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I work with adults who feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve them, be it people-pleasing, self-abandonment, difficulty with closeness or conflict. Many feel anxious, overwhelmed, or shut down, and want more ease…

MACP, RCC

My mission is to co-create a liberating, compassionate space where the complex, hidden parts of your story can be safely held, seen, and understood. I view individuals not as sets of symptoms to be fixed, but as whole…

Periods of struggle, challenge, or feeling stuck inevitably occur throughout our lives. Whether you’ve gone through a life transition, are experiencing low mood, heightened anxieties, relationship challenges, or…

M.Ed., CCC

Most of my clients are queer and/or fellow therapists, but I gladly work with any adult who wants to heal from trauma, childhood abuse and neglect, bullying, or low self-esteem. I help my clients feel more connected to…

M.Ed., CCC

Welcome. This is a place for all. A place for you to show up exactly as you are and to be met with authenticity, curiosity, and compassion. I offer in-person sessions in Vancouver and online sessions throughout BC. I…

Are you feeling stuck, anxious, or weighed down by life? You may be struggling with stress, painful memories, or relationship challenges. Maybe you’ve tried to cope, but the same patterns keep repeating. You might feel…

M.Couns., RCC

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor offering in-person appointments at three different offices in Vancouver - on Commercial Drive in East Van (Mondays), near City Hall in Fairview (Wednesdays) and in Kitsilano (Fridays…

Periods of difficulty are an inevitable part of being human. At some point, all of us face experiences that feel overwhelming, confusing, or painful, and trying to navigate them alone can be exhausting. While it’s…

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…

Shivani is the founder and Clinical Director of the Shivani Wells Therapy Group in Vancouver, BC. While her work with clients is at the heart of her practice, she also enjoys supervising graduate students during their…

I approach counselling with a warm, grounded presence and a strong commitment to social justice and anti-oppressive practice. I honour the diversity, uniqueness, and individuality of each person I work with. With a deep…

M.A., RCC

I believe that healing, growth and development occur within the context of relationship. Therefore, choosing the right therapist is a critical aspect of the therapeutic process. I bring over 40 years of personal…

M.A., RCC

I specialize in the treatment of Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Grief and Loss, Addiction and Men’s Issues. My approach is a blend of CBT, mindfulness and psychodynamic approaches. Here are some common reasons for coming to…

Daphne Gelbart, MA, RCC, is a Vancouver registered clinical counsellor (Registration Number 3290), a graduate of the University of British Columbia (UBC) Department of Educational & Counselling Psychology and Special…

Our work together will allow us to explore both your internal and external experiences to shed the light of awareness on what may be contributing to the places that feel stuck and confusing, as well as those that…

**Immediate Availability for In-person and Virtual Counselling** Gillian brings over 10 years of experience supporting children, youth, and families into her practice as a clinical counsellor. At the core of Gillian's…

"We all can feel stuck or out of balance from time to time. When we are suffering or want to work towards change in our lives, it takes courage to share what’s on our minds and in our hearts – this can lead to…

M.A., RCC

If you here are looking for a therapist chances are you feel there are aspects of your life that are not as they should be. Perhaps you are in a cycle where your efforts are not producing the change you want, or maybe…

Therapy that feels like exhaling... I support high-functioning women, mothers, and men throughout BC who are used to holding it all together - but feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected underneath. If you’re navigating…

M.Sc., RCC

As a Registered Clinical Counsellor/Psychotherapist with 25 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families, I use a client-centred, integrative approach to address the therapeutic goals of clients…

When you walk into your therapy session with me, you can expect to be met with warmth and empathy. Know that it’s natural to feel nervous if this is your first time trying therapy, and anytime you start seeing a new…

My name is Kevin (he/him) and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor who sees clients in Vancouver. I hold a Master's of Counselling Psychology degree and have extensive experience in treating individuals dealing with a…

M.Couns., RCC

EMDR, Exposure, and CBT -Trauma Therapy for Car Accidents, Work Injuries, Domestic Abuse, and Childhood Trauma Do you feel lost and isolated after a Traumatic event, or it is the past Trauma that just won't leave you…

M.C., RCC

Hey, I’m Kate! I’m a Vancouver-based Registered Clinical Counsellor offering in-person and virtual therapy for adults and older teens. I have specialized training in disordered eating, complex trauma, and relationship…

M.A., RCC

You're ready to stop feeling so overwhelmed and alone. Sometimes your emotions feel like they take over, and you find yourself reacting to life in ways that just don't feel like you. Anxiety is running the show and you…

I work with people who are facing some trouble, obstacle, or pain in their life. Things might not make sense. You may have noticed unwanted patterns that repeat themselves. You may be grieving loss, injustice, separation…

I care deeply about my clients—their stories, their experiences, and what matters most to them. My hope is that you will feel understood and accepted while also discovering more about yourself and releasing the burdens…

M.Ed., RCC

INDIVIDUAL THERAPY Working with emotions, parts of self, and embodied experience ​ You may feel stuck in patterns that keep repeating. Part of you wants closeness, but another part pulls away. Part of you wants to slow…

MCP, RCC

Living with anxiety, depression, ADHD, or trauma can be deeply challenging, often causing persistent worry, sadness, scattered thoughts, or disturbing memories that disrupt daily life. Whether rooted in neurodivergent…

M.A., RCC

Looking for an empathetic and non-judgemental counsellor to support you and your child? I offer an evidence-based approach that can assist individuals navigating anxieties, peer relationships, life transitions, and…

Vancouver Counsellors

Counselling Vancouver contains information about counsellors, psychologists, and therapists in the Vancouver area. These counsellors, psychologists, and therapists may assist individuals, couples and/or families. As is typical with trained counselling professionals they may vary in their areas of expertise. Many will be able to provide anger management counselling, depression counselling, anxiety counselling, marriage counselling, and trauma counselling.

These Vancouver counselling professionals have designations from the following list:

Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), Registered Psychologist (R Psych), Registered Social Worker (RSW), Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC), American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT), Registered Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), and Registered Art Therapist (BCATR).

Explore the information within the counselling listings for Vancouver to get a better sense of which counselling professional might be a match for you.

If you want to search a nearby city then click on the check mark for Vancouver to unselect it and choose another city.

Self-Esteem Issues Counsellors

A positive self-esteem is an essential tool to help someone function as a productive member of society. Our basic sense of worth determines how well we are able to deal with situations and how well we perform in the family, at school, at work and in life.

Having a healthy self-esteem means that we have a sense of self-worth, self-respect and the ability to find the good in yourself. On the contrary, a negative self image can lead to social anxiety, loneliness, self-criticism, shame and even anger. A person with low self-esteem often feels isolated.

Self-esteem issues are usually created in childhood when negative experiences and poor influences and reactions from caregivers stunt the development of a positive self esteem. Self-esteem can also be affected by abuse, or by being different. A person may be stigmatized for his or her social identity, race, social class, behaviors or appearance.

However, a person's self-esteem can also be challenged during adulthood when one experiences marital issues, financial problems, career glitches or legal challenges.

Therapy can help a person come to terms with self-esteem issues. A therapist will help identify the causes of self-esteem issues and help the individual to regain control over circumstances through goal-directed therapy.

It can help someone with low self-esteem to separate who they are from what they have, or how they look in order to overcome low self-esteem issues. Discovering one's worth is a great way to take control of situations and to learn to feel adequate.

If you are looking for a counsellor or psychologist who offers goal directed therapy to address your self-esteem issues, you may want to search the directory to find a professional whose approach will suit you best.