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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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At Lantern Path Counselling, I provide trauma-informed counselling for individuals navigating anxiety, burnout, trauma, identity concerns, relationship challenges, neurodiversity, and the long-term impacts of difficult…
A genuine human connection is the most important part of any successful therapy, as it’s from this nurturing relationship that people can begin to heal wounds, make meaning, find purpose, and eventually grow. With this…
You work hard and shoulder responsibility, often at the cost of your own energy and connections. If you find yourself driven to "always do more" or striving to "do the right thing," you may be experiencing traits…
I provide therapy for pre-teens, teenagers, and adults who want support with anxiety, body image, burnout, and self-esteem struggles. While these challenges may seem separate, they often stem from unwanted intrusive…
Hello! I provide holistic, trauma-informed clinical counselling for adults and youth healing from mental health challenges, trauma and/or substance use issues. My counselling approach uses somatic (body based) techniques…
This may be the beginning of your therapy journey, as you have reached a place where you feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or unsure where to turn next. Or perhaps your therapy journey has been ongoing, and you are ready to…
Are you facing a major life change or carrying the weight of past experiences? Do you feel overwhelmed by your current challenges, uncertain about the future, or simply stuck? If you're looking for a space to make sense…
My name is Miriam Balen and I am a Registered Clinical Social Worker with a Master of Social Work degree. I provide counselling to people ages 13 through to adults of all ages. I established my private practice in 2012…
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…
Two for one deal! You get to see me and my canine companion co-therapist, Esme. When you're struggling in life, whether that be with depression, anxiety, past or current trauma, workplace issues, life transitions, grief…
Do you feel overwhelmed by your emotions or disconnected from yourself? Do you find yourself cycling through the same thoughts, fears, or habits, even when you’re trying your BEST to change? Has food, productivity, or…
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…
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…
Joel Brass, M.A.Sc., R.C.C. has been an individual, relationship and family therapist for the past 42 years. His areas of expertise and personal passion are the healing and growth of individuals and love relationships…
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…
About me I am a South Asian female counsellor with over eight years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through life’s challenges. Originally from India, I have a deep understanding of the…
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'm Jill, counselor and owner of Wabi Sabi Wellness. I provide therapeutic support for children, teens, and adults, offering a compassionate and tailored approach to meet each client’s unique needs. For young clients, I…
Welcome! Whether you’re dealing with relationship difficulties, a constant feeling of anxiety or overwhelm, struggling with self-worth or people-pleasing, wanting to heal trauma, or aren’t sure what the problem even is…
My Approach My approach to therapy is relational, experiential, somatic and emotion-focused. This means we will work with the felt sense of emotions in your body while also exploring your early relationships and…
With over a decade of experience as a clinical counsellor, I am dedicated to helping clients navigate life’s challenges and transitions. My commitment lies in creating a secure, non-judgmental, and confidential…
I meet each client with a non-judgmental, calm presence in order to create a supportive space in which clients feel safe to explore, take up room, and be themselves. I believe that the therapeutic relationship itself…
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…
I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor with good standing. I have over 15 years of counselling experience. I completed my master's degree in counselling psychology at the University of British Columbia. I have extensive…
Helen Ritchie, MEd, CCC Canadian Certified Counsellor | Certified Synergetic Play Therapist Supervisor | Autplay® Therapy Provider | EMDR Therapist Helen Ritchie provides compassionate counselling and therapy for…
I am an experienced Registered Psychologist (#1577), as well as a Board Certified Expert in Traumatic Stress. In my practice I help people working through different challenges in their life from relationship and career /…
I work with people struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, trauma, low self-esteem, and life transitions. This can include any problematic emotions or problems that have become barriers to…
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.