Culturally Sensitive Therapists in North Vancouver, BC

My passion is to help you through difficult emotional distress or traumatic events to ultimately awaken joy and enliven your life! I myself have lived through traumatic loss and am deeply familiar with both the strengths and stressors of life transitions. I have also lived in multiple countries abroad and recognize the difficulties of being a newcomer and the importance of belonging. During our sessions you will find a non-judgmental space to gain clarity and develop positive mental habits to live your best life and authentic self.

If you are looking for that "safe place" to share without judgment or criticism, look no further. I know first-hand how difficult it can be to open up to someone about life's most private issues and challenges - as well as how much relief and peace can come after doing so. Whether you desire to quickly resolve a current issue or obstacle, or hope to identify and overcome some deeper, longer-standing issues that are preventing a full and satisfying life, together we can help you get there with YOU as expert of your own life!

I believe therapy is a journey towards meaningful change. My approach involves collaborative work within a safe, empathetic space to encourage self-exploration and personal growth. Utilizing a range of techniques, I aim to alleviate stress, guide through life transitions and challenges, and cultivate healthier, more fulfilling relationships. My ultimate objective is to cultivate a deeper understanding of life, nurture emotional resilience, and foster genuine connections with others

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 support individuals and couples through a wide range of challenging issues and specialize in culturally-sensitive Trauma treatment. I have extensive training and experience working with adult survivors of childhood abuse, trauma (of physical, combat, emotional, and/or sexual nature) survivors, inter-generational trauma survivors, immigrants and individuals navigating various life transitions, and individuals suffering from Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Emotional regulation difficulties, Substance use problems, and/or PTSD. I also work closely with Indigenous communities and in the past I served on reserve as a clinician.

I specialize in working with clients who are struggling with their sense of identity, most often as a result of life changes, health challenges, family/relationship issues, or managing multiple cultural identities. Together, we can navigate through challenges, make sense of past experiences and ease areas you are feeling stuck. I will support you in finding deeper meaning, developing new understandings of yourself, nurturing relationships, and discovering new ways of being that enrich your life.

For over 20 years, Bach Counselling Group brings an expertise to working with those who wish to make a positive change in relationships, intimacy, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, ADHD, parenting and eating disorders. We work with individuals and couples who are dealing with issues that may adversely affect their relationships. We strive to bring you to achieving your goals. Therapy is short term, cost effective and change oriented. Bach Counselling Group adheres to the ethics and standards set out by the Canadian Psychological Association.

I'm a Registered Clinical Counsellor who loves working with children, teenagers, adults and parents toward a fulfilling life that is envisioned by them. I believe that seeking counselling is one of the most important decisions that people can make for themselves and their loved ones. Embarking on a journey of self growth and healing can be difficult; yet, I know firsthand that the results are worthwhile. Most clients work with me to better manage stress, anxiety, depression, marital challenges, family conflicts, phobias and ADHD.

Are you feeling overwhelmed or disconnected from yourself and from others? Are you struggling with distressing thoughts and feelings? Are you desiring to understand yourself better and to nourish aspects of yourself that have been dormant? Perhaps you are seeking a space to feel witnessed, supported, and understood. Together, we can explore where you are coming from, what is holding you back, and where you want to go. My experience as a counsellor continues to teach me about the transformative possibilities that exist as we dissolve the sense of aloneness that so many of us feel.

Clients often come to me when they decide that survival is no longer enough. Whether it's past trauma, depression, anxiety, disconnection from self, lack of purpose, or lack of hope (etc). As humans, we all carry rocks in our proverbial backpacks. I am awestruck by the human capacity to survive and endure. But sometimes the weight that holds us down becomes so familiar that it is almost comforting. If you are reading this, you have found the courage to ask the question, "What if I allow myself to believe that I deserve better?" I love nothing more than helping clients explore what that might look like, and how to get there.

Hello My name is Victoria. My aim as a therapist is to create a safe and non-judgemental environment in which you feel comfortable talking about any thoughts, feelings, or experiences and be met with acceptance, warmth, and respect. I place utmost importance on building strong, authentic and trusting relationships with the people I work with.

Thank you for making the courageous step to seek therapy. I am passionate about supporting children (8+) and parents, youths and adults with concerns related to OCD and anxiety, but also offer support to individuals who are dealing with stress, panic, grief, loss, heartbreak, trauma, depression and life transitions. I am trained to provide specialized I-CBT treatment for OCD and have helped many clients to take charge of their OCD and anxiety. I have experience working with diverse populations, and I welcome folks from all walks of life to connect with me.

At Illuminate Counselling, our therapists have both the professional AND the lived experience in our specialized areas of practice. We believe this combination – competence and relatability – is key to providing the best possible journey through counselling. An authentic and human experience.

Recovery from pain is possible. Let's start together from understanding YOUR pain and creating a path to wellness that is unique for YOU. I am fascinated by the brain and body connection and the immense possibilities that arise when we open ourselves to learning and understanding how various psychoneurobiological mechanisms work, how our environments and circumstances have shaped us and continue to do so, and how we can harness the power of that understanding towards change. Studies indicate that many chronic pain conditions are often not the result of structural causes, but of psychoneurobiological processes that can be reversed.

I believe in the importance of a supportive and trusting therapeutic relationship. I have been an elementary school teacher for over ten years and have taught, coached, and counselled children of all ages. As a teacher, I enjoyed creating opportunities for learning and growth that also supported the emotional and psychological growth of my students. My passion for helping children in this capacity inspired a move from teaching to counselling. I counsel children, adolescents, and young adults from a client centered approach.

I work with individual adults and youth (14 and up) who struggle with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, low self-esteem, gender and sexual related issues, school bullies and historical and current trauma. I am passionate in supporting trans, queer and gender diverse folks.

Individuals, couples and poly folks tend to seek me out because I’m clear-headed, sincere and deeply hopeful. I stay present even in the toughest moments, supporting clients as they process relationship challenges, feelings of anger, disconnection and overwhelming anxiety. I work extensively with clients working through childhood trauma and abuse, grappling with low self-esteem, powerlessness and grief. I focus on what feels helpful for you — sometimes that’s having a safe sounding board; other times it’s having a co-problem solver with tools right beside you. My sense of humour is a plus, so is my endless curiosity and compassion.

I am a Registered Psychologist (in both British Columbia and Saskatchewan) who provides treatment for adults with depression, anxiety, worry, stress, and anger issues. Since I am registered in both BC and SK, I can see clients (virtually) from both provinces. I use primarily cognitive-behaviour therapy or CBT; if you don't know what this, I'd be happy to explain! I understand that it can be challenging to reach out for help, so I try to make the process as straightforward and simple as I can.

Thank you for taking the time to explore the possibility of working together. I am a Registered Psychologist with interest in supporting positive change, well-being, and mindful living. My area of specialty and interest is working with adults and teens in dealing with stress, anxiety, life transitions, depression, trauma, chronic pain, and grief. Clients have described my approach as compassionate, positive, strength-based, effective, empowering, and collaborative. I use various evidence-based and empirically validated approaches, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Humanistic Therapy.