Secular and Non-Religious Therapists in Vancouver, BC
Welcome to a transformative counseling experience with me. Here, you'll find a warm and accepting space to openly share your experiences and work towards achieving your therapeutic goals. With over 20 years of experience in Psychiatry and Psychotherapy for adults, I will tailor my counselling knowledge to your unique needs. I have extensive expertise in treating individuals dealing with co-morbid psychiatric conditions. I can help you understand the effects of medication on your mental health and explore additional strategies to support your recovery. Together, we can navigate these complexities and work towards a better living.
Welcome to a transformative counseling experience with me. Here, you'll find a warm and accepting space to openly share your experiences and work towards achieving your therapeutic goals. With over 20 years of experience in Psychiatry and Psychotherapy for adults, I will tailor my counselling knowledge to your unique needs. I have extensive expertise in treating individuals dealing with co-morbid psychiatric conditions. I can help you understand the effects of medication on your mental health and explore additional strategies to support your recovery. Together, we can navigate these complexities and work towards a better living.
I welcome clients who seek a collaborative, non-judgmental process focused on addressing painful emotions and circumstances. We will address difficult relationship patterns, grieve unacceptable losses, and investigate ways to change hopelessly stuck situations. While I specialize in working with anxiety, stress, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions and complex grief, I welcome all clients who are seeking a therapist who is present, authentic, and comfortable in complex and hard-to-resolve situations (and who doesn't sound like ChatGPT.)
I welcome clients who seek a collaborative, non-judgmental process focused on addressing painful emotions and circumstances. We will address difficult relationship patterns, grieve unacceptable losses, and investigate ways to change hopelessly stuck situations. While I specialize in working with anxiety, stress, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions and complex grief, I welcome all clients who are seeking a therapist who is present, authentic, and comfortable in complex and hard-to-resolve situations (and who doesn't sound like ChatGPT.)
Something feels off — and you're tired of carrying it alone.
Maybe relationships feel strained, anxiety has become background noise, or Maybe relationships feel strained, anxiety has become background noise, or life has shifted in ways you didn't expect. Whatever brought you here, you don't have to keep figuring it out by yourself.
Counselling is a place to slow down, understand what's beneath the surface, and start building a life that feels like yours again. You set the pace — no pressure to have it all figured out before we begin.
I work with individuals navigating anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.
Something feels off — and you're tired of carrying it alone.
Maybe relationships feel strained, anxiety has become background noise, or Maybe relationships feel strained, anxiety has become background noise, or life has shifted in ways you didn't expect. Whatever brought you here, you don't have to keep figuring it out by yourself.
Counselling is a place to slow down, understand what's beneath the surface, and start building a life that feels like yours again. You set the pace — no pressure to have it all figured out before we begin.
I work with individuals navigating anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.
Starting therapy can be daunting, I am here to provide a safe space for you to unload, share your story, and get the help you need to navigate life's challenges. I love helping individuals, couples, and groups with relationship challenges, intergenerational trauma, cultural conflicts, self-esteem and identity issues, anxiety and depression, questions around sexuality and gender, grief and loss, and other life changes. If it is even a bit too heavy to carry alone - I am here to help.
Starting therapy can be daunting, I am here to provide a safe space for you to unload, share your story, and get the help you need to navigate life's challenges. I love helping individuals, couples, and groups with relationship challenges, intergenerational trauma, cultural conflicts, self-esteem and identity issues, anxiety and depression, questions around sexuality and gender, grief and loss, and other life changes. If it is even a bit too heavy to carry alone - I am here to help.
Hi there, nice to meet you! There are a lot of therapists on here and it can be hard to know where to start, so to help you work out if I might be the right fit, here are some headline facts about me: I am proudly LGBTQ2SI+ friendly, an intersectional feminist and strengths based counsellor. I work using a trauma informed approach and believe that clients are the experts of their own lives so I believe the best thing I can do is create a non-judgemental space for them. I love to laugh, run, drink tea and am open about choosing not to have children in a world that makes that difficult.
Hi there, nice to meet you! There are a lot of therapists on here and it can be hard to know where to start, so to help you work out if I might be the right fit, here are some headline facts about me: I am proudly LGBTQ2SI+ friendly, an intersectional feminist and strengths based counsellor. I work using a trauma informed approach and believe that clients are the experts of their own lives so I believe the best thing I can do is create a non-judgemental space for them. I love to laugh, run, drink tea and am open about choosing not to have children in a world that makes that difficult.
My clients often come to therapy wanting a better emotional understanding of themselves and their partners. Maybe you find yourself in the midst of relationship conflict, or a loved one had encouraged you to be more open and vulnerable. Or maybe you find yourself at a crossroads in your career and want clarity before taking the next step. I also specialize in working with couples, especially those navigating the challenges of parenthood, because I know that healing those relationships can have lifelong impacts.
My clients often come to therapy wanting a better emotional understanding of themselves and their partners. Maybe you find yourself in the midst of relationship conflict, or a loved one had encouraged you to be more open and vulnerable. Or maybe you find yourself at a crossroads in your career and want clarity before taking the next step. I also specialize in working with couples, especially those navigating the challenges of parenthood, because I know that healing those relationships can have lifelong impacts.
Tina is currently a counsellor in training under the supervision of Kiran Dosanjh. She received a bachelor’s in forensic psychology from StFX and is obtaining a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. She has a background in leadership, mental health and addiction support, and harm reduction. Tina utilizes a variety of therapy approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, client-centered therapy, mindfulness, and narrative therapy.
Tina is currently a counsellor in training under the supervision of Kiran Dosanjh. She received a bachelor’s in forensic psychology from StFX and is obtaining a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. She has a background in leadership, mental health and addiction support, and harm reduction. Tina utilizes a variety of therapy approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, client-centered therapy, mindfulness, and narrative therapy.
I am a trauma-informed therapist and work with numerous challenges including anxiety disorders, PTSD, ADHD, chronic pain & illness, Autism Spectrum Disorder and other neurodivergent concerns. As a Queer man, I have a passion for working with 2slbgtqia+ identifying individuals who may confront a myriad of barriers in accessing Queer affirming care
I am a trauma-informed therapist and work with numerous challenges including anxiety disorders, PTSD, ADHD, chronic pain & illness, Autism Spectrum Disorder and other neurodivergent concerns. As a Queer man, I have a passion for working with 2slbgtqia+ identifying individuals who may confront a myriad of barriers in accessing Queer affirming care
Sometimes life feels like trying to fold a fitted sheet where no matter what you do, the corners just won’t match up! And if you’re neurodiverse, it can feel like you’re doing that while balancing on a moving train.
I’m Miki, and I work with adults navigating ADHD, autism, and life in queer and trans communities. My goal is to create a space where you can show up exactly as you are, with humor, warmth, and zero judgment. Whether you’re juggling anxiety, feeling stuck, needing to close some mental tabs, struggle to express your emotions, or just need to keep the mental plates spinning, we’ll work together towards your ideal life.
Sometimes life feels like trying to fold a fitted sheet where no matter what you do, the corners just won’t match up! And if you’re neurodiverse, it can feel like you’re doing that while balancing on a moving train.
I’m Miki, and I work with adults navigating ADHD, autism, and life in queer and trans communities. My goal is to create a space where you can show up exactly as you are, with humor, warmth, and zero judgment. Whether you’re juggling anxiety, feeling stuck, needing to close some mental tabs, struggle to express your emotions, or just need to keep the mental plates spinning, we’ll work together towards your ideal life.
Whether you're dealing with past trauma, difficult family dynamics, or are stuck in frustrating patterns, feelings of disconnection and anxiety can easily become your day-to-day. In a world that can be challenging to navigate at the best of times, the struggles we face can sometimes feel insurmountable. It is my belief that we all need support and connection in order to process our experiences and to feel safe and secure in our own skin. With the tools somatic therapy brings we can support the body to complete it’s natural healing processes, helping us find the freedom to live our lives to the fullest.
Whether you're dealing with past trauma, difficult family dynamics, or are stuck in frustrating patterns, feelings of disconnection and anxiety can easily become your day-to-day. In a world that can be challenging to navigate at the best of times, the struggles we face can sometimes feel insurmountable. It is my belief that we all need support and connection in order to process our experiences and to feel safe and secure in our own skin. With the tools somatic therapy brings we can support the body to complete it’s natural healing processes, helping us find the freedom to live our lives to the fullest.
Calling all creative, self-aware humans who struggle with relationships and anxiety. I bet you often feel stuck in your mind with all these chattering voices, trying to "fix" the uncomfortable feelings and escape the worry loops. Life is pretty overwhelming, so you may go on autopilot for days before you even realize. You're not quite sure how to "sit with your feelings" but you're willing to try. You genuinely want to understand your patterns and process your past. You are ready to slow down and develop a stronger relationship with yourself and others. You're ready to live your life to the fullest.
Calling all creative, self-aware humans who struggle with relationships and anxiety. I bet you often feel stuck in your mind with all these chattering voices, trying to "fix" the uncomfortable feelings and escape the worry loops. Life is pretty overwhelming, so you may go on autopilot for days before you even realize. You're not quite sure how to "sit with your feelings" but you're willing to try. You genuinely want to understand your patterns and process your past. You are ready to slow down and develop a stronger relationship with yourself and others. You're ready to live your life to the fullest.
My clients tend to be people who march to the beat of their own drum. They know what it’s like to feel misunderstood, and some might go as far as to consider themselves “black sheep” or even outcasts. My approach to counselling involves finding and appreciating your unique identity. I love helping people embrace their most authentic selves!
My clients tend to be people who march to the beat of their own drum. They know what it’s like to feel misunderstood, and some might go as far as to consider themselves “black sheep” or even outcasts. My approach to counselling involves finding and appreciating your unique identity. I love helping people embrace their most authentic selves!
Welcome! I’m Jasmine, a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and Registered Nurse (RN) with an extensive background working in mental health. My approach to therapy is humanistic and person-centred, creating a safe, open, and collaborative space where you feel truly heard, seen, and accepted. Through deep reflection and exploration on your thoughts, emotions, and experiences, we can work together to foster self-awareness, strengthen self-esteem, and support meaningful personal growth.
Welcome! I’m Jasmine, a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and Registered Nurse (RN) with an extensive background working in mental health. My approach to therapy is humanistic and person-centred, creating a safe, open, and collaborative space where you feel truly heard, seen, and accepted. Through deep reflection and exploration on your thoughts, emotions, and experiences, we can work together to foster self-awareness, strengthen self-esteem, and support meaningful personal growth.
If you are an individual or couple experiencing relationship challenges, perinatal loss, anxiety, depression, grief, or parenting concerns I would love to support you. I offer a strengths-based, trauma-informed and attachment-focused therapeutic approach that integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Mindfulness approaches to gain real and achievable results. With the collection of my formal training, along with my personal experience in personal growth, I deeply believe in the transformative power of a counselling relationship where there is a goodness of fit.
If you are an individual or couple experiencing relationship challenges, perinatal loss, anxiety, depression, grief, or parenting concerns I would love to support you. I offer a strengths-based, trauma-informed and attachment-focused therapeutic approach that integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Mindfulness approaches to gain real and achievable results. With the collection of my formal training, along with my personal experience in personal growth, I deeply believe in the transformative power of a counselling relationship where there is a goodness of fit.
Many of the challenges that bring people to therapy : anxiety, depression, self-criticism, people-pleasing, emotional overwhelm, or feeling stuck in harmfull behaviours are often the result of unmet emotional needs.
These needs might include feeling safe, understood, valued, supported, allowed to express emotions, or free to be yourself. When needs go unmet, we adapt in the best ways we can. But sometimes the adaptations that once helped us cope become the problem. Therapy can help you understand the unmet needs and how to change your life to better meet them.
Many of the challenges that bring people to therapy : anxiety, depression, self-criticism, people-pleasing, emotional overwhelm, or feeling stuck in harmfull behaviours are often the result of unmet emotional needs.
These needs might include feeling safe, understood, valued, supported, allowed to express emotions, or free to be yourself. When needs go unmet, we adapt in the best ways we can. But sometimes the adaptations that once helped us cope become the problem. Therapy can help you understand the unmet needs and how to change your life to better meet them.
Do you long for more natural and meaningful connections and relationships? You may feel discouraged when people in your life don’t seem to see who you really are, and you struggle to show up with confidence and ease. When friendships and relationships feel tense or stressful, you may find yourself wondering if it’s possible to turn things around – and where on earth to start. Using evidence-based therapy approaches (along with my own perceptive and curious mind), I help clients understand relational cycles they may be stuck in and also create goals to break away from those patterns.
Do you long for more natural and meaningful connections and relationships? You may feel discouraged when people in your life don’t seem to see who you really are, and you struggle to show up with confidence and ease. When friendships and relationships feel tense or stressful, you may find yourself wondering if it’s possible to turn things around – and where on earth to start. Using evidence-based therapy approaches (along with my own perceptive and curious mind), I help clients understand relational cycles they may be stuck in and also create goals to break away from those patterns.
When I tell you that I am happy to see you I truly mean it. I am here to help you understand what exactly it is that brings you to therapy and to help you build the life you want to lead. My role is to offer guidance while we tell stories, explore resources, and shape new perspectives so you can use your insight to make the changes you want to see for yourself. Whether we're working through anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, or simply a feeling of being stuck, throughout it all I will be there to support you, cheer you on, challenge you, and remind you that you are not alone in your experience.
When I tell you that I am happy to see you I truly mean it. I am here to help you understand what exactly it is that brings you to therapy and to help you build the life you want to lead. My role is to offer guidance while we tell stories, explore resources, and shape new perspectives so you can use your insight to make the changes you want to see for yourself. Whether we're working through anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, or simply a feeling of being stuck, throughout it all I will be there to support you, cheer you on, challenge you, and remind you that you are not alone in your experience.
Counselling & Health Advocacy by Jenna Reed-Côté
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Online Only
I know what it's like when you're advocating at the top of your lungs but it feels like no one is listening.
Wait a minute, shouldn’t I be the expert on what it is like living in my body? Do I not deserve a seat at the table of my life?
Is there a manual for living life with chronic illness? I wish! What I'd give to feel like my voice mattered, navigating healthcare. What I'd give knowing that just because I do life differently does not mean I'm not accomplishing significant things. My body doesn't define me.
You don’t have to live life constantly questioning if your experiences are valid. You don’t have to live constantly
I know what it's like when you're advocating at the top of your lungs but it feels like no one is listening.
Wait a minute, shouldn’t I be the expert on what it is like living in my body? Do I not deserve a seat at the table of my life?
Is there a manual for living life with chronic illness? I wish! What I'd give to feel like my voice mattered, navigating healthcare. What I'd give knowing that just because I do life differently does not mean I'm not accomplishing significant things. My body doesn't define me.
You don’t have to live life constantly questioning if your experiences are valid. You don’t have to live constantly
Do you want to know yourself better? To know why you respond the way you do to certain life events? Do you feel the urge to better align your values to your actions? Would you like to be more self-responsible while also considering the needs of others, then exploring how you process your world together could be beneficial.
Do you want to know yourself better? To know why you respond the way you do to certain life events? Do you feel the urge to better align your values to your actions? Would you like to be more self-responsible while also considering the needs of others, then exploring how you process your world together could be beneficial.
I work with adults, youth and families seeking healing and positive change as they navigate the ups and downs of life. Together we cultivate deep respect for each person’s unique experiences while nurturing the connections, within ourselves and to others, that enliven us.
I work with adults, youth and families seeking healing and positive change as they navigate the ups and downs of life. Together we cultivate deep respect for each person’s unique experiences while nurturing the connections, within ourselves and to others, that enliven us.
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Secular and Non-Religious Counsellors
What is a secular and non religious approach in therapy?
Secular or non-religious therapy is a theoretical orientation used by many therapists and describes a therapeutic approach that does not rely on any specific religious or faith-based beliefs in the therapeutic process. Secular counsellors will often approach therapy with an emphasis on evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients, instead of relying on religious practices, such as prayer or belief in God.
Is secular therapy primarily for non-religious people?
Both religious and non-religious individuals can benefit from secular therapy. People exploring their religious or spiritual beliefs may find it especially useful to work with a secular therapist who is unbiased toward any specific religion. While religious individuals might value the connection and familiarity of seeing a counsellor who shares their beliefs, secular counselling can offer them the chance to develop coping skills independent of their religious practice, which can be beneficial in various aspects of their lives.
Can a secular approach to therapy help with religious trauma?
One major reason clients may seek a secular therapist is to process previous religious experiences, including religious trauma. Secular therapists can help clients manage symptoms of the trauma through practices such as Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). They can also encourage clients through talk therapy or psychodynamic approaches to explore the roots of their religious trauma. Since secular therapists do not have any predetermined religious beliefs, they can be particularly helpful for clients looking to explore their own religious beliefs following a history of religious trauma.
What does non religious marriage and premarital counselling involve?
Marriage and premarital counselling typically involves a couple meeting with a therapist to discuss topics such as planning for marriage, navigating a new marriage, addressing relationship challenges, and developing better communication and conflict resolution skills. Non-religious therapists assist couples in achieving these goals without adhering to specific religious beliefs or frameworks, often emphasising inclusivity and non-judgment, especially for "nontraditional" couples. However, seeking couples therapy from a non-religious counsellor does not mean religious topics are off-limits. In fact, non-religious couples from different religious backgrounds may benefit from a secular therapist who remains neutral toward the beliefs of each partner.