Cancer Therapists in Vancouver, BC
I also have a specialized interest in working with teenagers who are struggling with mental health challenges associated with having a medical condition, such as cancer (i
In addition to my work directly with teens, I also offer parenting support/consultation sessions to parents of young children struggling with anxiety, emotion regulation challenges, tantrums, acting out behaviours, and sleep challenges, to name a few areas.
I also have a specialized interest in working with teenagers who are struggling with mental health challenges associated with having a medical condition, such as cancer (i
In addition to my work directly with teens, I also offer parenting support/consultation sessions to parents of young children struggling with anxiety, emotion regulation challenges, tantrums, acting out behaviours, and sleep challenges, to name a few areas.
Hello and Welcome - I’m Sandy Kirkwood, founder of Integrate Counselling. We are a team of heart-centered therapists – Esther, Liz, Neelu, Nate, Spencer, and myself – and we bring empathy, warmth and wisdom to this work. We believe that if you feel at ease about who you are on the inside, it improves every aspect of your life – your relationships, your stress level, your work-life, your self-trust and your inner well-being. And we are pleased to now offer low-cost counselling through our Graduate Intern, Liz Greenslade.
Hello and Welcome - I’m Sandy Kirkwood, founder of Integrate Counselling. We are a team of heart-centered therapists – Esther, Liz, Neelu, Nate, Spencer, and myself – and we bring empathy, warmth and wisdom to this work. We believe that if you feel at ease about who you are on the inside, it improves every aspect of your life – your relationships, your stress level, your work-life, your self-trust and your inner well-being. And we are pleased to now offer low-cost counselling through our Graduate Intern, Liz Greenslade.
I am licensed as Clinical Counsellor, RCC, in BCACC ,with PhD in clinical psychology, over 24 years’ clinical work experiences with people struggling with mental illness, conflicts , and traumas. My approach is collaborative, non-judgmental with a safe and trusting therapeutic space. My counseling practice is integrative, drawing from different therapeutic models depending on each individual’s situation and needs. Therapeutic modalities include CBT, DBT, EFT, TA and short term Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. I’m fluent in Farsi and English. I also understand cultural and societal expectations that associated these specific cultures.
I am licensed as Clinical Counsellor, RCC, in BCACC ,with PhD in clinical psychology, over 24 years’ clinical work experiences with people struggling with mental illness, conflicts , and traumas. My approach is collaborative, non-judgmental with a safe and trusting therapeutic space. My counseling practice is integrative, drawing from different therapeutic models depending on each individual’s situation and needs. Therapeutic modalities include CBT, DBT, EFT, TA and short term Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. I’m fluent in Farsi and English. I also understand cultural and societal expectations that associated these specific cultures.
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself, out of touch with who you truly are?
Do you struggle with old patterns, self-doubt, lack of purpose and fulfillment despite outward success?
Do you long to discover who you are at your core, reconnect with your inner values and desires, and cultivate a more authentic, meaningful life?
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself, out of touch with who you truly are?
Do you struggle with old patterns, self-doubt, lack of purpose and fulfillment despite outward success?
Do you long to discover who you are at your core, reconnect with your inner values and desires, and cultivate a more authentic, meaningful life?
I enjoy working with a diversity of clients and/or their family members who are have both mental health and substance use issues, including trauma and PTSD, depression, anxiety, substance or behavioral addictions, life transitions (loss, relationships, career), and mental suffering and distress.
I enjoy working with a diversity of clients and/or their family members who are have both mental health and substance use issues, including trauma and PTSD, depression, anxiety, substance or behavioral addictions, life transitions (loss, relationships, career), and mental suffering and distress.
You don't have to figure out life's challenges alone - you deserve to have your pain witnessed. Together we’ll build a strong relationship and untangle the parts of you that feel stuck, so that you can make the best choices and changes for your life. It is my goal for you feel truly heard, supported, and empowered to grow in the ways that matter most to you. Whatever uncertainty, change, pain, or opportunity you are experiencing - I am prepared to listen deeply with compassion, curiosity, and care. My approach is trauma-informed - bringing together mind and body based therapy to best support your unique situation.
You don't have to figure out life's challenges alone - you deserve to have your pain witnessed. Together we’ll build a strong relationship and untangle the parts of you that feel stuck, so that you can make the best choices and changes for your life. It is my goal for you feel truly heard, supported, and empowered to grow in the ways that matter most to you. Whatever uncertainty, change, pain, or opportunity you are experiencing - I am prepared to listen deeply with compassion, curiosity, and care. My approach is trauma-informed - bringing together mind and body based therapy to best support your unique situation.
YOU CAN HEAL. I CAN HELP. Feeling overwhelmed? Anxious? Isolated? Does it seem like everyone around you is finding happiness while you silently struggle? Then it’s time to break free from negative patterns and into a life you love. And I can help. Whether it’s your career, your relationships, your childhood, or unresolved issues from the past, EMDR therapy, counselling, and life coaching are all powerful tools to help you face and overcome anything that's coming between you and the happiness you deserve.
YOU CAN HEAL. I CAN HELP. Feeling overwhelmed? Anxious? Isolated? Does it seem like everyone around you is finding happiness while you silently struggle? Then it’s time to break free from negative patterns and into a life you love. And I can help. Whether it’s your career, your relationships, your childhood, or unresolved issues from the past, EMDR therapy, counselling, and life coaching are all powerful tools to help you face and overcome anything that's coming between you and the happiness you deserve.
Anxiety, worry, depression, or stress can prevent us from enjoying the life we desire. What we think and feel can shape our reality, how we navigate the world, and also influence how others respond to us. This is because our thoughts, emotions, and behaviours are all connected and are constantly creating feedback loops – both positive and negative. Sometimes life throws unexpected curveballs that trigger a downward spiral that (at the time) can feel impossible to recover from. Although difficult events can be destabilizing, confusing, and painful they can also offer us the greatest opportunity for growth.
Anxiety, worry, depression, or stress can prevent us from enjoying the life we desire. What we think and feel can shape our reality, how we navigate the world, and also influence how others respond to us. This is because our thoughts, emotions, and behaviours are all connected and are constantly creating feedback loops – both positive and negative. Sometimes life throws unexpected curveballs that trigger a downward spiral that (at the time) can feel impossible to recover from. Although difficult events can be destabilizing, confusing, and painful they can also offer us the greatest opportunity for growth.
If you are a person that has been facing a significant life challenge, a major life transition, or a change in how you thought life would look like, seeking support can be a daunting place to start. I support those who are hoping for a safe, trust-filled space to express some of the thoughts and feelings that seem too big or scary to share with others in their life. Some of these concerns I address include coping with uncertainty, processing trauma, and living with more emotional regulation and a sense of ease in the body. I am here to validate your hardship, while also fostering hope and empowerment.
If you are a person that has been facing a significant life challenge, a major life transition, or a change in how you thought life would look like, seeking support can be a daunting place to start. I support those who are hoping for a safe, trust-filled space to express some of the thoughts and feelings that seem too big or scary to share with others in their life. Some of these concerns I address include coping with uncertainty, processing trauma, and living with more emotional regulation and a sense of ease in the body. I am here to validate your hardship, while also fostering hope and empowerment.
You deserve a soft landing where you can express the unexpressed and explore the things that make you human. My intention is to assist you with accessing your deeper truth and authentic self - helping you find your way back home to you. My approach is to care for the soul with loving compassion and create a safe and supportive environment where you can improve your relationship with self and others. I use a trauma-informed approach and work with folks holistically on varying issues (anxiety, self-esteem, relationships, trauma, grief, burnout) to bring healing, understanding, and hope.
You deserve a soft landing where you can express the unexpressed and explore the things that make you human. My intention is to assist you with accessing your deeper truth and authentic self - helping you find your way back home to you. My approach is to care for the soul with loving compassion and create a safe and supportive environment where you can improve your relationship with self and others. I use a trauma-informed approach and work with folks holistically on varying issues (anxiety, self-esteem, relationships, trauma, grief, burnout) to bring healing, understanding, and hope.
I am a counsellor dedicated to helping you build your sense of agency to confidently navigate life’s challenges. In our sessions, you'll find a safe, compassionate, and judgment-free space to express yourself openly. Together, we'll explore your experiences and their impacts. We will work at your own pace, while gently offering perspectives that may challenge the way you think, fostering healing, growth, and self-discovery. My goal is to empower you to make meaningful changes and embrace your true self with clarity and confidence.
I am a counsellor dedicated to helping you build your sense of agency to confidently navigate life’s challenges. In our sessions, you'll find a safe, compassionate, and judgment-free space to express yourself openly. Together, we'll explore your experiences and their impacts. We will work at your own pace, while gently offering perspectives that may challenge the way you think, fostering healing, growth, and self-discovery. My goal is to empower you to make meaningful changes and embrace your true self with clarity and confidence.
We all have unique strengths and life experiences, and I believe that we all have the potential for therapeutic healing and personal growth. Perhaps you are struggling with where you want to be and need some support finding your path, getting unstuck or relating to others. I work with clients to help manage stress, build confidence, improve relationships, and improve their mental wellbeing.
We all have unique strengths and life experiences, and I believe that we all have the potential for therapeutic healing and personal growth. Perhaps you are struggling with where you want to be and need some support finding your path, getting unstuck or relating to others. I work with clients to help manage stress, build confidence, improve relationships, and improve their mental wellbeing.
I invite you to connect more fully with yourself. I will be hounoured to join you in your unique journey of healing and exploration of your story, mind, body, emotions and spirit. My name is Katya and I help people affected by trauma go back to the core of who they are and find the healer within so that they can step out of the pain and into their power. I offer an opportunity for positive change by supporting you to find deep joy and well-being and apply valuable spirit, mind and body practices in your life.
I invite you to connect more fully with yourself. I will be hounoured to join you in your unique journey of healing and exploration of your story, mind, body, emotions and spirit. My name is Katya and I help people affected by trauma go back to the core of who they are and find the healer within so that they can step out of the pain and into their power. I offer an opportunity for positive change by supporting you to find deep joy and well-being and apply valuable spirit, mind and body practices in your life.
I am a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor based in Vancouver British Columbia and a member in good standing of the ACCT with over 25 years of healthcare experience as an RMT (Registered Massage Therapist) RTC (Registered Therapeutic Counsellor) and Registered Yoga Teacher.
I am a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor based in Vancouver British Columbia and a member in good standing of the ACCT with over 25 years of healthcare experience as an RMT (Registered Massage Therapist) RTC (Registered Therapeutic Counsellor) and Registered Yoga Teacher.
Welcome! I work with adults and older adults who are navigating changes in their functioning, mental health, or overall well-being. My approach is highly collaborative, aiming to meet you exactly where you are in your mental health journey. I take time to understand your experiences and ensure that the therapy I offer is grounded in evidence-based approaches that best align with your needs.
Welcome! I work with adults and older adults who are navigating changes in their functioning, mental health, or overall well-being. My approach is highly collaborative, aiming to meet you exactly where you are in your mental health journey. I take time to understand your experiences and ensure that the therapy I offer is grounded in evidence-based approaches that best align with your needs.
Are you looking for help but also tired of talking, or want to boost the benefits you get from talk therapy? Do you rely on quick and effective brain processing for your work, sport, creativity, or hobbies? Are you feeling reactive or activated and would like just that moment’s pause before taking action? Our clients report handling stress better and improved focus, sleep and mood, and a host of other shifts. We use EEG technology to collect information about your brain's electrical activity, then offer feedback as sound interruptions, to train your brain toward optimal function. It's easy access, low barrier, and ok for everyone.
Are you looking for help but also tired of talking, or want to boost the benefits you get from talk therapy? Do you rely on quick and effective brain processing for your work, sport, creativity, or hobbies? Are you feeling reactive or activated and would like just that moment’s pause before taking action? Our clients report handling stress better and improved focus, sleep and mood, and a host of other shifts. We use EEG technology to collect information about your brain's electrical activity, then offer feedback as sound interruptions, to train your brain toward optimal function. It's easy access, low barrier, and ok for everyone.
Are you new to therapy, or frustrated with not making progress? I specialize in taking clients deeper than they have gone before to really heal and gain insight into why you stay stuck. Symptoms are of the same variety for all people, anxiety, depression, self criticism, relationship conflict, difficulty with mood or emotional regulation, obsession etc. However, underlying your symptoms are habits and patterns of thinking and the way you use defences to avoid experiencing pain and fear. I will help you navigate the labyrinth of how and why you think and behave in the ways you do to open up new pathways for living more fully.
Are you new to therapy, or frustrated with not making progress? I specialize in taking clients deeper than they have gone before to really heal and gain insight into why you stay stuck. Symptoms are of the same variety for all people, anxiety, depression, self criticism, relationship conflict, difficulty with mood or emotional regulation, obsession etc. However, underlying your symptoms are habits and patterns of thinking and the way you use defences to avoid experiencing pain and fear. I will help you navigate the labyrinth of how and why you think and behave in the ways you do to open up new pathways for living more fully.
Feeling bad sucks. Let's do something about it.
I'm passionate about working alongside of people who want to build healthier relationships with themselves and others. If you're looking for a no BS approach using proven psychotherapy methods, you've come to the right place.
Feeling bad sucks. Let's do something about it.
I'm passionate about working alongside of people who want to build healthier relationships with themselves and others. If you're looking for a no BS approach using proven psychotherapy methods, you've come to the right place.
Ira (Ee-Ra) Yakubovitz
Registered Social Worker, MSW, Ira Yakubovitz, RSW
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V6K
Helping people to find their way through mid-life’s challenges and transitions. Life can be a wonderful mix of challenges and opportunities. Lately it may feel like mostly demands and responsibilities have been piling up on your plate, getting heavier by the day. You're doing your best to push through it, to show up– after all you have some life experience under your belt. You put your best efforts forward, but it’s not always clear how to navigate the challenges ahead. You find your mind spinning in circles around the question “how did I get here?”It might be quite overwhelming and lonely on this journey.
Helping people to find their way through mid-life’s challenges and transitions. Life can be a wonderful mix of challenges and opportunities. Lately it may feel like mostly demands and responsibilities have been piling up on your plate, getting heavier by the day. You're doing your best to push through it, to show up– after all you have some life experience under your belt. You put your best efforts forward, but it’s not always clear how to navigate the challenges ahead. You find your mind spinning in circles around the question “how did I get here?”It might be quite overwhelming and lonely on this journey.
Dr. Michele Kambolis is an acclaimed author, speaker, and holistic therapist with 25 years of experience in the field. She holds a PhD in Mind-Body Medicine. Her evidenced-based resources will set you on a path of self-healing, inner wisdom, and profound mind-body health. Her approach is fresh, empowering, and genuine. Michele is the owner and clinical director of Harbourside Family Counseling Centre, served as Vice Chair for the B.C. Mental Health Foundation, and was twice President of the B.C. Association For Play Therapy. She is also the author of two celebrated books: When Women Rise and Generation Stressed.
Dr. Michele Kambolis is an acclaimed author, speaker, and holistic therapist with 25 years of experience in the field. She holds a PhD in Mind-Body Medicine. Her evidenced-based resources will set you on a path of self-healing, inner wisdom, and profound mind-body health. Her approach is fresh, empowering, and genuine. Michele is the owner and clinical director of Harbourside Family Counseling Centre, served as Vice Chair for the B.C. Mental Health Foundation, and was twice President of the B.C. Association For Play Therapy. She is also the author of two celebrated books: When Women Rise and Generation Stressed.
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Cancer Counsellors
How does cancer affect mental health?
A cancer diagnosis is a major life event that can significantly influence the mental health of any individual. Being diagnosed with cancer often introduces a sense of uncertainty about the future, which can cause clients to experience symptoms of anxiety, depression, and significant distress. Many cancer patients may also worry about the toll that their diagnosis may have on their family, their physical health, their job, and their financial situation. The compounding of such stressors can also decrease mental health in clients and may lead to additional symptoms that can influence mental health, such as sleeping difficulties or social withdrawal.
What is the best psychological therapy for cancer patients?
The best type of psychological therapy for cancer patients is highly dependent on the needs of the individual. The therapy type that a client benefits from may also depend on what stage of the cancer journey they are in. Recently diagnosed cancer patients, for instance, may benefit from therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which can help clients develop skills to manage the emotional distress that comes with a cancer diagnosis. Alternatively, cancer patients further along in their journey may benefit from therapies like Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) or other forms of mindfulness therapy to help manage symptoms or physical pain associated with treatment. Clients may also consider group therapy, which offers cancer patients an opportunity to receive support from other individuals dealing with a cancer diagnosis.
Are there any risks or drawbacks in going to therapy while dealing with cancer?
Although attending therapy while dealing with a cancer diagnosis can be helpful, one major concern for cancer patients can be the financial cost of seeking therapy. Many therapists are out-of-network, meaning they do not accept insurance, and thus clients are expected to pay the entirety of the session fee. Since many cancer patients may be out of work as a result of their diagnosis or cancer treatment regimen, the costs of therapy sessions can be substantial. Luckily, many cancer centers and local clinics may offer free or substantially reduced-cost counselling services to cancer patients and their families. In addition, cancer patients may be eligible for grants or other forms of funding from local agencies and nonprofits to seek therapy for their cancer diagnosis. Such opportunities can be very helpful for cancer patients, as they allow clients to obtain the benefits of therapy without the financial strain.
How long does cancer therapy typically last?
The length of cancer therapy depends on the needs of each client. In some cases, cancer patients may only require therapeutic support during the period following their initial diagnosis—to help manage the uncertainty and shock of a cancer diagnosis. In other cases, clients may choose to receive therapy throughout their treatment, and even following, their cancer journey. Pursuing therapy for a longer period of time can help clients develop a deeper relationship with their therapist and provide opportunity to process the challenges presented by cancer treatment, such as physical pain, and challenges associated with cancer survivorship, such as ongoing identity concerns, physical limitations, or relationship challenges.