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- Virtual: Select this option if you're looking for online counselling sessions. Virtual counselling is available across the province, so you can choose a counsellor from any city in British Columbia
- In-Person: Select this if you want face-to-face sessions. You'll need to choose a city where the counsellor is located.
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- If you're looking for virtual counselling, you can still select a specific city if you prefer working with a counsellor from that area, or leave it blank to see options form all cities in BC.
Approach Used
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Find Gender Identity Issues Counselling Psychologists, Therapists, Counsellors in British Columbia
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Elizabeth Holland is a Registered Clinical Counsellor practicing in Victoria, British Columbia. With a Masters degree in Counselling Psychology (UBC), she works with adults and young adults from diverse backgrounds…
I am a queer and trans RCC providing virtual therapy across BC. I specialize in gender-affirming care, hormone readiness assessments in BC, and identity exploration. Whatever brings you to counselling, I am here to…
Odeya Yeoman (she/they) provides individual counselling and sex therapy for people of all genders. As a Canadian Certified Counsellor and Adlerian Psychotherapist, they specialise in ● ADHD & AuDHD support ● Sexual and…
Islai Rathlin, MA, MSW, RSW (they/them) Islai is a Registered Social Worker who specializes in working with queer, trans, and genderdiverse folk who are struggling to connect with themselves and others. They also…
I work from an anti-oppressive framework built on empathy and justice, specializing in working with folks who are exploring neurodiversity, kink, queer family systems, non-traditional parenting, and various non-normative…
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…
I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a deep commitment to creating healing spaces that are grounded in respect, connection, and the belief that wellness includes all parts of who we are—mental, emotional, physical…
Clara is an RSW and an RCC. She is a therapist who provides a respectful, nonjudgmental, and 2SLGBTQI+ affirming space for all of her clients to share and explore their stories. She is compassionate and understanding…
My relational and feminist approach to counselling emphasizes the mutual formation of people through their relationships. With it, I support you in finding your own self in the tangle of relations with friends, family…
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC #18234) based in Courtenay, British Columbia. I work with individuals and couples, in person or online. I bring a holistic approach to my work, and prioritize collaboration and…
I see the therapy space as a kind of nest, a soft place to return to yourself, one that gently holds all that you carry, and all that carries you, your longings, your becoming. And from that place, we can begin to hold…
People and institutions are always trying to force us into boxes – you shouldn't have to deal with that when you come to therapy. As a queer and trans person myself, I'm passionate about providing competent, respectful…
Welcome. I work with adults of all genders and identities who are looking for support with improving mental health and self-awareness. Everyone is welcome in my practice. I am trauma informed, and client led. I don't…
Sometimes we all just need a supportive space to be seen, heard and understood, to find personal insight and growth, and to get unstuck and start living our most authentic lives. I specialize in working with Gay, Lesbian…
I’m Jenny Hsuan Fang Hsu, a Registered Clinical Counsellor based in Vancouver. I offer counselling in English and Mandarin for individuals, partners, married couples, and families. Sessions are available in person in…
As a queer, transguy, and adoptive parent to a neurospicy child, I prioritize the importance of seeing people as complex, nuanced, and unique beings. I strive to keep my practice flexible, authentic, holistic, and avoid…
Hi, I'm Victor. I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Registered Social Worker (BC, Alberta and Ontario) who primarily works with gay men through online video counselling. I help gay men find freedom from anxiety…
Hello, I’m Rayen, a Secwépemc First Nations woman with mixed European ancestry. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Registered Social Worker with over two decades of experience in the social service sector. My…
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…
About me My private practice consists of psychotherapy services for youth, adults and elders. An appointment usually lasts an hour and takes place in a confidential office setting. I also provide clinical consulting…
Hi, I'm Nicole (she/they). If you're in a space where you're not feeling like yourself, you're not alone. Maybe you've been experiencing worry, or a sense of 'what's the point?' about your life. Maybe you've felt alone…
NOT WRITTEN BY AI Hale Counselling is a Victoria based counselling practice run by me, Hannah Hale! I am a licensed Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) through BCACC. I practice primarily through the lens of narrative…
Hi, I’m Clayre Sessoms (she/they). I offer relational, experiential therapy for adults and older teens, grounded in the understanding that emotional life is not only something we think about, but something we live…
Hello and welcome. My name is Sam. I am a Registered Social Worker with a Master’s Degree in Social Work from University of British Columbia. Many of us find ourselves feeling stuck or overwhelmed. And so many people…
Hello! I'm Kendra (she/her), Registered Clinical Counsellor and owner of Hope Stone Counselling. I’m so glad you’re here. Since 2006, I’ve had the privilege of being invited into people’s lives to offer support through…
Simply put, I work with grief and I work with ADHD. However, neither of those things are simple concepts, and both have space at the table. For Grief…. Grief is heavier than people really understand. The world expects…
Life can be messy, painful, and complex—but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I support individuals, couples, and groups—including LGBTQIA2S+, racialized, neurodivergent, non-monogamous, and kink folks—who are ready…
Dr. Teesha Morgan is a Psychotherapist, published author, adjunct professor, and co-founder of the Westland Academy of Clinical Sex Therapy and Westland Therapy Group. Dr Morgan specializes in Sex Therapy and Couples…
Welcome, I'm Adrienne, owner of Camas Mental Health. Camas offers therapy services with a specialization in supporting reproductive mental health and wellbeing across the lifespan through individual, couples, and group…
Gender Identity Issues Counsellors
Gender identity issues can make a person feel that nature has played a cruel trick, leaving them living in a body and role that is contrary to what they feel inside. However, as society becomes more accepting of gay and lesbian individuals it is also becoming much easier for people to admit that they are transgender than ever before. However, therapy can help people with gender dysphoria to cope with gender identity issues.
Most people with gender dysphoria prefer the term transgender as they deal with the social expectations of living a life that is authentic to their own emotions while conforming to their birth gender.
Whether you are confused about the possibility that you might be transgender, or whether you have accepted the reality, it is a good idea to speak to a therapist. If you are considering gender reassignment surgery, therapy will help you prepare for the psychological impact of the decision.
Living in your gender of choice will take a lot of courage, as well as some experimentation. You will have to learn how to find a congruent appearance, and explore different ways for you to present your body so that it relates to your true gender.
Counselling from a therapist trained in gender identity issues will provide a nurturing and non-judgmental environment for you to explore your emotions, fears and feelings regarding what is happening for you. Individual and group therapies are common for gender dysphoric patients, while family therapy can help foster better communication, and understanding. Family therapy can help deal with conflicts that can arise from gender dysphoria.
If you are looking for a counsellor or psychologist who offers gender identity counselling to address your gender dysphoria issues you may want to search the directory to find a professional whose approach will suit you best.