Female Therapists in Vancouver, BC

Thank you for stopping by my page. Regardless of what bought you here, I congratulate you on making one step toward seeking wellness. Deciding to start therapy is hard; being vulnerable with a stranger takes enormous courage. I am privileged to witness the transformation the loving and non-judgmental present brings. As an Asian-origin female therapist, I work with my clients to navigate life through their unique perspectives. Our intersectionalities can be our strength and resilience. No matter what you are struggling with right now, there is a way of healing, and love is the cure.

Jessie, who also goes by Bian-Jie (本潔) is a first generation Taiwanese – Canadian clinical counsellor who is honoured to walk alongside her clients in their healing journey. Jessie is non-disabled, cis-gender, immigrant, settler woman offering trauma-informed and anti-oppressive counselling services in the stolen, unceded land of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples or otherwise known as Greater Vancouver area. Prior to becoming a clinical counsellor, Jessie’s experience focused on providing mental health support and employment counselling to folks struggling with men

Are you wanting to find your light, be more at peace, connect and/or feel okay? Have you recently experienced a pregnancy and/or infant loss? Are you trying to get pregnant and struggling with infertility? Then you are at the right place. I want you to know that you are not broken, messed up, alone or whatever other script you have running in your mind. Perhaps you are looking for a little guidance or help to see a new perspective or recognize the patterns that are no longer serving you.

I am a bi-cultural clinical counsellor, mental health clinician, and university instructor with extensive experience and remarkable results. My broad range of professional qualifications has enabled me to work in a range of mental health services within the public and private sectors. I am a passionate educator, a published author, and a versatile clinician specializing in working with children and youth, families, couples, and groups. The scope of my clinical work includes complex trauma, risk assessment and crisis management, and multicultural counselling. I have extensive experience working with women in abusive relationships.

As women with ADHD we remain largely unseen and undersupported across our lifespans. Many of us are caught up in perfectionism, lack self-confidence and struggle with persistent imposter syndrome. Whether you have a formal ADHD diagnosis or not & are looking to reduce the daily stress that comes with being a woman with ADHD, I can help. Together we will explore the realities of living with ADHD in and co-create strategies based on your individual needs and realities of your life.

Are you feeling “stuck” or experiencing physical or emotional symptoms such as : grief, anxiety or overwhelm from infertility and/or pregnancy loss, anxiety or depression during pregnancy or postpartum, trauma from a difficult birth, pelvic pain, tension, or heaviness , menstrual pain or PMS symptoms, or trauma from experiences of sexual assault ? Do you feel disconnected from your body, experience difficulty setting boundaries or taking care of your needs? Do you have a desire to express yourself, be heard, or feel understood? Do you have a desire to bring more creativity, joy or pleasure into your life? I can help.

Are you struggling to manage difficult emotions and often find yourself feeling triggered by your life and everything around you? If sleep evades you and shame keeps you stuck feeling like you are on a constant merry-go-round that you don’t know how to stop, I can help. I help women just like you find balance, boundaries, healing and confidence to create the life they have always wanted. "The privilege of a lifetime is being who you are." Let’s get to work letting go of what keeps you from becoming who you are.

If you’re a woman experiencing anxiety and/or depression who often engages in negative self-talk, my open and compassionate way of working with body and mind may be right for you. Your gloom/dread may come from traumatic experiences, and/or it may arise from good experiences that did not happen. The empathy that wasn't demonstrated, a safety that wasn't provided, grief that wasn't attended; developmental experience influences your ability to show up as the person you want to be. Missing out on good experiences, or bearing traumatic experience, can affect your sense of security, it does not, however, stop you from earning security.

The human experience can be exhausting and confusing at times… “Can I just get a break!?” If you are reading this, it’s likely you may have reached a point of exhaustion and the logical brain keeps telling you “but, I don’t know why/how…” yet you feel that there is more or that your soul is calling out and something is missing. ‘I’ve been there. The body holds inner stories that are trying to be told, but when the mind doesn’t know how to process them, they show up as anxiety, depression, feeling lost or stuck, and/or behaviors that directly impact our connection to ourselves, others, and the universe.

Are you feeling worried about your future? Do you worry whether your relationship is the right fit for you? Do you need to see some improvement in your life with regard to work or family? Sometimes we can get mired in a situation and feel stuck and alone and we can't find a way out of it on our own. But there is almost always a way out and I would be honoured to help you through the situation that is making you unhappy. I would listen with empathy and try to help you make an inner shift in order to live your life feeling more free and happy.

I am a cis woman , POC and immigrant. My family immigrated to Malaysia, Singapore and the UK from my ancestral homeland of India. I was born in London and emigrated from the UK to Canada as a child. Since 2016, I have been supporting clients as a Holistic, Trauma Informed Therapist. I primarily work with Helping Professionals, Creatives and Solopreneurs who experience Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and Addiction.

Relationships can give us purpose and joy, but they can also be complicated and uncomfortable. This can be especially true for women : many of us put extra care into tending and repairing relationships, which can leave us feeling lonely and frustrated. You may be craving care, acceptance, and belonging. Instead, you may be feeling stuck, discouraged, overwhelmed, emotionally drained, and questioning if things will ever be different. Whether you’re feeling this way in your romantic, friendship, parenting, or family relationships, please know that you’re not alone.

I have been a nurse since 1984 and completed my master's of psychology in 2019. Since then I have continued my studies for a doctorate in psychology and I have a private practice. I use my unique position as a nurse and psychotherapist to promote a holistic approach. I am passionate about collaborating with clients and patients to explore their challenges, goal setting, and developing practical skills for a more meaningful life.

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.

My approach as a trauma psychotherapist is multi-layered, drawing from a range of modalities, including but not limited to: Compassionate Inquiry (CI), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and mindfulness practices. I am also trained in psychedelics-assisted psychotherapy. This broad range of skills allows me to design the most individualized approach for each client’s unique needs. I have a particular interest in trauma, anxiety, addictions, depression, eating disorders, grief, and psychedelic integration.

Please note that my schedule is currently full… but I may be able to take new clients in May 2023... Then, if you are looking for that "safe place" to share without judgment or criticism, look no further. I know first-hand how difficult it can be to open up to someone about life's most private issues and challenges - as well as how much relief and peace can come after doing so. Whether you desire to quickly resolve a current issue or obstacle, or hope to identify and overcome some deeper, longer-standing issues that are preventing a full and satisfying life, together we can help you get there with YOU as expert of your own life!

Life is super hard right now for many, if not all of us. Most of us feel like we are just trying to survive each day. We specialize in helping women cope with everything from anxiety and burnout, to navigating motherhood and major life changes. We'll support you through it all – big or small. We’re committed to creating an environment that makes you feel comfortable sharing anything that’s on your mind. We’ll never assume anything about you, your circumstances or what’s best for you. Life is full of ups and downs, and we’re here to support and empower you through every stage of it. You’re not alone.

You are an entrepreneur, artist and truth seeker. You identify as a relational anarchist and a creative spirit that is determind to design your life and the structure of your relationships. You seek your own answers as to what it means to be living a meaningful life. You are motivated by the fear of leaving the earth not having lived your life to your fullest, completely governed by unconscious drives, and not having examined your suffering. Most importantly, you can no longer bear not speaking your truth and living your most authentic expressions of self. Finding your soul's purpose is one of your driving principles in life.

As a counsellor, I intend to bring compassion, openness, curiosity, genuineness and cultural sensitivity to create a warm, safe and non-judgmental space for the clients to heal and change. I aim to utilize awareness and presence as instruments of empowerment for my clients. I invite the clients to make contact with their senses, emotions and thoughts in the present moment to facilitate awareness and acceptance, as I believe healing and change happen when individuals accept and embrace who they are.