Art Therapy in Vancouver, BC

My intention is to bear witness to your journey. I am a client centered therapist formally trained in a trauma-informed and attachment informed practice. I engage in different modalities to meet the needs of the client. I am formally trained in evidence based interventions to support the whole self.

My primary goal as a therapist is to create a safe, warm, and confidential space where genuine healing is cultivated. Inner Canvas operates through a client-centered lens that embraces non-judgment and compassion, holding space for authentic growth and transformation to occur. I accept and welcome everyone where they're at in their journey, with an open mind and heart. I hold the belief that everything we need to navigate the peaks and valleys of our lives already lies within. It is my honour to journey alongside and empower you as you re-discover your inner strengths and resiliency.

It can be challenging to articulate our emotions and experiences - using art materials in therapy can help us express and more deeply understand ourselves. Art therapy can support those wishing to explore stress, anxiety, self-esteem, relationships, grief and loss, trauma, life direction, chronic illness and more. I aim to support each client as they grow and heal, restore internal balance and harmony, and connect with the sparks that align them with their most authentic and whole selves. Sessions combine talk therapy with art making - art expressions can offer wisdom and insight as clients embark on their therapeutic journey.

We are a a trauma-informed team of Clinical Counsellors, Art Therapists and other health practitioners, experienced in working with teens, youth and adults braving a range of mental health challenges. We offer Individual, Relationship, Group and Online Counselling. We hold an affirming, inclusive, non-pathologizing, culturally-safe, humility-focused and harm-reduction lens in my practice. I hold a Narrative Therapy approach and often blend it with art therapy . W have found that this way, even the people with awkward hide-and-seek relationships with their mental health make consistent progress, despite the resistance.

Developing a trusting and safe relationship is foundational to Sheila’s therapeutic practice. She creates warm and nurturing environment where clients feel understood and respected. Sheila understands that seeking therapy for oneself or a loved one can feel vulnerable. Clients are supported to feel a sense of security and are empowered to be their authentic self while working with Sheila. She has worked in the school system for 25 years. Sheila's continued employment in schools enhances her ability to connect with children and families though a trauma informed lens.

Hello! I am Nogol, a recent immigrant to Canada from Iran, bringing a unique multicultural perspective to my work. My journey of adapting to a new culture has given me a deep understanding of change, healing, and emotions. I am fluent in both English and Farsi, offering sessions in both languages. I am certified in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Trauma treatment, and also work with families through Emotionally Focused Family Therapy (EFFT). My main approach emphasizes the wisdom of the body to create balance with the mind, and I often incorporate expressive tools such as art to facilitate self-expression.

The Vancouver Psychology Centre is a group of like-minded professionals here to provide evidence-based assessment, consultation and treatment to all ages who seek greater happiness and meaning in their lives. Our Psychologists, Counsellors, Art Therapists and Youth Care Workers use the science of psychology and apply it to the goals of positive emotion and connection. We highlight people's strengths and use Positive Psychology's science and techniques to maximize positive emotion, virtuous personal characteristics, fulfilment with life and to improve connection with others.

Are you feeling ready for a deeper layer of healing? I am a somatic soul-based therapist who approaches therapy and healing from an embodied, compassionate, empowering, trauma-informed, and holistic perspective. By taking a compassionate & non-pathologizing approach: You are not seen as being broken, flawed or needing to be fixed. We will explore your symptoms together (such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, people-pleasing, over-working, perfectionism, shame, chronic illness...) and discover their hidden messages, stories & wisdom. This will guide the way to deeper and more long-lasting healing/growth.

Hello and welcome I approach my work as a counsellor and art therapist with the philosophy that every human being is the expert in their own life, and holds an innate capacity and wisdom for healing. I like to think of therapy as a journey on which I am a fellow traveller, walking alongside you with genuine compassion, curiosity, and acceptance. I will offer support and encouragement on this journey and create a space for connection, expression, and discovery. I am particularly passionate about combining psychotherapy and art therapy to work with folks who find that words alone are limiting.

I am passionate about empowering people to break the cycles of trauma. My focus is working with women and mothers of young children, offering them a space free of judgement to explore their emotions, memories and re-connect with their inner strength. With the use of curiosity as an important tool, we look at new possibilities of self-perception and awareness of the impacts that trauma may have caused on the nervous system. The discoveries done in sessions build into internal resources that can be accessed outside of the therapy room, reinforcing the person's sense of agency.

Having ancestry from the Mi’kmaq people of Newfoundland and the English people of Bath, I use the teachings of the medicine wheel as a foundation for my personal and professional life. I believe that making art can be a practice that supports physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being. When we make art , we can experience our stories and our struggles in a new way. This can open the door for creating deeper connections with our bodies, with those around us and in our communities. My mission is to guide people in honouring their stories and reclaiming their connections in order to live more whole and meaningful lives.

Come as you are. I am devoted to creating a safe and supportive atmosphere. Whether you come with overwhelming anxiety, depression, unworthiness, a history of abuse, trauma, disordered eating or want to work on improving unhealthy thought patterns - all is welcome. Expressive Arts Therapy is a non-invasive nourishment focused approach to therapy that uses direct experience through art making to tap into the senses in order to explore thoughts, patterns, and belief systems. No prior technical skill is necessary. I understand my immense responsibility not only as a space-holder but also as a witness to your vulnerability.

Lesley Holm is a Registered Art Therapist at the Vancouver Psychology Centre. Over the past twenty years she has provided counselling and art therapy in schools, counselling centres and private practice for individuals, groups, children, youth and adults. Her clinical focus is in working with children and youth with anxiety and their families and providing therapy for children and families impacted by divorce and separation.

NOTE: We provide only online counselling at this time. We are a highly diverse team of counsellors with decades of experience treating nearly any mental health issue. We offer a holistic approach to healing focusing on mental, emotional, spiritual & physical health. We serve individuals, couples, families and groups. If our clients are not completely satisfied, we are committed to providing a change of counsellor on our team, or a referral to a counsellor outside of our agency.

Together, gently, we can find your flow, your voice, your movement once again. I specialize in working with self-identifying women who want to ground, connect to their sense of self, build their self confidence and find their own voice and self agency. I want you to be heard and for you to have the opportunities in your life that you deserve. Whether that means getting out of bed, experiencing joy and curiosity again or discovering what is holding you back and what aspects of yourself need attention and healing.

Dr. Lisa Ferrari is a registered clinical psychologist who has been providing psychological services and counselling for over 18 years. In addition to her private practice, she has worked in clinical settings such as child and youth mental health, and child and family counselling centres. Dr. Ferrari has also held positions as an Adjunct Faculty member position at the Adler School for Professional Psychology and Clinical Supervisor for community child and family trauma counselling programs. She has also consulted with school personnel, on supporting children and youth with various behavioural, and emotional difficulties.

Decipher Counselling Art Therapy Studio offers creative, justice-oriented therapy for people dealing with experiences of invalidation, including any and all underrepresented communities. This may include processing trauma, navigating identities, life transitions, and power differences. We aim to create a space where people of all intersectionalities can feel like they belong. To feel like they can be themselves in their most unique ways. Where their stories will be heard and held. We work to decolonize therapy in our therapy practice and personally around our identities.

I specialize in Art Therapy and Mindful Based Somatic Therapy to support clients with their struggles in life. My service is individually customized for each and every client to heal, maintain, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. My goal is to provide a safe environment and to build rapport in order for clients to process through their concerns.

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.