Adults Therapists in Vancouver, BC

We all have the potential to make meaningful changes to lead the lives we desire.  I specialize in helping adults with concerns such as obsessions and/or compulsions, chronic worrying, social anxiety, panic attacks, health anxiety, perfectionism, and body-focused repetitive behaviours (e.g., hair-pulling, skin-picking). I greatly enjoy working with individuals from all walks of life. My therapeutic style is sincere and unassuming. I bring compassion to each session as I work collaboratively with my clients to explore difficult issues.

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and a Registered Social Worker. I provide support to adults and couples. I have experience working with individuals experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, gender issues, substance use, low self-esteem, stress related issues, and chronic illness. I recognize that it takes a great deal of courage to make the decision to start and commit to counselling. I consider it a privilege to be invited into your life. My goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental space for you to process the confusing, overwhelming, or painful part of your life.

Talking is a most basic - yet most powerful - way to unravel confusion, process distress, tolerate challenges, rediscover oneself, and navigate change. I provide talk therapy to adults in a professional and engaging space, where we work toward improved mental health and wellbeing, and improved relationships with ourselves, our work, and others. For individuals, we consider identity, the impacts of early traumas, self-reliance, and self-acceptance. For couples, we highlight self-awareness, tolerating differences, relational safety, and improved communication. Throughout, we acknowledge and actively work with anxiety and depression.

As a Registered Psychologist, I work from a positive place, seeing disordered behaviours as ways of coping that create problems as well as solves them. I work collaboratively with my clients to identify their goals and desires. We may use a motivational approach at first, if appropriate. Then we may focus on barriers to recovery, dysfunctional thinking, practical strategies for change, and past painful experiences or trauma, if relevant, using relationship-based, cognitive behaviour therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and emotion focused approaches. At the end of our session, I write my notes in the form of a letter to share.

As a young adult counselor, I bring a unique perspective that empathizes with the challenges young adults face. My area of expertise include young adult life transitions, relationship stress, friendship conflicts, academic stress, and social pressure. With first-hand experience managing these challenges, I have acquired a wealth of insights to guide and empower my clients. I offer a warm and authentic therapeutic space where you will feel comfortable and heard. I believe in the ability of humans to grow and achieve their best selves. My goal is to foster the conditions that make you feel confident and ready for that journey.

I realize that taking the first step towards therapy can be daunting and I want to make this process as accessible as possible for you. My name is Tanya, I am a Registered Psychotherapist (q) and Registered Therapeutic Counsellor with over 10 years of experience helping clients get 'unstuck'. Whether it be from childhood experiences, life circumstances, emotional, mental or physical reasons - together we can overcome those patterns, help you heal from the past, break free of self-criticism, and discover new ways of living a fulfilling life.

Hello! My name is Danielle Veldhuis and I am an experienced Registered Clinical Counsellor who has been in the field since 2001 and working as a therapist since 2005. The biggest predictor of whether therapy will "work" or not is the connection you have with your therapist. At Foundations Counselling we pride ourselves on making sure we are a fit with clients before we start the process. With a free consultation, you will get a good sense of who we are. We can then continue to develop a therapeutic relationship that will lead you to achieve your therapy goals.

Accepting new clients now! I offer online service for young people, adults, and parents who are looking to create a positive shift in their lives or families. We can meet over secure video or telephone, whichever works best for you! I've had success in providing the same quality of service virtually as I would in an office. The best part is that you can live or be anywhere and don't have to drive or walk to meet with me! You can be cozy at home or even on your lunch break at work or school. It's super convenient and accessible! Curious? Book a complimentary 15-minute consultation and see if this works for you.

I specialize in working with adults who are struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, ADHD, and depression. As a solution-focused therapist, I utilize evidence-based techniques to help you identify and overcome negative thought patterns. If you're struggling to find a sense of well-being in your life, you may feel chronically unwell, and disconnected from your core sense of self. You might find yourself relying on unfulfilling coping strategies, or caught in patterns that lead you back to the same point, again and again.

I’m here to help you explore new opportunities for healing, personal growth and lasting change using evidence-based therapy. I am known for my empathic listening, kindness and non-judgmental approach. You can expect to be treated with warmth and understanding at all times.

Elizabeth is a multicultural counsellor who has worked with children, youth, and adults, at different settings, including a children’s hospital, a non-profit organization, private practice, and schools. Being born and raised outside of Canada, has allowed her to draw from her own experience and connect with international clients. She also offers counselling in Spanish, which provides Spanish-speaking clients with a familiar space, and cultural sensitiveness. Both in-person and virtual counselling sessions are available.

Hi, I'm a Vancouver-based Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BCACC, offering virtual counselling sessions. I'm known for creating deep connections with my clients, and have a warm, down-to-earth presence. The goals of my work are to help clients both identify and process their emotions in healthy, manageable ways, as well as build secure, fulfilling and boundaried relationships with others. Not the least of which is the relationship the client has with 'self'. Who are you at your core? This important information helps combat things like insecurity, indecisiveness, perfectionism, loneliness and lack of direction.

Dr. Araujo is a registered psychologist in BC, and BCIA Board Certified in Neurofeedback. She provides psychological and QEEG assessments and neurotherapy services for her clients. Her goal is to identify strengths, areas of dysfunction and improve mental health using neurofeedback as a treatment modality. She specializes in ADHD, anxiety, autism, concussion/mild traumatic brain injury, depression, memory loss, PTSD/trauma, and sleep problems in adults and children. Neurofeedback and biofeedback can also be used to improve peak performance, meditation, heart rate variability, and lessen pain and inflammation in the brain.

Developing a trusting and safe relationship is foundational to Sheila’s therapeutic practice. She creates warm and nurturing environment where clients feel understood and respected. Sheila understands that seeking therapy for oneself or a loved one can feel vulnerable. Clients are supported to feel a sense of security and are empowered to be their authentic self while working with Sheila. She has worked in the school system for 25 years. Sheila's continued employment in schools enhances her ability to connect with children and families though a trauma informed lens.

Do your emotions overwhelm you? Is anxiety ruling your life? Are you struggling with the loss of something or someone? Maybe you feel that you’re failing and not reaching your potential? Life's challenges can leave us feeling drained of energy and hopeless. You're not alone. You deserve support and guidance. You will get through this. I work individually with adults, focusing on emotional resiliency, anxiety, depression, attachment trauma, life transitions and loss. As a mother to two young children, I also have a passion for helping clients manage the often overwhelming transition into parenthood.

I draw on over 35 years of professional experience in working with adolescents, adults and families. By providing a safe non judgmental environment I can support you to explore the thoughts and belief patterns that create your reactions. When you recognize patterns of interactions and triggers, together we explore and cultivate an understanding of how those patterns started. You determine, if these patterns continue to serve you. I can help bring what is unconscious, conscious so you can choose how you respond in any given situation. You get to create a life that is more in line with your goals, values and ideals.

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC). I hold a bachelor’s degree from the University of Toronto and a master’s degree from the University of Northern British Columbia, and am passionate about providing person-centered and trauma-informed care to client's with diverse mental health needs. I have experience providing care and support to those who are struggling with mood and anxiety disorders, emotional dysregulation, borderline personality disorder, and relationship issues. I have a special interest in working with those who engage in self-harm behaviours.

I am a Trauma Informed Registered Clinical Counsellor. I have spent my career serving & supporting a diverse populations of youth, adults and families in government, community non-profit & private practice. When working with you, I strive to build a genuine and therapeutic relationship which fosters a safe environment for exploration, learning, healing and empowerment. I have a full-time private practice with very limited availability, currently accepting clients on a case by case basis.

I specialize in sexual struggles and work with adults and adolescents on topics ranging from sex, sex work, sexuality, sexual dysfunctions, sex/porn "addiction", queer-identity, polyamory, life transitions, childhood trauma, medical trauma, panic/anxiety. I also work with couples and families drawing from Sue Johnson’s Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). Which features attachment based interventions grounded within finding empathy, compassion, and care for both yourself and your partner while creating new patterns of interacting.

We are based in Vancouver, British Columbia and primarily work with adults. We work with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, life transitions, personal development, and ADHD management. Our experience enables us to offer effective outpatient, individualized, psychological care. We treat various mental health disorders and provide a safe and encouraging space to support individuals through their unique journey.

Galen primarily works with adults and teens and also provides clinical consultation. If life feels harder than you think it should, you’re not alone. These times are hard and Humaning is not for the faint of heart. The good news is there is help & we all need help sometimes. My clients report that they feel cared about and supported. They tell me that together we meet emotions and challenges in a way that helps them connect with their own power, voice, vitality and joy. Life gets easier and feels better. We go there together gently with care, respect & warmth.

Getting the right support changes everything. Who do I help best? People who help others (leaders, helping professionals, health care staff, parents, caregivers) What challenges are my strength? •Adults with mild to moderate anxiety •Youth (aged 12 +) with mild to moderate anxiety, or who are experiencing challenging life circumstances •Adults wanting to address substance use and addictive patterning •People wishing to build greater support networks into their life •People wishing to find greater wellness, joy, alignment and momentum •People wanting to clarify in themselves and have healthier boundaries or greater assertiveness

Do you feel like sometimes you’re at the whims of your own mind? Do you struggle with intrusive thoughts, heavy emotions, or feeling overwhelmed and not in control of your life? I work with teens, pre-teens, and adults of all ages experiencing depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma, and life transitions. I am particularly passionate about working with lgbtqia+ folks and helping explore issues of identity and belonging.

Throughout my work I have supported many people who are struggling with: depression, anxiety, negative thoughts about oneself, addiction, dis-ordered eating, self-harm, suicidal thinking, sexuality, gender identity, sexual orientation, issues related to racism, sexism, homophobia and transphobia, grief and loss, men's issues, anger and frustration. I encourage you to contact me if you are experiencing any of these struggles. Exploration with another person can help us to re-author our relationship to problems and begin to move towards our preferred ways of being in the world.