Psychosis Therapists in West Vancouver, BC
I have had the privilege of knowing and working with a great number of individuals and families with varying levels of life challenges including: relationships issues, all types of emotional disturbances and alcohol & substance use problems. I trust that my accumulated repertoire of psychological methods and techniques along with my sincere desire to help will ensure effective and satisfactory services for my clients.
I have had the privilege of knowing and working with a great number of individuals and families with varying levels of life challenges including: relationships issues, all types of emotional disturbances and alcohol & substance use problems. I trust that my accumulated repertoire of psychological methods and techniques along with my sincere desire to help will ensure effective and satisfactory services for my clients.
Life can bring uncertainty, stress, and disconnection — from ourselves, our work, or those closest to us. As a Registered Clinical Counsellor, I offer a safe, supportive space to explore challenges, gain clarity, and make meaningful change. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and practical, helping adults and couples navigate anxiety, communication, relationships, identity, and life transitions. Together, we work toward resilience, growth, and a stronger sense of balance and connection. LGBTQ+ affirming. Welcoming individuals and couples aged 16 and older.
Life can bring uncertainty, stress, and disconnection — from ourselves, our work, or those closest to us. As a Registered Clinical Counsellor, I offer a safe, supportive space to explore challenges, gain clarity, and make meaningful change. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and practical, helping adults and couples navigate anxiety, communication, relationships, identity, and life transitions. Together, we work toward resilience, growth, and a stronger sense of balance and connection. LGBTQ+ affirming. Welcoming individuals and couples aged 16 and older.
Peggy Clarkson Art Therapy and Consulting Services
Counsellor, MA, ATR, RCC-ACS
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Peggy is a critical incident stress debriefing (CISD) specialist. She is a registered art therapist, clinical supervisor, and clinical counsellor. Peggy works in Aboriginal health and has lived and worked rural, remote and on-reserve. She is currently on the faculty of 3 post graduate schools. Her work is influenced by ecopsychology, feminist, strengths-based, trauma-informed, approaches to wellness and healing. Peggy specializes with women, children, youth, adults and families. Peggy strives to reflect cultural-relational competency and honor diversity in leadership, project development, therapy and clinical supervisory capacities.
Peggy is a critical incident stress debriefing (CISD) specialist. She is a registered art therapist, clinical supervisor, and clinical counsellor. Peggy works in Aboriginal health and has lived and worked rural, remote and on-reserve. She is currently on the faculty of 3 post graduate schools. Her work is influenced by ecopsychology, feminist, strengths-based, trauma-informed, approaches to wellness and healing. Peggy specializes with women, children, youth, adults and families. Peggy strives to reflect cultural-relational competency and honor diversity in leadership, project development, therapy and clinical supervisory capacities.
Kate is a compassionate and empathetic clinical counselor who understands that taking the first step into counseling can feel overwhelming. She recognizes that many people may not always know where to begin their journey toward healing, and she is committed to providing a supportive, non-judgmental, and trauma-informed space where individuals can feel safe and heard.
Kate’s approach is grounded in the belief that collaboration, psychological safety, and trust are essential components of effective therapy. She strives to create an inclusive environment where clients of all backgrounds feel respected and valued.
Kate is a compassionate and empathetic clinical counselor who understands that taking the first step into counseling can feel overwhelming. She recognizes that many people may not always know where to begin their journey toward healing, and she is committed to providing a supportive, non-judgmental, and trauma-informed space where individuals can feel safe and heard.
Kate’s approach is grounded in the belief that collaboration, psychological safety, and trust are essential components of effective therapy. She strives to create an inclusive environment where clients of all backgrounds feel respected and valued.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
You deserve support, even if you’re used to managing things on your own. If anxiety, exhaustion, depression, or trauma symptoms are taking over your days I’m here to help, you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself. I work with adults who feel overwhelmed, burnt out, & ready for something to change. I’m here to listen but most importantly to work with you to build tangible skills for coping & growing. I specialize in therapeutic work related to trauma, sleep difficulties (e.g., insomnia, nightmares), and anxiety (e.g., chronic worry, panic, stress). I’ll meet you with warmth, compassion, and evidence-based tools.
You deserve support, even if you’re used to managing things on your own. If anxiety, exhaustion, depression, or trauma symptoms are taking over your days I’m here to help, you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself. I work with adults who feel overwhelmed, burnt out, & ready for something to change. I’m here to listen but most importantly to work with you to build tangible skills for coping & growing. I specialize in therapeutic work related to trauma, sleep difficulties (e.g., insomnia, nightmares), and anxiety (e.g., chronic worry, panic, stress). I’ll meet you with warmth, compassion, and evidence-based tools.
I work with teens, adults, and couples whose lives have been shaped by complex trauma, ADHD, anxiety, betrayal, and difficult relational or family patterns. They arrive often after other therapy touched behavior but never reached what organized it in the first place. Many are highly capable, yet carrying experiences that altered how safety, worth, trust, and belonging are held. My work is for people ready to understand how survival became personality, physiology, and relationship, and to change the pattern at the level where it was first organized, so steadiness becomes something felt in the body, not only understood in the mind.
I work with teens, adults, and couples whose lives have been shaped by complex trauma, ADHD, anxiety, betrayal, and difficult relational or family patterns. They arrive often after other therapy touched behavior but never reached what organized it in the first place. Many are highly capable, yet carrying experiences that altered how safety, worth, trust, and belonging are held. My work is for people ready to understand how survival became personality, physiology, and relationship, and to change the pattern at the level where it was first organized, so steadiness becomes something felt in the body, not only understood in the mind.
Therapy can be a transformative journey, one that holds the potential to foster feelings of radical acceptance and self-compassion, cultivate a sense of inner peace, and provide healing and care to each and every part of you. Developing awareness of yourself and your relationships can often be the first step toward creating change. Together, we'll identify your strengths, explore patterns that may be holding you back and give space to those deeper parts of you that have longed to be seen and understood. We will also work through any events or self-talk that may be creating distress or keeping you stuck.
Therapy can be a transformative journey, one that holds the potential to foster feelings of radical acceptance and self-compassion, cultivate a sense of inner peace, and provide healing and care to each and every part of you. Developing awareness of yourself and your relationships can often be the first step toward creating change. Together, we'll identify your strengths, explore patterns that may be holding you back and give space to those deeper parts of you that have longed to be seen and understood. We will also work through any events or self-talk that may be creating distress or keeping you stuck.
Major life events can take a toll on our mental health. Even positive transitions can leave us feeling anxious, depressed and alone. My great passion is empowering clients, who include women, children, youth, individuals and families, with the knowledge and skillset to endure difficult passages in life to arrive at a place feeling secure and fulfilled. I have experience and have completed supervised practicums in Substance Use Services, Adult, Children, Youth and Family Counselling, and Career Counselling and Program Development.
Major life events can take a toll on our mental health. Even positive transitions can leave us feeling anxious, depressed and alone. My great passion is empowering clients, who include women, children, youth, individuals and families, with the knowledge and skillset to endure difficult passages in life to arrive at a place feeling secure and fulfilled. I have experience and have completed supervised practicums in Substance Use Services, Adult, Children, Youth and Family Counselling, and Career Counselling and Program Development.
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Whether I am holding space for an adult, child, or teen, I aim to understand you and your unique experience of the world – what’s working, and what feels stuck! Let’s make sense of your experiences, create safety around the thoughts, feelings, and physical sensations that get in the way, and find ways to move toward what really matters to you.
Therapy with me is about identifying and connecting with your values in order to commit to meaningful change. This might look like reflective conversation, creative expression through art making, or mindfulness-based exploration, or expressive art and play therapy.
Whether I am holding space for an adult, child, or teen, I aim to understand you and your unique experience of the world – what’s working, and what feels stuck! Let’s make sense of your experiences, create safety around the thoughts, feelings, and physical sensations that get in the way, and find ways to move toward what really matters to you.
Therapy with me is about identifying and connecting with your values in order to commit to meaningful change. This might look like reflective conversation, creative expression through art making, or mindfulness-based exploration, or expressive art and play therapy.
Bahareh has extensive experience in EMDR, effective for anxiety, depression, PTSD, mood disorder and psychosis.
Trauma can overwhelm our ability to cope and may stem from many life experiences. When unprocessed, it can impact mental health, showing up as PTSD, anxiety, depression, or challenges with focus and regulation often seen in ADHD.
You’re not alone. At our clinic, we offer trauma-informed care, including EMDR, to help process past experiences, improve emotional regulation and attention, and support meaningful, lasting change. Together, we’ll build resilience and move toward a more grounded, empowered you.
Bahareh has extensive experience in EMDR, effective for anxiety, depression, PTSD, mood disorder and psychosis.
Trauma can overwhelm our ability to cope and may stem from many life experiences. When unprocessed, it can impact mental health, showing up as PTSD, anxiety, depression, or challenges with focus and regulation often seen in ADHD.
You’re not alone. At our clinic, we offer trauma-informed care, including EMDR, to help process past experiences, improve emotional regulation and attention, and support meaningful, lasting change. Together, we’ll build resilience and move toward a more grounded, empowered you.
I am a Registered Social Worker in BC, Alberta, and Ontario with 20 years of experience specializing in bipolar disorder counselling, psychosis, schizophrenia spectrum illnesses, depression and anxiety.
My career spans diverse settings, including community hospitals, psychiatric hospitals, and mental health teams in Canada and the UK. I’ve supported individuals, families and loved ones navigating complex issues like bipolar and psychosis therapy, and schizophrenia spectrum illnesses. I’ve also supervised over 15 Master’s students in mental health settings.
I am a Registered Social Worker in BC, Alberta, and Ontario with 20 years of experience specializing in bipolar disorder counselling, psychosis, schizophrenia spectrum illnesses, depression and anxiety.
My career spans diverse settings, including community hospitals, psychiatric hospitals, and mental health teams in Canada and the UK. I’ve supported individuals, families and loved ones navigating complex issues like bipolar and psychosis therapy, and schizophrenia spectrum illnesses. I’ve also supervised over 15 Master’s students in mental health settings.
My second area of expertise is in the area of psychosis.
I specialize in supporting adults who struggle with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and other anxiety concerns. If you are troubled by intrusive thoughts about contamination, accidents, violence, sex, identity, morality, religion, ‘just right’ feelings, or other themes, along with excessive checking, reviewing, avoiding, reassurance-seeking, or other mental or behavioural rituals, I'm here to help. My approach is grounded in cognitive-behaviour therapy (CBT), including exposure and response prevention (ERP), as well as acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and compassion-focused therapy.
My second area of expertise is in the area of psychosis.
I specialize in supporting adults who struggle with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and other anxiety concerns. If you are troubled by intrusive thoughts about contamination, accidents, violence, sex, identity, morality, religion, ‘just right’ feelings, or other themes, along with excessive checking, reviewing, avoiding, reassurance-seeking, or other mental or behavioural rituals, I'm here to help. My approach is grounded in cognitive-behaviour therapy (CBT), including exposure and response prevention (ERP), as well as acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and compassion-focused therapy.
I approach counselling from a lens that is grounded in the continued practice of anti-racism, disability justice, queer theory, sex positivity, and that recognizes the systemic violence that has, and continues to, harm us and impact our experiences in the world, and inside ourselves. The main niche of folks that I have had the honour of working with over the years have been queer and trans folks, sex workers, disabled folks, non-traditional relationship networks, kink and bdsm communities, BIPOC folks, folks navigating complex trauma, and those living at the intersections of many of these identities.
I approach counselling from a lens that is grounded in the continued practice of anti-racism, disability justice, queer theory, sex positivity, and that recognizes the systemic violence that has, and continues to, harm us and impact our experiences in the world, and inside ourselves. The main niche of folks that I have had the honour of working with over the years have been queer and trans folks, sex workers, disabled folks, non-traditional relationship networks, kink and bdsm communities, BIPOC folks, folks navigating complex trauma, and those living at the intersections of many of these identities.
My experience with mental health and substance use-based concerns spans 10+ years- from working in Downtown Eastside shelters, to case managing vulnerable children/youth and families with Vancouver Coastal Health, I strive to support individuals from all walks of life towards healing and wellness. My orientation towards CBT, DBT, person-centered, and trauma-informed modalities guides my therapeutic work as I intend to meet clients where they are at. As a Punjabi-speaking South Asian woman, I aim to encourage open dialogue around the cultural complexities that come with merging Western and Eastern identities.
My experience with mental health and substance use-based concerns spans 10+ years- from working in Downtown Eastside shelters, to case managing vulnerable children/youth and families with Vancouver Coastal Health, I strive to support individuals from all walks of life towards healing and wellness. My orientation towards CBT, DBT, person-centered, and trauma-informed modalities guides my therapeutic work as I intend to meet clients where they are at. As a Punjabi-speaking South Asian woman, I aim to encourage open dialogue around the cultural complexities that come with merging Western and Eastern identities.
I work with clients who feel stuck, overwhelmed, shut down, or disconnected. Many come to counselling while experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, stress, substance misuse, relationship challenges, low self-worth, mental health concerns, or major life transitions. I offer a grounded, compassionate, and supportive space where clients can speak openly without judgment, better understand what they are carrying, and develop practical tools for meaningful change. My goal is to help clients feel clearer, more stable, more connected, and better equipped to move forward.
I work with clients who feel stuck, overwhelmed, shut down, or disconnected. Many come to counselling while experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, stress, substance misuse, relationship challenges, low self-worth, mental health concerns, or major life transitions. I offer a grounded, compassionate, and supportive space where clients can speak openly without judgment, better understand what they are carrying, and develop practical tools for meaningful change. My goal is to help clients feel clearer, more stable, more connected, and better equipped to move forward.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
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 of your thoughts, emotions, and experiences, we can work together to foster healing, increase 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 of your thoughts, emotions, and experiences, we can work together to foster healing, increase self-awareness, strengthen self-esteem, and support meaningful personal growth.
I welcome you,
if you are ready to make deep and lasting changes in your life to find fulfillment, meaning, new skills and appreciation.
I believe that each one of us is on a journey of recovery, healing, repairing, growing and learning how to manifest authentically and creatively.
I also believe that the individual personal work we do directly impacts those in our life and our society at large.
I know that we need to be connected to our families, neighbours, communities to find health. Similarly, we need to honour our land, our resources and all sentient beings.
I look forward to meeting you in person or at a distance.
I welcome you,
if you are ready to make deep and lasting changes in your life to find fulfillment, meaning, new skills and appreciation.
I believe that each one of us is on a journey of recovery, healing, repairing, growing and learning how to manifest authentically and creatively.
I also believe that the individual personal work we do directly impacts those in our life and our society at large.
I know that we need to be connected to our families, neighbours, communities to find health. Similarly, we need to honour our land, our resources and all sentient beings.
I look forward to meeting you in person or at a distance.
“Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare.” - Audre Lorde. Hello, and welcome to Pamati Counselling. Pamati means listen in Cebuano. I am of mixed Asian ancestry, including Filipino, Chinese and Vietnamese. I was born in Toronto, the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples. The intersectional movements of MeToo, MMIWG, Black Lives Matter and FreePalestine inform my work.
“Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare.” - Audre Lorde. Hello, and welcome to Pamati Counselling. Pamati means listen in Cebuano. I am of mixed Asian ancestry, including Filipino, Chinese and Vietnamese. I was born in Toronto, the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples. The intersectional movements of MeToo, MMIWG, Black Lives Matter and FreePalestine inform my work.
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Psychosis Counsellors
What’s the most effective treatment for psychosis?
The most effective treatment for psychosis is coordinated specialty care. In this model, a team of professionals works with a patient to address all aspects of the underlying disorder. This approach incorporates individual or group therapy, employment and education support, family support and education, medication management (which often involves low doses of antipsychotics), and case management to facilitate problem-solving as needed.
When should people seek treatment for psychosis?
People should seek immediate treatment at the earliest indication of psychosis. Symptoms include delusions, hallucinations, disorganized or blocked speech, and agitated body movements. Early signs that a person may be developing a disorder that will lead to psychosis include suspiciousness of others, memory problems and distractibility, an inability to think clearly, rapid or nonsensical speech, withdrawal from friends or family, aggression toward others, and sensitivity to bright lights or noises.
What if psychosis is left untreated?
Without treatment, psychosis can have significant repercussions, including injuries, job loss, homelessness, financial or legal trouble, ruptured relationships, and suffering for the person and their family. While early treatment for psychosis often yields the best results, there is no point past which it becomes useless to seek treatment. At any point, treatment can make a difference.
How do I get someone else to seek treatment for psychosis?
It’s extremely difficult to watch a loved one suffer from hallucinations, delusions, and other elements of psychosis—sometimes exacerbated by their fears of treatment. Have a conversation with them in a quiet space and maintain a calm, supportive tone. Share your concerns about behaviors you’ve observed, suggest treatment, and explain the potential benefits. Listen carefully to their responses. The person may not be ready after one conversation, but with time, they may come around.