Person-Centered Therapists in Burnaby, BC

I aim to create a warm and collaborative environment when interacting with people. Life can get overwhelming and we can all use a little bit of help sometimes. I hope I can provide a helping hand to help you get to where you would like or need to be in your life journey.

Are you concerning about your child or struggling with how to support them? ? Here is the right place for you and your child! My name is Sylvia and I am a Registered Play Therapist (RPT-USA) and a Registered Social Worker (RSW) in Vancouver. Over the past decade, I have been providing play therapy for children and preteens who have low self-esteem, behavioral issues, anxiety, selective mutism, depression, and other challenges in life such as living with trauma, divorce/separation, and violence/abuse.

Passionate about working with children, youth, young adults, and families experiencing anxiety and depression, struggling to create stability, self-control and self-awareness. Individuals who experience cultural segregation, bias and stigma learn to overcome silence and implement action and advocacy skills. With the mindset of acceptance, trauma informed lens will target distressing negative thoughts, feelings, behaviours and reactions by adjusting ones relationship with those experiences and develop proactive and healthy coping tools; living a life full of clarity and genuineness.

It's not easy taking that first step. You've probably been thinking about it for awhile. Opening up to a stranger, sharing personal thoughts and feelings, fear of being judged; these are some of the reasons people put off going for help. I get it! I'm here to give you a soft place to land, a place where you can speak and be heard, and to process your unique life experiences. Together, we can work on coping skills, grounding techniques or just talk it out, whatever you need to work through any challenging emotions in order to move towards healing.

She is a dedicated and compassionate counsellor with a passion for helping individuals navigate life’s challenges. With a unique integrative approach, Samantha combines the principles of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and a person centered perspective to empower clients on their journey towards personal growth and mental well-being. With the integration of DBT, Samantha helps her clients build skills in mindfulness, emotional regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance. Clients develop the tools and confidence to cope with challenging emotions and improve overall wellbeing

Whether it is struggles with pregnancy, postpartum, parenting, relationships, anxiety, mood, or past trauma, I support individuals with identifying what they want to be different in their life and co-creating a plan for our work together. As a counsellor, it is a privilege to support clients in their journeys to find more joy, feel less overwhelmed by difficult emotions, improve relationships, and feel more compassion for themselves. I work collaboratively with clients to explore their values and how to foster these into a meaningful life.

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor fluent in English and Mandarin and hold a master’s degree in counselling from City University of Seattle, Vancouver. I have been in the field of helping people for over a decade, and that’s where my passion is. I have specifically assisted divorced/separated families for over five years. I have a deep understanding of such a situation's dynamics, special needs, and difficulties and have my whole heart towards it. I also understand well about immigration families from my background. Although I spent my adulthood here, I have never forgotten my roots.

I have experience addressing a wide range of issues that bring people to counselling, such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship difficulties. I create a warm and genuine relationship with people that allows them to feel safe to explore the challenges they are facing. I aim to provide a comfortable and non-judgmental space where people can work with me to identify the issues that are causing them distress and explore solutions to these problems.

Accessing support is a radical act of courage—a step towards positive change. At Side by Side Counselling we welcome all experiences and histories, working together to navigate the challenges of life with ease. Drawing on the approaches of transpersonal psychology, somatic modalities, Bowen family systems, Gestalt therapy and person-centered therapy, we aim to find a path of understanding and support that best suits your needs and experiences.

Virtually available and licensed across Ontario and British Columbia! I work with my clients on creating a safe space to explore their lived experiences, identify their strengths and vulnerabilities and transform themselves in meaningful ways. I have experience working with clients facing substance misuse/dependence, anger management, problematic sexualized behaviours, emotional dysregulation, and trauma. In my practice, I emphasize trust while working with individuals, youth, couples, and families, creating a supportive and collaborative environment. Working on yourself takes time and effort, I know this.

Hello! My name is Apekchha, Apek for short (pronounced uh-peck). I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and I am eager to support you in your counselling journey! I like to take a holistic, inclusive, and collaborative approach to counselling. It is important for me to create a safe and comfortable environment for clients, while allowing for deep and meaningful conversations and reflections to occur in the therapy room. I am passionate about social justice, aim to create a non-judgmental space for individuals, and understand the intersections that exist between the environment and self.

Life can feel overwhelming, isolating and unfair. It can be challenging to find someone you feel safe with and can trust to process difficult emotions and identify strategies to cope. I offer a non-judgmental, trauma-informed, collaborative, strengths-based, and person-centered approach. I utilize an integrative approach with emphasis on CBT, DBT and Narrative and am open to working in your preferred modality. I love to identify strengths in clients and work on building momentum in goal setting to really encourage new ways forward.

Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, chronic health issues and feeling stressed out? Are you experiencing life-transition and relationship issues, and feeling lost about which direction to go? I am a registered clinical counsellor and also a registered Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine. For over 10 years I have been helping people like you to heal, to handle life's challenges better. I use practical and effective approach to empower you to connect to your inner wisdom and strength. With authentic presence, compassion and perspective, I guide you to your valued path, to move toward a healthier and more fulfilling life.

Hello! My name is Euphemia and I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with a Master’s in Counselling Psychology (MEd) from UBC. I also hold a Bachelor of Education (BEd) from UBC and a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) from Emily Carr. I was born and raised in Vancouver, but spent many years in the Okanagan Valley and Vancouver Island. Before entering the counselling profession I spent a decade working as an art teacher. I consider myself a person-centered teacher and counsellor, viewing everyone I work with as a unique individual, holding them in unconditional positive regard.

If we all could have the option to be supported and heard with our struggles, to be connected and cared for, perhaps our ability to move through them and towards our goals would be different. What is it you wish to shift, where would your life be right now? How can I help you get there? If you are a victim of crime you may be eligible for counselling through CVAP. I am an approved CVAP counsellor.

Seeking counselling could be a life changing experience and could be scary as well. Esther came from a culture that did not necessary see counselling as needed and so going through her own journey of finding a counsellor felt scary, overwhelming, and at times discouraging. Over the years of Esther's career, she has met people with similar fears and have had some ask the following question, " how do I find the right therapist that understands me, sees me, and could connect with me in creating a healing space that feels right for me". This is where Esther comes in with her experience to support you in finding what feels right.

I have over 15 years of experience providing therapy to individuals from a wide spectrum of cultural, socio-economic, ethnic, educational and other diversified (multicultural, multiracial and multiethnic) backgrounds. I work with adults, youth and families, experiencing difficult life transitions, stress, anxiety, anger, substance use, trauma, emotional dysregulation and depression. I am EMDR and DBT trained and specialize in ADHD work with kids and teenagers and eating disorders. My practice is person-centered, trauma-informed, collaborative, anti-oppressive and strength-based. I am CVAP, ICBC, EAP and FNHA-approved counsellor.

Life is a struggle, and it is possible to use that struggle to plant and smell some roses along the way. If you want to empower yourself to make the struggles and challenges in your life a little easier to bear; if you want to understand yourself; if you want to make better connections with the people around you; if you want to be able to set goals for yourself and set yourself up for success to attain those goals; if you want to create a life of meaning; I can help.

Do you struggle with trauma, anxiety, stress, addictions or low mood? I can help. I have extensive experience working with trauma, addictions, low mood, self-esteem issues and anxiety in private practice and in a treatment setting. Therapeutically, I know how important it is to have a sense of connection, and a non-judgemental person to listen and understand in times of struggle, change and growth. Mental health is a spectrum and many of us go will go through periods where we need support. I invite clients to get curious about what is happening for them and to engage in the therapeutic process with self-compassion and an open mind .

As a Registered Clinical Counsellor based in Vancouver, BC, with over a decade of experience specializing in youth, adolescent, and teen mental health, I am dedicated to helping you address your concerns and focus on what truly matters to you. Together, we can navigate through life's challenges on your terms and at your pace. I strive to establish a nurturing and non-judgemental therapeutic bond, fostering a safe environment for you to navigate the complexities of your life and enact meaningful, pragmatic changes. Whether you're grappling with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use issues, or any other concerns,

Clover, with a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology, is a Registered Clinical Counsellor in BC. She has experience working with adults, teens, and children. She works with clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, anger management, and relationship and all kinds of life changing difficulties.

There are many times in our lives we can benefit from the support of an unbiased and compassionate professional. Perhaps you are going through a major life event in your personal or professional life. Maybe you find yourself in need of a check-in, or it could be that you've been struggling for a while and feel ready to explore change.

Your journey is unique, and so is your strength to overcome it. I am dedicated to meeting you wherever you are at, and walking alongside you on your journey towards unlocking your innate potential for healing and growth. Specializing in areas such as Anxiety, ADHD, Autism, Depression, Grief/Loss, Neurodiversity, School/Career, and Stress Management, I offer tailored support to address your unique needs. I provide counselling services to both neurodiverse and neurotypical individuals, and work with adolescents and adults both virtually and in-person.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? Struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, or addiction? Maybe you're facing relationship or family issues, or dealing with complex challenges like BPD or psychosis. You're not alone. I'm here to offer empathetic, tailored therapy in a safe space. Together, we'll explore your thoughts and emotions, unraveling sources of stress and unhealthy patterns. My diverse expertise in EMDR, CBT, DBT, Gottman Method, and LENS Neurofeedback provides the tools you need for healing and growth. Let's embark on this journey together, navigating life's complexities with empathy and understanding.