Personality Disorders Therapists in Vancouver, BC

I am a trauma-informed psychotherapist with over 10 years of experience working with diverse clients in individual and couple settings. I practice from a humanistic, strengths-based, person-centered model as well as a psychodynamic perspective. My approach is holistic, anti-oppressive, authentic, nurturing, and eclectic. With a multicultural perspective, I honor the importance of the therapeutic alliance in creating change in clients' lives, and I invite you to (re)discover your strengths, hopes, and dreams, and your true identity/self. I offer a safe and supportive space for you to explore your thoughts, behaviors, and feelings.

I specialize in guiding individuals through various life challenges, helping adults, teenagers, children, and families find their way to psychological well-being. My expertise lies in treating a range of mental health issues, including depression, anxiety (such as panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, etc.), behavioral problems, relational issues, and parenting challenges. I am also skilled in crisis management, providing support and guidance during times of acute distress.

Currently you may feel as if you are in a place of hopelessness, depression, experiencing feelings of being overwhelmed with few resources to draw upon for help. Collaborative through counselling and/or art therapy we can explore and rediscover your internal resources finding your inner resilience and strength; exploring answers to your feelings, inner turmoil and questions. Answers you might seek are how do I deal with the pit in my stomach, or why do I feel so anxious all the time and why can’t I sleep through the night; what is my body trying to tell me?

Living in the present, and working towards a fulfilling, and healthy future is our focus. You are the expert on ‘you’. I am a visitor on a tour of your life with you as the guide. While I specialize in addiction, anxiety, and depression, I am able to work with you on any subject, and challenge you are facing. I focus on the Existential Method of therapy. Finding meaning, and purpose in your life is our goal. We will create a path towards realizing yours. Life in the present, while looking forward can be the key to success.

I specialize in counselling for queer, trans, non-binary, and neurodivergent people. I work from the perspectives of social justice and attachment - I believe that the social environment we grew up in, and our relationship histories within those environments, shape how we think and feel in our present. I pay special attention to how power functions in our relationships, families, and communities, and how it impacts our internal experiences. I work extensively with people who discover their queer or trans identities later in life. I am also qualified to offer ADHD, ASD, and HRT readiness assessments.

I believe each individual has the capacity and power to understand why different aspects of life have become challenging, and sometimes unmanageable. We all experience a variety of issues, obstacles, and challenges throughout different phases in our lives. Through the therapeutic process, it is my hope and intention to help individuals, who are facing challenges, find ways to make lasting change in their lives while creating a deeper understanding of their own strengths and experiences.

I have been in private counselling practice for 15 years, and in wellness, personal development and the media for 25 years. My practice draws self-referring, high-functioning adults/couples with addiction, phobia, anxiety, depression and attachment disorders affecting their lives beyond their historical, current or perceived ability of self-control. In couples, I usually begin individually to create safety and self-awareness, then back together towards clear self-advocacy, expression and to build trustful communication. EMDR in the couple context can clear a lot of old trauma and wounded pattern-associations that mire us in destructive relational dynamics.

These brains of ours don't come with instruction manuals - figuring out how to navigate life is tough enough, but can sometimes seem impossible when we experience mental health difficulties. I specialize in working with people with BPD (attachment trauma), anxiety and OCD, couples, and folks who have complex difficulties and may have received multiple diagnoses. Therapy can be a strange process, I try to make it simple and straightforward. We get to know each other, and figure out if we’re a good fit. We get a clear picture of what the problems are, and what’s going wrong (and what’s going right) in your life.

Whatever has brought you here - the weariness of depression, the struggle of addiction, the heaviness of anxiety, the uncertainty of life in its entirety - I welcome you. Whether you have experienced a trauma, are going through a life transition, or just need someone to talk to, someone who will listen without judgement or scorn, my passion and goal as a clinician is to hold the space for you, walk with you through the darkness, guide you to peace and well-being, and help you to live a life you love.

You don’t have to struggle with what you’re going through alone. Whether you want to heal or push yourself to grow, I want to build a strong relationship with you so that we can better understand your challenges and set you on a path to feeling better. When you feel heard and supported you can find more resilience. Together we will build on the strengths, resources, and wisdom that lies within you so you may feel relief from your struggles and the future becomes brighter.

Hi, welcome! I have been practicing counselling for seven years working with clients with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, self-esteem and personal growth. My Asian cultural background as well as my personal experience as an immigrant to Canada also afford me an insight into immigrant and second-generation ways of being as well as their mental health concerns.

I am an autistic and ADHD, queer, and bicultural therapist. My practice is focused on anti-oppressive and trauma-informed care for marginalized individuals including QPOC, neurodivergent communities, immigrants, and poly/ENM communities. My values best align with person-centred and humanistic approaches that build upon your strengths and inherent traits. As a certified yoga and movement teacher, I can also offer tools to help deepen your mind-body connection. I like to see myself as a supportive co-collaborator alongside your healing journey.

Struggles are often a result of not knowing who you really are and feeling inadequate or dissatisfied. You may be dealing with anxiety and depression, or struggling with communication, relationships, or having career/academic difficulties. I create a safe and supportive space for you to share your authentic self - your thoughts, fears, dreams and ambitions. We'll work together to identify areas of personal growth and overcome the road blocks you may be facing.

Liz Kay holds a Masters of Social Work and is a Registered Clinical Counsellor. She has extensive experience working with transitional age youth (15- 30 years old) with substance use and other mental health concerns. Her clinical skills have been informed by her work a variety of settings including residential treatment, outreach, non-profit agencies and provincial health. She is the past clinic head of the BC Children's Hospital Provincial Youth Concurrent Disorders Program where she was supporting assessments, providing treatment and providing treatment and educating students and mental health professionals around the Province.

In-Person or Online (Kitsilano/Vancouver): Over 15 years ago I transitioned from working in Electrical/Project Engineering to Mental Health/Clinical Counselling and since then developed valuable professional experience working in psychiatric, clinical, community, addiction treatment, educational, career & private settings. I have completed my Master's Degree in Counselling Psychology from the University of British Columbia (UBC) and hold two post-baccalaureate diplomas in Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) and Guidance Studies. Currently, I am the Clinical Director and Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) at MALM Counselling.

Currently accepting clients no waitlist. We get stuck sometimes, whether, through habit or circumstances, emotional, mental, and physical. Sometimes these thoughts become patterns and we need to work through what's going on. I think a person needs to release these thoughts in our heads. We store them up and other times we listen to things in our heads over and over again and don't speak out what is really going on. We are busy at work and get stuck on personal issues that don't get resolved as we can get so immersed in maintaining deadlines and work ethos and expectations. It can impact our personal relationships and family lives​.

Are you struggling with career decisions, self-esteem, or overall anxiety? If so, you're in the right place! I specialize in working with young women ages 18 - 35 struggling with that last piece in life to feel whole. Being a young woman can present many challenges and pressures and it can be hard to know what next step to take in life.

Are you feeling stuck, disconnected from yourself, or struggling to feel comfortable with others? Maybe you're looking to strengthen your emotional regulation skills, release a harsh inner critic, improve tough relationship dynamics, or generally find more ease in life. With clinical expertise in holistic health, personality psychology, and traumatic stress, I bring a gentle, compassionate, and nonjudgemental approach. Common areas I work with are perfectionism, anxiety, relationships, trauma, self-worth, and highly sensitive folx.

Do you feel stuck, and want more from life? Do you get overwhelmed with anxiety then distract, act out, numb, or shut down to cope? Do you wish that you could be more kind and accepting of yourself, and feel more at ease and fulfilled in your relationships? I am a warm, skilled, and collaborative therapist ready with the tools, resources, and support to help you overcome feelings of inadequacy, a debilitating inner critic, struggles with intimacy, poor boundaries, crippled confidence, procrastination, depression, and intrusive thoughts. You can get free of self defeating patterns, and feel good about yourself!

Sometimes it’s hard to notice when things aren't going well. It might be subtle signs that pop up at the end of the day. You feel like the day is going well and you’re keeping busy. But as soon as you have a moment of silence, your mind starts to cycle through things that you just don't want to think about. Do you find it hard to sit still and be at peace in these moments? Do you distract yourself as much as possible just so you don’t listen to your own thoughts? Maybe you have a hard time completing any of your important tasks? These are all normal reactions. Signals that your body is giving you to pay attention to.

I specialize in over-eating and emotional and binge eating, body shame, dementia care-giving, depression, trauma, anxiety, guilt and self-esteem/confidence issues. Get Practical and powerful tools and strategies to break free from self-sabotage and finally live life fully. In sessions we work on deep inner healing of unhelpful beliefs, depression, shame, guilt, over-eating, self sabotage or self loathing (with ACT, brainspotting, and/or IFS/inner child work etc.). I've seen powerful results with many clients and I want this for you too. Let me help you get the tools to feel grounded and confident.

Are you excessively hard on yourself? Do you wish for more connection and harmony in your relationships? Do you sometimes feel hijacked by your emotions? Many of my clients are parents, professionals, students, and creative types who present and function well, but inwardly fight feelings of anxiety, inadequacy, and anger. In therapy, we come to know and connect with the parts of ourselves that we have spent a lifetime trying to conceal. Whether you are struggling with a current situation, or wanting to process more chronic emotional and interpersonal patterns, I am happy and prepared to support you.

EMDR THERAPY GROUP offers a warm and welcoming place for people to enhance their strengths, build their resiliency, and heal their emotional wounds. Our team of skilled EMDR therapists strongly believes that an encouraging and supportive environment is where people can do their best work. Our mission is to provide a meaningful therapeutic experience through the use of EMDR therapy and other evidence-based therapies to promote health and wellbeing in our clients.

Why hello! If you're here, you might be seeking therapy feeling a strange mixture of despair and hope. Maybe you're struggling with repeating patterns of behaviour, past traumas, a diminished sense of self, difficult relationships, or painful emotions, but you also sense that change is possible and you're willing to try something new. Together we can establish safety, understand and shift your presenting symptoms, and harness your inherent capacity to heal and evolve. I aim to be a compassionate partner in your journey. I am also a fierce advocate for the self inside you that longs to emerge and thrive.