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Counsellor, BSc, MACP, RCC (she, her)

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Available both in-person and online
Vancouver, BC V6H
In our work together, we will focus on building new relationships with your experiences and the ways you make meaning of them. I’ll invite you to stay curious as we explore at a pace that feels safe and natural. You are the expert of your own life— I am simply here to help create space for new possibilities to emerge. I work primarily with children of immigrant parents, intergenerational trauma, and inner child work.
My hope is that you learn to build a more trusting, compassionate relationship with yourself—one rooted in confidence, self-awareness, and choice. As you strengthen your ability to sit with and process uncomfortable emotions, your inner healer grows. Avoidance may offer temporary comfort, but your inner healer has the capacity to create lasting change.
Every story is worth telling, you deserve to be heard, and I'd be honoured to be the one who gets to listen. I’d love to have a consultation with you to see if I’d be a good fit for the support you’re seeking. Disclosure: This account is being monitored by Sao Therapy.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Sao Therapy

Vancouver, BC V6H

(431) 815-9936

300 - 1090 Homer Street

Buzz 300 (3rd floor)

Vancouver, BC V6B map

My website
Only offering 75-minute (extended) sessions. Providing telehealth service across British Columbia. In-person session available in Vancouver.
I specialize in ADHD, Intergenerational trauma and Inner Child Work 
$252 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (431) 815-9936
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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Sao Therapy

Vancouver, BC V6H

(431) 815-9936

300 - 1090 Homer Street

Buzz 300 (3rd floor)

Vancouver, BC V6B map

My website
Only offering 75-minute (extended) sessions. Providing telehealth service across British Columbia. In-person session available in Vancouver.
I specialize in ADHD, Intergenerational trauma and Inner Child Work 
$252 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $252

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Mastercard, Visa, Wire

Insurance

  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Canada Life | Great-West Life
  • Desjardins
  • Great-West Life
  • Green Shield Canada
  • Manulife
  • Pacific Blue Cross
  • SunLife
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Please visit my website for additional information on services and rates. I don't do direct billing, however I can provide an electronic receipt at time of payment. I invite you to check with your extended healthcare provider to confirm your coverage.
Photo of Krista Sao, Counsellor, BSc, MACP, RCC
Krista Sao
Counsellor, BSc, MACP, RCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (431) 815-9936
"
Please visit my website for additional information on services and rates. I don't do direct billing, however I can provide an electronic receipt at time of payment. I invite you to check with your extended healthcare provider to confirm your coverage.
Photo of Krista Sao, Counsellor, BSc, MACP, RCC
Krista Sao
Counsellor, BSc, MACP, RCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (431) 815-9936

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of British Columbia / 21420 Krista Sao
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 3 years
  • Attended Yorkville University , Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, Graduated 2023
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with BCACC
  • Degree/Diploma from University of Manitoba BSc
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Krista Sao
Counsellor, BSc, MACP, RCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (431) 815-9936
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Krista Sao
Counsellor, BSc, MACP, RCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (431) 815-9936

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • ADHD
  • Intergenerational trauma
  • Inner Child Work

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Life Transitions
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
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Krista Sao
Counsellor, BSc, MACP, RCC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (431) 815-9936
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Krista Sao
Counsellor, BSc, MACP, RCC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (431) 815-9936

3 Endorsements

David Van Klei
David Van Klei
CounsellorMCRCC
Krista is great at walking alongside clients in their mental health journey. She brings a caring, compassionate, curious and attentive presence to the therapy process. It is easy to feel safe with her.
Kristy Ricard
Kristy Ricard
CounsellorBAMA
Krista is a compassionate and thoughtful therapist. She provides a safe place to explore your struggles. I would highly recommend Krista!

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Somatic
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Krista Sao
Counsellor, BSc, MACP, RCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (431) 815-9936
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Krista Sao
Counsellor, BSc, MACP, RCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (431) 815-9936

Location

Primary Location

Sao Therapy

Vancouver, BC V6H

(431) 815-9936

Additional Location

300 - 1090 Homer Street

Buzz 300 (3rd floor)

Vancouver, BC V6B

(431) 815-9936

Nearby Areas

Postal Codes

Neighborhoods

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Only offering 75-minute (extended) sessions. Providing telehealth service across British Columbia. In-person session available in Vancouver.
Photo of Krista Sao, Counsellor, BSc, MACP, RCC
Krista Sao
Counsellor, BSc, MACP, RCC
Call for a free consultation now - (431) 815-9936
"
Only offering 75-minute (extended) sessions. Providing telehealth service across British Columbia. In-person session available in Vancouver.
Photo of Krista Sao, Counsellor, BSc, MACP, RCC
Krista Sao
Counsellor, BSc, MACP, RCC
Call for a free consultation now - (431) 815-9936