Therapists in V5L
I am an experienced Registered Clinical Counsellor working in Vancouver’s Commercial Drive area, in nature at the beautiful Pacific Spirit Trails, and online throughout British Columbia. My clients are youth, adults, and couples who want to learn how to better manage mental health issues such as stress and anxiety, depression, anger, grief or loss, or complex trauma/PTSD; or who are experiencing challenging life transitions. I approach clients as unique individuals and incorporate a holistic and trauma-informed perspective.
I am an experienced Registered Clinical Counsellor working in Vancouver’s Commercial Drive area, in nature at the beautiful Pacific Spirit Trails, and online throughout British Columbia. My clients are youth, adults, and couples who want to learn how to better manage mental health issues such as stress and anxiety, depression, anger, grief or loss, or complex trauma/PTSD; or who are experiencing challenging life transitions. I approach clients as unique individuals and incorporate a holistic and trauma-informed perspective.
Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, stress or relationship challenges, we can find tools that fit into your life. Let's work together to help you live the life you want to live. I bring a solution-focused, strengths-based approach to counselling that gives you the power to make change in your life. I also offer Walk and Talk therapy if you would prefer to get outside my office for a walk during our sessions. I welcome folks of all backgrounds and identities.
Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, stress or relationship challenges, we can find tools that fit into your life. Let's work together to help you live the life you want to live. I bring a solution-focused, strengths-based approach to counselling that gives you the power to make change in your life. I also offer Walk and Talk therapy if you would prefer to get outside my office for a walk during our sessions. I welcome folks of all backgrounds and identities.
I work with adults, children, youth and families seeking healing and positive change as they navigate the ups and downs of life. Together we cultivate deep respect for each person’s unique experiences while nurturing the connections, within ourselves and to others, that enliven us.
I work with adults, children, youth and families seeking healing and positive change as they navigate the ups and downs of life. Together we cultivate deep respect for each person’s unique experiences while nurturing the connections, within ourselves and to others, that enliven us.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a background in person-centred interaction. I work in partnership with you on the issues that bring you to counselling. I believe that each individual has the capacity to change and can discover and use his or her own strengths to create change. I treat all my clients with the understanding that they have an inherent striving for a positive life, and will work with the person to achieve his or her own goals.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a background in person-centred interaction. I work in partnership with you on the issues that bring you to counselling. I believe that each individual has the capacity to change and can discover and use his or her own strengths to create change. I treat all my clients with the understanding that they have an inherent striving for a positive life, and will work with the person to achieve his or her own goals.
Whether you are looking to acknowledge areas of yourself that you have avoided in the past, or to better understand your moods, relationships, and current challenges, together we will create a space to explore these parts of you. I believe that we were not meant to carry things alone, and that healing and growth look different for everyone. Together, we can make space to process what it is that needs your attention, so you can feel more aligned with the version of you that you've been disconnected from.
Whether you are looking to acknowledge areas of yourself that you have avoided in the past, or to better understand your moods, relationships, and current challenges, together we will create a space to explore these parts of you. I believe that we were not meant to carry things alone, and that healing and growth look different for everyone. Together, we can make space to process what it is that needs your attention, so you can feel more aligned with the version of you that you've been disconnected from.
I support those who are seeking not only to better understand their underlying patterns but also to actively improve their quality of life with a safe, supportive and collaborative counselling relationship. Issues that I help with include healing from traumatic loss, recovering from the effects of childhood trauma, relationship abuse, and other difficult life events. I also work extensively with issues around emotional regulation, boundary setting, anxiety, depression and substance misuse. Even when your struggles originate from severe adversity and trauma, you can grow, not only despite adversity, but because of it.
I support those who are seeking not only to better understand their underlying patterns but also to actively improve their quality of life with a safe, supportive and collaborative counselling relationship. Issues that I help with include healing from traumatic loss, recovering from the effects of childhood trauma, relationship abuse, and other difficult life events. I also work extensively with issues around emotional regulation, boundary setting, anxiety, depression and substance misuse. Even when your struggles originate from severe adversity and trauma, you can grow, not only despite adversity, but because of it.
Hello, I'm Jessica a Registered Career Counsellor and Holistic therapist. I empower individuals to break unhelpful patterns and redefine their beliefs-figure out which direction to go and how to get there. Whether addressing burnout, navigating career transitions, or learning how to listen to your needs, my approach is grounded in addressing the whole person which then nurtures sustainable growth.
At the heart of my practice is a commitment to seeing the world through my clients eyes, fostering authentic, empathetic connections.
Hello, I'm Jessica a Registered Career Counsellor and Holistic therapist. I empower individuals to break unhelpful patterns and redefine their beliefs-figure out which direction to go and how to get there. Whether addressing burnout, navigating career transitions, or learning how to listen to your needs, my approach is grounded in addressing the whole person which then nurtures sustainable growth.
At the heart of my practice is a commitment to seeing the world through my clients eyes, fostering authentic, empathetic connections.
I'm a registered clinical counsellor with over 20 years of experience in the helping profession. I'm passionate about supporting clients to heal the relationship they have with themselves and others. If you are seeking meaningful change in your life, and long to feel more at home and fulfilled in yourself and your relationships I want to help. Whether you’re recovering from heartbreak, struggling to assert yourself in your most important relationships, having difficulty making decisions, or are overwhelmed by anxious thoughts and feelings, we'll work together towards your healing and growth.
I'm a registered clinical counsellor with over 20 years of experience in the helping profession. I'm passionate about supporting clients to heal the relationship they have with themselves and others. If you are seeking meaningful change in your life, and long to feel more at home and fulfilled in yourself and your relationships I want to help. Whether you’re recovering from heartbreak, struggling to assert yourself in your most important relationships, having difficulty making decisions, or are overwhelmed by anxious thoughts and feelings, we'll work together towards your healing and growth.
David Minor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, RCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V5L
Do you want a counsellour who doesn't just talk and listen but helps you create a clear plan to solve your problems and challenges right now? If so you've come to the right place! I combine the best aspects of counselling and coaching to help you gain insight into your psychological barriers, and make real change in your life. If you feel stuck and want a structured plan to move forward I can help.
Do you want a counsellour who doesn't just talk and listen but helps you create a clear plan to solve your problems and challenges right now? If so you've come to the right place! I combine the best aspects of counselling and coaching to help you gain insight into your psychological barriers, and make real change in your life. If you feel stuck and want a structured plan to move forward I can help.
Are you facing the challenges of trauma, anxiety, and depression amidst life transitions or another counsellor looking for a therapist? Let's discover lasting change together. As a specialist in transformative healing, my focus is on guiding you to profound self-discovery, nurturing adaptive parts, and cultivating resilience. Together, we'll break free from repetitive patterns and find that inner peace you seek. Explore evidence-based practices like IFS and EMDR for personalized healing. With my compassionate support, you can navigate life transitions with confidence. Your holistic well-being journey starts now!
Are you facing the challenges of trauma, anxiety, and depression amidst life transitions or another counsellor looking for a therapist? Let's discover lasting change together. As a specialist in transformative healing, my focus is on guiding you to profound self-discovery, nurturing adaptive parts, and cultivating resilience. Together, we'll break free from repetitive patterns and find that inner peace you seek. Explore evidence-based practices like IFS and EMDR for personalized healing. With my compassionate support, you can navigate life transitions with confidence. Your holistic well-being journey starts now!
Therapy can be many things. It can be dealing with grief, trauma or feelings of abandonment. It can be about healing wounds that have caused you pain for many years. Equally, it can be about figuring out a path forward and changing old patterns. It can also be about laughter and joy. Whatever your reasons for seeking counselling, I am here to help you tap into your inner strengths. Everyone deserves to feel more at peace. I work with people of all different backgrounds, identities and challenges. My strength as a counsellor is to be able to attune to your unique frequency and help you find clarity, self acceptance and relief.
Therapy can be many things. It can be dealing with grief, trauma or feelings of abandonment. It can be about healing wounds that have caused you pain for many years. Equally, it can be about figuring out a path forward and changing old patterns. It can also be about laughter and joy. Whatever your reasons for seeking counselling, I am here to help you tap into your inner strengths. Everyone deserves to feel more at peace. I work with people of all different backgrounds, identities and challenges. My strength as a counsellor is to be able to attune to your unique frequency and help you find clarity, self acceptance and relief.
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I am intrigued by helping people navigate their own stories and build the life they want. I work with adults and youth 13+ in helping them understand themselves and the world around them a little better. I believe that counselling can bring insight and perspective that can help transform our experiences. The connection between the counsellor and client is critical in laying the groundwork to inspire positive growth.
I am intrigued by helping people navigate their own stories and build the life they want. I work with adults and youth 13+ in helping them understand themselves and the world around them a little better. I believe that counselling can bring insight and perspective that can help transform our experiences. The connection between the counsellor and client is critical in laying the groundwork to inspire positive growth.
HOLISTIC, EXPERIENTIAL and EFFECTIVE PSYCHOTHERAPY I have the privilege of witnessing my clients heal from difficult and emotionally painful experiences, release ineffective and self-defeating behaviours and beliefs, and develop adaptive self-images and ways of being in the world. For more information on My Approach and Who I See please click on the link to the left that says "website," or go to http://drjoannemackinnon.com
HOLISTIC, EXPERIENTIAL and EFFECTIVE PSYCHOTHERAPY I have the privilege of witnessing my clients heal from difficult and emotionally painful experiences, release ineffective and self-defeating behaviours and beliefs, and develop adaptive self-images and ways of being in the world. For more information on My Approach and Who I See please click on the link to the left that says "website," or go to http://drjoannemackinnon.com
Welcome, and so glad you are here! Hopefully sharing a little bit about me and how I work can help in determining whether my approach might be a good fit for you. I am a queer and neurodivergent Ontario Registered Social Worker, and have experience in providing counselling support in a variety of community-based settings. I use an anti-oppressive and intersectional feminist lens in my work and strive to create affirming spaces that acknowledge the impacts of structural inequities and social injustice. I take an eclectic approach in blending a variety of evidence-based modalities to figure out what most aligns with you.
Welcome, and so glad you are here! Hopefully sharing a little bit about me and how I work can help in determining whether my approach might be a good fit for you. I am a queer and neurodivergent Ontario Registered Social Worker, and have experience in providing counselling support in a variety of community-based settings. I use an anti-oppressive and intersectional feminist lens in my work and strive to create affirming spaces that acknowledge the impacts of structural inequities and social injustice. I take an eclectic approach in blending a variety of evidence-based modalities to figure out what most aligns with you.
You don’t have to struggle with what you’re going through alone. Whether you want to heal or push yourself to grow, I want to build a strong relationship with you so that we can better understand your challenges and set you on a path to feeling better. When you feel heard and supported you can find more resilience. Together we will build on the strengths, resources, and wisdom that lies within you so you may feel relief from your struggles and the future becomes brighter.
You don’t have to struggle with what you’re going through alone. Whether you want to heal or push yourself to grow, I want to build a strong relationship with you so that we can better understand your challenges and set you on a path to feeling better. When you feel heard and supported you can find more resilience. Together we will build on the strengths, resources, and wisdom that lies within you so you may feel relief from your struggles and the future becomes brighter.
Are you struggling with your mental health? Are issues related to depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, or addictive behavior causing you to feel stuck in patterns of thinking and doing that may no longer be serving you? Are you in search of a respectful, affirming, and empathic space for you to safely explore your emotions, beliefs, experiences, relationships, and the issues that are presenting challenges in your life?
Are you struggling with your mental health? Are issues related to depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, or addictive behavior causing you to feel stuck in patterns of thinking and doing that may no longer be serving you? Are you in search of a respectful, affirming, and empathic space for you to safely explore your emotions, beliefs, experiences, relationships, and the issues that are presenting challenges in your life?
You might have come to this profile because you are in some kind of distress. I want you to know that challenges are to be expected in this life and I am so glad that you are choosing to take the steps towards a healthier, more peaceful existence. Perhaps your distress is a result of physical, emotional and psychological injuries. Whether they are acute or longer-term, those injuries can often keep us from coming back to a safe place, both internally and within relationships. Together we can explore those points of injury and healing to build an empowered, safe, content, present sense of self that is not ruled by past experiences.
You might have come to this profile because you are in some kind of distress. I want you to know that challenges are to be expected in this life and I am so glad that you are choosing to take the steps towards a healthier, more peaceful existence. Perhaps your distress is a result of physical, emotional and psychological injuries. Whether they are acute or longer-term, those injuries can often keep us from coming back to a safe place, both internally and within relationships. Together we can explore those points of injury and healing to build an empowered, safe, content, present sense of self that is not ruled by past experiences.
I work with folks who feel as though they don't fit into the mold and who have mostly felt alone in their problems. My clients tend to be creative, thoughtful, and have big inner lives, but struggle to show their real selves to the world around them because they've gotten the message that they wouldn’t be welcome - that care and acceptance aren’t a given. Together, we’ll figure out what they need, how to make sense of the wounds that have led them here, and how to care for the parts of themselves that feel rejected by others (and even by themselves.)
I work with folks who feel as though they don't fit into the mold and who have mostly felt alone in their problems. My clients tend to be creative, thoughtful, and have big inner lives, but struggle to show their real selves to the world around them because they've gotten the message that they wouldn’t be welcome - that care and acceptance aren’t a given. Together, we’ll figure out what they need, how to make sense of the wounds that have led them here, and how to care for the parts of themselves that feel rejected by others (and even by themselves.)
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or trapped in a cycle of self-doubt? Struggling with low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, or lack of focus? Perhaps you’re dealing with repetitive self-defeating behaviors, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, or challenges in relationships with a partner, friend, or family member. Life transitions—like a breakup, job change, or move—can add stress and uncertainty, making it even harder to find your footing. You’re not alone. Together, we can find meaning in your experiences and transform difficulties into growth opportunities.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or trapped in a cycle of self-doubt? Struggling with low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, or lack of focus? Perhaps you’re dealing with repetitive self-defeating behaviors, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, or challenges in relationships with a partner, friend, or family member. Life transitions—like a breakup, job change, or move—can add stress and uncertainty, making it even harder to find your footing. You’re not alone. Together, we can find meaning in your experiences and transform difficulties into growth opportunities.
Do you feel like you're stuck in old patterns? Are you always zoning out or in crisis mode? Do you struggle to connect with your body and aren't quite sure what it means to feel your feelings? Would you prefer to work with a queer therapist with experience supporting 2SLGBTQ+ folks and who is committed to integrating social justice into therapeutic work?
Do you feel like you're stuck in old patterns? Are you always zoning out or in crisis mode? Do you struggle to connect with your body and aren't quite sure what it means to feel your feelings? Would you prefer to work with a queer therapist with experience supporting 2SLGBTQ+ folks and who is committed to integrating social justice into therapeutic work?
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in V5L
100+
Average cost per session
$150
Counsellors in V5L who prioritize treating:
| 92% | Anxiety |
| 84% | Depression |
| 81% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 78% | Relationship Issues |
| 77% | Self Esteem |
| 75% | Stress |
| 72% | Grief |
Average years in practice
7 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 57% | SunLife |
| 48% | Pacific Blue Cross |
| 43% | Manulife |
How Counsellors in V5L see their clients
| 70% | In Person and Online | |
| 30% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 78% | Female | |
| 16% | Male | |
| 6% | Non-Binary |