Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Vancouver, BC
If you are working towards eating disorder recovery, body image and body acceptance, and redefining your relationships with food, I can help.
The important thing in my practice is uncovering what works for you. I am committed to creating a practice that centers decolonization, intersectional feminism, anti-oppressive frameworks and transformative justice in a trauma informed way. Most importantly, I believe that you as a client are not responsible for my education regarding your identities.
If you are working towards eating disorder recovery, body image and body acceptance, and redefining your relationships with food, I can help.
The important thing in my practice is uncovering what works for you. I am committed to creating a practice that centers decolonization, intersectional feminism, anti-oppressive frameworks and transformative justice in a trauma informed way. Most importantly, I believe that you as a client are not responsible for my education regarding your identities.
We are living in extremely challenging times - witnessing the rise of fascism, genocides, war, displacement, and climate change. For BIPOC, LGBTQIA2S+, women, people with mental health issues, and others of marginalized identities, it is exhausting to exist in this colonial & capitalist world. These systems were not built for us. They constantly extract from us and undermine our worth. It is important to know that you matter and deserve to be heard in a space that does not blame you for not doing or being enough. I support people of marginalized identities & allies to process their grief, honour their rage, and heal their wounds.
We are living in extremely challenging times - witnessing the rise of fascism, genocides, war, displacement, and climate change. For BIPOC, LGBTQIA2S+, women, people with mental health issues, and others of marginalized identities, it is exhausting to exist in this colonial & capitalist world. These systems were not built for us. They constantly extract from us and undermine our worth. It is important to know that you matter and deserve to be heard in a space that does not blame you for not doing or being enough. I support people of marginalized identities & allies to process their grief, honour their rage, and heal their wounds.
Some approaches I draw from are include CBT, ACT, and Anti Oppression Psychotherapy.
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.
Some approaches I draw from are include CBT, ACT, and Anti Oppression Psychotherapy.
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.
I am a Trauma Informed Registered Clinical Counsellor. I have spent my career serving & supporting a diverse populations of youth, adults and families in government, community non-profit & private practice. When working with you, I strive to build a genuine and therapeutic relationship which fosters a safe environment for exploration, learning, healing and empowerment. I have a full-time private practice with very limited availability, currently accepting clients on a case by case basis.
I am a Trauma Informed Registered Clinical Counsellor. I have spent my career serving & supporting a diverse populations of youth, adults and families in government, community non-profit & private practice. When working with you, I strive to build a genuine and therapeutic relationship which fosters a safe environment for exploration, learning, healing and empowerment. I have a full-time private practice with very limited availability, currently accepting clients on a case by case basis.
My work is informed by emotion-focused and acceptance-based theories of counselling with a particular emphasis on the exploring the experience of mind-body connection.
Hi! I’m Alex! I am excited about helping all sorts of folks navigate life’s challenges with empathy and understanding; my approach is client-centred and grounded in fostering trust and empowerment through the work we do in therapy. My goal is to meet you where you are at and to work collaboratively to help you to cultivate feelings of purpose, calm and emotional flexibility. As an intern counsellor my methods are based in anti-oppressive and trauma-informed practices and are guided by the philosophy of holism. In counselling I aim to help integrate all aspects of your life and to attend to you completely as we navigate life together
My work is informed by emotion-focused and acceptance-based theories of counselling with a particular emphasis on the exploring the experience of mind-body connection.
Hi! I’m Alex! I am excited about helping all sorts of folks navigate life’s challenges with empathy and understanding; my approach is client-centred and grounded in fostering trust and empowerment through the work we do in therapy. My goal is to meet you where you are at and to work collaboratively to help you to cultivate feelings of purpose, calm and emotional flexibility. As an intern counsellor my methods are based in anti-oppressive and trauma-informed practices and are guided by the philosophy of holism. In counselling I aim to help integrate all aspects of your life and to attend to you completely as we navigate life together
One of the greatest trials and rewards is to feel a sense of ease in your life and with who you are. If you’re here, it’s likely something is blocking you from this ease - trauma, anxiety, depression, or past relationships. While you may appear to have it all together, you know something is missing. Like many others, you might find it difficult to be vulnerable or lean on others, yet you face challenges in managing your emotions or experiences alone. Some days you may feel empty or numb, and at times worry, sadness or anger consume you for no apparent reason. You may feel alone and disconnected from others or who you once were.
One of the greatest trials and rewards is to feel a sense of ease in your life and with who you are. If you’re here, it’s likely something is blocking you from this ease - trauma, anxiety, depression, or past relationships. While you may appear to have it all together, you know something is missing. Like many others, you might find it difficult to be vulnerable or lean on others, yet you face challenges in managing your emotions or experiences alone. Some days you may feel empty or numb, and at times worry, sadness or anger consume you for no apparent reason. You may feel alone and disconnected from others or who you once were.
If you're struggling in relationships or with anything related to your sexuality, you are in the right place. These topics can be difficult to experience, and scary to discuss, so having a counsellor or therapist who can discuss these topics openly is important. Whether you are attending counselling as an individual or together with another person/people, taking this first step is important. Perhaps the passionate energy is gone, or maybe you don't even recognize the person you sleep next to anymore. Seeking support, this moment right here, is the most important thing you can be doing. You don't have to do this alone.
If you're struggling in relationships or with anything related to your sexuality, you are in the right place. These topics can be difficult to experience, and scary to discuss, so having a counsellor or therapist who can discuss these topics openly is important. Whether you are attending counselling as an individual or together with another person/people, taking this first step is important. Perhaps the passionate energy is gone, or maybe you don't even recognize the person you sleep next to anymore. Seeking support, this moment right here, is the most important thing you can be doing. You don't have to do this alone.
My individual work is informed mainly by Schema Therapy, ACT, and relational thinking.
You may be looking for therapy because something has become difficult to manage. It may be anxiety, depression, loneliness, relationship conflict, pressure at work, grief, immigration-related stress, or feeling not quite yourself. Sometimes the problem is clear; sometimes it is harder to put into words. I focus on understanding what brings you here and what kind of help you need. My postdoctoral research at the University of Calgary on romantic relationships and conflict also informs my attention to close relationships and romantic bonds.
My individual work is informed mainly by Schema Therapy, ACT, and relational thinking.
You may be looking for therapy because something has become difficult to manage. It may be anxiety, depression, loneliness, relationship conflict, pressure at work, grief, immigration-related stress, or feeling not quite yourself. Sometimes the problem is clear; sometimes it is harder to put into words. I focus on understanding what brings you here and what kind of help you need. My postdoctoral research at the University of Calgary on romantic relationships and conflict also informs my attention to close relationships and romantic bonds.
You may feel overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, relationship pain, or the weight of trying to hold everything together on your own. Perhaps you’ve spent years people-pleasing, overthinking, surviving difficult relationships, or disconnecting from yourself just to get through the day. Many of the clients I work with feel exhausted, emotionally stuck, uncertain of who they are beneath life’s pressures, or trapped in painful patterns they can’t seem to break. Whether you’re struggling with depression, perfectionism, addiction, narcissistic abuse, PTSD, dissociation, grief, or childhood trauma, you don’t have to navigate it alone.
You may feel overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, relationship pain, or the weight of trying to hold everything together on your own. Perhaps you’ve spent years people-pleasing, overthinking, surviving difficult relationships, or disconnecting from yourself just to get through the day. Many of the clients I work with feel exhausted, emotionally stuck, uncertain of who they are beneath life’s pressures, or trapped in painful patterns they can’t seem to break. Whether you’re struggling with depression, perfectionism, addiction, narcissistic abuse, PTSD, dissociation, grief, or childhood trauma, you don’t have to navigate it alone.
You know what you want. You keep doing the opposite. You've done the reading, noticed the pattern, and yet there you are again, pulling away when someone gets close, repeating the argument you swore you wouldn't have, returning to the habit you wanted to leave. That gap between knowing and doing is rarely a discipline problem. It usually means different parts of you want different things. I work with self-aware adults and couples who are tired of insight that doesn't translate. Together we slow things down, look at what these patterns are protecting, and build a different relationship with them.
You know what you want. You keep doing the opposite. You've done the reading, noticed the pattern, and yet there you are again, pulling away when someone gets close, repeating the argument you swore you wouldn't have, returning to the habit you wanted to leave. That gap between knowing and doing is rarely a discipline problem. It usually means different parts of you want different things. I work with self-aware adults and couples who are tired of insight that doesn't translate. Together we slow things down, look at what these patterns are protecting, and build a different relationship with them.
Her current practice includes tools from cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy ( ACT), and somatic and attachment-based approaches.
Joni supports clients in cultivating greater self-compassion, healthier coping skills, emotional resilience, clarity on relational patterns, and other tools for navigating change.
Her current practice includes tools from cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy ( ACT), and somatic and attachment-based approaches.
Joni supports clients in cultivating greater self-compassion, healthier coping skills, emotional resilience, clarity on relational patterns, and other tools for navigating change.
I’m Danielle a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) in good standing with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC). I hold a Master’s Degree in Counselling from Simon Fraser University (SFU), as well as a Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy (OT) from University of British Columbia (UBC).
A little about me – I grew up in Vancouver and I love our city. I live downtown with my husband and two cats (Samuel L Catson & The Jetpack) and my passions are food, films, and yoga. I began my career in healthcare as an Occupational Therapist (OT), and I’ve helped people with a broad range of mental and physical health concerns.
I’m Danielle a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) in good standing with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC). I hold a Master’s Degree in Counselling from Simon Fraser University (SFU), as well as a Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy (OT) from University of British Columbia (UBC).
A little about me – I grew up in Vancouver and I love our city. I live downtown with my husband and two cats (Samuel L Catson & The Jetpack) and my passions are food, films, and yoga. I began my career in healthcare as an Occupational Therapist (OT), and I’ve helped people with a broad range of mental and physical health concerns.
Are you struggling with a less visible health condition, "feeling stuck", or having difficulty improving your health? I specialize in empowering persons to get "back to better living" through a practical, mindful, and holistic approach. With expertise in working with persons with concussion, long COVID, ME, perimenopause, pain, anxiety, ADHD, and executive functioning challenges. I provide the knowledge, skills, habits, and confidence to successfully self-manage and move forward. My approach is tailored to each individual, whether you are experiencing cognitive fatigue, poor sleep, issues with time management, or sensitivities.
Are you struggling with a less visible health condition, "feeling stuck", or having difficulty improving your health? I specialize in empowering persons to get "back to better living" through a practical, mindful, and holistic approach. With expertise in working with persons with concussion, long COVID, ME, perimenopause, pain, anxiety, ADHD, and executive functioning challenges. I provide the knowledge, skills, habits, and confidence to successfully self-manage and move forward. My approach is tailored to each individual, whether you are experiencing cognitive fatigue, poor sleep, issues with time management, or sensitivities.
I offer counselling to self-identifying women, men, and folks who are gender non-conforming. I seek to provide a space of authenticity, safety and groundedness where clients feel safe to explore their inner experiences. I take a compassionate, authentic and non-judgmental approach when working with clients. I believe each person has the capability to heal and warrants having someone with them on the journey through the exploration and discovery of their authentic self.
I offer counselling to self-identifying women, men, and folks who are gender non-conforming. I seek to provide a space of authenticity, safety and groundedness where clients feel safe to explore their inner experiences. I take a compassionate, authentic and non-judgmental approach when working with clients. I believe each person has the capability to heal and warrants having someone with them on the journey through the exploration and discovery of their authentic self.
Drawing on evidence-based approaches such as CBT, ACT, interpersonal, and mindfulness-based therapy, I help clients build emotional resilience, develop healthier patterns in relationships and daily life, and feel more at ease.
Do you struggle with managing anxiety, OCD, trauma, chronic pain, sleep difficulties or high performance demands? My work supports emotional resilience, stress management, and healthier relationships through individual and couples therapy.
Drawing on evidence-based approaches such as CBT, ACT, interpersonal, and mindfulness-based therapy, I help clients build emotional resilience, develop healthier patterns in relationships and daily life, and feel more at ease.
Do you struggle with managing anxiety, OCD, trauma, chronic pain, sleep difficulties or high performance demands? My work supports emotional resilience, stress management, and healthier relationships through individual and couples therapy.
Are you struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, or emotional and personal challenges? As a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor with ACCT - Association of Cooperative Counselling Therapists of Canada, I am here to help.
Are you struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, or emotional and personal challenges? As a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor with ACCT - Association of Cooperative Counselling Therapists of Canada, I am here to help.
I often use an integrative therapeutic approach in my practice, incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
I have been providing culturally sensitive care, in English, Mandarin, and Japanese, since 2018. My practice supports individuals and families facing a wide range of challenges, as well as mental health issues affecting immigrants, refugees, and Indigenous communities. I provide compassionate, culturally sensitive counselling that values your unique story and supports your personal growth and well-being.
I often use an integrative therapeutic approach in my practice, incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
I have been providing culturally sensitive care, in English, Mandarin, and Japanese, since 2018. My practice supports individuals and families facing a wide range of challenges, as well as mental health issues affecting immigrants, refugees, and Indigenous communities. I provide compassionate, culturally sensitive counselling that values your unique story and supports your personal growth and well-being.
As somebody who has spent many hours on the other side of the couch, I understand how vulnerable the process can be. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Certified Sexologist that works both with individuals and couples. While my area of focus is in sex therapy, I often find taking a holistic approach towards healing to be most effective. Our work will be tailored to your needs as I do not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. I am solutions-focused so our sessions will often incorporate tools to take outside of the therapy room.
As somebody who has spent many hours on the other side of the couch, I understand how vulnerable the process can be. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Certified Sexologist that works both with individuals and couples. While my area of focus is in sex therapy, I often find taking a holistic approach towards healing to be most effective. Our work will be tailored to your needs as I do not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. I am solutions-focused so our sessions will often incorporate tools to take outside of the therapy room.
I explore this using a combination of somatic and thought-based approaches, including Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
We all know the classic image of therapy: sitting in a dimly lit room, across from a stranger with a notepad, telling them your secrets. It can feel scary! But so can feeling lost and out of control of your life. Sometimes, for reasons we know and for reasons we don’t, our emotions run the show. I facilitate a space of trust, compassion, and humor, to guide you in regaining control. I am familiar working with all ages, and most commonly young adults, to learn to manage stressful times, regulate overwhelming feelings such as anxiety and depression, navigate relationships, develop a strong sense of identity, and improve self-esteem.
I explore this using a combination of somatic and thought-based approaches, including Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
We all know the classic image of therapy: sitting in a dimly lit room, across from a stranger with a notepad, telling them your secrets. It can feel scary! But so can feeling lost and out of control of your life. Sometimes, for reasons we know and for reasons we don’t, our emotions run the show. I facilitate a space of trust, compassion, and humor, to guide you in regaining control. I am familiar working with all ages, and most commonly young adults, to learn to manage stressful times, regulate overwhelming feelings such as anxiety and depression, navigate relationships, develop a strong sense of identity, and improve self-esteem.
I specialize in somatic therapy and have extensive experience supporting clients with CPTSD, attachment injuries, depression, anxiety, and navigating challenging life changes. My approach is compassionate, harm-reduction focused, and non-pathologizing, incorporating attachment reparenting to foster healing.
I also provide psychedelic-assisted therapy, as well as preparation and integration support. If you're ready for deeper healing, I’d be honoured to support you.
I specialize in somatic therapy and have extensive experience supporting clients with CPTSD, attachment injuries, depression, anxiety, and navigating challenging life changes. My approach is compassionate, harm-reduction focused, and non-pathologizing, incorporating attachment reparenting to foster healing.
I also provide psychedelic-assisted therapy, as well as preparation and integration support. If you're ready for deeper healing, I’d be honoured to support you.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counsellors
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.