect is essential to the counselling process. Within this relationship and safe environment, clients feel heard and cared for which allows them to create positive change in their lives.
I specialize in the art of relationship—with ourselves and with others. I work with individuals, couples, and groups who are ready to transform personal and interpersonal challenges into deep growth and healing. I welcome all people and relationships, including those that identify as LGBTQIA2S+, non-monogamous, kink, racialized, neurodivergent, creative, and/or professional.
My approach is trauma-informed, somatic (body-based), and rooted in social justice. My hope is that you feel deeply supported and empowered with the self-understanding, inner resources, and practical skills needed to thrive in life and relationships.
I specialize in the art of relationship—with ourselves and with others. I work with individuals, couples, and groups who are ready to transform personal and interpersonal challenges into deep growth and healing. I welcome all people and relationships, including those that identify as LGBTQIA2S+, non-monogamous, kink, racialized, neurodivergent, creative, and/or professional.
My approach is trauma-informed, somatic (body-based), and rooted in social justice. My hope is that you feel deeply supported and empowered with the self-understanding, inner resources, and practical skills needed to thrive in life and relationships.
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