Asian Therapists in Richmond, BC
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (BCACC) and Registered Social Worker (BCCSW) with over a decade of experience working in acute hospitals, psychiatric units, family counselling clinics and private counselling practices across Hong Kong, Singapore and Canada. I specialised in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and support individuals, couples and families through relational and life challenges.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (BCACC) and Registered Social Worker (BCCSW) with over a decade of experience working in acute hospitals, psychiatric units, family counselling clinics and private counselling practices across Hong Kong, Singapore and Canada. I specialised in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and support individuals, couples and families through relational and life challenges.
Hello! My name is Jessie. Thank you for reaching out to consider if I’m the right counsellor for you. I offer both in-person and virtual sessions, and I work with adults and youth. A little bit about me is that I immigrated to Canada when I was 5, and grew up across 6 different cities. I was also raised in a multi-faith household.
In my own communities, I’ve seen the impact of generations of trauma and low mental health support. It’s not easy trying to navigate everything all at once: your environment, your people, yourself. My hope is to help you write a different future from the history handed to you.
Hello! My name is Jessie. Thank you for reaching out to consider if I’m the right counsellor for you. I offer both in-person and virtual sessions, and I work with adults and youth. A little bit about me is that I immigrated to Canada when I was 5, and grew up across 6 different cities. I was also raised in a multi-faith household.
In my own communities, I’ve seen the impact of generations of trauma and low mental health support. It’s not easy trying to navigate everything all at once: your environment, your people, yourself. My hope is to help you write a different future from the history handed to you.
My expertise is in working with difficulties related to relational dynamics, especially those found in Asian/ Asian North American contexts and families.
I primarily work within a psychodynamic psychotherapy framework. This means we will talk about whatever you wish, but I am always interested in your relational and emotional being as these are keys to your healing. I'm also interested in helping people untangle and develop new perspectives to their past, current, and future faith expressions.
My expertise is in working with difficulties related to relational dynamics, especially those found in Asian/ Asian North American contexts and families.
I primarily work within a psychodynamic psychotherapy framework. This means we will talk about whatever you wish, but I am always interested in your relational and emotional being as these are keys to your healing. I'm also interested in helping people untangle and develop new perspectives to their past, current, and future faith expressions.
I am dedicated to helping you address your concerns and issues and focus on what’s important to you. We do this on your terms and at your pace. Through an effective, non-judgemental, therapeutic relationship, I help you examine the different areas of your life and help you make practical and meaningful changes. Whether you are dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use issues or other concerns, I'll work with you to make the changes you want to see. I am also experienced in providing specialized support to the LGBTQ+ community as well as gender affirming care.
I am dedicated to helping you address your concerns and issues and focus on what’s important to you. We do this on your terms and at your pace. Through an effective, non-judgemental, therapeutic relationship, I help you examine the different areas of your life and help you make practical and meaningful changes. Whether you are dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use issues or other concerns, I'll work with you to make the changes you want to see. I am also experienced in providing specialized support to the LGBTQ+ community as well as gender affirming care.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by stress, stuck in patterns you cannot seem to change, or unsure how to communicate your needs in important relationships. Relationship difficulties, family pressure, anxiety, chronic health concerns, or major life transitions can leave you feeling disconnected from yourself and others.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by stress, stuck in patterns you cannot seem to change, or unsure how to communicate your needs in important relationships. Relationship difficulties, family pressure, anxiety, chronic health concerns, or major life transitions can leave you feeling disconnected from yourself and others.
I think every person has issues from time to time in their life that may benefit from the support of a non-judgemental and non-biased opinion. I believe that I can help you work through your difficulties by helping you find solutions to those problems. It is my goal to offer you with the tools and techniques needed to attain your entire personal well-being. My approach is laid-back and simple that is often comfortable for clients. I offer individual counseling for anxiety, depression and relationship issues. Also for couple/marital relationship conflict. My life/work experience is what I can offer to my clients.
I think every person has issues from time to time in their life that may benefit from the support of a non-judgemental and non-biased opinion. I believe that I can help you work through your difficulties by helping you find solutions to those problems. It is my goal to offer you with the tools and techniques needed to attain your entire personal well-being. My approach is laid-back and simple that is often comfortable for clients. I offer individual counseling for anxiety, depression and relationship issues. Also for couple/marital relationship conflict. My life/work experience is what I can offer to my clients.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by a life transition, struggling with burnout or relationships, or finding yourself questioning where you’re headed next, you don’t have to figure it all out on your own. Perhaps you’ve been carrying a lot for a long time, feel disconnected from yourself, or are trying to make sense of who you are and what you want. Therapy can offer a space to slow down and explore what matters to you.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by a life transition, struggling with burnout or relationships, or finding yourself questioning where you’re headed next, you don’t have to figure it all out on your own. Perhaps you’ve been carrying a lot for a long time, feel disconnected from yourself, or are trying to make sense of who you are and what you want. Therapy can offer a space to slow down and explore what matters to you.
I am also pleased to provide services in Chinese (Cantonese & Mandarin)
I have an integrative approach in psychotherapy, drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), and mindfulness-based interventions. More importantly, I believe in a collaborative approach with my clients; trust and respect are essential components in my work.
I am also pleased to provide services in Chinese (Cantonese & Mandarin)
I have an integrative approach in psychotherapy, drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), and mindfulness-based interventions. More importantly, I believe in a collaborative approach with my clients; trust and respect are essential components in my work.
If you have been feeling distant from your partner or finding that your conflicts go around in circles, I am the right therapist for you. Regardless of the specific issue, I find that one thing can often be missing—a close connection, a secure attachment, or sometimes it’s that “spark” that brought them together initially. Through communication and other skills, I support couples in rebuilding that connection. Once this foundation is established, the couples often share that they feel softer and more endearing toward each other, naturally becoming more open to exploring new ways to solve the old issues.
If you have been feeling distant from your partner or finding that your conflicts go around in circles, I am the right therapist for you. Regardless of the specific issue, I find that one thing can often be missing—a close connection, a secure attachment, or sometimes it’s that “spark” that brought them together initially. Through communication and other skills, I support couples in rebuilding that connection. Once this foundation is established, the couples often share that they feel softer and more endearing toward each other, naturally becoming more open to exploring new ways to solve the old issues.
I provide a warm and quiet place for you to uncover the wisdom in your life. The struggles we face are opportunities to discover new horizons of meaning, perspectives that give way to purpose. I believe in building trust and rapport in the therapeutic relationship, so that each client can claim their healing and forge their paths forward. I work with those who struggle with stress, anxiety, life transitions, lifestyle (sleep, exercise, routines) and relationship issues. I also work with couples who struggle to change negative patterns in their relationships.
I provide a warm and quiet place for you to uncover the wisdom in your life. The struggles we face are opportunities to discover new horizons of meaning, perspectives that give way to purpose. I believe in building trust and rapport in the therapeutic relationship, so that each client can claim their healing and forge their paths forward. I work with those who struggle with stress, anxiety, life transitions, lifestyle (sleep, exercise, routines) and relationship issues. I also work with couples who struggle to change negative patterns in their relationships.
I am a student counsellor completing my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University, and I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Simon Fraser University. My passion for counselling began through personal experiences supporting family members and friends as they navigated mental health challenges. These formative experiences instilled in me a deep belief in the healing power of connection and the importance of creating a space where people feel genuinely seen, heard, and supported.
I am a student counsellor completing my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University, and I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Simon Fraser University. My passion for counselling began through personal experiences supporting family members and friends as they navigated mental health challenges. These formative experiences instilled in me a deep belief in the healing power of connection and the importance of creating a space where people feel genuinely seen, heard, and supported.
I provide my patients with a safe, warm and judgment-free environment to discuss their most personal and intimate life struggles. Our sense of love and belonging is fundamental to reaching our potential. I work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families who face a range of mental health and relationship concerns including but not limited to; anxiety, depression, panic, Autism, ADHD, ADD, BPD, OCD, eating disorders, Complex/ childhood traumas, PTSD, dissociation, DID, parent-child/family conflict, parenting, self-harm, self-esteem, identity, grief & loss, addictions, burnout, Third Culture Identity & spiritual development.
I provide my patients with a safe, warm and judgment-free environment to discuss their most personal and intimate life struggles. Our sense of love and belonging is fundamental to reaching our potential. I work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families who face a range of mental health and relationship concerns including but not limited to; anxiety, depression, panic, Autism, ADHD, ADD, BPD, OCD, eating disorders, Complex/ childhood traumas, PTSD, dissociation, DID, parent-child/family conflict, parenting, self-harm, self-esteem, identity, grief & loss, addictions, burnout, Third Culture Identity & spiritual development.
I work with many who identify as Asian men, but my practice is welcoming to people of all genders and ethnicities.
My work is grounded in attachment-based, trauma-informed, and somatic approaches that integrate mind–body awareness. I draw from Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Attachment Theory, Narrative and Existential Therapy, and CBT. I also offer preparation and integration support for psychedelic-assisted therapy, with cultural awareness and meaningful connection.
I work with many who identify as Asian men, but my practice is welcoming to people of all genders and ethnicities.
My work is grounded in attachment-based, trauma-informed, and somatic approaches that integrate mind–body awareness. I draw from Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Attachment Theory, Narrative and Existential Therapy, and CBT. I also offer preparation and integration support for psychedelic-assisted therapy, with cultural awareness and meaningful connection.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and approved clinical supervisor with 40 years of experience as a social worker and clinical counsellor serving clients from diverse backgrounds. I am an approved service provider for the Crime Victim Assistance Program (CVAP) and ICBC clients.
For over 30 years, I have worked with immigrants, refugees, and international students, guiding them through the challenges of settling in Canada and supporting their mental well-being.
I worked at The Canadian Red Cross and managed a team of volunteers that provided emotional support to parents and caregivers dealing with critically ill children.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and approved clinical supervisor with 40 years of experience as a social worker and clinical counsellor serving clients from diverse backgrounds. I am an approved service provider for the Crime Victim Assistance Program (CVAP) and ICBC clients.
For over 30 years, I have worked with immigrants, refugees, and international students, guiding them through the challenges of settling in Canada and supporting their mental well-being.
I worked at The Canadian Red Cross and managed a team of volunteers that provided emotional support to parents and caregivers dealing with critically ill children.
You may be feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns that you understand intellectually but still struggle to change. Past experiences may continue to shape how you feel, relate to others, or respond to stress. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, trauma-related concerns, and substance use recovery. Together, we look beyond symptoms to understand the emotions and experiences beneath them, process what remains unsettled, and develop healthier ways of relating to yourself and others.
You may be feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns that you understand intellectually but still struggle to change. Past experiences may continue to shape how you feel, relate to others, or respond to stress. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, trauma-related concerns, and substance use recovery. Together, we look beyond symptoms to understand the emotions and experiences beneath them, process what remains unsettled, and develop healthier ways of relating to yourself and others.
I am a mother, daughter, wife, and first-generation Chinese immigrant with 10 years of experience in education.
Maybe you're navigating work/school stress, family relationships, boundary setting, parenthood, or neurodivergence — or perhaps you're a parent concerned about your child’s social-emotional skills, ADHD, autism, depression, or anxiety. Through genuine compassion and empathy, I help children, youth, and adults identify challenges, learn coping strategies, and nurture change.
I am a mother, daughter, wife, and first-generation Chinese immigrant with 10 years of experience in education.
Maybe you're navigating work/school stress, family relationships, boundary setting, parenthood, or neurodivergence — or perhaps you're a parent concerned about your child’s social-emotional skills, ADHD, autism, depression, or anxiety. Through genuine compassion and empathy, I help children, youth, and adults identify challenges, learn coping strategies, and nurture 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.
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.
“Healing is a beautiful ray of light that you simply need to reach your hand toward.” I believe your personal understanding of your life experiences is of great value, and I am dedicated to collaborating closely with you to tailor a counselling strategy that suits your needs. Viviana deeply appreciates the opportunity to assist clients in fostering self-awareness, self-empathy, and the path to healing, as well as in implementing practical solutions to make everyday tasks more manageable.
“Healing is a beautiful ray of light that you simply need to reach your hand toward.” I believe your personal understanding of your life experiences is of great value, and I am dedicated to collaborating closely with you to tailor a counselling strategy that suits your needs. Viviana deeply appreciates the opportunity to assist clients in fostering self-awareness, self-empathy, and the path to healing, as well as in implementing practical solutions to make everyday tasks more manageable.
If you find yourself feeling scattered and overwhelmed, wanting to make changes in your life but not sure how, we may be a good fit for each other. My ideal client is someone who is thoughtful and self-aware, yet stuck—held back by anxiety, perfectionism, self-doubt, or the weight of other people’s expectations. They may be going through a major life transition, navigating a relationship shift, or simply realizing that the ways they've been coping no longer feel sustainable. They want to feel more like themselves again, or maybe discover who that self really is for the first time.
If you find yourself feeling scattered and overwhelmed, wanting to make changes in your life but not sure how, we may be a good fit for each other. My ideal client is someone who is thoughtful and self-aware, yet stuck—held back by anxiety, perfectionism, self-doubt, or the weight of other people’s expectations. They may be going through a major life transition, navigating a relationship shift, or simply realizing that the ways they've been coping no longer feel sustainable. They want to feel more like themselves again, or maybe discover who that self really is for the first time.
20+ years ago, I went to counselling school thinking that I would learn everything there is to learn, graduate, and help everyone who comes my way. When I carried my mission into my first counselling job, I quickly learned that I could not help just about everyone. I could only help those who wished to be helped. It is so good that you are browsing the internet looking for help. This awareness that something is not working in your life and the openness to see someone is the first step to making meaningful changes. If you are looking for consistency and honest feedback, then I may be a good fit for you.
20+ years ago, I went to counselling school thinking that I would learn everything there is to learn, graduate, and help everyone who comes my way. When I carried my mission into my first counselling job, I quickly learned that I could not help just about everyone. I could only help those who wished to be helped. It is so good that you are browsing the internet looking for help. This awareness that something is not working in your life and the openness to see someone is the first step to making meaningful changes. If you are looking for consistency and honest feedback, then I may be a good fit for you.
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