Asian Therapists in Vancouver, BC
My approach to counselling is creative, gentle, hopeful, and liberatory. I believe in meeting each person where they are at & exploring imaginative ways of expressing and understanding ourselves (like play and art!). You can arrive exactly as you are - messy, tender, rageful, or whatever it may be. My practice is grounded in an anti-oppressive, justice-oriented lens. This means I will attune to your individual experience, alongside how systemic forces we exist within impacts your life. Leaning into justice in counselling looks like working towards reclaiming power, disrupting oppressive narratives, and liberation alongside healing.
My approach to counselling is creative, gentle, hopeful, and liberatory. I believe in meeting each person where they are at & exploring imaginative ways of expressing and understanding ourselves (like play and art!). You can arrive exactly as you are - messy, tender, rageful, or whatever it may be. My practice is grounded in an anti-oppressive, justice-oriented lens. This means I will attune to your individual experience, alongside how systemic forces we exist within impacts your life. Leaning into justice in counselling looks like working towards reclaiming power, disrupting oppressive narratives, and liberation alongside healing.
Services are available in both English and Korean, including support for ICBC clients.
Have you ever felt that you appear to be doing well on the outside while quietly struggling within? Anxiety that is hard to explain, repeated hurt in relationships, or a lingering sense of exhaustion can leave you feeling lost or disconnected. Therapy offers a calm, non-judgmental space to gently explore your inner experiences. It is not only about solving problems, but about reconnecting with yourself, understanding emotional patterns, and moving toward a more grounded and meaningful way of living.
Services are available in both English and Korean, including support for ICBC clients.
Have you ever felt that you appear to be doing well on the outside while quietly struggling within? Anxiety that is hard to explain, repeated hurt in relationships, or a lingering sense of exhaustion can leave you feeling lost or disconnected. Therapy offers a calm, non-judgmental space to gently explore your inner experiences. It is not only about solving problems, but about reconnecting with yourself, understanding emotional patterns, and moving toward a more grounded and meaningful way of living.
Anxiety, ADHD, insomnia, depression, grief and loss, burnout, or a life transition bringing you down? Are you feeling stuck in old patterns and unfulfilling relationships, or confused as to what your thoughts and emotions are telling you? Have these difficulties have creeped into every aspect of your life, and made you feel isolated and disconnected from yourself and others?
If that resonates, let's work together to help you pursue a life you're looking forward to, to find joy and purpose again, and be more connected in your community! I'll help bring you practical support, deeper self-understanding, and meaningful change.
Anxiety, ADHD, insomnia, depression, grief and loss, burnout, or a life transition bringing you down? Are you feeling stuck in old patterns and unfulfilling relationships, or confused as to what your thoughts and emotions are telling you? Have these difficulties have creeped into every aspect of your life, and made you feel isolated and disconnected from yourself and others?
If that resonates, let's work together to help you pursue a life you're looking forward to, to find joy and purpose again, and be more connected in your community! I'll help bring you practical support, deeper self-understanding, and meaningful change.
My approach is trauma-informed and human-centred, integrating various therapeutic methods including experiential, relational, and neuro-biological frameworks to support your healing journey. Whether you're facing emotional and related physical distress, career challenges, or relationship issues, or are looking to maximize your potential and achieve personal growth, I’m here to help you find clarity, heal past traumas, and improve your relationship with yourself and others.
My approach is trauma-informed and human-centred, integrating various therapeutic methods including experiential, relational, and neuro-biological frameworks to support your healing journey. Whether you're facing emotional and related physical distress, career challenges, or relationship issues, or are looking to maximize your potential and achieve personal growth, I’m here to help you find clarity, heal past traumas, and improve your relationship with yourself and others.
If you come from an Asian background or grew up in an Asian immigrant family, you may carry expectations, cultural conflict and a constant sense of not being good enough.
I help you make sense of the emotions and patterns that have been shaping your life and your relationships. Through EMDR and Internal Family Systems, we ease the weight of past experiences and the stress your body has been carrying. With the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy, I support couples in rebuilding trust, communication and closeness.
If you come from an Asian background or grew up in an Asian immigrant family, you may carry expectations, cultural conflict and a constant sense of not being good enough.
I help you make sense of the emotions and patterns that have been shaping your life and your relationships. Through EMDR and Internal Family Systems, we ease the weight of past experiences and the stress your body has been carrying. With the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy, I support couples in rebuilding trust, communication and closeness.
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.
People are not their diagnoses even though these labels can sometimes be informative. I prefer to get to know you. Specifically, what do you want out of therapy? What is currently working for you, not working? What brings you in to see me in this moment? I believe that therapy is not only about reducing our suffering, but also finding meaning and fulfillment in our lives. It is about getting to know ourselves, parts that we love, parts that we are afraid of, parts that we don't yet understand. People are also not things that need to be "fixed", instead, this is a place for healing, self-compassion, and growth.
People are not their diagnoses even though these labels can sometimes be informative. I prefer to get to know you. Specifically, what do you want out of therapy? What is currently working for you, not working? What brings you in to see me in this moment? I believe that therapy is not only about reducing our suffering, but also finding meaning and fulfillment in our lives. It is about getting to know ourselves, parts that we love, parts that we are afraid of, parts that we don't yet understand. People are also not things that need to be "fixed", instead, this is a place for healing, self-compassion, and growth.
Welcome! I am a first-generation immigrant and my first language is Mandarin. I work with young adults with a focus on anxiety, depression, grief, intergenerational trauma, emotion regulation, and people-pleasing tendencies.
Do you find it difficult to putting what you feel into words? Do you find it hard to find a sense of belonging? Do you go out of your way to avoid conflict, even if it means suppressing your intentions and preferences? Together we can work on helping you safely process emotions such as anger and shame, regain self-compassion, and feel confident in relying on yourself and others again.
Welcome! I am a first-generation immigrant and my first language is Mandarin. I work with young adults with a focus on anxiety, depression, grief, intergenerational trauma, emotion regulation, and people-pleasing tendencies.
Do you find it difficult to putting what you feel into words? Do you find it hard to find a sense of belonging? Do you go out of your way to avoid conflict, even if it means suppressing your intentions and preferences? Together we can work on helping you safely process emotions such as anger and shame, regain self-compassion, and feel confident in relying on yourself and others again.
Hi there! I'm Nicole and my counselling approach is centred around attachment theory, family of origin, EMDR, LENS Neurofeedback, emotion regulation, solution-focused strategies, somatic and internal family systems (IFS) interventions to support self discovery. I work collaboratively with my clients to help them uncover opportunities for inner growth & healing. I specialize in relationship anxiety, family issues, advocacy, work related stress, conflict resolution, break ups, communication, career changes, setting boundaries, self esteem/confidence/identity. I believe in empathy matched with concrete strategies to move forward.
Hi there! I'm Nicole and my counselling approach is centred around attachment theory, family of origin, EMDR, LENS Neurofeedback, emotion regulation, solution-focused strategies, somatic and internal family systems (IFS) interventions to support self discovery. I work collaboratively with my clients to help them uncover opportunities for inner growth & healing. I specialize in relationship anxiety, family issues, advocacy, work related stress, conflict resolution, break ups, communication, career changes, setting boundaries, self esteem/confidence/identity. I believe in empathy matched with concrete strategies to move forward.
Have you ever rushed out the door only to realize you forgot something or spilled coffee all over yourself? Have you ever said to yourself, “I'm tired of feeling this way/ I shouldn’t be feeling like this,” yet the feelings persist and sometimes come back stronger? These may seem like two distinct, unrelated instances I am raising, but I parallel them with how we often approach our problems: we tend to want to rush through them or judge ourselves for having the emotions and reactions to the difficulties life tosses at us. I’m here to propose an alternative: your feelings are valid, no matter what you’re seeking help for.
Have you ever rushed out the door only to realize you forgot something or spilled coffee all over yourself? Have you ever said to yourself, “I'm tired of feeling this way/ I shouldn’t be feeling like this,” yet the feelings persist and sometimes come back stronger? These may seem like two distinct, unrelated instances I am raising, but I parallel them with how we often approach our problems: we tend to want to rush through them or judge ourselves for having the emotions and reactions to the difficulties life tosses at us. I’m here to propose an alternative: your feelings are valid, no matter what you’re seeking help for.
Courageous you who is ready for a breakthrough: I am a doctoral-level multilingual (English, Korean) Clinical Counsellor in the province of British Columbia, and I am often referred by mental health professionals as a result of my specialties and effectiveness in treating various forms of PTSD.
Trauma Recovery
I support individuals in exploring how various forms of trauma. including childhood experiences ,relational trauma, emotional, physical, and sexual trauma, abuse and loss.
Neurodivergence
I support individuals with neurodivergent experiences, including ADHD and autism spectrum traits, in understanding their strengths, navigating challenges.
Courageous you who is ready for a breakthrough: I am a doctoral-level multilingual (English, Korean) Clinical Counsellor in the province of British Columbia, and I am often referred by mental health professionals as a result of my specialties and effectiveness in treating various forms of PTSD.
Trauma Recovery
I support individuals in exploring how various forms of trauma. including childhood experiences ,relational trauma, emotional, physical, and sexual trauma, abuse and loss.
Neurodivergence
I support individuals with neurodivergent experiences, including ADHD and autism spectrum traits, in understanding their strengths, navigating challenges.
As a BIPOC female settler of 2nd-generation East Asian descent with ADHD, I bring lived experience and cultural sensitivity to my trauma-informed practice.
I take a holistic, nervous system-focused approach to therapy, working toward a deep understanding of your body's unique patterns. By targeting the root causes of emotional and physical distress, we aim for permanent resolution rather than temporary relief. With an attachment-focused framework, we’ll also explore your relationships to foster healing.
As a BIPOC female settler of 2nd-generation East Asian descent with ADHD, I bring lived experience and cultural sensitivity to my trauma-informed practice.
I take a holistic, nervous system-focused approach to therapy, working toward a deep understanding of your body's unique patterns. By targeting the root causes of emotional and physical distress, we aim for permanent resolution rather than temporary relief. With an attachment-focused framework, we’ll also explore your relationships to foster healing.
Do you struggle with self-blame, fear of judgment, or saying no? Are you taking on too much responsibility or feeling unproductive? Many of my clients like you feel pressured to meet high expectations and avoid mistakes—not just from perfectionism, but from a fear of letting others down. They may internalize criticism and ruminate on perceived faults or 'failures,' which fuels a cycle of anxiety and self-doubt. For some, this stems from past experiences where expressing needs wasn’t encouraged, or they were told they were 'wrong' for how they felt. You may feel unseen, or not enough, which can drain energy and block self-care.
Do you struggle with self-blame, fear of judgment, or saying no? Are you taking on too much responsibility or feeling unproductive? Many of my clients like you feel pressured to meet high expectations and avoid mistakes—not just from perfectionism, but from a fear of letting others down. They may internalize criticism and ruminate on perceived faults or 'failures,' which fuels a cycle of anxiety and self-doubt. For some, this stems from past experiences where expressing needs wasn’t encouraged, or they were told they were 'wrong' for how they felt. You may feel unseen, or not enough, which can drain energy and block self-care.
Hello! I am committed to meeting you with curiosity, kindness, and care. All parts of you are welcome here. My areas of focus include purpose, belonging, identity, and self-compassion. I work with teens, adults, seniors, and couples navigating all sorts of challenges, such as depression, anxiety, substance use, and trauma. If you are looking for a collaborative counsellor who is gentle and direct, I would love to chat.
Hello! I am committed to meeting you with curiosity, kindness, and care. All parts of you are welcome here. My areas of focus include purpose, belonging, identity, and self-compassion. I work with teens, adults, seniors, and couples navigating all sorts of challenges, such as depression, anxiety, substance use, and trauma. If you are looking for a collaborative counsellor who is gentle and direct, I would love to chat.
I am fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, and am very familiar with cross-cultural issues and problems experienced by individuals and families with a Chinese background.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BCACC. I hold a bachelor's degree in psychology and a master's degree in counselling psychology. My background of training in individual counselling is complimented by training at a mental health team, which gave me experience providing compassionate care to clients with severe, chronic, major mental illnesses.
I am fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, and am very familiar with cross-cultural issues and problems experienced by individuals and families with a Chinese background.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BCACC. I hold a bachelor's degree in psychology and a master's degree in counselling psychology. My background of training in individual counselling is complimented by training at a mental health team, which gave me experience providing compassionate care to clients with severe, chronic, major mental illnesses.
I am a registered clinical counsellor and also a registered Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
The main therapeutic approaches I use are: Person Centered, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, and Mindful Based Cognitive Therapy. I emphasize the holistic approach to mental health, and help client to build a healthy and helpful life habits for optimal physical and mental health.
I am a registered clinical counsellor and also a registered Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
The main therapeutic approaches I use are: Person Centered, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, and Mindful Based Cognitive Therapy. I emphasize the holistic approach to mental health, and help client to build a healthy and helpful life habits for optimal physical and mental health.
There was a time when I felt like I was moving through life slightly underwater, disconnected from myself and weighed down by something I couldn’t name. Over time, I realized my pain wasn’t only personal, but also shaped by the systems around me. We live in a world that often rewards disconnection, numbing, quick fixes, and performance over presence. As bell hooks says, “Rarely, if ever, are any of us healed in isolation. Healing is an act of communion.”
I'm here to walk alongside you in your unfolding: to help you remember love, worthiness, and belonging, and to access play and creativity again.
There was a time when I felt like I was moving through life slightly underwater, disconnected from myself and weighed down by something I couldn’t name. Over time, I realized my pain wasn’t only personal, but also shaped by the systems around me. We live in a world that often rewards disconnection, numbing, quick fixes, and performance over presence. As bell hooks says, “Rarely, if ever, are any of us healed in isolation. Healing is an act of communion.”
I'm here to walk alongside you in your unfolding: to help you remember love, worthiness, and belonging, and to access play and creativity again.
Many of the people I support are BIPOC, Asian, or from immigrant families who may be exploring the impact of cultural identity and family expectations and their own sense of self.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and person-centered. To me, therapy is about helping you understand yourself more deeply, build compassion for what you have been through, and develop tools to support you in your everyday life. I work with empathy, openness, and respect, and tailor our sessions to what feels most helpful for you.
Many of the people I support are BIPOC, Asian, or from immigrant families who may be exploring the impact of cultural identity and family expectations and their own sense of self.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and person-centered. To me, therapy is about helping you understand yourself more deeply, build compassion for what you have been through, and develop tools to support you in your everyday life. I work with empathy, openness, and respect, and tailor our sessions to what feels most helpful for you.
Welcome! My name is Lilian and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with a Master of Counselling Psychology (MCP). As long as I can remember, I have felt drawn to supporting others. As a first-generation immigrant from China, I often struggled with navigating cultural stigma towards mental health, while also finding language and compassion for my experiences. I’m also deeply familiar with the challenges of navigating personal identity, relationships, and values in today’s complex landscape of sociopolitical, cultural, and religious structures. I truly believe that with the right fit counselling can be incredibly healing.
Welcome! My name is Lilian and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with a Master of Counselling Psychology (MCP). As long as I can remember, I have felt drawn to supporting others. As a first-generation immigrant from China, I often struggled with navigating cultural stigma towards mental health, while also finding language and compassion for my experiences. I’m also deeply familiar with the challenges of navigating personal identity, relationships, and values in today’s complex landscape of sociopolitical, cultural, and religious structures. I truly believe that with the right fit counselling can be incredibly healing.
Having worked in the social services sector for the past 15 years or so, I have seen firsthand the transformative impact of empathic understanding and compassionate care. My experiences have taught me the power of reclaiming and reconstructing one’s story and my aim as a registered clinical counsellor is to support you towards a healthier sense of self and well-being. My integrative approach is thus strength-based and person-centred, working collaboratively with you to deconstruct unhelpful patterns and beliefs, while fostering resiliency, growth, and emotional agility.
Having worked in the social services sector for the past 15 years or so, I have seen firsthand the transformative impact of empathic understanding and compassionate care. My experiences have taught me the power of reclaiming and reconstructing one’s story and my aim as a registered clinical counsellor is to support you towards a healthier sense of self and well-being. My integrative approach is thus strength-based and person-centred, working collaboratively with you to deconstruct unhelpful patterns and beliefs, while fostering resiliency, growth, and emotional agility.
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