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Creating a safe space where you feel heard and seen is my priority and I consider my work a privilege as we create a secure therapeutic relationship to support your healing process and inner exploration. I have a master…

M.Couns., RCC

About Me I believe that all problems that seem to defy solutions are directly affected – even determined - by how you experience and relate to yourself and others. Exploring the psychological meaning and emotional sense…

Ph.D., R.Psych

NOTE: I currently provide online and in-person therapy services When life feels overwhelming, uncertain, or stuck, it can be difficult to know what direction to take or even how to make sense of what is happening. My…

MCP, RCC

I support people who may be feeling stuck — caught in patterns that are difficult to change, struggling with anxiety, self-criticism, or the lingering impact of past experiences. Others seek support while navigating…

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…

M.D., RCC

Alita is an Adlerian Psychotherapist providing Individual, Couples and Family Counselling. She is a Registered Clinical Counsellor, Canadian Certified Counsellor, and medical doctor (non-practicing in Canada). Alita…

M.Couns., RCC

Whether you find yourself at a crossroads facing challenging life transitions, navigating the complexities of personal relationships, or seeking ways to manage and overcome anxiety, depression, OCD, or other challenges…

M.Couns., RCC

Are you feeling stuck in the same unhelpful patterns? Is it becoming more and more difficult to live through anxiety, depression or emotional overwhelm? Reaching out can be hard, but it's the first step towards living a…

As a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), I offer compassionate, trauma-informed, somatic-based counselling to adults, children, and youth across Vancouver and BC, both in-person and online. My integrative approach…

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…

I’m Rachel Simpson, a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) based in Mount Pleasant, Vancouver, BC. I offer in-person and online therapy across BC, and specialize in trauma-informed counselling for individuals and couples…

M.Sc., RCC

Not accepting new clients currently I have 15 years of experience treating people with mental health problems such as depression, anxiety, obsessions and compulsions, trauma, disordered eating, bipolar disorder, and…

I believe everyone has the ability to restore hope, strength, balance, joy, clarity, and connection to live a meaningful life. At certain points we may need help to recognize our strengths, to accept our choices, to…

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with over a decade of experience supporting individuals through life’s most challenging and transformative moments. I hold a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology and bring…

Hello! Welcome to my directory listing. Therapy with me helps people increase their emotional regulation and feel more peaceful inside their bodies. I work with adult individuals who struggle with issues arising from…

I have over 30 years experience of working with individuals, couples, families and groups in private practice, the Health Service, the Social Services and voluntary organisations. I am a registered Clinical Counsellor…

M.A., RCC

Reconnect with your self-worth, vitality, and brilliance. I help adults who feel stuck in trauma patterns, self-criticism, burnout, relationship challenges, or major life transitions. In working with me, you can expect…

MACP, RCC

Struggling to trust others or repeating painful relationship patterns? I support adults in healing past relationship wounds, understanding and expressing their emotions, and developing a deeper understanding of…

I have been in the helping profession for over 30 years and have experience working in a variety of therapeutic and clinical settings. I have been in private practice for 29 of those 30+ years. Finding the right…

M.Couns., RCC

What brings you here? Do you find yourself disconnecting more and more every day - from work, from people around you, from your passions and values, and even from your own body? Some social media mental health…

Hello! I'm a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) in BC and a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC). I offer a free 20-minute initial talk, either in person or online, to answer any questions. I offer trauma-informed…

M.Ed., RCC

Welcome. Counselling is very personal and it is crucial to have a good "fit". My reputation is for being kind, respectful and perceptive. I have helped people to develop psychological resourcefulness and flexibility. I…

M.S.W., RSW

We are all on our own individual, unique personal journey through life. There is no one right way to heal or one single approach to therapy. There are various issues that come up in life, from every day life stresses to…

Hello and Welcome. Are you feeling stuck, lost, alone, frustrated, and possibly discouraged about how to move forward? Maybe even confused and/or curious about self-identity, sexuality, intimacy, sex, and/or…

MCP, RCC

Hi there! My name is Dana and I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor. I hold a master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from Adler University. I have experience working in private practice and government agency settings…

M.Couns., RCC

Hi, my name is Anna! I'm a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BCACC, and I have worked with a wide range of client presenting concerns, including acute, chronic, and complex trauma, depression and anxiety…

M.C., RCC

Note to prospective clients: I am offering in-person sessions on Tuesday and Thursday evenings in Maple Ridge (see schedule below). I am a settler with the privilege of working and living on the traditional, ancestral…

M.A., RCC

Please note: In Person counselling will now be available on Saturdays starting September 5th, 2026. I also provide Online Counselling across British Columbia. Do you need support at this time? My practice emphasizes…

Ph.D., CCC-CCS

With more than 30 years of experience as a therapist and 19 years as a clinical supervisor, I specialize in providing online and in-person therapy to adults facing life's challenges and opportunities. My focus is on…

M.Ed., RCC

Are you struggling with chronic pain, feeling stuck in your healing process, or noticing that pain is affecting your mental health? If so, I am here to help you break free from the cycle of pain, reduce suffering, 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.

Trauma Counselling Counsellors

Trauma counselling can assist with a wide range of internal emotional reactions to devastating situations. Some people experience things as more traumatic than others, and therefore they will need help in coping the emotional burdens of an event or situation.

Stressful events such as death of a loved one, rape, abuse, accidents, divorce, violence or bullying can leave people unable to cope or process the emotional burdens. However, it is not only events linked to the individual personally, but also being a witness to events that might leave a person with post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This includes being a victim to violence or natural disasters - there is no limit to the causes of trauma.

In the case of PTSD, people can develop many different psychological reactions, as determined by their own coping skills, emotional stability and background. Symptoms of PTSD include a anger, depression, flashbacks, insomnia, nightmares, social withdrawal, loss of self esteem and confidence, and substance abuse.

It takes a strong person to have the courage to stand up and request trauma counselling. This is no time to compare yourself to other people in similar situations, but rather to recognize that everyone has a different reaction to trauma. Therefore, it is important to address the symptoms of post traumatic stress disorder as soon as possible to help you deal with emotions in a healthy way and to overcome the difficulties you are facing. Trauma counselling can help avert potentially more severe psychological disorders, that can occur if PTSD is left untreated.

If you are looking for a counsellor or psychologist who provides  trauma counselling to address your posttraumatic stress management issues you may want to search the directory to find a professional whose approach will suit you best.

Trauma informed therapy is a specialized approach that acknowledges the pervasive impact of trauma on an individual's life and seeks to create a safe and supportive therapeutic environment. Our trauma informed therapists are trained to understand the complexities of trauma, recognizing its effects on the mind and body. They employ evidence-based techniques to help clients process their experiences, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and restore a sense of control and empowerment. By prioritizing safety, trust, and collaboration, trauma informed therapy aims to facilitate healing and resilience. Explore our directory to find experienced trauma informed therapists who can support your journey to recovery.