Cross Cultural Issues Counsellors

Cross Cultural Issues

Cross cultural issues affect the way in which we experience life. Our culture is determined by more than our food, music and language. Family relationships, gender roles, sexual expression, concept of time, humour, politeness and common sense are just some of the elements that are influenced by our spiritual and religious background, ethnicity and race.

Cross cultural issues usually become more pronounced when we move or immigrate and become exposed to people from other races and religions. It's common to feel different, and to lose your sense of self-esteem. Being bicultural or multicultural means that you may be confused about your allegiance to more than one community.  

Relationships can also bring out the worst of cross cultural issues. Behaviours that are normal in one culture can seem insensitive, unkind and even obnoxious to the other partner. This can cause serious family, marital or social issues. It has been shown that cross cultural issues can lead to domestic violence, as well as victimization in the community.

If you feel that you don't fit in, lonely, anxious, or even victimized, you should consider getting help. People in cross cultural relationships who feel that their partners are intrusive, removed or unkind can benefit from counselling, too.

Cross cultural issues counselling offers a safe environment for people to explore their own history and the identities that they have developed to survive emotionally in a multicultural society. Therapy is a great tool for multicultural families to find common ground and reshape an identity for the family as individual members and as a family unit. Done individually or in a group setting, there are many ways in which to help a person to keep their own identities in a multicultural world.

If you are looking for a counsellor or psychologist who can help address your cross cultural issues you may want to search the directory to find a professional whose approach will suit you best.
 

Note: You may narrow your search by selecting more than one filter below.

Jyoti Gill

M.A., RCC
I believe that we ALL have the power to heal ourselves. This means that this power resides in YOU too. If that’s hard to believe, I hope that you will grant yourself the opportunity to discover it. In our work... Read more

Clement Fong

M.A., RCC
    • Online booking
My name is Clement, I have been a Registered Clinical Counsellor since 2012.  Throughout my time as a counsellor I have worked in a variety of settings, such as youth-based programs, forensic outreach programs in... Read more

Melina Baum Singer

M.A., RCC
*Online and telephone sessions only at this time *Free 20 minute introductory session  Located in Vancouver B.C., Melina is a registered clinical counsellor and member of the B.C. Association of Clinical... Read more

Melissa Moses

M.Ed., RCC
I see clients virtually and in person who are looking for assistance with Sexual concerns. Difficulties with arousal, desire, erectile function, ejaculation, orgasm, sexual shame and ways to preserve intimacy... Read more

Angela Pattria

MCP, RCC
    • Online booking
Hello! My name is Angela Pattria and I'm a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BCACC with a Master's of Art's in Counselling Psychology. Presently, I joined the counselling team at Skylark Counselling... Read more

Keisei Anzai

M.A., RCAT
No matter who we are, life has its up and downturns. Happiness is said to be a rich sense of well-being that comes only from knowing our internal self. A large part of what generates happiness is our cognition.... Read more
    • Online booking
Hello, I am Gabriel Ray-Contreras (he/him). I have my Master of Counselling Psychology from Adler University, a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) and Adlerian psychotherapist... Read more

Mercedes Baines

M.A., RCC
Mercedes Baines is a Registered Clinical Counsellor & a Certified Adlerian Therapist with a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology & a research focus in grief & loss. Inspiring fully embodied living... Read more

Nadina Dodd

M.Couns., RCC
    • Online booking
Are you a young adult seeking guidance or change in your life?  Are you looking to share your struggles with someone helpful and caring who will listen to you?  Are you struggling with relationships or are you... Read more

Isabella Jiang

M.A., RCC
As a bilingual counsellor fluent in both English and Chinese, I offer a unique perspective that bridges Western and Chinese cultures to help clients discover their unique identities. My counselling approach is... Read more

Monique Wong

M.Ed., RCC
No one needs to be alone and feel isolated during difficult times. Let’s have a conversation to work together to explore and practice different coping strategies and get the support you need.  Monique is a... Read more

Gayane Ghazaryan

MCP, RCC
    • Online booking
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC) and a Master of Counselling Psychology (MCP). I am also the founder of Luminaire Therapy which offers... Read more

Shaila Patel

M.A., RCC
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a private practice in Coquitlam.  I am also a part-time counsellor at Aster Wellness Centre in Port Coquitlam. I am originally from New... Read more

Begum Ozeke

MCP, RCC
Welcome! I support individuals and couples through a wide range of challenging issues and specialize in culturally-sensitive Trauma treatment. I have extensive training and experience working with adult survivors of... Read more

Jung-Hwa Suh

M.A., RCC
Jung is a Registered Clinical Counsellor, a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist and an CAMFT Approved Supervisor. She has over 25 years of experience of working with individuals, couples, children and families... Read more

Florence Ling

M.A., RCC
    • Online booking
* Languages: Mandarin, Cantonese, English. * Accept ICBC clients. * Helping clients understand their difficulties and inner world. * Discovery of their inherent strengths so as to encourage the development... Read more

Hajera Rostam

Ph.D., R.Psych
    • Online booking
I am a Registered Psychologist in the province of British Columbia (CPBC # 2275) As a psychologist, I believe in my clients’ resilience and ability to overcome challenging life conditions. Sometimes however,... Read more

Joe Ramirez

M.Couns., CCC
Joe Ramirez, owner of ClearCounselling.ca, is a Canadian Certified Counsellor and an Adlerian psychotherapist with a Master of Counselling Psychology, providing Individual Counselling, Couples Counselling, and Sex... Read more

Marie Lembesis

M.Ed., RCC
Marie Lembesis, M.Ed., RCC, RRP, CCRC CVRP(F) has a practice that comprises vocational diagnostics, career counselling and personal counselling for individuals aged 16 and up. Her diagnostic work includes... Read more

Mary Khashabi

Ph.D., RCC
Mary has a Ph.D. in Psychology and a doctorate in Natural Science ( Human Biology) from medical school. She is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC), and a Certified Trauma... Read more

Amelia Wu

M.Ed., CCC
吴偲予是持有心理学学士学位和心理咨询硕士学位的加拿大注册心理咨询师。在工作中,她习惯运用综合疗法以及不同的技巧,例如: 辩证行为法,认知行为疗法,人物中心疗罚,解答聚焦治疗,情感集中治疗, 艺术疗法和觉知训练方法等,来帮助大家达到预期效果。传统的中国文化背景让吴偲予对移民在西方文化环境里面临的挑战,以及父母子女之间潜在的文化差异与代沟有着深刻的了解与体会。因此能够更好的帮助解决因为文化导致的各种问题,促进家庭关系,... Read more

Sarah Levine

M.Ed., RCC
Welcome.  Counselling is very personal and it is important to have a good "fit" between you and your counsellor.  My reputation is for being kind, respectful and perceptive.  I... Read more

Ginny Wong

M.C., RCC
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a Master’s Degree in Counselling, with over 35 years of experience as a community-based social worker serving immigrants and refugee claimants. In additions, I am an... Read more

Jonathan Fong

M.Ed., RCC
    • Online booking
On the surface you put on a brave face, but you’re exhausted and can’t ignore the pressure of your built-up emotions.  You’re tired of falling back into your old patterns of behaviour and you... Read more

Kady Wong

MCP, RCC
    • Online booking
Deciding to seek therapy takes courage, vulnerability and strength. I recognize this and would be honoured to be part of your counselling journey. My name is Kady and I received my Master’s in Counselling... Read more

Rana Hakami

M.A., RCC
I am Registered Clinical Counsellor and educator specializing in supporting individuals navigate planned and unexpected educational, career, and life transitions. Everyone approaches change with a unique set of values,... Read more

Manpreet Athwal

MCP:AT, RCC
    • Online booking
Hi there, interested in seeing a counsellor?  Wanting to gain mental health support?  Are you noticing that your anxiety, depression, or mental health concerns are coming up or worsening?  Experienced... Read more

Celeste Cai

M.A., RCC
    • Online booking
Emotional pain is inevitable in life. Feelings of stress, inadequacy, disappointment, anxiety, anger, and sadness are universal and part of the shared human experience. Every individual experience these feelings through... Read more

Jenny Hsu

M.C., RCC
    • Online booking
High relationship satisfaction and a secure bond with an intimate partner can dramatically benefit our physical and emotional health, especially in stressful times.  Unfortunately, on average, it takes about six... Read more

Amrita Dhoot

MCP, RCC
    • Online booking
Welcome! Has anxiety been a part of your life for a long time? Are you wanting to build your self-esteem, and wanting to improve/ understand your family dynamic? My name is Amrita and as a compassionate licensed... Read more