May Yao
Counsellor
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
Let's Connect (604) 362-3240
English
| 中文 I work from a compassionate, non-judgmental approach, creating a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions. Through my experience as a Special Education Assistant with the North Vancouver School District, I bring a practical, behaviorally informed perspective to my work. I also draw on the Gottman Method when working with couples and have a strong commitment to supporting newcomers, informed by my background in community outreach and my lived experience as a first-generation immigrant. I work with teenagers, newcomers, and adults to foster growth, resilience, and meaningful change.
support & focus on:
Anxiety and stress management
Grief and loss
Personal growth
Life transitions and adjustment
Peer relationships and interpersonal dynamics
Racial and cultural identity
Self-esteem and sense of self-worth
Call or Email May Yao now for a free 15 minute consultation - (604) 362-3240
Let's Connect (604) 362-3240
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $165
- Couple Sessions $265
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
e-Transfer, Mastercard, VisaQualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of British Columbia / 24851 May Yao
- In Practice for 2 years
- Attended Yorkville University , Master , Graduated 2025
- Membership with Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) 18100 / 2024
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
May Yao
Counsellor
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (604) 362-3240
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Career Guidance
- Grief
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
3 Endorsements
Part of Thrita Center
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Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
I also speak
Mandarin
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
I also speak
Mandarin
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- EMDR
- Gottman Method
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
Location
Group Practice
Thrita Center