Therapists in Vancouver, BC

Do you feel that you are running in emotional circles and this turmoil is preventing you from living the life that you had envisioned? Break down those barriers and learn how to tackle your anxiety, depression, post traumatic stress and anger issues. Do you want your self-power back? Are you wondering how to restore your self-confidence? I create a customized treatment plan, that assists your counselling needs. I use a combination of modern treatment techniques: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Exercises, Solution-Focused Therapy and Person-entered therapy (PCT), EMDR, Exposure therapy and Empty Chair Techniques.

It can be difficult to reach out and start therapy. It is important to find a psychologist who is warm and supportive and also has the training and experience to help you understand and resolve your difficulties. I have been a Registered Psychologist for almost twenty years. I have worked with teens and adults to address a variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, anger, chronic pain, and the sequalae from traumatic brain injury. We will work together so that you can fully understand the nature of your symptoms, focus on your strengths, and learn new tools to address the problems that you are experiencing.

My goal is to help people better understand themselves and the world around them. From the thoughts and feelings tied to our physiology to the expectations and dynamics of our modern lives, I believe in addressing the multifaceted aspects of human experience. Through a grounded approach, I integrate evidence-based techniques with understanding and curiosity. Together, we explore your unique situation, uncovering insights that foster self-awareness, resilience, and growth. My commitment is to provide a supportive and nonjudgmental environment where you feel empowered to navigate life's challenges and cultivate meaningful change.

Our team aims to help you create and discover a life worth living for and have fulfilling relationships with yourself and with others. Living from a place of fear/anger/resentment right now might be impacting how you see the world every single day. It may also affect your relationships with your family members, partners, and/or children (young and adults), friends, even coworkers, and you need help to make sense of it all. Every day, you may experience conflict, lack of connection, fear of something, or other challenges that gets in the way of you finding that sense of belonging and ownership over your life.

Wise Mind Centre is a Vancouver-based psychology clinic that provides in-person counselling services in Vancouver, Burnaby, and surrounding areas, and online services to all residents in British Columbia. Our psychologists help individuals struggling with a variety of psychological problems, including anxiety, OCD, depression, substance use, emotional eating, parenting difficulties, self-harm, trauma, suicidal ideations, PTSD, interpersonal difficulties, marital problems, and BPD. We offer primarily CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based treatments. You may book online with us directly here: https://wisemindcentre.janeapp.com/.

We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.

Hello and a warm welcome to you! I am a Registered Clinical counsellor passionate about supporting individuals of all backgrounds through life's challenges. I specialize in working with adults and adolescents, providing support in areas such as anxiety, depression/mood concerns, grief, trauma, relationship challenges, stress management, self-esteem, and identity exploration.

We may not be able to control the external events or the actions of people around us; we can choose to respond in ways that strengthen and empower us, regardless of the situation we face. It is my belief and experience that by looking inwards, we can transform the impacts of our past and create a different future and perspective for ourselves.

Hi there, nice to meet you! There are a lot of therapists on here and it can be hard to know where to start, so to help you work out if I might be the right fit, here are some headline facts about me: I am proudly LGBTQ2SI+ friendly, an intersectional feminist and strengths based counsellor. I work using a trauma informed approach and believe that clients are the experts of their own lives so I believe the best thing I can do is create a non-judgemental space for them. I love to laugh, run, drink tea and am open about choosing not to have children in a world that makes that difficult.

Shelley Ugyan, RRC, is an acclaimed author, speaker and has over 15 years experience in mental and holistic health. Her evidence based tools including Cognitive Behavioural reconditioning as well as psychodynamic, relational and hypnosis approaches set you on a path to direct healing, starting immediately after the first 90 minute session. Her approach is genuine, empowering and powerful. Healing is probable, and happens as a result of conscious daily actions and unconscious dynamics that shift as a result of this process. Shelley loves to work with individuals who are ready and willing to change their thinking to heal for life.

I understand the complexities of how we view and relate to ourselves, others and the world and how this can impact our development of identity, sense of belonging and overall well being. I aim to help you untangle and explore the intricacies of your experiences from a trauma-informed, strengths-based and culturally sensitive lens. I strive to focus on the whole self, including thoughts, emotions, body sensations and external factors. My goal is for you to feel heard, understood and supported in your journey of healing and growth and to help you find fulfillment, wellbeing and empowerment.

Welcome. I have over 25 years experience working with children, teens, and adults dealing with generalized and social anxiety, mood, ocd, perfectionism, self-doubt, body image, sport psychology, relationship and parenting challenges, workplace conflict. My approach is focused on creating a warm, safe space for clients to be able to share and process their feelings. Working from an attachment lens, I use a combination of insight psychotherapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and self-compassion techniques to help clients change unhelpful beliefs, thoughts, and feelings into new positive ways of being.

It's hard to live your best life when struggling with anxious and ruminating thoughts. Or feeling disconnected from your partner. Or reliving old trauma that's been following you around. Are you struggling with ADHD, PTSD, depression, or an unwanted habit? Feeling lost and stressed in your career, or overwhelmed with responsibilities? Needing support as you navigate LGBTQ+ challenges? You are looking for therapy that works, right?

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.

You're lying awake at night, unable to rest despite feeling exhausted. Each day feels like you're stuck in a rut, going through the motions without joy. Social outings, once a source of happiness, now feel like a chore. Your inbox is overflowing, and the anxiety of not knowing where to start is paralyzing. Concentration is a constant battle, and decisions feel overwhelming, no matter how small. You've tried sleep aids, but your anxiety and depression still linger. Relationships that once brought you comfort now feel strained and filled with conflict. You're yearning for change but don't know where to begin.

Counselling for those who think OUTSIDE the BOX and NEED something different and individual: Discover your strengths. Identify your obstacles. Embrace your mental acuity. I offer a blend of innovative, evidence-based, person-centred, best practice mental health therapy and coaching that is designed and tailored for people who think outside the box. You will NOT get a cookie cutter, one size fits all, experience here! Nor will you receive a shallow, feel good, session. We will look at underlying issues and root causes. If you are looking for actionable results each session. Take that bold step, reach out. I can help.

Are you feeling overwhelmed dealing with difficult situations and people in your life? Are your symptoms affecting your daily functioning? Do you notice yourself freezing, avoiding or fleeing to try and cope with triggers? If you're experiencing anxiety, depression and/or relationship issues in both your personal life and in your career, I can provide you with individual counselling and/or psychotherapy to help you better cope using evidence-based approaches that you'll be able to apply for the rest of your life.

As a Registered Psychologist with a PhD in Clinical Psychology and over 20 years of experience, the resilience of the human spirit continues to inspire me. We have the innate drive to not only survive life’s challenges, but to transform, grow and thrive as a result of them. My Wholistic Approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Hypnotherapy, and Mindfulness combined with powerful non-traditional healing modalities and concepts from quantum physics, spiritual psychology, and neuroscience. I offer a variety of paths to wellness and would be honoured to help you navigate the sometimes challenging adventure of life.

I enjoy working with a diversity of clients and/or their family members who are have both mental health and substance use issues, including trauma and PTSD, depression, anxiety, substance or behavioral addictions, life transitions (loss, relationships, career), and mental suffering and distress.