Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Downtown, Vancouver, BC
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Rachelle Buck
Counsellor, MC, RCC
Verified
Verified
I use a variety of evidence-based modalities including EMDR, IFS, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, CBT,
DBT
and Mindful Self Compassion.
Hello there! My name is Rachelle and I'm a Registered Clinical Counsellor (14415) with the BCACC. I have over 15 years working in the mental health and addictions field both as a counsellor and as a psychiatric nurse. I have always had a desire to connect and help others with their struggles, and have worked with a wide variety of folks over the years, including people who experience suicidal thinking, depression, anxiety, trauma (both PTSD and complex), substance use/recovery, and grief/loss. I provide a safe and supportive space so for you to explore your internal experience and move closer to your goals and living more fully.
April Griffin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I work on building on your strengths to equip you with skills (
DBT
/CBT) and internal resources to handle the storms of life.
Do you struggle with intense emotions ? You are not alone. I am here to walk you through the process of understanding your emotions and triggers, finding new ways to deal with the present and understand the impact of your past negative life experiences. For over 10 years I have helped people just like you find their way to a life of greater emotional balance.
NewVista
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I use an integrative therapeutic approach, drawing on my training in
Dialectical
Behavioural Therapy (
DBT
), Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (SP) depending on your needs and goals for therapy.
Most people have experienced challenges in their life - whether it be traumatic event(s) and/or wounds from some of our most important relationships- and it is normal to feel stuck, lost, or confused as result of what we have experienced. People have the resources and inner wisdom to heal and by working together we can integrate those painful experiences so they do not remain in the present causing emotional pain and disturbance. I embody a calm and approachable nature as I believe that profound healing can happen in the safety of a therapeutic relationship.
Kezia Perrault
Counsellor, MEd, CCC, RCC, CCTP
Verified
Verified
I am experienced in evidenced-based therapies: EMDR, CBT,
DBT
Skills, Mindfulness & Creative Interventions.
Spots Available. Overwhelmed with anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, addictions? Ready to deal with your negative beliefs (i.e. I'm not good enough, I'm worthless) and traumatic past? In order to lead from within, you need a safe space to be heard, and to be understood - to heal the pain & grief. As an EMDR therapist, I work with adults who are tired of feeling stuck and ready to have clarity, self-compassion, and creativity back in their lives. I walk alongside you to understand you BEYOND diagnosis, negative thoughts and beliefs, and overwhelming feelings. Learn how to desensitize overwhelming emotions and reprocess wounding.
Mila Loskutova
Counsellor, MC, RCC
Verified
Verified
I draw upon mindfulness,
dialectical
behavioral therapy (
DBT
), and CBT approaches.
Do you feel like sometimes you’re at the whims of your own mind? Do you struggle with intrusive thoughts, heavy emotions, or feeling overwhelmed and not in control of your life? I work with teens, pre-teens, and adults of all ages experiencing depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma, and life transitions. I am particularly passionate about working with lgbtqia+ folks and helping explore issues of identity and belonging.
Premila Markan
Counsellor, MC, RCC, CCC
Verified
Verified
She uses a range of approaches from Narrative to Solution-Focused to Motivational Interviewing to Cognitive Behavioural &
Dialectical
Behavioural Talk Therapies and Meditation Mindfulness practices to help clients achieve the life goals they seek.
Person centred counselling with a caring and competent counsellor who is passionate about helping others. With a Master of Counselling degree and years of experience working with those in need, Premila is dedicated to empathizing, listening carefully and providing non-judgemental assistance to all of her clients.
Corey Chan
Counsellor, MEd, RCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT),
Dialectical
Behaviour Therapy (
DBT
), Solution Focused, Person Centred, Mindfulness and other modalities are customized to aid in your treatment.
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.
Homa Papaei
Counsellor, MEd, RCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Depending on what is most applicable to the client, she uses a combination of Trauma-informed CBT, Mindfulness, Emotional Family Focus therapy, EFFT, and
Dialectical
Behavioral Therapy (
DBT
) approaches.
Homa Papaei is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a Master in Counselling Psychology from University of British Columbia (UBC). She is a wholehearted, centred and Compassionate counsellor with over fifteen years of experience supporting individuals to connect with themselves. Homa believes that each person can work through their negative thoughts or experiences to live life in a meaningful way. She believes that her role as a counsellor is to explore with the client the different pieces of their life and understand how those pieces function together.
Monique Wong
Counsellor, RCC, CCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I adopt a blend of narrative and existential therapeutic approaches, and draw on a variety of other therapeutic techniques including mindfulness self-compassion, acceptance & commitment theory,
dialectical
behavior therapy (
DBT
), play and art therapies, and cognitive behavior approach (CBT).
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.
Melanie Adamsons
Counsellor, RCC
Verified
Verified
I work from a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and
Dialectical
Behaviour Therapy (
DBT
) framework and have experience facilitating
DBT
skills groups.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC). I hold a bachelor’s degree from the University of Toronto and a master’s degree from the University of Northern British Columbia and am passionate about providing person-centered and trauma-informed care to client's with diverse mental health needs. I have experience providing compassionate care and support to those who are struggling with mood and anxiety disorders, emotional dysregulation, and relationship issues. I have a special interest in working with those who engage in self-harm behaviours.
Waitlist for new clients
Clayre Sessoms
Counsellor, MCP-AT, RCC, CCC, RP (Q)
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I guide you through life's challenges with warmth and empathy, using Sensorimotor Psychotherapy,
DBT
mindfulness skills, EMDR, and Dr.
As a trans, queer, and blind psychotherapist, I offer a distinctive approach to therapy, fostering deep connections with clients. I work with older teens and adults identifying as trans, nonbinary, gender non-conforming, or questioning, and address concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, isolation, past harm, stress, and shame. You seek a therapist who empathizes with your experience both personally and professionally. Whether you're contemplating, undergoing, or have completed your gender transition, or pursuing unrelated matters, I provide an accessible virtual space to explore your emotions, thoughts, and life perspectives.
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Counsellor, MACP, RCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I draw from a number of therapeutic approaches in guiding my practice and tailoring support for the people I meet, including: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy,
Dialectical
Behavioural Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Emotion-Focused Family Therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with over 20 years experience working with children, youth and adults in frontline and clinical settings offering individual, couple, and family counselling as well as coaching and consultation for parents and caregivers. I also bring my personal journey to my practice. I work collaboratively in exploring and understanding individuals, as well as developing a plan that is person centered.
Emergence Counselling & Wellness Inc.
Counsellor, RCC, CCC, RPsych
Verified
Verified
They utilize a number of evidence-based therapies including EMDR, CBT,
DBT
, mindfulness, and others to help you heal, reach your goals, and cultivate well-being.
We specialize in working with those who are suffering from past and recent trauma, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. We use modalities such as EMDR Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Experiential Therapies. Putting these powerful healing modalities to work towards your well being is our passion. Tap into our expertise and emerge into your potential!
Paul Ona
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified
Verified
Paul utilize evidence-based therapies, such as CBT,
DBT
and mindfulness-based techniques.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor in British Columbia whose primary focus is to help individuals overcome a wide range of mental health challenges such as Anxiety, ADHD, Depression, Trauma and attachment issues.
Irmak Erdal
Counsellor, MCP, RCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
These may include evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT),
Dialectical
Behavior Therapy (
DBT
), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), as well as Mindfulness-based therapy.
You may be feeling overwhelmed or stuck and need practical tools and guidance to cope and overcome. As your counsellor, I will meet you where you are and work at your pace. We can work together in a safe, non-judgmental space to help you build resilience, feel more in control, and develop healthier relationships. My goal is to help you achieve greater peace of mind, deepen self-awareness, and improve your overall quality of life. I am experienced in working with issues around self-esteem, ADHD/ADD, addiction, trauma, conflict in relationships, anxiety and depression.
Alexandria Butterfield
Counsellor, RCC , MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I also incorporate principles of CBT,
DBT
and expressive arts therapies depending on your preference.
While recovery is challenging, one of my greatest passions as a counsellor is helping clients develop tools and gain insight so that they no longer lean on disordered eating behaviours. My approach is compassionate and collaborative. Everyone's journey is different, and so I tailor my work to each individual to help you reach your recovery goals. Having worked as a therapist at multiple eating disorder treatment programs (including treating ARFID), I apply this expertise into my work. I also incorporate body liberation and Health at Every Size in working with clients.
Not accepting new clients
Sean Heaslip Counselling
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I have completed levels 1 & 2 of Emotion Focused Therapy training, and a
DBT
skills course.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor holding a Master's degree in Counselling psychology, and a current PhD candidate in Counselling Psychology at UBC completing my pre-doctoral internship year. My PhD education has increased to my clinical effectiveness, and will lead to registration as a psychologist after graduation. Much of my clinical experience has been trauma focused, providing individual/group counselling to survivors of sexual abuse as well as clients experiencing issues with depression, anxiety, gender identity, grief and loss, disability, emotional regulation, identity, relationship, communication and family.
SK Counselling
Counsellor, RCC, JD, MBA
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Integrative approaches based on Rogerian Principles, Gottman Couples' Therapy, Adlerian Therapy, REBT, Feminism, Narrative Therapy, CBT,
DBT
, Family Systems, Art Therapy, and Behavioural Therapy.
My counselling aims to help you deal with and overcome issues that are causing emotional pain or making you feel uncomfortable. I provide a safe and regular space for you to talk and explore difficult feelings. By discussing your concerns with you, I can help you gain a better understanding of your feelings and thought processes, as well as identifying ways of finding your own solutions to problems. It can be a great relief to share your worries and fears with someone who acknowledges your feelings and is able to help you reach a positive solution.
Jeremy Williams
Counsellor, CCAC, RPC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
When working with Jeremy, you can expect to be treated with unconditional positive regard, a trauma informed approach, and inclusion of solid models of therapies such as solution focused, strengths based, motivational interviewing, somatic, EFT/TFT, and the fundamentals of cognitive behavioural therapy and
dialectical
behavioural therapy.
Jeremy Williams is an engaging, competent, passionate, and dynamic Registered Professional Counsellor and a Canadian Certified Addiction Counsellor who specializes in individual counselling stress, anxiety, depression, and general mental health, as well as addictions counselling, recovery education, group therapy, psychological first aid, and both EFT and TFT.
Keturah Wong
Counsellor, MSc, MA, CCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My training includes psychodynamic, narrative and somatic approaches, CFT, SFT and
DBT
.
The human experience is infinite in complexity, diversity and meaning. The nature of concerns bringing a person into therapy can be equally complex, and is rarely as simple as a behaviour, diagnosis, relationship problem or a life event. I have over a decade of experience helping people to work through a range of concerns including: relationship issues, Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, BPD (CPTSD), and Bereavement/ Suicide Bereavement. If any of these present a struggle in your life, I would be honoured to hear from you and work together towards finding some healthy, sustainable relief and building a life that feels meaningful to you.
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Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Counsellors
Who is DBT for?
DBT is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.
Why do people need DBT?
The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behaviour and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.
What happens in DBT?
Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behaviour, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
How long does DBT last?
Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioural change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behaviour; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.