Therapists in West Vancouver, BC
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My warm and pragmatic approach supports clients in moving from a self-limiting pattern of behaviour to a space of self-awareness and efficacy. I offer a non-judgmental environment where concerns are addressed with compassion and respect. I assist individuals, families, and relationships in clarifying their personal insights and developing deeper perspectives about their own challenges. Through my wealth of experience and advanced expertise, I support clients by providing tools and strategies unique to their individualized needs.
My warm and pragmatic approach supports clients in moving from a self-limiting pattern of behaviour to a space of self-awareness and efficacy. I offer a non-judgmental environment where concerns are addressed with compassion and respect. I assist individuals, families, and relationships in clarifying their personal insights and developing deeper perspectives about their own challenges. Through my wealth of experience and advanced expertise, I support clients by providing tools and strategies unique to their individualized needs.
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Paola Zorrilla Steenbock
Licensed Professional Counsellor, RCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
West Vancouver, BC V7V
Waitlist for new clients
Currently only accepting child clients. In therapy, I strive for a safe, judgment-free space to explore your needs and values. I support kids (<12) and their parents navigating neurodiversity, big or overwhelming emotions, coping, and self-care—essential amid a neurotypical-centric world. Collaboratively, using conversation, art, play, or somatic methods, we explore how to meet your needs. Together, we navigate an often isolating, unaccommodating world to understand how it influences your experiences, relationships, and environments. We aim to understand cultural norms, rewriting expectations to align with your unmasked self.
Currently only accepting child clients. In therapy, I strive for a safe, judgment-free space to explore your needs and values. I support kids (<12) and their parents navigating neurodiversity, big or overwhelming emotions, coping, and self-care—essential amid a neurotypical-centric world. Collaboratively, using conversation, art, play, or somatic methods, we explore how to meet your needs. Together, we navigate an often isolating, unaccommodating world to understand how it influences your experiences, relationships, and environments. We aim to understand cultural norms, rewriting expectations to align with your unmasked self.
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Paulette is Registered Nurse and a registered Clinical Counsellor in province of British Columbia and a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist with IITAP International Institute of Trauma and Addiction Therapists in the US. She is an internationally known and recognized expert in both treatment and education in the field of specialized addictions and dependencies. Paulette was featured on the O.com Cybersex Addiction; a documentary aired on the Passionate Eye on CBC, February 2005 and is frequently called upon for expert opinion in the local and national media.
Paulette is Registered Nurse and a registered Clinical Counsellor in province of British Columbia and a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist with IITAP International Institute of Trauma and Addiction Therapists in the US. She is an internationally known and recognized expert in both treatment and education in the field of specialized addictions and dependencies. Paulette was featured on the O.com Cybersex Addiction; a documentary aired on the Passionate Eye on CBC, February 2005 and is frequently called upon for expert opinion in the local and national media.
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Marianne Giustra Counselling
Counsellor, RCC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Vancouver, BC V7V
As a practitioner, I recognize that everyone’s situation is unique. I believe healing and growth comes from awareness, which can be achieved collaboratively in a safe, non-judgmental environment. I chose a career in counselling because I love listening to people's life stories, brainstorming new perspectives and exploring paths to healing. I work with children, adults, and seniors, and have experience counselling First Nations individuals. My counselling approach addresses a variety of circumstances, with a particular emphasis on alleviating anxiety and depression.
As a practitioner, I recognize that everyone’s situation is unique. I believe healing and growth comes from awareness, which can be achieved collaboratively in a safe, non-judgmental environment. I chose a career in counselling because I love listening to people's life stories, brainstorming new perspectives and exploring paths to healing. I work with children, adults, and seniors, and have experience counselling First Nations individuals. My counselling approach addresses a variety of circumstances, with a particular emphasis on alleviating anxiety and depression.
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Are you up for some fierce conversation? You are not broken and you do not need fixing! I will hold you as creative, resourceful and whole. Life Coaching is best described as professionally assisted self-mastery. The primary need of most people is not the advice or direction from others. Rather, the primary need of most people is clarification of their own thinking. You are the expert of your own life and I am an expert in curiosity. As a Life & Legacy Coach at Meridian Life Design Inc. (meridianlifedesign.com) my official title is "Truth Teller, Provocateur, Creatrix and Passionado".
Are you up for some fierce conversation? You are not broken and you do not need fixing! I will hold you as creative, resourceful and whole. Life Coaching is best described as professionally assisted self-mastery. The primary need of most people is not the advice or direction from others. Rather, the primary need of most people is clarification of their own thinking. You are the expert of your own life and I am an expert in curiosity. As a Life & Legacy Coach at Meridian Life Design Inc. (meridianlifedesign.com) my official title is "Truth Teller, Provocateur, Creatrix and Passionado".
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Howard Wong
Counsellor, PsyD, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Vancouver, BC V7T (Online Only)
My expertise lies in psychotherapy/counseling for adults, teenagers, children (> 9 years old), and couples with depressive and anxiety disorders, PTSD, grief, substance use, life transitions, self-esteem, parenting and couple relationships, as well as workplace/academic stress. Sessions can be conducted in English, Cantonese and Mandarin
My expertise lies in psychotherapy/counseling for adults, teenagers, children (> 9 years old), and couples with depressive and anxiety disorders, PTSD, grief, substance use, life transitions, self-esteem, parenting and couple relationships, as well as workplace/academic stress. Sessions can be conducted in English, Cantonese and Mandarin
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Are you feeling down or anxious? We all, at some stage in our lives, may face difficult situations and life challenges. It may be related to our relationships, conflicts with family members, loss of a loved one, adaptation, education, or illness. Facing these challenges may lead us to lose hope and focus on daily life tasks and routines. These feelings may lead us to think, nothing will ever change or get better, or there is no bright tomorrow in our future. What’s important is the way we view things and with whom we can share our most personal thoughts, feelings, and fears. I'm here to support you in a non-judgmental way.
Are you feeling down or anxious? We all, at some stage in our lives, may face difficult situations and life challenges. It may be related to our relationships, conflicts with family members, loss of a loved one, adaptation, education, or illness. Facing these challenges may lead us to lose hope and focus on daily life tasks and routines. These feelings may lead us to think, nothing will ever change or get better, or there is no bright tomorrow in our future. What’s important is the way we view things and with whom we can share our most personal thoughts, feelings, and fears. I'm here to support you in a non-judgmental way.
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Are your usual ways of dealing with things no longer working? Is it time to look at something that has been troubling you for a while? Perhaps you could use some help looking into your life to develop a deeper understanding of your journey. Carl Jung said, “Only what is really oneself has the power to heal.” Your challenges will be seen 'guideposts' that help us understand your life in a meaningful way. As a registered psychotherapist, my orientation is based in depth psychology and I am dedicated to helping you fully see yourself with compassionate eyes so that symptom and suffering can be transformed into wholeness and healing.
Are your usual ways of dealing with things no longer working? Is it time to look at something that has been troubling you for a while? Perhaps you could use some help looking into your life to develop a deeper understanding of your journey. Carl Jung said, “Only what is really oneself has the power to heal.” Your challenges will be seen 'guideposts' that help us understand your life in a meaningful way. As a registered psychotherapist, my orientation is based in depth psychology and I am dedicated to helping you fully see yourself with compassionate eyes so that symptom and suffering can be transformed into wholeness and healing.
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I specialize in supporting adults, children, couples and families struggling with mood and anxiety disorders. These include Depression and Low Mood, Adjustment Disorder, and Anxiety Disorders such as Social Anxiety, General Anxiety, Panic, Post Traumatic Stress, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Agoraphobia, Separation Anxiety and Specific Phobias. If a client is feeling “stuck” in their life and wanting some help in figuring out how to improve their quality of life, we can collaborate together to make a plan.
I specialize in supporting adults, children, couples and families struggling with mood and anxiety disorders. These include Depression and Low Mood, Adjustment Disorder, and Anxiety Disorders such as Social Anxiety, General Anxiety, Panic, Post Traumatic Stress, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Agoraphobia, Separation Anxiety and Specific Phobias. If a client is feeling “stuck” in their life and wanting some help in figuring out how to improve their quality of life, we can collaborate together to make a plan.
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Coastal Synergy Psychotherapy and Counselling Serv
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Vancouver, BC V7T (Online Only)
People don't need to be rescued or saved. They need the knowledge of their own power, and how to access it" (unknown) My own unique healing signature comes from using both indigenous way of knowing and by using western modalities. Most of my clients experience symptoms of Complex Post Traumatic Stress. I draw on various modalities that are used to shift energy in mental, behavioral, and psycho-spiritual transformations. As well as being able to look at self, to love self and feel safe enough to stand in their own unique magical self. I practice this daily by owning my unique quirky side of me. We are all sacred.
People don't need to be rescued or saved. They need the knowledge of their own power, and how to access it" (unknown) My own unique healing signature comes from using both indigenous way of knowing and by using western modalities. Most of my clients experience symptoms of Complex Post Traumatic Stress. I draw on various modalities that are used to shift energy in mental, behavioral, and psycho-spiritual transformations. As well as being able to look at self, to love self and feel safe enough to stand in their own unique magical self. I practice this daily by owning my unique quirky side of me. We are all sacred.
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Are you craving a safe space where you can start learning more about yourself and your patterns? Do you find that the same challenges often come up in your life but you aren't sure how to move through them? This is very often what people describe when first coming to therapy. I firmly believe that our adult patterns are the direct result of painful or overwhelming experiences that we had as children. By making connections between the past and the present, we learn how to meaningfully change our lives.
Are you craving a safe space where you can start learning more about yourself and your patterns? Do you find that the same challenges often come up in your life but you aren't sure how to move through them? This is very often what people describe when first coming to therapy. I firmly believe that our adult patterns are the direct result of painful or overwhelming experiences that we had as children. By making connections between the past and the present, we learn how to meaningfully change our lives.
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Deb Chmelauskas Occupational Therapist BetterBrains
Occupational Therapist, BSc OT, BSc Bio, CDP
Verified Verified
West Vancouver, BC V7T
My area of expertise is cognitive health for seniors who are experiencing age-related memory changes, mild cognitive impairment, or dementia. I am an occupational therapist who supports individuals and their families to help them cope with the challenges of memory loss. For persons with age related changes or mild cognitive impairment, we can work together to develop self-management strategies including: cognitive skills, memory and organizational skills, stress management, sleep solutions, and personalized brain health programs.
My area of expertise is cognitive health for seniors who are experiencing age-related memory changes, mild cognitive impairment, or dementia. I am an occupational therapist who supports individuals and their families to help them cope with the challenges of memory loss. For persons with age related changes or mild cognitive impairment, we can work together to develop self-management strategies including: cognitive skills, memory and organizational skills, stress management, sleep solutions, and personalized brain health programs.
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Hello! I'm Noemie. I am certified and registered as a Therapeutic Counsellor and have previously completed several coaching curriculums, certified as an Executive Coach through Royal Roads University. I support my clients through various life stages, navigating a better understanding of themselves, the life they want to create for themselves, as well as who they want to be in this life. As a mother of two, having navigated complicated relationship dynamics and coming from 20 years corporate career, I'm versatile counsellor, supporting my clients anywhere they hope for growth and moving towards the vision of their dream.
Hello! I'm Noemie. I am certified and registered as a Therapeutic Counsellor and have previously completed several coaching curriculums, certified as an Executive Coach through Royal Roads University. I support my clients through various life stages, navigating a better understanding of themselves, the life they want to create for themselves, as well as who they want to be in this life. As a mother of two, having navigated complicated relationship dynamics and coming from 20 years corporate career, I'm versatile counsellor, supporting my clients anywhere they hope for growth and moving towards the vision of their dream.
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Jo-Anne Weiler
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, (Psych), RMFT, RCC, CPCC
Verified Verified
West Vancouver, BC V7T
What I hear most in my practise is that people want more meaning in their lives, in their work and in their loving relationships. According to current trends, anxiety and depression is on the rise. According to the Canadian Mood Disorders report 2008, 1 in 5 Canadians will have a mental illness over their lifetime. We may have become too focused on the results and lost sight of the process. The better we feel about ourselves because we are practising great lifestyle habits and relating meaningfully, soulfully, the more in the 'zone' we feel day to day.
What I hear most in my practise is that people want more meaning in their lives, in their work and in their loving relationships. According to current trends, anxiety and depression is on the rise. According to the Canadian Mood Disorders report 2008, 1 in 5 Canadians will have a mental illness over their lifetime. We may have become too focused on the results and lost sight of the process. The better we feel about ourselves because we are practising great lifestyle habits and relating meaningfully, soulfully, the more in the 'zone' we feel day to day.
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Alexandra Vittes
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
West Vancouver, BC V7W (Online Only)
I enjoy helping people with a broad range of concerns including anxiety, depression, self-esteem, grief, loss, and relationship difficulties, and have a particular interest in working with clients dealing with the often overwhelming stresses of starting a new family. I employ a variety of approaches, but work primarily from a Relational Psychodynamic perspective. One of the distinguishing characteristics of this method is the way in which it uses the relationship between therapist and client as an opportunity for healing and growth.
I enjoy helping people with a broad range of concerns including anxiety, depression, self-esteem, grief, loss, and relationship difficulties, and have a particular interest in working with clients dealing with the often overwhelming stresses of starting a new family. I employ a variety of approaches, but work primarily from a Relational Psychodynamic perspective. One of the distinguishing characteristics of this method is the way in which it uses the relationship between therapist and client as an opportunity for healing and growth.
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As a clinical counsellor and art therapist, I support clients dealing with anxiety, depression, body image dissatisfaction, relational issues, and life transitions. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for expressing their challenges. I address the root causes of emotional difficulties, guiding them towards a positive body image and navigating relationships. Integrating evidence-based modalities with holistic ones like restorative yoga, trauma-informed yoga, mindfulness, and art therapy, I offer my clients the opportunity to develop coping strategies and foster personal growth, emotional well-being, and resilience.
As a clinical counsellor and art therapist, I support clients dealing with anxiety, depression, body image dissatisfaction, relational issues, and life transitions. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for expressing their challenges. I address the root causes of emotional difficulties, guiding them towards a positive body image and navigating relationships. Integrating evidence-based modalities with holistic ones like restorative yoga, trauma-informed yoga, mindfulness, and art therapy, I offer my clients the opportunity to develop coping strategies and foster personal growth, emotional well-being, and resilience.
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Dr. Bayanzadeh Counselling Services
Registered Social Worker, PhD, RCC, RSW, CCC
Verified Verified
West Vancouver, BC V7T (Online Only)
I have had the privilege of knowing and working with a great number of individuals and families with varying levels of life challenges including: relationships issues, all types of emotional disturbances and alcohol & substance use problems. I trust that my accumulated repertoire of psychological methods and techniques along with my sincere desire to help will ensure effective and satisfactory services for my clients.
I have had the privilege of knowing and working with a great number of individuals and families with varying levels of life challenges including: relationships issues, all types of emotional disturbances and alcohol & substance use problems. I trust that my accumulated repertoire of psychological methods and techniques along with my sincere desire to help will ensure effective and satisfactory services for my clients.
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I'm a Registered Clinical Counselor with 15+ years' expertise, providing therapeutic support to individuals, youth, couples, and families. My focus goes beyond symptom treatment; I help individuals achieve personal therapeutic goals. With specialized training, I excel in assisting couples and families in crises. Leading impactful group therapy sessions and conducting workshops, I foster positive changes, guiding clients towards an optimistic lifestyle. Over years of practice, I've honed skills in creating connections, helping clients navigate challenges, and promoting higher well-being.
I'm a Registered Clinical Counselor with 15+ years' expertise, providing therapeutic support to individuals, youth, couples, and families. My focus goes beyond symptom treatment; I help individuals achieve personal therapeutic goals. With specialized training, I excel in assisting couples and families in crises. Leading impactful group therapy sessions and conducting workshops, I foster positive changes, guiding clients towards an optimistic lifestyle. Over years of practice, I've honed skills in creating connections, helping clients navigate challenges, and promoting higher well-being.
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Pegah believes in the unlimited potential and the power that we all share as a human being. I believe the major reason that individuals would encounter barriers and gridlocks in the process of accessing their potentials and internal resources is the primary context as well as their current one. Therefore, I provide my clients with my full presence and genuine support during their journey of self-discovery and actualization of their unique gift and potential that embedded in each of us since our birth.
Pegah believes in the unlimited potential and the power that we all share as a human being. I believe the major reason that individuals would encounter barriers and gridlocks in the process of accessing their potentials and internal resources is the primary context as well as their current one. Therefore, I provide my clients with my full presence and genuine support during their journey of self-discovery and actualization of their unique gift and potential that embedded in each of us since our birth.
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Nurturing a healthier, kinder relationship with all of your parts can be challenging, particularly if you have experienced trauma within your relationships. When we have experiences that mimic and reinforce the old thoughts, feelings and assumptions that we have always had about ourselves and/or others we can feel stuck, uncertain, scared or angry. We want to get out of these loops and free ourselves from the limiting beliefs and patterns that have misdirected us. Contrary to how it may feel at times, these are realistic goals!
Nurturing a healthier, kinder relationship with all of your parts can be challenging, particularly if you have experienced trauma within your relationships. When we have experiences that mimic and reinforce the old thoughts, feelings and assumptions that we have always had about ourselves and/or others we can feel stuck, uncertain, scared or angry. We want to get out of these loops and free ourselves from the limiting beliefs and patterns that have misdirected us. Contrary to how it may feel at times, these are realistic goals!
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“Our sorrows and wounds are healed only when we touch them with compassion”. Welcome to my page. My Name is Yegi Nasseri and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor offering counselling services to individuals, couples and families. It takes courage to reach out to someone, share personal stories and feel unsure about the counselling process. My own life experiences and previous counselling practices have enabled me to interact and assist individuals and families on issues ranging from trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety and anger management to interpersonal relationship difficulties and substance abuse.
“Our sorrows and wounds are healed only when we touch them with compassion”. Welcome to my page. My Name is Yegi Nasseri and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor offering counselling services to individuals, couples and families. It takes courage to reach out to someone, share personal stories and feel unsure about the counselling process. My own life experiences and previous counselling practices have enabled me to interact and assist individuals and families on issues ranging from trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety and anger management to interpersonal relationship difficulties and substance abuse.
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I know there are times when it feels as if you are sitting in a dark space, waiting for a glimpse of joy. You may be seeking it in your job, income, relationships, or a variety of other external sources; and yet, it seems unreachable. Growing up with several traumas and experiencing severe depression led me to seek my identity in a high profile title in society. As a lawyer with a Master’s degree, I was not happy. Then I faced the tragic loss of my beloved friend. This pain, shook my belief system: How could I live, despite life's difficulties? Life showed me that painful experiences will always open doors to new paths.
I know there are times when it feels as if you are sitting in a dark space, waiting for a glimpse of joy. You may be seeking it in your job, income, relationships, or a variety of other external sources; and yet, it seems unreachable. Growing up with several traumas and experiencing severe depression led me to seek my identity in a high profile title in society. As a lawyer with a Master’s degree, I was not happy. Then I faced the tragic loss of my beloved friend. This pain, shook my belief system: How could I live, despite life's difficulties? Life showed me that painful experiences will always open doors to new paths.
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Dr. Jen Spry - BC Councelling Psychology Center
Registered Social Worker, PsyD, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Vancouver, BC V7V
Affordable $50/99$ pricing. Maybe you are struggling with overwhelming emotions, relationship dynamics, unresolved trauma, or the uncertainty of continual transitions in your life. You do not have to begin and navigate the path to wellness alone. I am here to be nonjudgmental, objective and can offer perspective, a wealth of knowledge, and support to you on your path forward. You will set the direction and pace of our work towards wellness. My Wholistic Approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Hypnotherapy, and Mindfulness combined with powerful non-traditional healing modalities and concepts from quantum physics.
Affordable $50/99$ pricing. Maybe you are struggling with overwhelming emotions, relationship dynamics, unresolved trauma, or the uncertainty of continual transitions in your life. You do not have to begin and navigate the path to wellness alone. I am here to be nonjudgmental, objective and can offer perspective, a wealth of knowledge, and support to you on your path forward. You will set the direction and pace of our work towards wellness. My Wholistic Approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Hypnotherapy, and Mindfulness combined with powerful non-traditional healing modalities and concepts from quantum physics.
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Ashleigh Gold
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, BSc, RCC, RP(q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Vancouver, BC V7V (Online Only)
I believe everyone possesses the natural ability and strength to grow, change, and heal. By providing a safe and collaborative space for thoughtful conversation, I focuses on understanding your struggle through your eyes.
I believe everyone possesses the natural ability and strength to grow, change, and heal. By providing a safe and collaborative space for thoughtful conversation, I focuses on understanding your struggle through your eyes.
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Jessie Bian-Jie Chen
Counsellor, MCP, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Vancouver, BC V7V (Online Only)
Jessie, also known as Bian-Jie (本潔), is a first-generation Taiwanese-Canadian clinical counselor who feels privileged to accompany her clients on their healing journeys. Employing a client-centered collaborative approach, Jessie endeavors to support her clients in achieving their goals. With years of experience in the field, she specializes in working with young adults and adults, addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, immigration, bicultural experiences, and self-image concerns. Additionally, Jessie has expertise in working with neurotypical populations, particularly
Jessie, also known as Bian-Jie (本潔), is a first-generation Taiwanese-Canadian clinical counselor who feels privileged to accompany her clients on their healing journeys. Employing a client-centered collaborative approach, Jessie endeavors to support her clients in achieving their goals. With years of experience in the field, she specializes in working with young adults and adults, addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, immigration, bicultural experiences, and self-image concerns. Additionally, Jessie has expertise in working with neurotypical populations, particularly
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in West Vancouver, BC
200+
Average cost per session
$150
Counsellors in West Vancouver, BC who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
84% | Depression |
82% | Relationship Issues |
78% | Stress |
76% | Self Esteem |
69% | Trauma and PTSD |
69% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
56% | SunLife |
47% | Pacific Blue Cross |
40% | Other |
How Counsellors in West Vancouver, BC see their clients
72% | In Person and Online | |
28% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
80% | Female | |
18% | Male | |
2% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in West Vancouver?
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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Learn more about how to find a therapist
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.