Pacific Blue Cross Therapists in Vancouver, BC
Are you tired of carrying the weight of everyone else's expectations? Are you looking to move beyond perfectionism, control, and people-pleasing towards deeper self-trust, connection, and authenticity? You may have built a life that looks put together from the outside, but inside, you're longing for a deeper sense of meaning, connection, or fulfillment.
As an eldest daughter, & Capricorn, I understand how heavy the weight of responsibility can be and what it looks like to care for others at the expense of yourself. This might show up as anxiety, fear of failure, lack of connection, or a lingering sense that something is missing.
Are you tired of carrying the weight of everyone else's expectations? Are you looking to move beyond perfectionism, control, and people-pleasing towards deeper self-trust, connection, and authenticity? You may have built a life that looks put together from the outside, but inside, you're longing for a deeper sense of meaning, connection, or fulfillment.
As an eldest daughter, & Capricorn, I understand how heavy the weight of responsibility can be and what it looks like to care for others at the expense of yourself. This might show up as anxiety, fear of failure, lack of connection, or a lingering sense that something is missing.
I specialize in disordered eating, and the complex relationships we often have with our bodies, food, and exercise. If you are experiencing (peri)menopause, postpartum, or other life changes alongside new or recurring symptoms of an eating disorder, we may be an especially good fit. This might be a new job, the end or start of relationship, or something else. These things can all trigger discomfort in the body, and my goal is to help you create trust and safety as through this growth.
I specialize in disordered eating, and the complex relationships we often have with our bodies, food, and exercise. If you are experiencing (peri)menopause, postpartum, or other life changes alongside new or recurring symptoms of an eating disorder, we may be an especially good fit. This might be a new job, the end or start of relationship, or something else. These things can all trigger discomfort in the body, and my goal is to help you create trust and safety as through this growth.
I am a psychotherapist who combines art therapy and talk therapy with body awareness. I enjoy working with adult clients with overlapping identities and particularly welcome people living with addictions or in recovery, BIPOC, sex workers, folks exploring their sexual or gender identity, and people living with anxiety.
I am biracial, queer, able bodied, cisgendered, and a settler on this land. I am also a parent with a deep understanding of the ways our chosen and birth families shape us.
I am a psychotherapist who combines art therapy and talk therapy with body awareness. I enjoy working with adult clients with overlapping identities and particularly welcome people living with addictions or in recovery, BIPOC, sex workers, folks exploring their sexual or gender identity, and people living with anxiety.
I am biracial, queer, able bodied, cisgendered, and a settler on this land. I am also a parent with a deep understanding of the ways our chosen and birth families shape us.
Many of the people I work with carry stories of migration, loss, and starting over. As an Arab woman who moved to Canada during my younger adult years, I understand what it means to rebuild life in a new place while holding on to language, culture, and dignity. I work especially well with clients who feel overwhelmed, unseen, or emotionally burdened, and who need a space where their experiences are understood without explanation.
Many of the people I work with carry stories of migration, loss, and starting over. As an Arab woman who moved to Canada during my younger adult years, I understand what it means to rebuild life in a new place while holding on to language, culture, and dignity. I work especially well with clients who feel overwhelmed, unseen, or emotionally burdened, and who need a space where their experiences are understood without explanation.
Are you aspiring to live a life filled with meaning and purpose but feel stuck or overwhelmed? Does anxiety and self-doubt keep you from moving forward? I help clients like you overcome these challenges and break free from limiting habits. Together, we’ll uncover the root causes of what holds you back and apply practical strategies, so that you’ll feel empowered, clear, and fulfilled in a life aligned with your deepest values.
Are you aspiring to live a life filled with meaning and purpose but feel stuck or overwhelmed? Does anxiety and self-doubt keep you from moving forward? I help clients like you overcome these challenges and break free from limiting habits. Together, we’ll uncover the root causes of what holds you back and apply practical strategies, so that you’ll feel empowered, clear, and fulfilled in a life aligned with your deepest values.
Welcome! Clients often describe me as compassionate, insightful, and easy to talk to. We all have strengths and know how to survive. But sometimes we want more than just keeping our head above the water and going through the same cycle. I understand how culture, community, family, and relationships can shape us in subtle but important ways. I strive to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, supported, and comfortable being themselves as we work together toward a more fulfilling future. Together we can build a life worth living!
Welcome! Clients often describe me as compassionate, insightful, and easy to talk to. We all have strengths and know how to survive. But sometimes we want more than just keeping our head above the water and going through the same cycle. I understand how culture, community, family, and relationships can shape us in subtle but important ways. I strive to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, supported, and comfortable being themselves as we work together toward a more fulfilling future. Together we can build a life worth living!
Can we treat ourselves like a cherished guest? To be welcoming, attentive, kind, understanding, and celebrating inner accomplishments; counsellors can do this with us - show how to do this for ourselves. My name is Michael Vaclavik and I work in private practice in Vancouver. With decades of experience in mindfulness and body awareness, as well as training in Existential Analysis, my style of counseling provides deep and embodied support to help clients address the core of their life experiences. As a trauma-informed counselor, I prioritize safety and validation in my work. I work with individuals in the late-teens to adult range.
Can we treat ourselves like a cherished guest? To be welcoming, attentive, kind, understanding, and celebrating inner accomplishments; counsellors can do this with us - show how to do this for ourselves. My name is Michael Vaclavik and I work in private practice in Vancouver. With decades of experience in mindfulness and body awareness, as well as training in Existential Analysis, my style of counseling provides deep and embodied support to help clients address the core of their life experiences. As a trauma-informed counselor, I prioritize safety and validation in my work. I work with individuals in the late-teens to adult range.
My aim is to offer a warm and steady presence, and a gentle invitation to be present with and curious about your inner world. Therapy looks different for everyone, and I tailor my approach based on what style each client is looking for. Sometimes that looks like building actionable ways to work with thoughts that feel sticky and challenging, or working on skills that can help us find a sense of steadiness through overwhelming emotion. Other times, you might want to explore the roots of your experiences, understand the impact of past wounds on your present self, or find ways to break old patterns.
My aim is to offer a warm and steady presence, and a gentle invitation to be present with and curious about your inner world. Therapy looks different for everyone, and I tailor my approach based on what style each client is looking for. Sometimes that looks like building actionable ways to work with thoughts that feel sticky and challenging, or working on skills that can help us find a sense of steadiness through overwhelming emotion. Other times, you might want to explore the roots of your experiences, understand the impact of past wounds on your present self, or find ways to break old patterns.
Lazzaro Pisu is one of the most recommended hypnotherapists in Canada. His clients are individuals who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected and are seeking meaningful change in areas such as anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, grief, low self-esteem, addiction patterns, or life transitions. Through hypnotherapy and mind-body techniques, Lazzaro provides a safe, compassionate environment to access and transform these patterns at their root. Clients gain clarity, emotional relief, and renewed strength to move forward with confidence, resilience, and purpose.
Lazzaro Pisu is one of the most recommended hypnotherapists in Canada. His clients are individuals who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected and are seeking meaningful change in areas such as anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, grief, low self-esteem, addiction patterns, or life transitions. Through hypnotherapy and mind-body techniques, Lazzaro provides a safe, compassionate environment to access and transform these patterns at their root. Clients gain clarity, emotional relief, and renewed strength to move forward with confidence, resilience, and purpose.
Are you overwhelmed by memories that won't fade? Do nightmares frequently disrupt your sleep? Are you anxious or depressed and can't figure out why? Trauma overwhelms the mind and the body, often leaving you stuck and unable to fully engage in life or fully connect with your authentic self. EMDR Therapy tailored to your needs can unburden your nervous system and allow you to gain a sense of safety, ease, creativity and connection. Take the first step - reach out today!
Are you overwhelmed by memories that won't fade? Do nightmares frequently disrupt your sleep? Are you anxious or depressed and can't figure out why? Trauma overwhelms the mind and the body, often leaving you stuck and unable to fully engage in life or fully connect with your authentic self. EMDR Therapy tailored to your needs can unburden your nervous system and allow you to gain a sense of safety, ease, creativity and connection. Take the first step - reach out today!
Do you struggle with self-blame, fear of judgment, or saying no? Are you taking on too much responsibility or feeling unproductive? Many of my clients like you feel pressured to meet high expectations and avoid mistakes—not just from perfectionism, but from a fear of letting others down. They may internalize criticism and ruminate on perceived faults or 'failures,' which fuels a cycle of anxiety and self-doubt. For some, this stems from past experiences where expressing needs wasn’t encouraged, or they were told they were 'wrong' for how they felt. You may feel unseen, or not enough, which can drain energy and block self-care.
Do you struggle with self-blame, fear of judgment, or saying no? Are you taking on too much responsibility or feeling unproductive? Many of my clients like you feel pressured to meet high expectations and avoid mistakes—not just from perfectionism, but from a fear of letting others down. They may internalize criticism and ruminate on perceived faults or 'failures,' which fuels a cycle of anxiety and self-doubt. For some, this stems from past experiences where expressing needs wasn’t encouraged, or they were told they were 'wrong' for how they felt. You may feel unseen, or not enough, which can drain energy and block self-care.
Hi, I’m Justin. It might look like you're keeping it together, but inside, you may feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that are hard to explain. Maybe your relationships feel distant. Maybe sex feels like a source of stress instead of connection. Whatever you're carrying, you don't have to do it alone. I help individuals and couples work through intimacy struggles, relationship stress, anxiety, and identity concerns. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling like something is missing in their personal experiences or with others. My practice is sex-positive, kink-aware, BDSM-informed, and affirming.
Hi, I’m Justin. It might look like you're keeping it together, but inside, you may feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that are hard to explain. Maybe your relationships feel distant. Maybe sex feels like a source of stress instead of connection. Whatever you're carrying, you don't have to do it alone. I help individuals and couples work through intimacy struggles, relationship stress, anxiety, and identity concerns. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling like something is missing in their personal experiences or with others. My practice is sex-positive, kink-aware, BDSM-informed, and affirming.
Hello! My name is Jessie. Thank you for reaching out to consider if I’m the right counsellor for you. I have an online practice, Ongoing Self, and I offer in-person sessions through Peak Resilience. A little bit about me is that I immigrated to Canada when I was 5, and grew up across 6 different cities. I was also raised in a multi-faith household.
In my own communities, I’ve seen the impact of generations of trauma and low mental health support. It’s not easy trying to navigate everything all at once: your environment, your people, yourself. My hope is to help you write a different future from the history handed to you.
Hello! My name is Jessie. Thank you for reaching out to consider if I’m the right counsellor for you. I have an online practice, Ongoing Self, and I offer in-person sessions through Peak Resilience. A little bit about me is that I immigrated to Canada when I was 5, and grew up across 6 different cities. I was also raised in a multi-faith household.
In my own communities, I’ve seen the impact of generations of trauma and low mental health support. It’s not easy trying to navigate everything all at once: your environment, your people, yourself. My hope is to help you write a different future from the history handed to you.
Whether you want more out of life, love, your relationship, or all of the above, it is possible! If you're trying to find a better connection, want more intimacy, a better sexual relationship, to heal from an affair, to work out some new relationship agreements with your partner, or generally to find more wellness, presence or fulfilment in your life and relationships, you've come to the right place. Whatever your unique story, if you're looking for guidance through a challenging situation or you're ready to move with intention in a new direction, I'm here to help and to celebrate your progress throughout!
Whether you want more out of life, love, your relationship, or all of the above, it is possible! If you're trying to find a better connection, want more intimacy, a better sexual relationship, to heal from an affair, to work out some new relationship agreements with your partner, or generally to find more wellness, presence or fulfilment in your life and relationships, you've come to the right place. Whatever your unique story, if you're looking for guidance through a challenging situation or you're ready to move with intention in a new direction, I'm here to help and to celebrate your progress throughout!
We believe in your journey as a lifelong process of self-discovery and empowerment. We provide a strength-based, non-stigmatizing approach to counselling, acknowledging you are deserving of care and support. At Therapy Matters, you can release defences and reveal your full potential. We invite you to discover your resilience and embrace your unique perspective on life.
We believe in your journey as a lifelong process of self-discovery and empowerment. We provide a strength-based, non-stigmatizing approach to counselling, acknowledging you are deserving of care and support. At Therapy Matters, you can release defences and reveal your full potential. We invite you to discover your resilience and embrace your unique perspective on life.
You may have spent years caring for others, adapting, and holding everything together, only to find yourself wondering: Where am I in all this? I work especially with women navigating the seasons and transitions that reshape who we are: moving to a new country, becoming a mother, going through perimenopause, grieving a loss, or finding yourself at a crossroads. I also work deeply with childhood, relational, and sexual trauma. You may understand your story and still feel that old wounds, patterns, and ways of surviving continue to live in your body and relationships. You long to feel more grounded, connected, and at home in yourself.
You may have spent years caring for others, adapting, and holding everything together, only to find yourself wondering: Where am I in all this? I work especially with women navigating the seasons and transitions that reshape who we are: moving to a new country, becoming a mother, going through perimenopause, grieving a loss, or finding yourself at a crossroads. I also work deeply with childhood, relational, and sexual trauma. You may understand your story and still feel that old wounds, patterns, and ways of surviving continue to live in your body and relationships. You long to feel more grounded, connected, and at home in yourself.
I am able to direct bill for folks with Pacific Blue Cross insurance.
If you're looking to add a counsellor to your support team who brings curiosity and compassion, while also holding personal and systemic complexity and nuance, you're in the right place. I specialize in supporting older youth (16+) and adults who want to get to the root of their patterns. Many of my clients are LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and/or have experienced other forms of marginalization who often took on caregiving roles early in life. They share that they struggle with overwhelm, burnout, people-pleasing, chronic loneliness or feeling like “too much,” despite appearing to others as if they "have it all together".
I am able to direct bill for folks with Pacific Blue Cross insurance.
If you're looking to add a counsellor to your support team who brings curiosity and compassion, while also holding personal and systemic complexity and nuance, you're in the right place. I specialize in supporting older youth (16+) and adults who want to get to the root of their patterns. Many of my clients are LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and/or have experienced other forms of marginalization who often took on caregiving roles early in life. They share that they struggle with overwhelm, burnout, people-pleasing, chronic loneliness or feeling like “too much,” despite appearing to others as if they "have it all together".
If you or someone you care about is struggling with alcohol or drugs, you don’t have to figure it out alone. As a Vancouver Interventionist and Addiction Counsellor I have been helping guide people out of the grips of addiction for over 20 years. Services include Alcohol and Drug Interventions, Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), and Private Inpatient Rehab. I view every individual situation as unique and believe it requires an approach tailored to the specific needs of the client. This is fundemental to therapeutic effectiveness. Call or email directly with any question have about these programs.
If you or someone you care about is struggling with alcohol or drugs, you don’t have to figure it out alone. As a Vancouver Interventionist and Addiction Counsellor I have been helping guide people out of the grips of addiction for over 20 years. Services include Alcohol and Drug Interventions, Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), and Private Inpatient Rehab. I view every individual situation as unique and believe it requires an approach tailored to the specific needs of the client. This is fundemental to therapeutic effectiveness. Call or email directly with any question have about these programs.
When our most vulnerable parts are seen, witnessed, heard, and accepted by another, healing can begin. You may feel like you are locked on autopilot, just going through the motions. Or perhaps feel isolated from others, disconnected from yourself, caught in painful patterns and uncertain how to move towards meaningful change. Often, beneath these experiences is a longing for greater connection, self-understanding, relief, and a deeper sense of aliveness. Together, we work to increase nervous system awareness, make sense of past experiences, strengthen emotional regulation, and explore new ways of relating to yourself and others.
When our most vulnerable parts are seen, witnessed, heard, and accepted by another, healing can begin. You may feel like you are locked on autopilot, just going through the motions. Or perhaps feel isolated from others, disconnected from yourself, caught in painful patterns and uncertain how to move towards meaningful change. Often, beneath these experiences is a longing for greater connection, self-understanding, relief, and a deeper sense of aliveness. Together, we work to increase nervous system awareness, make sense of past experiences, strengthen emotional regulation, and explore new ways of relating to yourself and others.
If you are feeling stuck in your past, old ways of coping, or are replaying painful memories I want you to know that there is hope for your future. I work with many people, who, like you, each have unique stories, and have done their best to push forward and to leave their hurts behind. You may be surrounded by people, and yet feel a longing in your life for deeper connection and relationships. You might even feel disconnected from yourself, your body, and others. Perhaps you have tried to cope with the distress by turning to substances, food, self-harm, shopping, work, or other ways of feeling in control.
If you are feeling stuck in your past, old ways of coping, or are replaying painful memories I want you to know that there is hope for your future. I work with many people, who, like you, each have unique stories, and have done their best to push forward and to leave their hurts behind. You may be surrounded by people, and yet feel a longing in your life for deeper connection and relationships. You might even feel disconnected from yourself, your body, and others. Perhaps you have tried to cope with the distress by turning to substances, food, self-harm, shopping, work, or other ways of feeling in control.
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