Therapists in Burnaby, BC

With more than 10 years of experience in psychotherapy and counselling, I have been working with adults and young adults who are struggling with their feelings, relationships or even life. At times, we may get stuck, feel overwhelmed or even lost. In face of these challenges, it is not uncommon to run away from them, or fight so hard trying to get rid of them. More often than not, neither way leads to a peaceful mind. I am here to walk with you in these struggles, work with you to navigate in a direction which aligns more with your values and leads to a more peaceful, meaningful and satisfying life.

In just one session, my clients became happy and relieved again for his work related stress and anxiety, difficult life decisions or recovered from the grief and loss that has been bothering her for 6+ months. Yes, I am the counsellor who you just need to talk to for a professional advice. Others come to me for short-term service to gain knowledge and skills to deal with relationship, parenting, marriage or emotional regulation issues. They found the practical skills they gain to be life changing. For others, they see me for long term and regular support for self-growth and development. They became a better version of themselves.

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Professional Art Therapist with experience helping people manage their emotions, discover themselves and make meaningful changes in their lives. I focus on clients’ relationship problems - both with themselves and with others. I specialize in mood disorders (depression, bipolar disorder, etc.), anxiety disorders, trauma, reproductive mental health and parenting, grieving/bereavement, stress management, and improving self-esteem. I have worked successfully with individuals, families, and groups of all ages, from youth (19+) to older adults.

As a long-time advocate for people struggling with addiction and mental health, I am deeply passionate about helping clients process their emotions and achieve their goals. My focus is specifically on assisting Asian clients of all backgrounds and genders. I am dedicated to providing a safe, judgment-free space for individuals to begin their healing journey.

Hello! I am committed to meeting you with gentle curiosity, openness, and gratitude. All parts of you are welcome here. Together, I hope we can co-create an empowering space to explore, rest, grow, and heal. I offer individual counselling to teens and adults, and I'm especially passionate about working with those who are navigating self-esteem, relationships, sex, life transitions, stress, burnout, substance use, depression, and all aspects of identity.

Welcome! I believe that within each of us lies a wealth of inner strengths and untapped resources that can be used to make profound changes in our own lives. My aim is to empower you to find and utilize these abilities effectively. Through our collaborative efforts, I can help you establish a solid foundation for your journey towards self-discovery, growth and fulfillment. My primary focus is on supporting and guiding adults and couples through the complexities of dating and marital challenges, family conflicts, life transitions, stress, anxiety and depression.

Too often I hear stories of people struggling in silence, battling inner thoughts and not knowing what to do with them. Shrouded in fear and shame, they do their best to navigate their daily lives hoping things will get better, but sometimes the struggle continues. Seeing a counsellor can help ease this burden. Whether it's about relationships, careers, family or personal challenges, talking to a trusted counsellor can be the start of offloading these troubling thoughts and allowing space for clarity, growth and direction.

I have been a mental health counsellor/therapist for over 25 years. In my experience, two very important factors in therapy are trust and safety. I believe trust is earned by the therapist and safety is experienced by the client as therapy progresses. What I have learned from my clients is that even when they experienced hopelessness at first, change was possible, and when there was change, no matter how small, they felt hopeful. My aim is to support clients and help them identify and achieve their short and long term goals, at school, at work, in their family and private lives.

I'm a bilingual psychologist based in Greater Vancouver area. I have experiences in providing culturally sensitive and trauma-informed psychological services in English, Mandarin and Cantonese to people of diversity struggling with serious mental illness, complex trauma, addiction, concurrent disorders, rehabilitation from physical injuries and traumatic events. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your feelings, develop coping strategies, and work towards healing and growth.

I work with youth, adults, families, and couples. If you are ready to begin your healing journey, process your emotions, identify issues which cause disharmony in your life and want to uncover your inner strength and goodness to restore a sense of harmony and flow in your life, then I am the right therapist for you. We all have the potential to experience a joyful and prosperous existence no matter what life throws at us, I want to help my clients get there. One of my passions is to work with men whose inner goodness is hidden because of unfair treatment, societal constructs, and other unhelpful pressures which no longer serve them.

Counselling offers an opportunity for insight, growth and change. It can be a source of support and hope in times of difficulty or crisis. I believe in having a client- centered and strength based approach as well. I work with families, children, individuals and couples. My specializations include: suicide prevention and assessment, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship concerns, parenting, grief, and ADHD. As each client is different and unique, I use an approach that works best for you. In my practice, I integrates techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, emotion focused therapy and solution focused therapy.

Accepting new clients! I want to help you do the things you need and love to do, without feeling distress; I want to empower people, and help them feel good about their lives and themselves. Through a non-judgmental and individualized approach, we will focus on your values, strengths, and goals. We will work together to build self-awareness, and make the changes that will lead to personal growth. I am passionate about my work and feel honoured to be a part of your mental health journey.

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.

My experience in working in mental health services over the last 17 years - both adults and youth - has allowed me to meet clients with a variety of backgrounds and individual needs. An ideal client is one who is in need of a therapist that is a skilled listener who can help them develop and achieve their goals.

Do you find that you’re often putting other peoples' needs ahead of your own? Do you feel like everyone can have a bad day or make mistakes except you? Or maybe you get scared that if you make a mistake or say “no,” people won’t like or love you and might leave? Do these experiences leave you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or frustrated? If you answered yes, let’s connect. I specialize in helping people increase their confidence, trust and value themselves more, improve their relationships, and work through blocks to expressing their feelings and needs.

I aim to help you find relief and understanding your anxiety, depression, how to function in society and live an authentic life with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, as well as supporting you with difficulties adjusting to stressful situations, or a general dissatisfaction in life. I can also help you reduce the impact and grasp of your traumatic experiences, grief and loss, cultural and immigration adjustments. I have also advocated and help build a supportive academic team at school for those in K-12 and post-secondary education. I am able to speak with you in English, Mandarin, and Taiwanese.

Do you long for security, safety, connection and depth in your relationships? Are you struggling with distrust, resentment, anxiety or lack of fulfillment in your current or past relationship? Do you long to express yourself authentically in the world or in your work, but find yourself struggling with overwhelm at conflict, feeling ungrounded, disempowered, self-judgement or shame about your sensitivity or difficulty with communicating? Marijana helps you get to the root of your struggles by applying an integrative approach to support your healing, foster your self-worth & empower your authentic expression in your relationships.

Through counselling and art therapy, I help women and youth who feel stuck in areas of anxiety, depression, stress, and other mental health concerns. My aim is that you will be empowered to handle life's challenges and live life to the fullest. I use art-making to help clients gain insight, express themselves, and process emotions by incorporating both mind and body. I also provide neurodivergent affirming care and support clients in understanding and navigating ADHD and ASD. Common situations I work with are self-esteem and identity, academic/career stressors, parenting concerns, women's issues, relationships, and trauma.

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.

I am a bicultural therapist and my clients relate to me because they look for someone who appreciates what it's like to be inside of cultural and generational divides. I have over 5 years of experience working with professionals, parents, and students on issues related to trauma, immigration, family dynamics, and unacknowledged grief. Unacknowledged grief is what that doesn't fit our society's expectations: grief of relocating, of surviving disasters, of change. What makes me different from most therapists, is that I am passionate about helping people navigate the "other" relationships: friendships and workplace dynamics.

Welcome. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a Masters in Counselling Psychology. I whole-heartedly believe in the importance of having places and relationships where a person can feel heard, cared for and respected. My approach is eclectic, in that, I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches and collaborate with each person to learn about their unique hopes and needs. I am dedicated to holding a friendly and inclusive space where individuals feel safe to be themselves. I provide client-centered counselling to adults (19 and older) from a neurodiversity affirming and anti-oppressive perspective.

Do you feel like you are repeating the same behaviours over and over? Stuck in the same cycle: sad, anxious, overwhelmed and unable to enjoy life? Do you feel caught in unhealthy ways of managing, feeling hopeless to create change? You are not alone. Whether you are embarking on a journey of personal growth, or seeking solutions to current challenges, counselling can help you explore what may be keeping you stuck. I strive to help clients find their strengths and develop a healthy way to navigate through life's challenges.

I am passionate about working with women and addressing issues that are standing in the way of you experiencing life from a place of joy, self-love and empowerment. As women we tend to wear many hats such as daughter, mother, spouse, caregiver, career woman. Low self-esteem, co-dependency or inability to say no, feeling responsible, poor body image, fertility issues, sexual abuse or abuse, perfectionism or emotional eating...all these challenges can create stress and overwhelm which can lead to anxiety, depression and more. Pls check out my website www.goddessrevealed.ca for more information about my work.

I understand that it is not easy to ask for help and to be vulnerable. Most days you feel good because you know you're good enough but some days you believe no matter how hard you try, you will never be good enough. This impacts your self esteem and view of self. Those around you see you as confident but internally you ruminate over thoughts and battle with a negative inner critic. Sometimes you second-guess yourself at work, over a decision you made, and other times you worry about what others think. You want to reduce your self-doubts and build your self esteem. You are worthy and deserve the same kindness you show to others.