In Person Therapists in North Vancouver, BC
Chantal Bourke is a Registered Clinical Counsellor who sees clients in person in North Vancouver and virtually all over the province of BC and Canada.
Chantal focuses on a therapeutic approach called Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT). The model holds the belief that the caregiver is the agent of healing in their child’s life, and through support and therapy, the caregiver delivers the interventions, support to their child themselves. For trauma, Chantal practices EMDR therapy.
Chantal Bourke is a Registered Clinical Counsellor who sees clients in person in North Vancouver and virtually all over the province of BC and Canada.
Chantal focuses on a therapeutic approach called Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT). The model holds the belief that the caregiver is the agent of healing in their child’s life, and through support and therapy, the caregiver delivers the interventions, support to their child themselves. For trauma, Chantal practices EMDR therapy.
I offer sessions online and in person.
“We cannot protect our children from life. Therefore, it is essential we prepare them for it.” Rudolf Dreikurs. Does your child struggle with challenges related to anxiety, emotion regulation, ASD, ADHD or other developmental needs? Are daily routines and transitions challenging at home and school? Working from a nonjudgmental, warm and client centered approach, I focus on the unique needs of each child and family as I guide them to establish structure, improve peace and cooperation in the home, while exploring strategies to empower clients to discover their strengths, and develop life long skills that support mental wellness.
I offer sessions online and in person.
“We cannot protect our children from life. Therefore, it is essential we prepare them for it.” Rudolf Dreikurs. Does your child struggle with challenges related to anxiety, emotion regulation, ASD, ADHD or other developmental needs? Are daily routines and transitions challenging at home and school? Working from a nonjudgmental, warm and client centered approach, I focus on the unique needs of each child and family as I guide them to establish structure, improve peace and cooperation in the home, while exploring strategies to empower clients to discover their strengths, and develop life long skills that support mental wellness.
Offering in person sessions in North Van on Weds and Thurs.
So many of us grew up learning to keep it together for everyone else. Maybe you’ve said yes when you meant no, or found yourself in the same argument with your partner, wondering how you got there. On the outside, you’re dependable, the one people lean on. But inside, you might feel anxious, tired, or unsure of who you are. I believe those patterns of people-pleasing, perfectionism, and disconnecting were never flaws, but the ways you learned to stay safe when you needed it most. They helped you survive, but now they may be leaving you feeling disconnected, resentful, or unsure of how to care for yourself.
Offering in person sessions in North Van on Weds and Thurs.
So many of us grew up learning to keep it together for everyone else. Maybe you’ve said yes when you meant no, or found yourself in the same argument with your partner, wondering how you got there. On the outside, you’re dependable, the one people lean on. But inside, you might feel anxious, tired, or unsure of who you are. I believe those patterns of people-pleasing, perfectionism, and disconnecting were never flaws, but the ways you learned to stay safe when you needed it most. They helped you survive, but now they may be leaving you feeling disconnected, resentful, or unsure of how to care for yourself.
She offers in-person and online therapy in the Lower Mainland, the Kootenays, and throughout BC, and supports those navigating stress, anxiety, relationships, self-worth, perfectionism, body image, and life transitions.
To bring in warmth, empathy, and compassion, Haley uses a Person-Centered approach, and will often include work from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment and Relational approaches, and Mindfulness Based Self-Compassion.
She offers in-person and online therapy in the Lower Mainland, the Kootenays, and throughout BC, and supports those navigating stress, anxiety, relationships, self-worth, perfectionism, body image, and life transitions.
To bring in warmth, empathy, and compassion, Haley uses a Person-Centered approach, and will often include work from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment and Relational approaches, and Mindfulness Based Self-Compassion.
Life can be complicated no matter what your age is. Managing life transitions such as becoming a teenager or young adult, a parent, or change in any life routine can be difficult. You may be experiencing stress, anxiety, chronic illness, addiction, or relationship issues. Traumas and life stressors we experience can affect how we feel, think, and connect with others. I aim to help you connect with yourself and others in a way that makes you feel more content and confident in life.
Life can be complicated no matter what your age is. Managing life transitions such as becoming a teenager or young adult, a parent, or change in any life routine can be difficult. You may be experiencing stress, anxiety, chronic illness, addiction, or relationship issues. Traumas and life stressors we experience can affect how we feel, think, and connect with others. I aim to help you connect with yourself and others in a way that makes you feel more content and confident in life.
Sessions are available online or in person with flexible scheduling to fit your needs.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed. I aim to create a safe space where you can explore your experiences without judgment while building on your own strengths. I often integrate EMDR, DBT, ACT, and motivational interviewing to support meaningful change.
I work with adults facing anxiety, depression, grief, substance use, men’s issues, relationship challenges, and the impact of trauma.
Sessions are available online or in person with flexible scheduling to fit your needs.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed. I aim to create a safe space where you can explore your experiences without judgment while building on your own strengths. I often integrate EMDR, DBT, ACT, and motivational interviewing to support meaningful change.
I work with adults facing anxiety, depression, grief, substance use, men’s issues, relationship challenges, and the impact of trauma.
I am a UK qualified clinical psychologist (registered to practice in both BC and Ontario) who relocated to beautiful North Vancouver with my family in 2014. I have 20+ years of clinical experience supporting youth (14+) and adults of all ages with a wide variety of concerns (such as anxiety or depression) particularly in the context of life transitions, including long-term physical health conditions. My clinical practice is evidence-based and collaborative at its core; my goal as a therapist is support you to create and develop a life of meaning and value. Together, we will co-create a therapeutic approach that makes sense to you.
I am a UK qualified clinical psychologist (registered to practice in both BC and Ontario) who relocated to beautiful North Vancouver with my family in 2014. I have 20+ years of clinical experience supporting youth (14+) and adults of all ages with a wide variety of concerns (such as anxiety or depression) particularly in the context of life transitions, including long-term physical health conditions. My clinical practice is evidence-based and collaborative at its core; my goal as a therapist is support you to create and develop a life of meaning and value. Together, we will co-create a therapeutic approach that makes sense to you.
Are you stressed, overwhelmed, or burned out? Are you feeling stuck in your current lifestyle and work situation? Are low mood and anxiety preventing you from enjoying your life? Is it time for you to start prioritizing yourself again? If your answer is “yes” to some or all these questions, I can help.
Are you stressed, overwhelmed, or burned out? Are you feeling stuck in your current lifestyle and work situation? Are low mood and anxiety preventing you from enjoying your life? Is it time for you to start prioritizing yourself again? If your answer is “yes” to some or all these questions, I can help.
I work with individuals and couples who are trying to transcend their dysfunctional patterns and gain a more nunanced understanding of themselves. To get a sense of my approach to therapy go to my social media accounts on instagram or tik tok (aaronjohnstonetherapy).
I work with individuals and couples who are trying to transcend their dysfunctional patterns and gain a more nunanced understanding of themselves. To get a sense of my approach to therapy go to my social media accounts on instagram or tik tok (aaronjohnstonetherapy).
I offer in-person counselling in North Vancouver, as well as phone and secure virtual sessions across British Columbia.
My style is practical, direct, and focused on helping men create real change. Many of the men I work with are doing well on the outside but feel like things are slipping behind the scenes. Stress is building, anger shows up more than you want, drinking is creeping up, or your relationship is getting tense. You keep telling yourself you should be able to handle it. We focus on what is happening now and build clear strategies to regain control, improve relationships, and get life moving in the right direction again.
I offer in-person counselling in North Vancouver, as well as phone and secure virtual sessions across British Columbia.
My style is practical, direct, and focused on helping men create real change. Many of the men I work with are doing well on the outside but feel like things are slipping behind the scenes. Stress is building, anger shows up more than you want, drinking is creeping up, or your relationship is getting tense. You keep telling yourself you should be able to handle it. We focus on what is happening now and build clear strategies to regain control, improve relationships, and get life moving in the right direction again.
Sessions are available in person at Urban Balance Wellness on Lonsdale in North Vancouver, or online for clients aged 8 and up.
I help children, teens, and young adults build confidence, manage anxiety and OCD, regulate emotions, and improve executive functioning.
For ages 4–11, I use play therapy to help children express emotions, process experiences, and develop coping skills through play and imagination.
For ages 11–18, I blend CBT with expressive arts therapy to support emotional expression, stress management, and self-esteem.
For young adults (14–25), I offer coaching and counselling to build self-awareness, confidence, and life direction.
Sessions are available in person at Urban Balance Wellness on Lonsdale in North Vancouver, or online for clients aged 8 and up.
I help children, teens, and young adults build confidence, manage anxiety and OCD, regulate emotions, and improve executive functioning.
For ages 4–11, I use play therapy to help children express emotions, process experiences, and develop coping skills through play and imagination.
For ages 11–18, I blend CBT with expressive arts therapy to support emotional expression, stress management, and self-esteem.
For young adults (14–25), I offer coaching and counselling to build self-awareness, confidence, and life direction.
I support adult issues, male youths from 16 yrs, career and workplace concerns, anxiety, depression, anger management, stress, PTSD, and professional challenges from career moves to senior executive situations.
Having a Certified Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and Certified Executive Coach (CEC), with my experienced background in mental health and business, you can expect a supportive and empowering counselling and coaching experience.
My modalities include solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, internal family systems therapy, brief therapy, and professional coaching.
I support adult issues, male youths from 16 yrs, career and workplace concerns, anxiety, depression, anger management, stress, PTSD, and professional challenges from career moves to senior executive situations.
Having a Certified Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and Certified Executive Coach (CEC), with my experienced background in mental health and business, you can expect a supportive and empowering counselling and coaching experience.
My modalities include solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, internal family systems therapy, brief therapy, and professional coaching.
I am married and a mother of four with personal experience confronting the issues that couples and single parents face in parenting children through youth,adolescence and early adulthood. I have a deep understanding of the complex challenges parents and children must deal with in today's changing world. I also work with families that have been affected by the disease of alcohol and drug addiction. I educate,, give support in recovery and help families adjust to the many changes in family life after a loved one decides to make clean and sober decisions for a new start in life.
I am married and a mother of four with personal experience confronting the issues that couples and single parents face in parenting children through youth,adolescence and early adulthood. I have a deep understanding of the complex challenges parents and children must deal with in today's changing world. I also work with families that have been affected by the disease of alcohol and drug addiction. I educate,, give support in recovery and help families adjust to the many changes in family life after a loved one decides to make clean and sober decisions for a new start in life.
I offer in person & virtual sessions from our central Lonsdale office Tue aft/evenings & Thur days; Wed aft/evening from our West Van office
I work with individuals and couples navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and questions about identity, purpose, and values, often during seasons of change such as career shifts, parenthood, or times of relational loss or transition. My clients are thoughtful, self-aware, and ready to reflect on patterns that may be holding them back. Together, we explore what truly matters, uncover insights from past experiences, and move toward greater clarity, confidence, stronger connections, and a more intentional, fulfilling life.
I offer in person & virtual sessions from our central Lonsdale office Tue aft/evenings & Thur days; Wed aft/evening from our West Van office
I work with individuals and couples navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and questions about identity, purpose, and values, often during seasons of change such as career shifts, parenthood, or times of relational loss or transition. My clients are thoughtful, self-aware, and ready to reflect on patterns that may be holding them back. Together, we explore what truly matters, uncover insights from past experiences, and move toward greater clarity, confidence, stronger connections, and a more intentional, fulfilling life.
My associates, interns and I are all eager to work with you in person, by video to by phone.
I feel it is important to provide a safe and caring therapeutic environment that will allow you to identify and understand the challenges you are facing. I believe that change is possible through focusing on what you bring to each session and working with you to understand and remove barriers on the path to peace, contentment and joy. Currently, my interns and associates are taking new clients or you are welcome to join my waitlist.
My associates, interns and I are all eager to work with you in person, by video to by phone.
I feel it is important to provide a safe and caring therapeutic environment that will allow you to identify and understand the challenges you are facing. I believe that change is possible through focusing on what you bring to each session and working with you to understand and remove barriers on the path to peace, contentment and joy. Currently, my interns and associates are taking new clients or you are welcome to join my waitlist.
I offer counselling in both Farsi and English, online or in person.
Life is complex, and emotional pain is unavoidable. As your therapist, I am here to support you in navigating these complexities. While occasional feelings of sadness or anxiety, and occasional conflicts, are normal, overwhelming or persistent emotional pain may signal deeper issues. Depression, anxiety, PTSD, anger management issues, ongoing relationship problems, and persistent loneliness can indicate that we might need to do more inner work to heal. Psychotherapy helps us uncover the underlying causes of our problems, offering insights into why we experience difficulties and providing guidance on resolving them effectively
I offer counselling in both Farsi and English, online or in person.
Life is complex, and emotional pain is unavoidable. As your therapist, I am here to support you in navigating these complexities. While occasional feelings of sadness or anxiety, and occasional conflicts, are normal, overwhelming or persistent emotional pain may signal deeper issues. Depression, anxiety, PTSD, anger management issues, ongoing relationship problems, and persistent loneliness can indicate that we might need to do more inner work to heal. Psychotherapy helps us uncover the underlying causes of our problems, offering insights into why we experience difficulties and providing guidance on resolving them effectively
Jonah Starr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, RCC
5 Endorsed
North Vancouver, BC V7M
Waitlist for new clients
I offer therapy sessions both in person and online within BC.
Are you or your loved one feeling frustrated, anxious and overwhelmed by negative thoughts and intense emotions? Do you or your loved one struggle with a depressed mood, excessive worries, a traumatic past or feel disconnected from others? Are you coping by avoiding your emotions? This is where engagement in therapy can help. I have been counselling youth, adults and their families for nearly two decades. I take tremendous pride in bringing warmth, skill and humour to the counselling relationship. I am deeply passionate and privileged about walking alongside my clients in their journey to improving their overall well being.
I offer therapy sessions both in person and online within BC.
Are you or your loved one feeling frustrated, anxious and overwhelmed by negative thoughts and intense emotions? Do you or your loved one struggle with a depressed mood, excessive worries, a traumatic past or feel disconnected from others? Are you coping by avoiding your emotions? This is where engagement in therapy can help. I have been counselling youth, adults and their families for nearly two decades. I take tremendous pride in bringing warmth, skill and humour to the counselling relationship. I am deeply passionate and privileged about walking alongside my clients in their journey to improving their overall well being.
The in-person location will be in North Vancouver.
I work from a compassionate, non-judgmental approach, creating a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions. Through my experience as a Special Education Assistant with the North Vancouver School District, I bring a practical, behaviorally informed perspective to my work. I also draw on the Gottman Method when working with couples and have a strong commitment to supporting newcomers, informed by my background in community outreach and my lived experience as a first-generation immigrant. I work with teenagers, newcomers, and adults to foster growth, resilience, and meaningful change.
The in-person location will be in North Vancouver.
I work from a compassionate, non-judgmental approach, creating a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions. Through my experience as a Special Education Assistant with the North Vancouver School District, I bring a practical, behaviorally informed perspective to my work. I also draw on the Gottman Method when working with couples and have a strong commitment to supporting newcomers, informed by my background in community outreach and my lived experience as a first-generation immigrant. I work with teenagers, newcomers, and adults to foster growth, resilience, and meaningful change.
My goal is to help bring out the positive potential of my clients, so they can live a more fulfilled and happier life. I can help with: Depression, Anxiety, Anger management, Parenting skills, Communication skills, Relationship difficulties, Family Therapy, Myers- Briggs Type Indicator Assessments, Strong Interest Inventory Assessments. The clients want to increase their self-esteem, to have better choices, becoming more responsible for our internal world, our own growth towards becoming more fully human, becoming congruent. Congruence is a very important element for progress of treatments. Love & Acceptance & Nurture & Integrity!
My goal is to help bring out the positive potential of my clients, so they can live a more fulfilled and happier life. I can help with: Depression, Anxiety, Anger management, Parenting skills, Communication skills, Relationship difficulties, Family Therapy, Myers- Briggs Type Indicator Assessments, Strong Interest Inventory Assessments. The clients want to increase their self-esteem, to have better choices, becoming more responsible for our internal world, our own growth towards becoming more fully human, becoming congruent. Congruence is a very important element for progress of treatments. Love & Acceptance & Nurture & Integrity!
You may be struggling with confidence and self-esteem, your relationships, your mental health, your physical health, your work, or maybe you have been through something traumatic and need help moving on. Or perhaps you have an uneasy sense that your life could be better than it is right now. I can offer you a safe space to explore yourself and the realities that you are facing in your life, and develop strategies and tools that will help facilitate change. I fit well with people who are looking to deepen their understanding of themselves, and who are ready to find ways to make the changes they crave and need in their lives.
You may be struggling with confidence and self-esteem, your relationships, your mental health, your physical health, your work, or maybe you have been through something traumatic and need help moving on. Or perhaps you have an uneasy sense that your life could be better than it is right now. I can offer you a safe space to explore yourself and the realities that you are facing in your life, and develop strategies and tools that will help facilitate change. I fit well with people who are looking to deepen their understanding of themselves, and who are ready to find ways to make the changes they crave and need in their lives.
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FAQ - About In Person Therapy
What are the benefits of in-person therapy?
In-person therapy offers several benefits that some people find highly valuable for their mental health treatment. Being present in the same room as your therapist can create a stronger sense of connection and allow for more nuanced communication through body language. Some people may also find it easier to focus in therapy when they are in a dedicated space and away from potential distractions related to home or work; attending an in-person session provides a clear boundary between therapy time and the rest of your life. For certain therapeutic approaches, such as Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), exposure therapy, or somatic therapy, being in person may be particularly important, as these therapies benefit from the therapist being able to observe and respond to a client’s physical cues effectively. Additionally, some individuals simply feel more comfortable discussing sensitive or painful topics when they are face-to-face with their therapist rather than on a screen.
When should I choose in-person therapy over online therapy?
In-person therapy may be a better choice when you need a structured therapeutic environment separate from your daily life, when you find it difficult to focus or feel comfortable in an online setting, or when privacy at home is a concern. It may also be more appropriate if you are dealing with severe mental health symptoms that require close monitoring or if your therapy involves approaches that rely heavily on observing physical cues. On the other hand, if convenience, scheduling flexibility, or access to specialists outside your immediate area are priorities, online therapy may be a better fit. Many therapists offer both options, so you can also discuss with a provider which format might work best for your specific situation.
How do I find an in-person therapist?
You can use Psychology Today's therapist directory to find an in-person therapist in your area. You can search by location, insurance accepted, specialty areas, therapeutic approaches, and other criteria to narrow down providers who meet your needs. Each therapist profile includes information about their credentials, areas of expertise, and whether they offer in-person sessions. Once you have identified potential therapists, you can contact them directly through the directory to schedule an initial consultation and determine whether they are a good fit before committing to ongoing treatment. When reaching out, it can be helpful to confirm their availability for in-person appointments, their office location, and whether they accept your insurance.