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This form helps you find a counsellor that meets your needs. Here's how to use it:
Virtual/In-Person
- 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.
Area of Practice
Pick the main focus of the counselling you're seeking (e.g., anxiety, relationships).
City
- If you're looking for in-person counselling, select the city where you'd like to meet your counsellor
- 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
Choose the counselling style or method you're comfortable with (e.g., CBT, mindfulness).
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Hi, I’m Charlotte. Are you looking to heal from childhood wounds, the loss of someone close to you, or complex relationships? Perhaps you know you have experienced trauma or major losses and that they are impacting your…
My name is Jane Mai Lee (she/her), Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS), and founder of MAI Holistic Healing Centre, located in South Surrey, British Columbia. I offer in-person…
Madeleine Sullivan, M.Ed., RCC is a Registered Clinical Counsellor in Victoria, BC, with a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology from the University of Victoria. She offers a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental…
Healing is one of the bravest choices we can make for ourselves. My experience in working with clients who have lived through trauma has afforded me a deeper understanding of the mind-body connection, and how we can…
Hello! Trauma is a deeply distressing experience that overwhelms our ability to cope and can stem from various life events. When left unaddressed, it may lead to lasting effects on mental health such as PTSD, depression…
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…
I support deep thinkers, big feelers and sensitive souls. I'm one too! You may already have insight into what you feel, and even why you feel it. Perhaps you've done therapy before, or read the books, listened to…
When explaining my approach, I often ask the question, “Who are you”? It’s a tricky one, isn’t it? No matter how hard we try, our stories rarely can sum it all up. Inevitably, something is discounted, left out, or…
Chris has specialized training in trauma and child therapy. He helps kids and adults get unstuck when life circumstances create barriers. As one of the only male trauma-focused children’s therapists in Langley and the…
Soo Sen Lee is a Registered Clinical Counsellor who sees clients virtually, over the phone and in-person in Burnaby, BC. Burnout, debilitating anxiety and depression, burnout, sexual assault, painful family conflicts,and…
Specialized online EMDR therapy for adults across BC — with a focus on LGBTQ2S+ clients who are ready to move beyond talk therapy. I am an EMDRIA Certified Therapist, Registered Social Worker (RSW), and Registered…
I will probably laugh at your jokes. No, seriously! I think laughter is one of the most powerful ways we loosen the grip of fear and shame. Therapy doesn’t have to feel cold or clinical to be effective. You can expect me…
I am a professional Registered Clinical Counsellor with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. I provide individual counselling only. I have been a counsellor for over twenty years. I am a Certified EMDR therapist…
For over 25 years, Dr. Illsley has continued to hone her therapy skills and weaves cognitive-behavioral, developmental, attachment-based, neurological, mindfulness and somatic approaches into her therapy. She prefers to…
Many people seek counselling when stress, trauma, or difficult relationships begin to feel overwhelming. You may feel stuck in patterns that are hard to change, weighed down by past experiences, or simply exhausted from…
Trauma impacts how we see the world, navigate through our experiences and connect in our relationships. The lives we live are built upon the lessons we learn in our families, cultures, peer groups, and in the greater…
Finding the “right” counsellor can feel like a big task! My hope is that as you read through this space, you might feel that I am someone who can sit with you and help navigate some of the challenges you’ve experienced…
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…
You’re ready to take the courageous step toward your healing journey, but it’s hard to see the way forward when you're overwhelmed by feelings of loneliness, exhaustion, depression, stress, or anxiety. I help individuals…
You have important work to do in therapy, so a good fit is essential! My most important goal is to create a space where you never feel judged. I understand how overwhelming it can feel to face anxiety, stress, emotional…
Trauma - Family and friends affected by Counsellors
The experience fo trauma can have profound effects on both family and friends. Loved ones may struggle with feelings of helplessness, when witnessing a family member or friend endure emotional pain and suffering. Trauma can also lead to changes in both communication and dynamics within the relationships, potentially causing which force people to grapple with their own emotions and coping mechanisms. However, with support and understanding, family and friends can play a vital role in the healing process, providing comfort and a sense of belonging during times of distress.
If you are looking for a counsellor or psychologist with specialized training in helping friends or family cope with trauma you may want to search the directory to find a professional whose approach will suit you best.