Therapists in Richmond, BC
Grief is a natural response to loss, which may include a range of emotions such as sadness, anger, guilt, longing, and often involves adjusting to life without the presence of what or who has been loss. Grief is also a highly individual experience, with no set timeline or "right" way to grieve. However, if you are struggling to cope with your loss, I am here to guide you through your journey of grief, helping you navigate the complex emotions, coming to terms with loss and finding ways to integrate it into your life. Formerly working in funeral service and community outreach, I have spent over 10 years helping people in distress.
Grief is a natural response to loss, which may include a range of emotions such as sadness, anger, guilt, longing, and often involves adjusting to life without the presence of what or who has been loss. Grief is also a highly individual experience, with no set timeline or "right" way to grieve. However, if you are struggling to cope with your loss, I am here to guide you through your journey of grief, helping you navigate the complex emotions, coming to terms with loss and finding ways to integrate it into your life. Formerly working in funeral service and community outreach, I have spent over 10 years helping people in distress.
King Fung Tang - Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MSS, RCC
Verified Verified
Richmond, BC V6X
Hello, 你好!I am a registered clinical counsellor specializing in psychoanalytic psychotherapy. In essence, this psychotherapy helps individuals change and grow from within because inner change is long-lasting and stable. It helps them find relief from mental or emotional stress, identify the hidden roots in the past to their present psychological pain, promote self-reflection and self-examination, develop a better understanding of present challenges, develop more effective and constructive coping methods, and facilitate life transformation and personality growth.
Hello, 你好!I am a registered clinical counsellor specializing in psychoanalytic psychotherapy. In essence, this psychotherapy helps individuals change and grow from within because inner change is long-lasting and stable. It helps them find relief from mental or emotional stress, identify the hidden roots in the past to their present psychological pain, promote self-reflection and self-examination, develop a better understanding of present challenges, develop more effective and constructive coping methods, and facilitate life transformation and personality growth.
Jane is a Registered Clinical Counsellor, with a masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. Her therapeutic foundation is an attachment-based approach, which says we are created for connection—with ourselves, with others, and with the world around us. These relationships are vital to our existence and can be both our greatest strengths and challenges in life. Her clinical work utilizes her training in emotion-focused individual and couple therapy (EFT/EFIT), with an incorporation of techniques from cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT). She offers sessions in both English and Korean.
Jane is a Registered Clinical Counsellor, with a masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. Her therapeutic foundation is an attachment-based approach, which says we are created for connection—with ourselves, with others, and with the world around us. These relationships are vital to our existence and can be both our greatest strengths and challenges in life. Her clinical work utilizes her training in emotion-focused individual and couple therapy (EFT/EFIT), with an incorporation of techniques from cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT). She offers sessions in both English and Korean.
عربى/ Arabic/ English. If you feel you need to talk or need support, but are concerned that your unique experiences might be misunderstood, I am here to provide a welcoming and empathetic environment. Your voice matters, and I am committed to offering the understanding and assistance you deserve. إذا كنت بحاجة للتحدث أو تلقي الدعم، وتشعر أن تجاربك الفريدة قد لا تُفهم بشكل صحيح، فأنا هنا لتقديم بيئة مرحبة ومتفهمة. صوتك مهم، وأنا ملتزمة بتقديم الفهم والمساعدة التي تستحقها في بيئة آمنه و سرية.
عربى/ Arabic/ English. If you feel you need to talk or need support, but are concerned that your unique experiences might be misunderstood, I am here to provide a welcoming and empathetic environment. Your voice matters, and I am committed to offering the understanding and assistance you deserve. إذا كنت بحاجة للتحدث أو تلقي الدعم، وتشعر أن تجاربك الفريدة قد لا تُفهم بشكل صحيح، فأنا هنا لتقديم بيئة مرحبة ومتفهمة. صوتك مهم، وأنا ملتزمة بتقديم الفهم والمساعدة التي تستحقها في بيئة آمنه و سرية.
Hi there, I specialize in mental health support; working with tweens to young adults, and their loved ones, who are needing assistance in coping with everything life has to throw at them; and reaching their goals. I have worked as a clinical lead in treatment centre settings and spent 7 years working across Vancouver and Richmond’s community health centres. I have over 17 years experience working with youth and their families and am happy to help you find the support you need with ADHD, outbursts, family conflict, goal setting and much more. Book your free initial consult at jamiewhiteheadcounselling.ca
Hi there, I specialize in mental health support; working with tweens to young adults, and their loved ones, who are needing assistance in coping with everything life has to throw at them; and reaching their goals. I have worked as a clinical lead in treatment centre settings and spent 7 years working across Vancouver and Richmond’s community health centres. I have over 17 years experience working with youth and their families and am happy to help you find the support you need with ADHD, outbursts, family conflict, goal setting and much more. Book your free initial consult at jamiewhiteheadcounselling.ca
My years of experience as a counsellor and supervisor have taught me that when a person is ready for change, change is possible. So if you, clinician or client, are ready to seek insight, expand your personal growth, build communication or anxiety management skills, deepen your relationships, resolve long-standing trauma or move more smoothly through transition, I can help you on this journey. I developed expertise in helping people through myriad of challenging situations, school-related issues, family conflicts and persistent trauma.
My years of experience as a counsellor and supervisor have taught me that when a person is ready for change, change is possible. So if you, clinician or client, are ready to seek insight, expand your personal growth, build communication or anxiety management skills, deepen your relationships, resolve long-standing trauma or move more smoothly through transition, I can help you on this journey. I developed expertise in helping people through myriad of challenging situations, school-related issues, family conflicts and persistent trauma.
我是一名CCPA认证心理咨询师,于6年前成立自己的心理咨询室,并同时在Homewood Health任职,ICBC提供车祸后创伤治疗。我想要告诉你,寻求帮助需要勇气,而我将在整个过程中一直支持你。你并不孤单,我们一起努力克服困难。 我理解你正在应对的情绪困扰,而且这些问题正影响着你的各个方面。我希望你知道,你的经历和情绪是真实有效的,我会为你提供一个安全、非评判的空间,让你能够自由地分享你的想法和感受。 我的首要目标是帮助你找到有效的策略来管理和缓解症状。我们将共同探索导致你情绪问题的负性思维模式。通过认知行为疗法,我将引导你挑战这些思维,并培养更健康的应对机制,提升你的整体幸福感。
我是一名CCPA认证心理咨询师,于6年前成立自己的心理咨询室,并同时在Homewood Health任职,ICBC提供车祸后创伤治疗。我想要告诉你,寻求帮助需要勇气,而我将在整个过程中一直支持你。你并不孤单,我们一起努力克服困难。 我理解你正在应对的情绪困扰,而且这些问题正影响着你的各个方面。我希望你知道,你的经历和情绪是真实有效的,我会为你提供一个安全、非评判的空间,让你能够自由地分享你的想法和感受。 我的首要目标是帮助你找到有效的策略来管理和缓解症状。我们将共同探索导致你情绪问题的负性思维模式。通过认知行为疗法,我将引导你挑战这些思维,并培养更健康的应对机制,提升你的整体幸福感。
Mark Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, BC V7E (Online Only)
Do you sometimes feel stuck in your personal life? Do you get anxious or depressed? Are you concerned or struggling in your marriage or relationship? Do you find communication isn't what it could be or should be? Perhaps your intimacy, emotionally or sexually has waned a bit? How one thinks about these situations plays an important part in how you get change happening. Having a place to think it through and create new ways of approaching these life situations is a valuable thing. I create a safe place to explore these issues in a non-judgmental atmosphere, whether personal issues, relationship issues or divorce issues.
Do you sometimes feel stuck in your personal life? Do you get anxious or depressed? Are you concerned or struggling in your marriage or relationship? Do you find communication isn't what it could be or should be? Perhaps your intimacy, emotionally or sexually has waned a bit? How one thinks about these situations plays an important part in how you get change happening. Having a place to think it through and create new ways of approaching these life situations is a valuable thing. I create a safe place to explore these issues in a non-judgmental atmosphere, whether personal issues, relationship issues or divorce issues.
Sometimes life can be hard, and we can struggle to navigate our current challenges. You might feel alone, but support is available. I encourage you to bring all parts of yourself - the hurt, the messy, the unseen - into this journey. Recognizing and honouring each client’s unique story, I work closely with them to meet their specific needs and goals. I hope to ensure clients feel validated, understood, and supported throughout the process.
Sometimes life can be hard, and we can struggle to navigate our current challenges. You might feel alone, but support is available. I encourage you to bring all parts of yourself - the hurt, the messy, the unseen - into this journey. Recognizing and honouring each client’s unique story, I work closely with them to meet their specific needs and goals. I hope to ensure clients feel validated, understood, and supported throughout the process.
I work with clients of all ages and backgrounds on a range of issues. I see individuals, couples, and families, many who feel something is stuck or not working the way it should, and would like to move toward change.
I work with clients of all ages and backgrounds on a range of issues. I see individuals, couples, and families, many who feel something is stuck or not working the way it should, and would like to move toward change.
Are you sick of waking up to another day of pain? Tired of trying to explain spoon theory to people committed to misunderstanding you? Are you stuck in executive dysfunction or the overwhelm that comes with neurodivergence? Maybe you've been dismissed by the very professionals meant to help you? I specialize in supporting clients who are neurodivergent and/or living with chronic pain. Using my own lived experience, and drawing upon the principles of ACT, IFS and Somatic Experiencing, I help clients find new and meaningful ways to navigate life with pain and/or neurodivergence.
Are you sick of waking up to another day of pain? Tired of trying to explain spoon theory to people committed to misunderstanding you? Are you stuck in executive dysfunction or the overwhelm that comes with neurodivergence? Maybe you've been dismissed by the very professionals meant to help you? I specialize in supporting clients who are neurodivergent and/or living with chronic pain. Using my own lived experience, and drawing upon the principles of ACT, IFS and Somatic Experiencing, I help clients find new and meaningful ways to navigate life with pain and/or neurodivergence.
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Hello, I am currently accepting new clients for counseling, as well as for assessment for ASD and AD/HD. I offer an individualized approach to therapy to support you in achieving your goals. I integrate several psychotherapeutic modalities including Family Systems therapy, CBT, DBT, and Mindfulness practices.
Hello, I am currently accepting new clients for counseling, as well as for assessment for ASD and AD/HD. I offer an individualized approach to therapy to support you in achieving your goals. I integrate several psychotherapeutic modalities including Family Systems therapy, CBT, DBT, and Mindfulness practices.
I believe counselling is a journey for people to heal from the trauma they experienced so that they are able to live freely. My role as a therapist is to provide a safe place for people and walk with them to help them deal with their hurt and pain. Thus they can resolve their emotional blockage and have both better intrapersonal and interpersonal relationships. I help clients express emotions, address past trauma, connect past experiences to current issues, identify root causes of problems, and facilitate positive changes for effective future problem-solving. I am fluent in speaking Cantonese, English and Mandarin.
I believe counselling is a journey for people to heal from the trauma they experienced so that they are able to live freely. My role as a therapist is to provide a safe place for people and walk with them to help them deal with their hurt and pain. Thus they can resolve their emotional blockage and have both better intrapersonal and interpersonal relationships. I help clients express emotions, address past trauma, connect past experiences to current issues, identify root causes of problems, and facilitate positive changes for effective future problem-solving. I am fluent in speaking Cantonese, English and Mandarin.
We are all faced with difficulties throughout our lives, and the way we receive them will help to determine the outcome. As we age, we experience mental and physical changes that can lead to numerous challenges along the way. Maintaining healthy relationships may become difficult as we age. Being someone's caregiver is a significant challenge you may be struggling with. Now more than ever finances play a big role, especially if one member of the family requires costly care. Having healthy relationships and enjoying life can be extremely difficult when faced with one or more of these issues. However, it is possible, and I can help!
We are all faced with difficulties throughout our lives, and the way we receive them will help to determine the outcome. As we age, we experience mental and physical changes that can lead to numerous challenges along the way. Maintaining healthy relationships may become difficult as we age. Being someone's caregiver is a significant challenge you may be struggling with. Now more than ever finances play a big role, especially if one member of the family requires costly care. Having healthy relationships and enjoying life can be extremely difficult when faced with one or more of these issues. However, it is possible, and I can help!
Radiant Heart Counselling
Counsellor, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, BC V6V (Online Only)
As a counselor, my heart reaches out to women of any age who seek to uncover their life potential, couples looking for premarital/marriage counseling (including cross-cultural couples), busy mothers striving to constantly improve the quality of marriage and family life, immigrants trying to build new lives in another country, parents eager to understand their children's and their own personality traits to construct healthy parent-child interactions, parents caring for children with special needs, individuals striving for higher sense of freedom through reflections on life purpose, gender equality, and generational traumas.
As a counselor, my heart reaches out to women of any age who seek to uncover their life potential, couples looking for premarital/marriage counseling (including cross-cultural couples), busy mothers striving to constantly improve the quality of marriage and family life, immigrants trying to build new lives in another country, parents eager to understand their children's and their own personality traits to construct healthy parent-child interactions, parents caring for children with special needs, individuals striving for higher sense of freedom through reflections on life purpose, gender equality, and generational traumas.
Shelley Lisa Behr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, BC V6Y
One of the most difficult things to do in life is to ask for help. I understand that making the first call is stressful, and I am open to hearing your concerns as soon as we connect. I encompass a non judgmental approach, based on strength and resilience. I work collaboratively with my clients to empower them to make important changes in their lives. As a counselor, I support each client's own experience of their story. I take a holistic approach to understand the many layers that surround life challenges, to create connections and promote change.
One of the most difficult things to do in life is to ask for help. I understand that making the first call is stressful, and I am open to hearing your concerns as soon as we connect. I encompass a non judgmental approach, based on strength and resilience. I work collaboratively with my clients to empower them to make important changes in their lives. As a counselor, I support each client's own experience of their story. I take a holistic approach to understand the many layers that surround life challenges, to create connections and promote change.
I am a registered member (Registration number: 1829) of BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC) since 2001. With more than 20 years of professional counselling experience in both public and private settings, I am passionate in walking with people through their struggles and helping them overcome their traumatic past. My counselling approach aims at helping clients increase their self-awareness, identify any unhealthy emotional blockages, desensitize and reprocess emotional charged memories, promote integration of a wholistic self, improve and enrich interpersonal relationships, and experience the joy of emotional freedom.
I am a registered member (Registration number: 1829) of BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC) since 2001. With more than 20 years of professional counselling experience in both public and private settings, I am passionate in walking with people through their struggles and helping them overcome their traumatic past. My counselling approach aims at helping clients increase their self-awareness, identify any unhealthy emotional blockages, desensitize and reprocess emotional charged memories, promote integration of a wholistic self, improve and enrich interpersonal relationships, and experience the joy of emotional freedom.
Jas Lachar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, BC V6Y (Online Only)
You’ve already googled “How do I deal with anxiety?”, or “I love my new baby, so, why am I sad?” Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unbalanced in your life? It might be time to revise some of the old stories and assumptions you have about yourself, so that your relationships and life are more connected to your values and needs – rather than societal expectations and norms. I work with you in the present moment to explore different ways that you can connect with yourself without judgement, as well as exploring the history and relationships that have impacted your life.
You’ve already googled “How do I deal with anxiety?”, or “I love my new baby, so, why am I sad?” Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unbalanced in your life? It might be time to revise some of the old stories and assumptions you have about yourself, so that your relationships and life are more connected to your values and needs – rather than societal expectations and norms. I work with you in the present moment to explore different ways that you can connect with yourself without judgement, as well as exploring the history and relationships that have impacted your life.
Viviana Ni, Inner Haven Counselling & Art Therapy
Counsellor, RCC, CCC, RCAT, BCATR, MA
Verified Verified
Richmond, BC V7C (Online Only)
“Healing is a beautiful ray of light that you simply need to reach your hand toward.” I believe your personal understanding of your life experiences is of great value, and I am dedicated to collaborating closely with you to tailor a counselling strategy that suits your needs. Viviana deeply appreciates the opportunity to assist clients in fostering self-awareness, self-empathy, and the path to healing, as well as in implementing practical solutions to make everyday tasks more manageable.
“Healing is a beautiful ray of light that you simply need to reach your hand toward.” I believe your personal understanding of your life experiences is of great value, and I am dedicated to collaborating closely with you to tailor a counselling strategy that suits your needs. Viviana deeply appreciates the opportunity to assist clients in fostering self-awareness, self-empathy, and the path to healing, as well as in implementing practical solutions to make everyday tasks more manageable.
Experiencing that constant loop of negative thoughts, low mood and crippling fears that over power every part of your life, is exhausting. Practicing since 2008, I have worked with individuals, couples and families to challenge those loud critical voices within that you just can’t seem to quiet down. My commitment to you is to provide a warm and safe space for your mind and body to process difficult emotions, thoughts and experiences to regain a sense of stability, self control, and self compassion.
Experiencing that constant loop of negative thoughts, low mood and crippling fears that over power every part of your life, is exhausting. Practicing since 2008, I have worked with individuals, couples and families to challenge those loud critical voices within that you just can’t seem to quiet down. My commitment to you is to provide a warm and safe space for your mind and body to process difficult emotions, thoughts and experiences to regain a sense of stability, self control, and self compassion.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Richmond, BC
100+
Average cost per session
$150
Counsellors in Richmond, BC who prioritize treating:
95% | Anxiety |
87% | Depression |
82% | Stress |
81% | Self Esteem |
80% | Relationship Issues |
74% | Trauma and PTSD |
74% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
8 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
59% | SunLife |
50% | Pacific Blue Cross |
47% | Manulife |
How Counsellors in Richmond, BC see their clients
68% | In Person and Online | |
32% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
80% | Female | |
19% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Richmond?
Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, postal code, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postal code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Most Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are certified by one of the main professional associations, mainly the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA), and will have a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC) designation with their name. Social Workers listed in the directory must be registered members of the college specific to their province. To be listed in the directory, Psychologists must be registered with the psychological college specific to their province or territory.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given the considerable variation in professional regulation and prerequisites across Canadian provinces, some providers may possess significant professional qualifications without necessarily holding professional memberships or being obliged to acquire them. As a result, they may be selectively included without the "Verified" seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given the considerable variation in professional regulation and prerequisites across Canadian provinces, some providers may possess significant professional qualifications without necessarily holding professional memberships or being obliged to acquire them. As a result, they may be selectively included without the "Verified" seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Psychologists, counsellors, psychotherapists and social workers can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and supervised, practical experience that enable them to do so in Canada.
Psychologists have a master's and/or doctoral degree and have passed both written and oral exams. Psychologists are able to complete mental health assessments and provide diagnostic information to clients as well as provide counselling therapy or psychotherapy. Counsellors and psychotherapists are expected to have a master's or doctoral degree in counselling psychology, social work, or a related mental health discipline and certification by a professional association, such as the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. Registered Social Workers possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work and where possible must be licensed or certified by the provincial government and/or regulatory college.
Psychologists have a master's and/or doctoral degree and have passed both written and oral exams. Psychologists are able to complete mental health assessments and provide diagnostic information to clients as well as provide counselling therapy or psychotherapy. Counsellors and psychotherapists are expected to have a master's or doctoral degree in counselling psychology, social work, or a related mental health discipline and certification by a professional association, such as the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. Registered Social Workers possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work and where possible must be licensed or certified by the provincial government and/or regulatory college.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, the cost of a therapy session in Canada could be between $100 and $200. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. Some types of outpatient mental health services are covered by Medicare, provided these are performed by a licensed mental health professional in the provinces or territory you reside in and who accepts the assignment.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. Some types of outpatient mental health services are covered by Medicare, provided these are performed by a licensed mental health professional in the provinces or territory you reside in and who accepts the assignment.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postal code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Professionals licensed by regulatory colleges and those certified by associations such as the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association are obligated to uphold client confidentiality unless there is a legal reason that requires them to disclose information. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there is the potential or known harm to the client or others, or a court order, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.