Domestic Abuse Therapists in Vancouver, BC

I provide gentle, empathic care which will be personally attuned to your individual needs. I know it can be hard to begin seeing a counsellor, and I will work hard to help you feel safe and comfortable. I am interested and experienced in the treatment of depression, anxiety disorders, relationship problems, and stress management, using the latest therapeutic techniques. I have a particular interest in helping adults cope with the suffering caused by abuse. I am fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, and am very familiar with cross-cultural issues and problems experienced by individuals and families with a Chinese background.

Navigating through the world comes with inherent challenges, and sometimes what we’re seeking for support is more than what our friends or family can provide. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental therapeutic space where you can show up as you are, feel seen and heard, and together, we co-create the helpful way forward. My approach is integrative, trauma-informed, and social justice oriented.

Are you struggling to move past childhood adverse experiences ? Have you experienced any form of Narcissistic Abuse or are you an Adult Child of Narcissistic or Immature Parenting ? Do you struggle with standing up for yourself , articulating your needs , feelings of low self-worth, an inner critic, emotional care-taking of others, putting others' needs before yours ? You could be dealing with trauma responses. Our past experiences need not define us. We can heal and face the future with clarity and confidence. I use evidence-based trauma- specific modalities in my work to process trauma.

Nancy has been dedicated to personal growth for herself and others for the past 25 years. As a Psychotherapist who values excellence, expertise and exceptional service, she has developed a high level of presence and skills which guide her clients to evolve beyond limiting beliefs and dysfunctional patterns. Within Canada and the US, Nancy has a proven track record of helping child, adolescent and adult clients transform issues in relationships; anxiety; depression; addictions; gambling; OCD; eating disorders; PTSD from traumatic incidents such as accidents; war; domestic violence; sexual, physical and emotional abuse.

Developing a new relationship with your inner world can feel overwhelming and almost impossible at times. It is important to find a therapist that can help you explore your concerns with care, attention and support. My approach to psychotherapy is based on many years of training in both psychology and education. My passion for psychology led me to private practice after 20 years in the education sector. My role as a Principal of French Immersion Schools helps me establish strong therapeutic alliances with clients based on diverse interpersonal skills and a passion for the human condition.

With over 15 years experience successfully applying evidence-based addiction counselling techniques, Jeffery has the knowledge and skills to help you recover from addiction. He brings a vibrant and dynamic personality to his work. Jeffery has an innate ability to build strong rapport and trust with his clients. The services he offers are made to complement your individual needs and create a precise path to your treatment goals. Utilizing evidence-based treatment models he will help you to understand the root causes for the substance use and begin the healing process that will lead to stability and wellness.

I work with adults and youth (16 and up) around trauma, sexuality, identity, and relationships. I provide queer and trans affirming individual and relationship counselling services for folks in various relationship structures, including hormone readiness assessments. I specialize in sexualized violence and also work more expansively looking at reclamation of self and identity after trauma of displacement and/or collective and intergenerational trauma, as well as institutional trauma. I believe that healing is expansive and I strive to honour and integrate into our work whatever ways of healing you have already been using.

Some people seek my help to deal with current life struggles, a significant loss, or a change or life transition. For some, past childhood and/or adult abuse have had long-lasting effects on who they are and how they feel in the world. Often, people are looking for help to manage better and flourish more in life. I offer individual adult therapy for these issues. As a professional with over 20 years of experience, I also offer consultation to other therapists; I welcome questions about this aspect of my practice.

At an early age and throughout my life, as I have struggled with life’s ebbs and flows, I have realized how support and connection can provide people with a space for discovery. Through my own personal experiences, I have learned how essential it is to have a space to be heard. I believe in supporting those who are struggling to have a voice, and for that voice to provide a pathway towards growth and wellness. I am passionate about people, healing, and supporting those who need it most. My personal and professional values are intertwined. I believe in empowerment and supporting individuals to be the best they can be.

We are a a trauma-informed team of Clinical Counsellors, Art Therapists and other health practitioners, experienced in working with teens, youth and adults braving a range of mental health challenges. We offer Individual, Relationship, Group and Online Counselling. We hold an affirming, inclusive, non-pathologizing, culturally-safe, humility-focused and harm-reduction lens in my practice. I hold a Narrative Therapy approach and often blend it with art therapy. W have found that this way, even the people with awkward hide-and-seek relationships with their mental health make consistent progress, despite the resistance.

At the heart of this therapeutic practice is the idea that problems lie between you and others as opposed to within you. How do you relate to your loved ones, strangers, and the world at large? Questions such as these will help you understand not only what you could change in your life, but also how to change it. The cultivation of truth occurs through building lasting trust: This is the core of working effectively towards solutions and change together. A heart of non-judgment, encouragement, empowerment, and tools are provided so that you can work through trauma from the past as well as practice new ways of living in the world.

Stuck in your relationship? Feeling misunderstood, blamed, or attacked? Arguments and conflict weighing you down? Feeling empty or disconnected, frightened to speak your needs? If you're struggling in your relationships repeating the same pattern and in need of a way forward contact me today for your FREE 15 minute consultation. I am a relationship therapist whose aim is to help others gain insight into the problem patterns of behaviour we often fall victim to. Break-free of the painful cycles of the past. Contact me today to learn how you can enjoying the love and connection you deserve.

Sometimes life can become overwhelming and we feel lost, disconnected or like we are never good enough. I will provide a supportive and encouraging space where you can explore your experiences openly. Together we will gather insight, and I will provide you with support and tools to face any challenges you have and build a sense of belonging within. I work with individuals who are experiencing issues related to Trauma, Childhood Abuse, Anxiety, Depression, Body Image, Self-Worth, Relationship Issues and Grief/Loss. I also work with couples and parent-child relationships who are struggling to communicate and understand each other.

Trauma impacts how we see the world, navigate through our experiences, and connect with others. Even though you are not the product of a single experience or relationship, one experience can feel so overwhelming that it overtakes over all others. Together, you can start to dream about what life will look like if this problem or memory wasn't an obstacle anymore. What would be different? And what strengths and resources do you already carry with you to start that process.

With a childhood spent observing the ins and outs of human behavior, my fascination with psychology sparked at an early age. I am especially drawn to the stories of those who feel disconnected from themselves or others. Most of my clients are navigating trauma, narcissistic abuse, challenging relationships, obstacles to self-improvement, emotional distress, and substance use. I also work with neurodivergent individuals who identify with ADHD, Autism, HSP, and/or Giftedness.

Welcome! My name is Kelsey and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with a Masters of Counselling Psychology (MCP) from Adler University. I have a passion for helping empower clients to uncover their best selves. This passion has led to clinical opportunities that have allowed me to walk alongside men, women, and youth struggling with a variety of life challenges. I have been honoured to be able to support persons dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, abuse and addiction.

Dear clients, I am sending you my warmest greetings as you take this incredible step of showing up for yourself here. Life could be unbearable and confusing at times. I believe that the complexity of life is sometimes beyond words, but never beyond love and the desire to connect with ourselves. It is my hope to meet you and honor your life stories with compassion, love, and a true desire to listen. I look forward to going on this amazing journey with you, one in which we explore the peace, love, and light within you through developing practical ways of healing that suit you the most.

Hello! I'm Alejs, pronounced 'Alex'. My areas of focus are: LGBTQIA+ issues. Trauma & C-PTSD (adverse childhood experiences, sexualized violence, religious trauma). Non-normative relationships & lifestyles. 1st gen. & immigrant Canadians. Deep thinkers who want to explore their emotions but don't know where to start. My genuine warmth, humour and curiosity play a big role in my counselling approach. It’s important to me that my clients feel well-supported when digging into difficult material. My goal is to support you in finding new ways to explore and attend to the places and parts of yourself where you feel stuck or lost.

I specialize in helping to heal the impacts of Toxic Relationships, Narcissistic Abuse, Betrayal, and Traumatic Relationships/Endings. Whether you have left or are in the process of leaving a hurtful relationship, our work together will start with mapping out a specialized plan that heals the hurt and empowers you to create and maintain healthy and supportive relationships in your life. Let's start your journey out of painful relationships and into the peace and calm that exists when you connect to safe and healthy people. My strength is guiding clients as the tune in, trust and live out their truth in all areas of their life.