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Gabriel Ballestero
Counsellor, RPC, Lic, BA

Gabriel Ballestero

Counsellor, RPC, Lic, BA

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V5R
Let's Connect (647) 951-6339
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Connection and understanding is key. Feeling like we can talk freely and understand each other is what it´s all about. Building trust and clarity guides our progress and paves the way so our efforts can lead us forward to the results we desire in our lives. In that context, professional techniques are like stepping stones and building blocks that help us along the way, particularly when we need it most. If you need support, don´t hesitate to reach out. Your needs and goals are an important part of who you are, and what your journey is. I will be honoured to offer all the support I can.
By being anchored and balanced whilst staying authentic and genuine. In this way I can tune in and better understand what you are living, whilst developing a sense for what may help and serve you best, aswell as how to explore that with you in a way that you feel empowered.
The challenges we face in our lifes become an important part of our life story, and the way we handle and resolve them becomes a part of who we are. There are many of us who struggle and need help - the right kind of help - part of our humanity is accepting this, and another part of us knows we will heal and continue moving forward living and enjoying life.
Call or Gabriel Ballestero now for a free 15 minute consultation - (647) 951-6339

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Vancouver, BC V5R

(647) 951-6339

3665 Kingsway

Vancouver, BC V5R map

In-person at a Central Park Business Centre offices, Kingsway and Boundary Rd, or online, weekdays or evenings and saturdays.
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let me know how I can help
Gabriel Ballestero
Let's Connect (647) 951-6339
Photo of Gabriel Ballestero, Counsellor, RPC, Lic, BA

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Vancouver, BC V5R

(647) 951-6339

3665 Kingsway

Vancouver, BC V5R map

In-person at a Central Park Business Centre offices, Kingsway and Boundary Rd, or online, weekdays or evenings and saturdays.
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let me know how I can help
Gabriel Ballestero

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $170

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Mastercard, Visa, Wire

Insurance

  • Alberta Blue Cross
  • Aspiria
  • Blue Cross
  • Canada Life | Great-West Life
  • Chambers Plan
  • ComPsych
  • Desjardins
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Empire Life Canada
  • Green Shield Canada
  • Homewood Health
  • Optima Global Health
  • Pacific Blue Cross
  • Saskatchewan Blue Cross
  • Sentara Health Plans
  • SunLife
  • TELUS Health
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Interact e-transfer and online card payments are accepted and receipts are issued for clients to submit to their employment benefits coverage and insurers
Photo of Gabriel Ballestero, Counsellor, RPC, Lic, BA
Gabriel Ballestero
Counsellor, RPC, Lic, BA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 951-6339
"
Interact e-transfer and online card payments are accepted and receipts are issued for clients to submit to their employment benefits coverage and insurers
Photo of Gabriel Ballestero, Counsellor, RPC, Lic, BA
Gabriel Ballestero
Counsellor, RPC, Lic, BA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 951-6339

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of British Columbia / 4798 Gabriel Ballestero
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 16 years
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Canadian Professional Counsellors Association 4798 / 2024
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I am a Master Practitioner in Clinical Counselling registered with the Canadian Professional Counsellors Association (CPCA) and have 15 years of experience as psychotherapist.
Photo of Gabriel Ballestero, Counsellor, RPC, Lic, BA
Gabriel Ballestero
Counsellor, RPC, Lic, BA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 951-6339
"
I am a Master Practitioner in Clinical Counselling registered with the Canadian Professional Counsellors Association (CPCA) and have 15 years of experience as psychotherapist.
Photo of Gabriel Ballestero, Counsellor, RPC, Lic, BA
Gabriel Ballestero
Counsellor, RPC, Lic, BA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 951-6339

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Life Transitions
  • Masculinity issues
  • Men's Issues
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Social Skills
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Weight Loss
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I lean on empathic listening and like to adapt to peoples needs, developing an understanding of how much of a directive approach is needed from session to session, versus a more flexible approach. When directing sessions, I focus on the positive just as much as the challenges, and work on coping skills, relaxation, mindfulness and visualization. You can expect a humanistic centered approach.
Photo of Gabriel Ballestero, Counsellor, RPC, Lic, BA
Gabriel Ballestero
Counsellor, RPC, Lic, BA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 951-6339
"
I lean on empathic listening and like to adapt to peoples needs, developing an understanding of how much of a directive approach is needed from session to session, versus a more flexible approach. When directing sessions, I focus on the positive just as much as the challenges, and work on coping skills, relaxation, mindfulness and visualization. You can expect a humanistic centered approach.
Photo of Gabriel Ballestero, Counsellor, RPC, Lic, BA
Gabriel Ballestero
Counsellor, RPC, Lic, BA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 951-6339

Endorsement

Nate Torhjelm
Nate Torhjelm
CounsellorMTC
Gabriel is a colleague and someone I have had the pleasure of working with for some time. I value his feedback and see him as a deeply caring, skilled and supportive therapist. He genuinely cares about his clients

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA)
  • Art Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Expressive Arts
  • Gestalt
  • Humanistic
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Narrative
  • Psychodynamic
  • Trauma Focused
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I practise feedback informed therapy, focused on solutions, emotions and practical objectives - always looking for an approach that adapts to my clients needs.
Photo of Gabriel Ballestero, Counsellor, RPC, Lic, BA
Gabriel Ballestero
Counsellor, RPC, Lic, BA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 951-6339
"
I practise feedback informed therapy, focused on solutions, emotions and practical objectives - always looking for an approach that adapts to my clients needs.
Photo of Gabriel Ballestero, Counsellor, RPC, Lic, BA
Gabriel Ballestero
Counsellor, RPC, Lic, BA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (647) 951-6339

Location

Primary Location

Vancouver, BC V5R

(647) 951-6339

Additional Location

3665 Kingsway

Vancouver, BC V5R

(647) 951-6339
"
In-person at a Central Park Business Centre offices, Kingsway and Boundary Rd, or online, weekdays or evenings and saturdays.
Photo of Gabriel Ballestero, Counsellor, RPC, Lic, BA
Gabriel Ballestero
Counsellor, RPC, Lic, BA
Call for a free consultation now - (647) 951-6339
"
In-person at a Central Park Business Centre offices, Kingsway and Boundary Rd, or online, weekdays or evenings and saturdays.
Photo of Gabriel Ballestero, Counsellor, RPC, Lic, BA
Gabriel Ballestero
Counsellor, RPC, Lic, BA
Call for a free consultation now - (647) 951-6339