Bisexual Therapists in Vancouver, BC

Life can feel incredibly painful when we are feeling disconnected, isolated, and ridden with distressing thoughts, memories and emotions. Together, we can make space for the parts of you needing to express that pain. By experiencing, and embracing the disenfranchised parts of you, we can move into a life rich with meaning and fulfillment.

HOLISTIC, EXPERIENTIAL and EFFECTIVE PSYCHOTHERAPY I have the privilege of witnessing my clients heal from difficult and emotionally painful experiences, release ineffective and self-defeating behaviours and beliefs, and develop adaptive self-images and ways of being in the world. For more information on My Approach and Who I See please click on the link to the left that says "website," or go to http://drjoannemackinnon.com

As a counsellor I offer therapy to the lesbian, gay, bisexual transgendered and straight community. I understand how important it is to to work with someone who understands the culture and lifestyle. I provide counselling to those struggling with past trauma or emotional pain, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, problems coming out, or confusion and pain about sexual or gender identity. I use a variety of of proven counselling and therapy techniques to assist those in the LGBT and straight community to create meaningful and rich lives. As a relationship therapist I help people create healthy and fullfiling relationships.

I am a Registered Social Worker, educator, business owner, advocate, learner and lover. I am queer, cisgender and biracial; which are all identities that shape my approaches, perspectives and prioritization of creating safe spaces in the mental health care sector. My role involves supporting individuals to recognize their capacity, foster hope and develop new strategies to approach barriers. As your counsellor, I will be in your corner to hear your story, provide encouragement and perspectives, and help get you closer to living your desired life as your true self.

You can manage unwanted thoughts, emotions, and behaviours; feel less anxious and more able to relax; and gain control of your life. Take the next step toward feeling more calm and confident. Understand how adult ADHD or difficult experiences play a role in your life so you can set goals and practice tools that work best for you. Members of 2SLGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities welcome.

I offer individual and couples therapy by phone or video for adults mainly in Canada, and hormone and surgery readiness assessments. Ideally we would work as a team to help you make the changes you want. I go beyond deep listening and often offer new skills or tools to improve your mood, reduce stress or negativity, and/or improve your relationships. I offer understanding, knowledge, skills and tools to help you create the change you want, such as more confidence, healthier boundaries, etc. My approaches are grounded in compassion, respect, non-judgment and anti-oppression and anti-racism, including an intersectional lens.

Whether you are looking to acknowledge areas of yourself that you have avoided in the past, or to better understand your moods, relationships, and current challenges, together we will create a space to explore these parts of you. I believe that we were not meant to carry things alone, and that healing and growth look different for everyone. Together, we can make space to process what it is that needs your attention, so you can feel more aligned with the version of you that you've been disconnected from.

I am an integrative psychotherapist and bring curiosity, warmth, compassion, and a sense of humor to the therapeutic relationship. I use a collaborative, strength-based, and relational approach focused on promoting long-lasting change. Fundamentally, we are social beings, embedded in complicated social relationships. It is my belief that many struggles people face are linked to how they experience these relationships and how larger structural and societal issues impact these relationships. I strive to work side-by-side with my clients in the healing process, helping them to pave the way toward a more authentic and satisfying life.

Everyone's story is unique and no therapy session follows a predictable path. Yet the following steps provide a general outline of how your therapy sessions with me may progress: we identify a path that confirms your values and promotes positive change; we discuss the problem in concrete terms; we evaluate its negative effects on your life; we figure out exactly how it slips into your day; and we consider which skills reduce the problem. With even quite serious problems, this process takes a handful of months, not years, to attain lasting results.

There comes a time when we realise our past patterns and tools aren't helping us move forward in life. My goal is to provide you with the space and guidance to explore how your patterns of behaviour, past trauma, and experiences formed the person you are today. We will work together to explore past patterns, build healthy coping strategies, and strengthen resilience. Whether you’re looking to explore past experiences, build concrete tools to cope, or build healthy relationships with your loved ones, I provide an individualised, trauma-informed approach to therapy to adapt to your unique needs.

Natascha Lawrence (she/her/hers pronouns) is a Registered Clinical Counsellor, BC Registered Play Therapist, and Certified Synergetic Play Therapist Supervisor. Natascha is a multiracial POC and first generation Canadian. Natascha specializes in working with children, youth, and adults with neurodiversity such as FASD, ASD, and ADHD. Natascha also specializes in supporting folx who have experiences complex trauma. With over 15 years of experience, Natascha has experience working with folx across different modalities. More importantly, Natascha is a caregiver to an amazing child diagnosed with FASD.

I use Internal Family Systems (parts work) and Somatic Therapies to support individuals, couples and multi-partner relationships to connect to themselves and others with curiosity, compassion and clarity. Many of my clients are queer, non-monogamous or kinky and I aim to provide an inclusive space for anyone who wants to deepen their relationship with self, others and spirit. Additionally, I practice earth-based and non-dual spiritualities which support me to approach therapy from a holistic perspective, recognizing the interconnectedness of body-mind, spirit and environment.

Life is challenging and we all experience difficulties coping at times. Growth often comes from crises and the taxing periods of our lives. When our resilience is overwhelmed by our life circumstances, we can feel lost and doubt ourselves. Our emotions tell us if we are living true to our needs and values...or not. Experiences can lead to healing and growth. My speciality, Soul Work is an investment that leads to a richly authentic life experience. I am dedicated to helping you navigate the difficult times and understand your journey. Together we will help you regain holistic health in a safe, confidential space.

I specialize in counselling for queer, trans, genderdiverse, and neurodivergent people. I work with individuals, couples, poly folks, and families from the perspectives of social justice and attachment - I believes that the social environment we grew up in, and our relationship histories within those environments, shape how we show up in our present. I pay special attention to how power functions in our relationships and communities, and how it impacts our internal experiences. I am kink and poly affirming, and excited to work with people with all kinds of relationship structures.

Seeking relief from challenges, whether the day-to-day grind to longstanding wounds and big changes can be overwhelming to navigate. Reaching out and deciding to invest in yourself can be really hard yet, ultimately, incredibly rewarding. As a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor, I accompany you in your journey towards wellness and whatever else you seek. I've been assisting people dealing with a range of issues from depression and loss to an overall sense of unease and 'stuckness' for over 10 years. Many clients find great hope, meaning, and lasting well-being to be found through our affirming counselling work together.

Imagine what it would be like to be open & present to each moment. As a trauma-informed therapeutic counsellor & mindfulness educator with experience in a variety of modalities such as Mindfulness-based skills and Somatic Experiencing®, our work together can be from a holistic perspective to help you embody the qualities and values you wish to embody. In your sessions we will work collaboratively as you explore your inner world and interpersonal dynamics to help you connect with you!

I like working with clients who are ready to change, even if they are not sure exactly what they want to change yet. I enjoy helping people define what a "good," or "better" life would look like for them, and exploring - and, conquering - blocks to achieving this. Sometimes, this involves going backwards, and exploring past patterns and systems. Other times, it is about moving forward. We define this, together. I welcome all to work with me. As a mixed race (Jamaican/German), bipoc, queer, and non-binary therapist, I love serving members of my community. I also enjoy helping people overcome blocks to creativity and business.