Black Therapists in Vancouver, BC

Hi and Welcome! So happy that you have taken this huge step! If you are struggling with stress, depression, anxiety or you just need a person to talk to, then you are in the right place. Life can be unpredictable and confusing sometimes, and seeking professional help gives us the opportunity to unpack it all and piece them together. I am very passionate about removing the stigma and lack of knowledge associated with mental health, and providing more support for members of the Black , Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) communities. I offer a warm, judgement-free space to look at the factors that contribute to a person's life.

Tony Black is a Registered Social Worker who has worked in the field of Addictions and Mental Health for 25 years. Tony has developed expertise in working with individuals around issues of housing, life redevelopment and overcoming barriers in the justice system. He has worked with youth and adults living with substance use issues, mental health diagnoses, PTSD and other emotional issues. Tony is a gay, black , cis-gendered man who provides services to individuals seeking to explore how issue related to their identities impact their mental and emotional health and also to all those seeking to address their histories of trauma.

The relationship you have with yourself is the most important one you will experience in this lifetime. Life’s challenges can take away from your sense of self. Let’s work together on rebuilding that relationship with the most important person in your life - you. Remember, you have strengths, and the ability to evolve and thrive.

I am honored that you are considering me-unfortunately, I am not accepting new clients at this time until Fall 2022. Please call to be put on the contact list. Are you tired of feeling afraid? People think you've got it all together... but inside you're hurting? Whether you are going through a tough life transition, dealing with stress or anxiety that seems never-ending, or finding that your relationships just feel stuck or toxic...don't face your challenges alone. After working together, you will be empowered to transform your life and start a new story; one in which you have greater inner peace and fulfillment.

Are you tired of feeling the weight of all of those parenting tasks? Overwhelmed with conflict in your relationships? Are you struggling with a difficult decision, feeling worried about how the pandemic is impacting you, or in a new phase of your life that is causing you to redefine who you are and who you would like to become? You are not alone! I believe you are capable of not just surviving, but thriving. Together we can start to explore the reasons why and build your toolbox to ease some of those challenges.

My practice focuses on the therapeutic power of the arts using self-exploration, creative expression and play. I work with individuals and groups who are experiencing life transitions, challenges, creative blocks or interested in alternatives to talk therapy. I support children and adolescents facing behavioural issues or having difficulty relating to their peers and family. In groups of two or more we explore the richness and challenges of coexistence using alternative and wider forms of dialogue and exploration. I integrate Somatic Experiencing® techniques into my practice.

I am a Jamaican living in Vancouver. As a recent immigrant, I am aware of how the process and experience of forging a new life can bring both satisfaction and distress especially in intimate relationships. Life transitions can cause emotional stress and often, we need help to tap into our own inherent strengths. Sexuality and sexual behaviours can also be challenging for some but, I am passionate about working with individuals and couples of all genders, orientations, races and ethnicities. I also specialize in addictions which I view as a maladaptive coping skill for traumatic situations.

Expressive Wellness offers counselling by registered clinical counsellors and social workers, as well as sliding scale counselling sessions with Masters-level practicum students ($25-75 a session). Centring anti-oppressive counselling, we work alongside 2SLGBTQI+ folks, BIPOC folks, sex workers, neurodivergent folks, and poly/kink communities.

I work with various types of clients who struggle with personal challenges, mental health concerns, life transitions, relationships, and many more. I have experience counselling all individuals, couples, children, youth, and families with various well being issues for instance: anxiety, depression, social, emotional, behavioural, psychological, and intellectual issues. I advocate for my clients and try to enhance their community involvement along with increase their self- esteem and self- worth through various exercises, interventions, techniques, and treatments.

Lisley has experience working with individuals and families from the BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities, as well as immigrants and people who are experiencing major life transitions. She also has experience with people navigating pregnancy, loss, and infertility processes.

Solinga Wellness is a private practice, based in Vancouver, B.C. offering online counselling services for adults seeking support on their personal growth or healing journey. I offer a holistic approach that honours the interconnected nature of our emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual issues.

With 25 years as a counsellor, I am positive that change is possible. Many of us simply need support and guidance to truly understand ourselves. During our time together, my passion, attention and focus will be dedicated to your wellness, and finding what works best to help you reach your full potential.

Are you someone that identifies as LGBTQ+, seeking an outlet to express one’s worries? Are you a racialized person struggling to find someone you can speak to about life challenges? Have you reached a roadblock in your communication with a romantic partner? LGBTQ+ and racialized folks are often limited in spaces that allow them to feel fully seen. With couples, there are often difficulties figuring out where to start in managing conflict. Through a collaborative therapeutic stance, I am to challenge such difficult realities by supporting clients to fulfill their desired goals.

My practice is person-centered and strength-based. I think that each person coming to therapy is unique. Each person attempts to do the best possible with the resources available. Each person has wisdom, creativity, and strength, and is the authority in their life. Doing counselling means providing a safer space for you to tell your story. And it is a space for us to have conversations and to work together.

ReNu Counselling & Psychotherapy offers counselling and psychotherapy services for a diverse range of issues. We offer culturally-informed care to people of various racial and ethnic backgrounds. Our therapists strive to create a welcoming environment that helps clients lead more fulfilling lives. We provide a range of services to meet different income-levels, therapeutic needs, and approach preferences.

For the past few years, I’ve had the pleasure of helping individuals improve their mental health through goal-focused collaboration. You may be going through a time in your life right now which is leaving you feeling unhappy, or stuck in a cycle you don't know how to break. As a Psychotherapist, I endeavor to use my skills, and the knowledge I continue to acquire to help people lead more satisfying lives. I use a client-centered and judgment-free approach and work with you to develop new skills to meet your therapeutic goals.

Wellnest is a progressive, BIPOC mental health space which provides counselling services in a safe, accessible and culturally responsive environment to optimize the individuals, couples and families in their personal, academic and overall well-being. We learned that the spaces in which we sought support did not always reflect our own identities, and from that experience stemmed our need to create change in our field of work. Our purpose is to provide you with a safe and compassionate environment as we work to help you explore your challenges, understand yourself and your mental health, and to help manage your life more effectively.

*Services by student counsellors and Associates available* People we work with describe feeling disconnected, invalidated, and powerless after experiencing trauma and injustice. Some have felt stuck and overwhelmed in the process of reconnecting with themselves, their communities, and in navigating the dominant culture. We support clients in processing their experiences and deepening their understanding of themselves and their relationships. We affirm clients' needs and desires and value reciprocity and collaboration. Honoring clients' knowledge, we invite clients to co-create safety and exercise their self-determination.

Bem-vindos! I am Anna Bell, a Master's level Registered Clinical Counsellor. So tell me - what's happening? Are you experiencing psychological symptoms like anxiety, depression or PTSD? Or perhaps going through life transitions such as immigration? My clinical practice is based on a Jungian approach and the most recent therapy developed by neuroscience, Brainspotting. I invite my clients to go deep into their minds and examine aspects of their whole personalities, supporting them to connect to their true selves. You got to experience that!