Schema Therapy in Vancouver, BC
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Lisley Siqueira
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
Verified
She draws from client-centered approaches, cognitive
schema therapy
, perinatal psychology, attachment theory, community psychology, and systemic family therapy.
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.

Xiva Taverna
Counsellor, RTC
Verified
Verified
My preferred therapeutic modalities are IFS,
Schema Therapy
, CBT, and I always work from a person-centred and trauma-informed perspective.
Do you judge yourself harshly? Do you feel that you're never good enough? Do you think you are responsible for the way another person feels or behaves? Do you focus outside yourself for love or security? Are you constantly seeking approval and affirmation? Change takes a lot of hard work and effort, but it is possible, and with the right type of counselling, you can get what you want from life. Together we will create a safe space where I will help you discover what's blocking your growth, heal old wounds, and change old patterns that no longer serve you.

Sophie Rimell
Counsellor, MCP, RCC
Verified
Verified
I believe each individual has the capacity and power to understand why different aspects of life have become challenging, and sometimes unmanageable. We all experience a variety of issues, obstacles, and challenges throughout different phases in our lives. Through the therapeutic process, it is my hope and intention to help individuals, who are facing challenges, find ways to make lasting change in their lives while creating a deeper understanding of their own strengths and experiences.

Hearts Matter Counselling Leanne Clarkson
Counsellor, RPC, MPCC
Verified
Verified
Listed as one of Vancouver’s top 3 marriage counsellors in Vancouver in 2019 by 3 Best Rated, Leanne’s specialty IS couples counselling. Are you in a relationship but feel alone, sad, hurt, resentful? Are you arguing about the same issues over & over with no change? Do you have unresolved hurt? Leanne can help. Her clients are individuals and couples struggling to find connection & happiness in their relationships. As a certified couples therapist, Leanne has the skills, experience & ability to handle the most challenging of circumstances. Leanne offers a free 15 minute consultation to see if she is a fit for you.

George Durocher
Counsellor, RPC, MPCC, CCPCPR, ACC
Verified
Verified
I enjoy working with all kind of people in Counselling and Coaching to reach a better self and balance in the busy world we all live in, each of us has a way to balance out and my job is to help you seek a healthy new you to have the skills and coping ways to deal with every day life and stresses in work, life, and personal self.

Tiela Warris
Counsellor, Ba, MCP, RCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Welcome! I am Tiela and I provide compassionate care. I work with clients from all walks of life with an emphasis on easing life transitions, people pleasing tendencies, unpacking trauma, and coming back to who you are, or were. Do you have a hard time making sense of your feelings or turn off your emotions when something big happens? Do you have a hard time addressing issues with others, or do you find yourself unhappy when others get get their needs met? Do you put your emotions in a box and put it on a shelf? I can help you retrieve that box and unpack it.

Niousha Pordavoody
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified
Verified
When a person decides that they are ready to face the truth and to see reality, I am able to reflect the emotional and psychological reality of any given situation. By facing reality, they are empowered to take steps toward improvement based on the new awareness that they gained. Whether you come with overwhelming anxiety, depression, unworthiness, a history of emotional or physical abuse, trauma, disordered eating or want to work on improving life quality I am devoted to creating a safe and supportive counselling atmosphere.

Shelley Ugyan
Counsellor, MC, BCEd
Verified
Verified
I have over 15 years experience working with depression, eating disorders and anxiety disorders of all kinds. These underlying dysfunctional patterns can take many forms, therefore the treatment approach may vary however evidence based CBT is the most effective treatment in these areas, especially when it is paired in combination with psychodynamic, relational and hypnosis approaches also as needed. Healing is probable, and happens as a result of conscious daily actions and unconscious dynamics that shift as a result of this process. I work with individuals who are ready and willing to change there thinking to heal for life.

Resilience Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
It is human to struggle, we all have our ups and downs and being isolated in our emotional experience can just make it worse. Most emotions and behaviour makes sense in context. However, when left on our own to try to piece together our challenges, we can find ourselves plagued with self doubt and often feel lost. Therapy can help you see your situation objectively, accept even the imperfect parts of yourself, and work to use these parts as a roadmap into better health and well-being. We are not always able to control what life throws our way, but with help, we can transform these experiences into personal growth and wisdom.

Lotus Therapy & Counselling Centre
Counsellor, MSc, RCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
We are a team of Clinical Counsellors specialized in treating stress and trauma-related symptoms. Have you experienced a traumatic event in the past that you are still struggling with today? Have you felt stuck, discouraged or overwhelmed? Are you struggling with distressing negative thoughts and unhealthy behaviours? We can help you heal the root of your issues.

Wallace Murray
Counsellor, RTC, CH, HT
Verified
Verified
As a counsellor, one is a supporter in a shared experience of learning and growing, with assessments usually being completed by the person being helped. I use questions, storytelling, humour, modelling, and proven methods to raise your awareness of your wholeness and interrelationships within life. I use the healing power of hypnosis for connecting within ourselves: spiritual, mental, physical and mental. I use a two-eyed approach of both Ericksonian and Indigenous knowledge when using hypnosis.

Patricia Snider - Mindful Therapy
Counsellor, MA , CCC , RCC
Verified
Verified
Hi All, my name is Patricia (MA, CCC, RCC), I have 30+yrs of experience as a therapist. I am committed to helping people to develop ability to being self-compassionate by gently challenging the way you think to help regulate negative thoughts. I've worked with a wide range of clientele both multi-cultural and across the life span. I value your unique way of being in the world. Life has taught me about suffering and I'm aware of the uniqueness of suffering. I care about your desire to have a full life. Let's work together in a collaborative way to explore why you feel the way you do and learn to regulate your thoughts and emotions.

Zoe Ramezani
Counsellor, PhD, RCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Zoe Ramezani is a clinical counselor, in Vancouver, British Columbia. Since 2011, her most career time has been spent working with couples, individuals and especially to its most vulnerable members of multicultural community struggling with PTSD, anxiety, aggression, and relationship challenges, through group therapy based on Nonviolent communication method and Cognitive therapy. Zoe helps clients with a wide variety of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, bipolar, grief, PTSD, life transitions, and other mood concerns.

Strength Counselling Services
Counsellor, MEd , RCC, CCC, RSW, RP
Verified
Verified
NOTE: We provide only online counselling at this time. We are a highly diverse team of counsellors with decades of experience treating nearly any mental health issue. We offer a holistic approach to healing focusing on mental, emotional, spiritual & physical health. We serve individuals, couples, families and groups. If our clients are not completely satisfied, we are committed to providing a change of counsellor on our team, or a referral to a counsellor outside of our agency.

Shelley E Ugyan
Counsellor, MC, BAEd
Verified
Verified
I have over 15 years experience working with depression, eating disorders and anxiety disorders of all kinds. These underlying dysfunctional patterns can take many forms, therefore the treatment approach may vary however evidence based CBT is the most effective treatment in these areas, especially when it is paired in combination with psychodynamic, relational and hypnosis approaches also as needed. Healing is probable, and happens as a result of conscious daily actions and unconscious dynamics that shift as a result of this process. I work with individuals who are ready and willing to change there thinking to heal for life.

Shelley E Ugyan
Counsellor
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have over 15 years experience working with depression, eating disorders and anxiety disorders of all kinds. These underlying dysfunctional patterns can take many forms, therefore the treatment approach may vary however evidence based CBT is the most effective treatment in these areas, especially when it is paired in combination with psychodynamic, relational and hypnosis approaches also as needed. Healing is probable, and happens as a result of conscious daily actions and unconscious dynamics that shift as a result of this process. I work with individuals who are ready and willing to change there thinking to heal for life.

Shelley Ugyan
Counsellor, MA, BAEd
Verified
Verified
I have over 15 years experience working with depression, eating disorders and anxiety disorders of all kinds. These underlying dysfunctional patterns can take many forms, therefore the treatment approach may vary however evidence based CBT is the most effective treatment in these areas, especially when it is paired in combination with psychodynamic, relational and hypnosis approaches also as needed. Healing is probable, and happens as a result of conscious daily actions and unconscious dynamics that shift as a result of this process. I work with individuals who are ready and willing to change there thinking to heal for life.

Otto Lim Counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RCSW, CCC
Verified
Verified
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.
Waitlist for new clients

Rita Schnarr I Schnarr Counselling
Counsellor, BA, MACP, RCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you feeling overwhelmed dealing with difficult situations and people in your life? Are you worrying so much that you're experiencing anxiety that is now affecting your daily functioning? Do you notice yourself freezing, avoiding or fleeing to try and cope with triggers? If you're experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression and/or relationship issues in both your personal life and in your career, I can provide you with individual counselling to help you better cope using evidence-based approaches that you'll be able to apply for the rest of your life.

Janele Lajoie
Counsellor, BA, MA, RCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hello! I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) who is passionate about supporting clients to navigate challenging life events or mental health concerns. I am also focused on reducing negative stigma of mental health. I have worked in various roles in the social services sector for ten years before beginning my career as a clinical counsellor, including immigration, disability support, outreach counselling, cultural safety, social work and case management. This professional experience combined with lived experience allows me to practice from trauma-informed, intersectional and anti oppressive frameworks.
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If you are unsure about choosing the right therapist, psychologist, or counsellor, it might be useful to first learn more about therapy types and modalities.
If you are unsure about choosing the right therapist, psychologist, or counsellor, it might be useful to first learn more about therapy types and modalities.
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When it comes to treatment methods, there's no 'right way.’ Each method of therapy can be beneficial for a variety of issues. Psychologists in Vancouver specialize in therapeutic approaches such as CBT, EMDR, and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), among others. Finding a psychologist or therapist who is a good fit for you is the most important step to discovering what type of therapy, or combination of therapeutic approaches, will meet your individual needs. Learn what to expect from different types of therapy and how they work.
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