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This form helps you find a counsellor that meets your needs. Here's how to use it:
Virtual/In-Person
- Virtual: Select this option if you're looking for online counselling sessions. Virtual counselling is available across the province, so you can choose a counsellor from any city in British Columbia
- In-Person: Select this if you want face-to-face sessions. You'll need to choose a city where the counsellor is located.
Area of Practice
Pick the main focus of the counselling you're seeking (e.g., anxiety, relationships).
City
- If you're looking for in-person counselling, select the city where you'd like to meet your counsellor
- If you're looking for virtual counselling, you can still select a specific city if you prefer working with a counsellor from that area, or leave it blank to see options form all cities in BC.
Approach Used
Choose the counselling style or method you're comfortable with (e.g., CBT, mindfulness).
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Douglas Matear is a Canadian Certified Counsellor providing Individual Counselling to adults, teens, and children. He has a Master in Counselling Psychology and a Doctor of Education in Leadership and Policy. Douglas…
*NOW ACCEPTING CREDIT CARDS, CASH, CHEQUE, OR E-TRANSFER *Over 15 years of clinical practice. Some Information about the work Clients present a number of problem areas, or life issues. Jason has experience working with…
Life can be messy, painful, and complex—but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I support individuals, couples, and groups—including LGBTQIA2S+, racialized, neurodivergent, non-monogamous, and kink folks—who are ready…
You're ready to stop feeling so overwhelmed and alone. Sometimes your emotions feel like they take over, and you find yourself reacting to life in ways that just don't feel like you. Anxiety is running the show and you…
About Me I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor born and raised in Vancouver. I have a Masters Degree in Counselling (MA) and over a decade of related experience. I've worked in diverse settings such as nonprofit, private…
I provide therapy for pre-teens, teenagers, and adults who want support with anxiety, body image, burnout, and self-esteem struggles. While these challenges may seem separate, they often stem from unwanted intrusive…
I am a psychotherapist, educator, approved clinical supervisor, and author with 20 years of experience in social work, counselling, and education. I provide virtual clinical counselling throughout British Columbia. I am…
Hello! My name is Kaitlin and I’m an RCC with the BCACC with a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counselling from the University of Nebraska-Omaha. I’m a former middle school teacher who pivoted toward mental health…
I am Registered Psychologist (#2491) in British Columbia. I enjoy working with adults on a variety of psychological concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress management, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). I…
Registered Clinical Counsellor and Approved Clinical Supervisor with over 25 years of experience as a clinician, supervisor, and educator working across public mental health, non-profit, higher education, and private…
Does your mind race, are you up in your head a lot, or do you procrastinate and struggle to realize your goals? Do you struggle with an inner critic and find that you are either overwhelmed by emotions or numb to…
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) offering counselling in Port Coquitlam, Downtown Vancouver, and online across British Columbia. I support youth, adults, and families who are struggling with anxiety…
If you’re feeling stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed, you’re not alone. Many people learn to cope by pushing through, staying busy, striving for perfection, or turning to food, substances, or distraction to get by…
NOTE: I currently provide online and in-person therapy services When life feels overwhelming, uncertain, or stuck, it can be difficult to know what direction to take or even how to make sense of what is happening. My…
My clients have described me as having a calm, kind, quiet, and confident energy. I’ve been told that I ask good and sometimes hard questions to nudge you towards the root of your struggles. I approach all things with…
About Nexus Counselling Services: A Uniquely Feminist Approach to Counselling, Coaching & Assessment Being in the nexus of something means you are right in the middle of it. Hence, easy to feel overwhelmed by the…
Sue Diamond, M.A. is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (#178) and the Director/Founder of The Good Life Therapy Centre. She has over 30 years of experience in the counseling field in a multitude of settings, including the…
Hi, my name is Rebeka and I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor at Skylark Counselling! My desire to serve the community in which I grew up in has always been important to me. I have worked at overdose prevention sites…
I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) with a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology and over 7 years of experience in the eating disorder field. I specialize in supporting individuals navigating eating disorders…
Welcome and thank you for being here! My name is Katja and I offer counselling for teens and adults living in British Columbia. I am originally from Germany, and immigrated to Canada in 2020, where I have since worked in…
I take a compassionate, authentic and non-judgmental approach when working with clients. My hope is that counselling can be a place in which you feel safe to explore yourself and your experiences, find solace and meaning…
Are you feeling stuck in the same unhelpful patterns? Is it becoming more and more difficult to live through anxiety, depression or emotional overwhelm? Reaching out can be hard, but it's the first step towards living a…
Hi, my name is Anna! I'm a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BCACC, and I have worked with a wide range of client presenting concerns, including acute, chronic, and complex trauma, depression and anxiety…
“Only in the darkness can you see the stars.” – Martin Luther King JR. Are you looking for an alternative to traditional talk therapy? If you are interested in learning psychological tools or trying experiential methods…
Hi, I’m Scott! I have worked in the counselling field for 20+ years. I have assisted children, youth, families, and adults struggling with mental health issues, substance use, trauma, anger, and grief. I use a…
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Trauma Counselling Counsellors
Trauma counselling can assist with a wide range of internal emotional reactions to devastating situations. Some people experience things as more traumatic than others, and therefore they will need help in coping the emotional burdens of an event or situation.
Stressful events such as death of a loved one, rape, abuse, accidents, divorce, violence or bullying can leave people unable to cope or process the emotional burdens. However, it is not only events linked to the individual personally, but also being a witness to events that might leave a person with post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This includes being a victim to violence or natural disasters - there is no limit to the causes of trauma.
In the case of PTSD, people can develop many different psychological reactions, as determined by their own coping skills, emotional stability and background. Symptoms of PTSD include a anger, depression, flashbacks, insomnia, nightmares, social withdrawal, loss of self esteem and confidence, and substance abuse.
It takes a strong person to have the courage to stand up and request trauma counselling. This is no time to compare yourself to other people in similar situations, but rather to recognize that everyone has a different reaction to trauma. Therefore, it is important to address the symptoms of post traumatic stress disorder as soon as possible to help you deal with emotions in a healthy way and to overcome the difficulties you are facing. Trauma counselling can help avert potentially more severe psychological disorders, that can occur if PTSD is left untreated.
If you are looking for a counsellor or psychologist who provides trauma counselling to address your posttraumatic stress management issues you may want to search the directory to find a professional whose approach will suit you best.
Trauma informed therapy is a specialized approach that acknowledges the pervasive impact of trauma on an individual's life and seeks to create a safe and supportive therapeutic environment. Our trauma informed therapists are trained to understand the complexities of trauma, recognizing its effects on the mind and body. They employ evidence-based techniques to help clients process their experiences, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and restore a sense of control and empowerment. By prioritizing safety, trust, and collaboration, trauma informed therapy aims to facilitate healing and resilience. Explore our directory to find experienced trauma informed therapists who can support your journey to recovery.