LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Chilliwack, BC
Robyn Harold
Counsellor, MACP, CYC, ECE
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chilliwack, BC V2P
Waitlist for new clients
I have been fortunate enough to gain experience working with LGBTQ+ individuals and neuro-diverse youth.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor offering counselling sessions to children, youth, and adults. I work alongside my client through a strengths-based approach, exploring what would help them create growth in their lives. Using my warm personality, experience and humor I aim to create an environment where a client can understand what has brought them to counselling and create change in an authentic way. I specialize in working with adolescents and supporting parents who are struggling with their children through various stages of growth.
I have been fortunate enough to gain experience working with LGBTQ+ individuals and neuro-diverse youth.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor offering counselling sessions to children, youth, and adults. I work alongside my client through a strengths-based approach, exploring what would help them create growth in their lives. Using my warm personality, experience and humor I aim to create an environment where a client can understand what has brought them to counselling and create change in an authentic way. I specialize in working with adolescents and supporting parents who are struggling with their children through various stages of growth.
Each of us can be impacted by anxiety, stress, trauma and relationship difficulties as we go through life. I assist individuals in processing difficult emotions and experiences, navigating life transitions, learning new coping and relationship skills as well as exploring identity and developing a strong sense of self. Systemic discrimination has a profound impact on mental health, and I aim to offer safe counselling services to queer, trans, non-binary, neurodiverse and culturally diverse clients. I believe that every person is the expert and author of their life story, and my role is to assist you in writing the next chapter.
Each of us can be impacted by anxiety, stress, trauma and relationship difficulties as we go through life. I assist individuals in processing difficult emotions and experiences, navigating life transitions, learning new coping and relationship skills as well as exploring identity and developing a strong sense of self. Systemic discrimination has a profound impact on mental health, and I aim to offer safe counselling services to queer, trans, non-binary, neurodiverse and culturally diverse clients. I believe that every person is the expert and author of their life story, and my role is to assist you in writing the next chapter.
My primary focus areas are couples counselling, children and youth, mediation, anxiety, LGBTQIA+, family counselling, chronic pain and traumatic brain injury, and neurodivergency.
Happiness can be found, even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light- Albus Dumbledore. I like to implement a client-centered approach whereby I take my years of experience and training to adjust a therapeutic approach to best suit each one of my clients. I have eight years of experience working with children and families with special needs, including children diagnosed with Autism, OCD, ADD, FSD, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Pain Disorders, Neurodivergency, Brain Injuries, and Anxiety.
My primary focus areas are couples counselling, children and youth, mediation, anxiety, LGBTQIA+, family counselling, chronic pain and traumatic brain injury, and neurodivergency.
Happiness can be found, even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light- Albus Dumbledore. I like to implement a client-centered approach whereby I take my years of experience and training to adjust a therapeutic approach to best suit each one of my clients. I have eight years of experience working with children and families with special needs, including children diagnosed with Autism, OCD, ADD, FSD, Conduct Disorder, Depression, Pain Disorders, Neurodivergency, Brain Injuries, and Anxiety.
Carlene Walterhouse (Wellness With Carlene)
Psychiatric Nurse, RPN
Verified Verified
Chilliwack, BC V2P (Online Only)
She is HAES aligned and LGBTQ+ affirming.
Carlene is a Registered Psychiatric Nurse, Somatic Practitioner and certified Intuitive Eating counselor. Her work often centres those whose relationship with food, sexuality, their body, and mental health is influenced by their current or past spiritual beliefs, religious trauma and/or complex and developmental trauma.
She is HAES aligned and LGBTQ+ affirming.
Carlene is a Registered Psychiatric Nurse, Somatic Practitioner and certified Intuitive Eating counselor. Her work often centres those whose relationship with food, sexuality, their body, and mental health is influenced by their current or past spiritual beliefs, religious trauma and/or complex and developmental trauma.
Oakhill Counselling & Mediation Services
Counsellor, MA, MBA, RCC
Verified Verified
Chilliwack, BC V2R
Our therapists help with a variety of presenting issues ranging from depression, anxiety, PTSD, pain management, identity, workplace issues and much more. Oakhill Counselling & Mediation Services utilizes the expertise of master level therapists registered psychologists. We have several offices conveniently located in the Fraser Valley and also offer telehealth. We're easy to find and easy to work with.
Our therapists help with a variety of presenting issues ranging from depression, anxiety, PTSD, pain management, identity, workplace issues and much more. Oakhill Counselling & Mediation Services utilizes the expertise of master level therapists registered psychologists. We have several offices conveniently located in the Fraser Valley and also offer telehealth. We're easy to find and easy to work with.
Zakary Zarichney
Registered Social Worker, RCC, RSW, EMDR, MSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chilliwack, BC V2R (Online Only)
Accepting NEW Clients - Tired of scrolling? Feeling stuck or curious about next steps? Looking for someone with a passion for the work? Let's clear the path together and find your way forward. Ready to tackle anxiety, stress, or low mood head-on with effective coping strategies? Curious about EMDR and how it can help you process trauma, reshape your life, and improve your connections with others? Or, maybe you're a couple navigating issues like infidelity or sexuality, or simply seeking better communication skills, I'm here to guide you towards positive change. Reclaim your happiness and well-being - let's start with a free call.
Accepting NEW Clients - Tired of scrolling? Feeling stuck or curious about next steps? Looking for someone with a passion for the work? Let's clear the path together and find your way forward. Ready to tackle anxiety, stress, or low mood head-on with effective coping strategies? Curious about EMDR and how it can help you process trauma, reshape your life, and improve your connections with others? Or, maybe you're a couple navigating issues like infidelity or sexuality, or simply seeking better communication skills, I'm here to guide you towards positive change. Reclaim your happiness and well-being - let's start with a free call.
Having worked in the Health Care field for over 17 years, I have gained a wide range of knowledge about helping individuals and families who are suffering from an illness, anxiety, PTSD or struggling with their sexual identity as well as alternative relationships including Open relationships and Poly Lifestyles. I have gained my skill set by providing support to others, as well as from my own experiences. I am a proud member of the 2S LGBTQ+ community. With all of my clients, I draw on both my life experience as well as my education, and is a strong believer of partnership and collaboration to help my clients reach their goals.
Having worked in the Health Care field for over 17 years, I have gained a wide range of knowledge about helping individuals and families who are suffering from an illness, anxiety, PTSD or struggling with their sexual identity as well as alternative relationships including Open relationships and Poly Lifestyles. I have gained my skill set by providing support to others, as well as from my own experiences. I am a proud member of the 2S LGBTQ+ community. With all of my clients, I draw on both my life experience as well as my education, and is a strong believer of partnership and collaboration to help my clients reach their goals.
I know first hand how overwhelming it can be when you're struggling, feel alone or even lost. I specialize in helping women, parents & children (10+) feel more understood, content and secure, less anxious, depressed and stuck, improving their confidence and self-worth. I help my clients become the version of themselves they want to feel happier with and proud of. My clients can expect to feel reassurance, inner strength, feel motivated for change, find more happiness within themselves and relationships, they believe in themselves more, and they begin to view their past and present experiences in a gentle and more tolerable light.
I know first hand how overwhelming it can be when you're struggling, feel alone or even lost. I specialize in helping women, parents & children (10+) feel more understood, content and secure, less anxious, depressed and stuck, improving their confidence and self-worth. I help my clients become the version of themselves they want to feel happier with and proud of. My clients can expect to feel reassurance, inner strength, feel motivated for change, find more happiness within themselves and relationships, they believe in themselves more, and they begin to view their past and present experiences in a gentle and more tolerable light.
Inner Balance Solutions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chilliwack, BC V2R
Hello, my name is Terresa McKenzie. Having experienced working with youth, women, men and couples has provided me with an understanding of the unique perspectives of each person within a family system, as well as how the whole system works together. I value that people have layers which can conflict. My goal for our work together is to gently help my clients understand these layers in order to address them while holding self-compassion, because we all have histories and challenges and sometimes just need a different perspective from someone who can see our strength through vulnerability.
Hello, my name is Terresa McKenzie. Having experienced working with youth, women, men and couples has provided me with an understanding of the unique perspectives of each person within a family system, as well as how the whole system works together. I value that people have layers which can conflict. My goal for our work together is to gently help my clients understand these layers in order to address them while holding self-compassion, because we all have histories and challenges and sometimes just need a different perspective from someone who can see our strength through vulnerability.
As a registered clinical counsellor, I am passionate about helping individuals navigate the challenges of life and achieve their full potential. With a strong background in psychology and a deep understanding of human behavior, I am dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment for my clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
As a registered clinical counsellor, I am passionate about helping individuals navigate the challenges of life and achieve their full potential. With a strong background in psychology and a deep understanding of human behavior, I am dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment for my clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
Accepting NEW Clients Outdoors and Online – Tired of Scrolling? Tired of anxious thoughts & feelings, or low mood or lack of motivation getting in the way? Are you tired of feeling like you’re not enough, or like the standards you set are exhausting to meet? Is a new life change making you feel stuck? Do you feel burdened by obsessive thinking, or difficulties with food and body image? Are there relationships in your life that you’d like to explore, or better understand how you feel when around others? Are you simply hoping to build self-awareness or coping strategies? If you've answered "yes," I can't wait to hear from you.
Accepting NEW Clients Outdoors and Online – Tired of Scrolling? Tired of anxious thoughts & feelings, or low mood or lack of motivation getting in the way? Are you tired of feeling like you’re not enough, or like the standards you set are exhausting to meet? Is a new life change making you feel stuck? Do you feel burdened by obsessive thinking, or difficulties with food and body image? Are there relationships in your life that you’d like to explore, or better understand how you feel when around others? Are you simply hoping to build self-awareness or coping strategies? If you've answered "yes," I can't wait to hear from you.
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Do you have difficulty with finding balance in your life? I'd love to hear your story and help you with stress, addiction, social anxiety, seasonal affect disorder, depression, relationship counseling etc. You have a listener who is thriving and working hard to help you overcome the obstacles of life. We'll work together towards a better life balance one step at a time, working on setting goals and move towards the way you would like to feel in the future though Person-centric therapy and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT).
Do you have difficulty with finding balance in your life? I'd love to hear your story and help you with stress, addiction, social anxiety, seasonal affect disorder, depression, relationship counseling etc. You have a listener who is thriving and working hard to help you overcome the obstacles of life. We'll work together towards a better life balance one step at a time, working on setting goals and move towards the way you would like to feel in the future though Person-centric therapy and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT).
It is my calling to help transition from a life of suffering to a life of well-being.
Counselling: in person. Are you in a cocoon of pain, experienced trauma, or feel Spiritually lost? Are you caring for someone who is ill or have lost someone close to you? I want to teach you a better way and help you be free of emotional pain. Our sessions will be a safe space for you to have me to talk to with the utmost care. Life's unpleasant experiences can have affects; none of which have to be a life sentence. With my help you can discover a greater way to be You. I offer a solution-focused, DBT approach. Counselling is good for the Heart, Mind and Soul like a massage is good for the body. You are deserving of peace and joy.
It is my calling to help transition from a life of suffering to a life of well-being.
Counselling: in person. Are you in a cocoon of pain, experienced trauma, or feel Spiritually lost? Are you caring for someone who is ill or have lost someone close to you? I want to teach you a better way and help you be free of emotional pain. Our sessions will be a safe space for you to have me to talk to with the utmost care. Life's unpleasant experiences can have affects; none of which have to be a life sentence. With my help you can discover a greater way to be You. I offer a solution-focused, DBT approach. Counselling is good for the Heart, Mind and Soul like a massage is good for the body. You are deserving of peace and joy.
Are you looking for support for yourself, your family, your relationship, or your child/children? You may be certain of what you need or just have a sense of being unwell. We can work through worries and fears, low mood, anger and irritability, fatigue, poor focus, disrupted sleep (including insomnia and nightmares), life stressors and more. If you know (or suspect) that you struggle with anxiety, depression, substance use or mental illness, we can work together to meet your needs. We can tackle grief, loss and trauma, in a way that is structured (contained), at your pace and when you feel safe to do so.
Are you looking for support for yourself, your family, your relationship, or your child/children? You may be certain of what you need or just have a sense of being unwell. We can work through worries and fears, low mood, anger and irritability, fatigue, poor focus, disrupted sleep (including insomnia and nightmares), life stressors and more. If you know (or suspect) that you struggle with anxiety, depression, substance use or mental illness, we can work together to meet your needs. We can tackle grief, loss and trauma, in a way that is structured (contained), at your pace and when you feel safe to do so.
Life is really challenging. You may lie awake at night, wondering how to handle all the pressures upon you. Your emotions swing wildly -- usually more down than up. Tears surge at odd times, and you feel suffocated by the heaviness in your chest. Or, you're experiencing problems in a relationship: with your spouse, your boss, or someone else whom you're close to. The strife and negative feelings that surround your relationship problems are draining you. You can't fix things on your own and you know you need help.
Life is really challenging. You may lie awake at night, wondering how to handle all the pressures upon you. Your emotions swing wildly -- usually more down than up. Tears surge at odd times, and you feel suffocated by the heaviness in your chest. Or, you're experiencing problems in a relationship: with your spouse, your boss, or someone else whom you're close to. The strife and negative feelings that surround your relationship problems are draining you. You can't fix things on your own and you know you need help.
Life can present us with a multitude of challenges, and at times, it can become overwhelming. Whether you're grappling with persistent anxiety, the weight of past traumas, difficult life transitions, or a sense of hopelessness, seeking therapy is a courageous step towards finding support and solutions. Many of us face moments when the burdens of our emotional and mental struggles feel too heavy to bear alone. It's during these moments that therapy can offer a safe and confidential space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences.
Life can present us with a multitude of challenges, and at times, it can become overwhelming. Whether you're grappling with persistent anxiety, the weight of past traumas, difficult life transitions, or a sense of hopelessness, seeking therapy is a courageous step towards finding support and solutions. Many of us face moments when the burdens of our emotional and mental struggles feel too heavy to bear alone. It's during these moments that therapy can offer a safe and confidential space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences.
Olive Branch Counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Chilliwack, BC V2P
Life can be difficult to navigate during the best of times and having a professional, caring counsellor to guide you through your darkest or most challenging moments will empower you to find your strengths no matter your issue. We provide a wide range of counselling services to individuals, couples, youth and families including support for those with mental disorders. I have a Master Degree of Social Work from the University of Waterloo and over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. I practice anti-oppressive social work and provide therapy from a trauma-informed, strengths-based, person-centred perspective.
Life can be difficult to navigate during the best of times and having a professional, caring counsellor to guide you through your darkest or most challenging moments will empower you to find your strengths no matter your issue. We provide a wide range of counselling services to individuals, couples, youth and families including support for those with mental disorders. I have a Master Degree of Social Work from the University of Waterloo and over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. I practice anti-oppressive social work and provide therapy from a trauma-informed, strengths-based, person-centred perspective.
Jessica Hilton
Counsellor, MC, RCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chilliwack, BC V2P
Waitlist for new clients
Feeling stuck, lost, or overwhelmed by life's challenges? Is your life consumed by unresolved painful emotions, limiting beliefs, or distressing experiences? If your coping mechanisms and strategies are no longer effective, and you're seeking fresh ways to navigate emotions and relationships, you've come to the right place. In therapy, we embark on a journey of self-discovery, aiming to identify the difficulties you face and reconnect with your core values, inner strengths, and the capacity to learn, heal, and grow toward the life you envision.
Feeling stuck, lost, or overwhelmed by life's challenges? Is your life consumed by unresolved painful emotions, limiting beliefs, or distressing experiences? If your coping mechanisms and strategies are no longer effective, and you're seeking fresh ways to navigate emotions and relationships, you've come to the right place. In therapy, we embark on a journey of self-discovery, aiming to identify the difficulties you face and reconnect with your core values, inner strengths, and the capacity to learn, heal, and grow toward the life you envision.
I believe that at the very center of all people, tucked deeply away with our fears, traumas and insecurities are the answers to that which we are seeking. When we are able to go within ourselves and really connect with the inner guidance and wisdom we have, we birth our resilience, strength, gifts and our healing. I have so much compassion and empathy for those who are in the depth of suffering and have found the courage to walk through the darkness and into the realms of deep self-discovery and I am absolutely honoured to be able to provide this sacred space for my clients as I walk alongside them in this journey to wellness.
I believe that at the very center of all people, tucked deeply away with our fears, traumas and insecurities are the answers to that which we are seeking. When we are able to go within ourselves and really connect with the inner guidance and wisdom we have, we birth our resilience, strength, gifts and our healing. I have so much compassion and empathy for those who are in the depth of suffering and have found the courage to walk through the darkness and into the realms of deep self-discovery and I am absolutely honoured to be able to provide this sacred space for my clients as I walk alongside them in this journey to wellness.
A common misconception is that you need to hit "rock bottom" before you decide to seek counselling. There are numerous reasons why a person may choose to speak with a qualified professional; everything from taking preventative measures to addressing a full-blown crisis. Whether you're in a season of life where you're looking for insight, needing some guidance in making a shift or transition, wanting to change but not being sure how, hurting badly and feeling hopeless, carrying a burden of past traumas and memories, or in a crisis and you've reached your limit - counselling can help.
A common misconception is that you need to hit "rock bottom" before you decide to seek counselling. There are numerous reasons why a person may choose to speak with a qualified professional; everything from taking preventative measures to addressing a full-blown crisis. Whether you're in a season of life where you're looking for insight, needing some guidance in making a shift or transition, wanting to change but not being sure how, hurting badly and feeling hopeless, carrying a burden of past traumas and memories, or in a crisis and you've reached your limit - counselling can help.
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LGBTQ+ Counsellors
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialised training, either during their degree programme or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalisation in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialised training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.