Medicare Therapists in Vancouver, BC
There are no clinical issues that I am not comfortable with. I will hold space for whatever you bring and especially enjoy peeling back the layers of those with childhood trauma who find it impacts their ability to experience safe relationships as adults. I can help with issues related to attachment trauma and and the fall out effect on families and relationships. I am here for those dealing with personal impact of narcissism, BPD and emotional regulation disorders in a parent, children or spouse. I also welcome those Quiet BPD. I can also help anyone caught in the turmoil of infidelity. You will find clarity with me.
There are no clinical issues that I am not comfortable with. I will hold space for whatever you bring and especially enjoy peeling back the layers of those with childhood trauma who find it impacts their ability to experience safe relationships as adults. I can help with issues related to attachment trauma and and the fall out effect on families and relationships. I am here for those dealing with personal impact of narcissism, BPD and emotional regulation disorders in a parent, children or spouse. I also welcome those Quiet BPD. I can also help anyone caught in the turmoil of infidelity. You will find clarity with me.
You may be feeling disconnected from your partner, stuck in recurring conflict, or unsure how to repair trust after hurt or emotional distance. You might be navigating a major relationship transition such as commitment decisions, premarital preparation, separation, or rebuilding after betrayal. You may notice the same patterns repeating and want help understanding what is happening beneath the surface. Ultimately, you want more emotional closeness, clearer communication, and a relationship that feels secure, respectful, and supportive rather than exhausting, tense, or confusing.
You may be feeling disconnected from your partner, stuck in recurring conflict, or unsure how to repair trust after hurt or emotional distance. You might be navigating a major relationship transition such as commitment decisions, premarital preparation, separation, or rebuilding after betrayal. You may notice the same patterns repeating and want help understanding what is happening beneath the surface. Ultimately, you want more emotional closeness, clearer communication, and a relationship that feels secure, respectful, and supportive rather than exhausting, tense, or confusing.
Is change possible? Can you feel better? Is healing real or just hyped-up? I remember asking the same questions. Let's talk. Let's find out what's showing up in your relationships, and/or between you and what you want. It's a brave thing to look change in the face and not "know" the mental roadmap. But I can help with this part.
We can do it together. You'll drive and I'll use my training to help you discover more about why you 'always' drive to the same place, or why you have stopped driving altogether. I hold the trust that you have what it takes to find more open roads! (now let me stop with this metaphor for now!)
Is change possible? Can you feel better? Is healing real or just hyped-up? I remember asking the same questions. Let's talk. Let's find out what's showing up in your relationships, and/or between you and what you want. It's a brave thing to look change in the face and not "know" the mental roadmap. But I can help with this part.
We can do it together. You'll drive and I'll use my training to help you discover more about why you 'always' drive to the same place, or why you have stopped driving altogether. I hold the trust that you have what it takes to find more open roads! (now let me stop with this metaphor for now!)
Decipher Counselling Art Therapy Studio offers creative, liberation-oriented therapy for people dealing with experiences of invalidation, including any and all underrepresented communities. This may include processing trauma, navigating identities, life transitions, and power differences. We aim to create a space where people of all intersectionalities can feel like they belong. To feel like they can be themselves in their most unique ways. Where their stories will be heard and held. We work to decolonize therapy in our therapy practice and personally around our identities.
Decipher Counselling Art Therapy Studio offers creative, liberation-oriented therapy for people dealing with experiences of invalidation, including any and all underrepresented communities. This may include processing trauma, navigating identities, life transitions, and power differences. We aim to create a space where people of all intersectionalities can feel like they belong. To feel like they can be themselves in their most unique ways. Where their stories will be heard and held. We work to decolonize therapy in our therapy practice and personally around our identities.
You’re caught in cycles that feel familiar but draining—overthinking, shutting down, or grappling with emotions that hit hard and fast. You strive for high standards, yet beneath it all, anxiety, self-doubt, or the weight of past trauma make it tough to feel in control. You’re not broken—you’re resilient, but you’re tired of just surviving. You’re ready to understand what drives these patterns and gain tools to live with confidence and connection.
You’re caught in cycles that feel familiar but draining—overthinking, shutting down, or grappling with emotions that hit hard and fast. You strive for high standards, yet beneath it all, anxiety, self-doubt, or the weight of past trauma make it tough to feel in control. You’re not broken—you’re resilient, but you’re tired of just surviving. You’re ready to understand what drives these patterns and gain tools to live with confidence and connection.
You are someone who feels the world deeply and often carries the weight of cultural expectations that do not belong to you. Moving from India to Canada alone taught you how to survive, but perhaps you have forgotten how to just be. You might feel like you are constantly performing, or worse, like you are a "fixing" project that is never quite finished. You are ready to stop becoming what others want and start the journey of un-becoming everything that is not really you. You are looking for someone to help you listen to your heart in a world that is often too loud.
You are someone who feels the world deeply and often carries the weight of cultural expectations that do not belong to you. Moving from India to Canada alone taught you how to survive, but perhaps you have forgotten how to just be. You might feel like you are constantly performing, or worse, like you are a "fixing" project that is never quite finished. You are ready to stop becoming what others want and start the journey of un-becoming everything that is not really you. You are looking for someone to help you listen to your heart in a world that is often too loud.
You look like you have it together. But underneath, you are exhausted. You overthink. You people-please. You keep finding yourself in the same painful patterns, no matter how hard you try. Some days you feel too much. Other days, completely numb. The anxiety lives in your chest, your stomach, your sleep, not just your head. Maybe you have carried family expectations or cultural pressures for so long that you have lost sight of who you actually are. You are not broken. You are someone who has been carrying too much, for too long, alone. And you are ready for something different.
You look like you have it together. But underneath, you are exhausted. You overthink. You people-please. You keep finding yourself in the same painful patterns, no matter how hard you try. Some days you feel too much. Other days, completely numb. The anxiety lives in your chest, your stomach, your sleep, not just your head. Maybe you have carried family expectations or cultural pressures for so long that you have lost sight of who you actually are. You are not broken. You are someone who has been carrying too much, for too long, alone. And you are ready for something different.
I care about working with each and every client to recognize their unique strengths and struggles, and figure out together what works for them, (even if it means getting creative!)
I believe in steering away from seeing pain as pathology, and instead, being with you in the human experiences that make you who you are, and recognizing the strengths that you already possess. Fundamentally, I understand and work with how trauma impacts the body, and recognize the wisdom of the body in therapy.
I care about working with each and every client to recognize their unique strengths and struggles, and figure out together what works for them, (even if it means getting creative!)
I believe in steering away from seeing pain as pathology, and instead, being with you in the human experiences that make you who you are, and recognizing the strengths that you already possess. Fundamentally, I understand and work with how trauma impacts the body, and recognize the wisdom of the body in therapy.
With 15 years of experience in psychotherapy and counselling, I have been working with adults and young adults who are struggling with their feelings, relationships or even life. At times, we may get stuck, feel overwhelmed or even lost. In face of these challenges, it is not uncommon to run away from them, or fight so hard trying to get rid of them. More often than not, neither way leads to a peaceful mind. I am here to walk with you in these struggles, work with you to navigate in a direction which aligns more with your values and leads to a more peaceful, meaningful and satisfying life.
With 15 years of experience in psychotherapy and counselling, I have been working with adults and young adults who are struggling with their feelings, relationships or even life. At times, we may get stuck, feel overwhelmed or even lost. In face of these challenges, it is not uncommon to run away from them, or fight so hard trying to get rid of them. More often than not, neither way leads to a peaceful mind. I am here to walk with you in these struggles, work with you to navigate in a direction which aligns more with your values and leads to a more peaceful, meaningful and satisfying life.
Shelley Ugyan, RRC, is an acclaimed author, speaker and has over 25 years experience in mental and holistic health. Her evidence based tools including Cognitive Behavioural reconditioning as well as psychodynamic, relational and hypnosis approaches set you on a path to direct healing, starting immediately in the first 80 minute session. Her approach is genuine, empowering and powerful. Healing is probable, and happens as a result of conscious daily actions and unconscious dynamics that shift as a result of this process. Shelley is known for her groundbreaking therapeutic work in anxiety (adults/children), and couples counselling.
Shelley Ugyan, RRC, is an acclaimed author, speaker and has over 25 years experience in mental and holistic health. Her evidence based tools including Cognitive Behavioural reconditioning as well as psychodynamic, relational and hypnosis approaches set you on a path to direct healing, starting immediately in the first 80 minute session. Her approach is genuine, empowering and powerful. Healing is probable, and happens as a result of conscious daily actions and unconscious dynamics that shift as a result of this process. Shelley is known for her groundbreaking therapeutic work in anxiety (adults/children), and couples counselling.
You’re doing your best—but life still feels overwhelming.
You’re stuck in patterns that are hard to break. Maybe you’re struggling with anxiety, relationship tension, or low confidence. You want to feel more balanced, empowered, and in control… but you’re not sure where to begin.
I help individuals and couples who feel stuck, disconnected, or emotionally drained find clarity, strength, and direction.
I specialize in helping people just like you build greater self-awareness and learn tools to navigate life’s challenges with confidence.
You’re doing your best—but life still feels overwhelming.
You’re stuck in patterns that are hard to break. Maybe you’re struggling with anxiety, relationship tension, or low confidence. You want to feel more balanced, empowered, and in control… but you’re not sure where to begin.
I help individuals and couples who feel stuck, disconnected, or emotionally drained find clarity, strength, and direction.
I specialize in helping people just like you build greater self-awareness and learn tools to navigate life’s challenges with confidence.
From Europe to Canada, Nicolas has always been thrilled to offer individual counselling adapting various tools and approaches to each and every individual and their personality.
As a Clinical Counsellor, He is aware of how challenging and overwhelming it can be to find accessible and non-judgemental counselling. It is why Nicolas strives to provide you with accountable and adapted services that support you in your journey towards accomplishing and achieving your therapeutic goals.
From Europe to Canada, Nicolas has always been thrilled to offer individual counselling adapting various tools and approaches to each and every individual and their personality.
As a Clinical Counsellor, He is aware of how challenging and overwhelming it can be to find accessible and non-judgemental counselling. It is why Nicolas strives to provide you with accountable and adapted services that support you in your journey towards accomplishing and achieving your therapeutic goals.
I specialize in the art of relationship—with ourselves and with others. I work with individuals, couples, and groups who are ready to transform personal and interpersonal challenges into deep growth and healing. I welcome all people and relationships, including those that identify as LGBTQIA2S+, non-monogamous, kink, racialized, neurodivergent, creative, and/or professional.
My approach is trauma-informed, somatic (body-based), and rooted in social justice. My hope is that you feel deeply supported and empowered with the self-understanding, inner resources, and practical skills needed to thrive in life and relationships.
I specialize in the art of relationship—with ourselves and with others. I work with individuals, couples, and groups who are ready to transform personal and interpersonal challenges into deep growth and healing. I welcome all people and relationships, including those that identify as LGBTQIA2S+, non-monogamous, kink, racialized, neurodivergent, creative, and/or professional.
My approach is trauma-informed, somatic (body-based), and rooted in social justice. My hope is that you feel deeply supported and empowered with the self-understanding, inner resources, and practical skills needed to thrive in life and relationships.
I love working with individuals who feel they don’t quite fit into traditional or “normative” spaces. Therapy with me is a place where you can show up exactly as you are—no filtering, no judgment. Whether you’re navigating thoughts, feelings, or experiences that feel confusing, overwhelming, or even shameful, you’ll be met with warmth, respect, and genuine acceptance.
I love working with individuals who feel they don’t quite fit into traditional or “normative” spaces. Therapy with me is a place where you can show up exactly as you are—no filtering, no judgment. Whether you’re navigating thoughts, feelings, or experiences that feel confusing, overwhelming, or even shameful, you’ll be met with warmth, respect, and genuine acceptance.
You are a deep thinker, a seeker of truth, and you yearn for a life filled with meaning and authenticity. Whether you're exploring your sexual identity, navigating complex relationships, or seeking to understand your emotional patterns, you’ve likely felt the tension between your desires and the limitations placed on you by unconscious drives or societal expectations. You’re ready to break free from these constraints and live your fullest, most liberated life.
You are a deep thinker, a seeker of truth, and you yearn for a life filled with meaning and authenticity. Whether you're exploring your sexual identity, navigating complex relationships, or seeking to understand your emotional patterns, you’ve likely felt the tension between your desires and the limitations placed on you by unconscious drives or societal expectations. You’re ready to break free from these constraints and live your fullest, most liberated life.
Do you feel like you’ve reached your breaking point, yet aren’t breaking through to the next level? Maybe you fluctuate between feeling scattered or paralyzed when it comes down to keeping up with everything. You might feel stuck when it comes to improving your relationships, career, or self-care. From the outside it can look like you don’t care enough, lack motivation, or are just not trying. We know that isn’t true. You are self-aware, especially about the kind of life you want, and who you’d love to be.
Do you feel like you’ve reached your breaking point, yet aren’t breaking through to the next level? Maybe you fluctuate between feeling scattered or paralyzed when it comes down to keeping up with everything. You might feel stuck when it comes to improving your relationships, career, or self-care. From the outside it can look like you don’t care enough, lack motivation, or are just not trying. We know that isn’t true. You are self-aware, especially about the kind of life you want, and who you’d love to be.
Taking the first step toward support can feel like a significant hurdle, and I truly honor the courage it takes to reach out. We often find that strength in our most vulnerable moments—whether navigating a quiet sense of loneliness or facing a sudden crisis.
I am here to walk alongside you through life’s transitions, offering a steady space to lean on when things feel heavy. My goal is to create a partnership where we can explore your feelings, share in the weight of your struggles, and authentically celebrate your victories.
In our work together, you can expect an approach that is both direct and deeply compassionate. I believe in
Taking the first step toward support can feel like a significant hurdle, and I truly honor the courage it takes to reach out. We often find that strength in our most vulnerable moments—whether navigating a quiet sense of loneliness or facing a sudden crisis.
I am here to walk alongside you through life’s transitions, offering a steady space to lean on when things feel heavy. My goal is to create a partnership where we can explore your feelings, share in the weight of your struggles, and authentically celebrate your victories.
In our work together, you can expect an approach that is both direct and deeply compassionate. I believe in
Life can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. You’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by stress, or stuck in unhealthy patterns. You long for clarity, connection, and confidence but aren’t sure where to start. You want to feel heard, understood, and empowered to take back control of your life and create meaningful, lasting change.
Life can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. You’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by stress, or stuck in unhealthy patterns. You long for clarity, connection, and confidence but aren’t sure where to start. You want to feel heard, understood, and empowered to take back control of your life and create meaningful, lasting change.
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself? Are you feeling disconnected from your relationship(s)? Are you feeling disconnected from your sexual self? Together, we can explore how to live a life more aligned with your intentions, and to create a more loving connection with yourself and others. Here, you will be able to tap into your own inner healer, so that love and presence can lead you into personal and relational growth.
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself? Are you feeling disconnected from your relationship(s)? Are you feeling disconnected from your sexual self? Together, we can explore how to live a life more aligned with your intentions, and to create a more loving connection with yourself and others. Here, you will be able to tap into your own inner healer, so that love and presence can lead you into personal and relational growth.
We are a leading counselling practice in Vancouver, BC specializing in empowering individuals to live authentic, meaningful lives. Our goal is to equip you with the tools and self-knowledge to manage emotions, overcome anxiety and depression, achieve your goals and see the world in a new perspective. We work with you to inspire confidence, peace of mind and, ultimately, lifelong resilience.
We are a leading counselling practice in Vancouver, BC specializing in empowering individuals to live authentic, meaningful lives. Our goal is to equip you with the tools and self-knowledge to manage emotions, overcome anxiety and depression, achieve your goals and see the world in a new perspective. We work with you to inspire confidence, peace of mind and, ultimately, lifelong resilience.
