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Ellen Yang

Counsellor, PhD(c), RCC, RCC-RCS, RETA, RCS (she, her)

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Available both in-person and online
438 Seymour Street Vancouver, BC V6B
If you’re functioning on the outside but struggling on the inside, you don’t have to hold it alone. Many people come to therapy feeling anxious, overwhelmed, burned out, or emotionally stuck—often carrying Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD, Grief, or disconnection. Therapy can be a steady, compassionate space to slow down, feel understood, and reconnect with what matters. I support children, teens, and adults with Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Trauma and PTSD, Grief, Emotional Disturbance, Self Esteem, and Life Transitions, including Autism and neurodivergent experiences.
My approach is integrative, relational, trauma-informed, and body-based. I blend Counselling with Somatic Psychotherapy and Expressive Arts/Play Therapy-informed practices, using a strength-based lens to support mind, body, and emotions—no art experience needed. I also provide Clinical Supervision for therapists seeking reflective, relational support.
With 30+ years in mental health, expressive arts therapy, and education, I help clients build resilience and reconnect with clarity, stability, and meaning. Learn more about my approach and my book, The Secret Language of Autism, on my website. Book a free 15-minute consultation to see if we’re a good fit.
Call or Ellen Yang now for a free 15 minute consultation - (778) 860-4893

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

438 Seymour Street

Vancouver, BC V6B map

(778) 860-4893

PASS Center

294 East 1st Avenue

Vancouver, BC V5T map

My website
I am currently accepting new clients for telehealth (video/phone) sessions. In-person sessions will be available starting in March 2026.
I specialize in Depression, Trauma and PTSD and Autism 
$180 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, families and groups  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Ellen Yang
Let's Connect (778) 860-4893
Photo of Ellen Yang, Counsellor, PhD(c), RCC, RCC-RCS, RETA, RCS

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

438 Seymour Street

Vancouver, BC V6B map

(778) 860-4893

PASS Center

294 East 1st Avenue

Vancouver, BC V5T map

My website
I am currently accepting new clients for telehealth (video/phone) sessions. In-person sessions will be available starting in March 2026.
I specialize in Depression, Trauma and PTSD and Autism 
$180 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, families and groups  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Ellen Yang

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $180
  • Couple Sessions $200

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Cheque, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa, Wire

Insurance

  • Canada Life | Great-West Life
  • Great-West Life
  • Green Shield Canada
  • Manulife
  • Pacific Blue Cross
  • Self-Design
  • SunLife
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Session Availability: Online Therapy (Teletherapy) Available on Tuesday and Wednesday. In-Person Therapy: Available March to September 2026
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Ellen Yang
Counsellor, PhD(c), RCC, RCC-RCS, RETA, RCS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 860-4893
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Session Availability: Online Therapy (Teletherapy) Available on Tuesday and Wednesday. In-Person Therapy: Available March to September 2026
Photo of Ellen Yang, Counsellor, PhD(c), RCC, RCC-RCS, RETA, RCS
Ellen Yang
Counsellor, PhD(c), RCC, RCC-RCS, RETA, RCS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 860-4893

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of British Columbia / 19029 Ellen Yang
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended European Graduate School (EGS) , Master in Expressive Arts Therapy & Psychology
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: BC Association of Clinical Counsellors RCC 19029
  • License: Association of Cooperative Counselling Therapists of Canada RCS 2359
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Ellen, a seasoned professional holding titles as a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), Registered Counselling Supervisor (RCS), and Registered Expressive Arts Therapist (REAT), specializes in navigating emotional/behavioral challenges, cognitive/physical difficulties, and autism.
Photo of Ellen Yang, Counsellor, PhD(c), RCC, RCC-RCS, RETA, RCS
Ellen Yang
Counsellor, PhD(c), RCC, RCC-RCS, RETA, RCS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 860-4893
"
Ellen, a seasoned professional holding titles as a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), Registered Counselling Supervisor (RCS), and Registered Expressive Arts Therapist (REAT), specializes in navigating emotional/behavioral challenges, cognitive/physical difficulties, and autism.
Photo of Ellen Yang, Counsellor, PhD(c), RCC, RCC-RCS, RETA, RCS
Ellen Yang
Counsellor, PhD(c), RCC, RCC-RCS, RETA, RCS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 860-4893

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Depression
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Autism

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Bisexual
  • Child
  • Coping Skills
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Eating Disorders
  • Education and Learning Disabilities
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Intellectual Disability
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Neurodivergence
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Teen Violence
  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
  • Women's Issues
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Ellen Yang
Counsellor, PhD(c), RCC, RCC-RCS, RETA, RCS
Do these issues align with your needs? or (778) 860-4893
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Ellen Yang
Counsellor, PhD(c), RCC, RCC-RCS, RETA, RCS
Do these issues align with your needs? or (778) 860-4893

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

I also speak

Korean

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

I also speak

Korean

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA)
  • Art Therapy
  • Clinical Supervision and Qualified Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Dance Movement Therapy
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Expressive Arts
  • Gestalt
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Intervention
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Music Therapy
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Positive Psychology
  • Sandplay
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
Photo of Ellen Yang, Counsellor, PhD(c), RCC, RCC-RCS, RETA, RCS
Ellen Yang
Counsellor, PhD(c), RCC, RCC-RCS, RETA, RCS
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (778) 860-4893
Photo of Ellen Yang, Counsellor, PhD(c), RCC, RCC-RCS, RETA, RCS
Ellen Yang
Counsellor, PhD(c), RCC, RCC-RCS, RETA, RCS
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (778) 860-4893

Location

Primary Location

438 Seymour Street

Vancouver, BC V6B

(778) 860-4893

Additional Location

PASS Center

294 East 1st Avenue

Vancouver, BC V5T

(778) 860-4893

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

Neighborhoods

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I am currently accepting new clients for telehealth (video/phone) sessions. In-person sessions will be available starting in March 2026.
Photo of Ellen Yang, Counsellor, PhD(c), RCC, RCC-RCS, RETA, RCS
Ellen Yang
Counsellor, PhD(c), RCC, RCC-RCS, RETA, RCS
Call for a free consultation now - (778) 860-4893
"
I am currently accepting new clients for telehealth (video/phone) sessions. In-person sessions will be available starting in March 2026.
Photo of Ellen Yang, Counsellor, PhD(c), RCC, RCC-RCS, RETA, RCS
Ellen Yang
Counsellor, PhD(c), RCC, RCC-RCS, RETA, RCS
Call for a free consultation now - (778) 860-4893