Therapists Offering Free Consultations in Vancouver
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The connection between you and your therapist is the most important factor for a positive therapy experience. Explore the list of Vancouver counsellors providing free consultations below – view therapist profiles, watch video clips to get a feel for what to expect during a session, and schedule a free consultation. The only commitment is to yourself.
Therapists
Ariella Boehm
Registered Psychotherapist
Virtual Sessions in ON, AB, BC, MB, NL, NT, NU, SK, and YT.
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Ariella Boehm
Registered Psychotherapist
she/her
ADHD, Anxiety, Familial and social relationships, Anger Management, Boundaries and boundary setting, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Confidence, Court Mandated Counselling, Dealing with difficult or narcissistic personalities, Effective communication, Family issues, Goal Setting, Intergenerational trauma, Interpersonal dynamics, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Maternal mental health, Motivation, Navigating challenging relationships, Negative thinking and ruminating, Parenting, Personal Growth, Relationships, Self-Criticism, Self-esteem, Self-Regulation, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal)
ADHD, Anxiety, Familial and social relationships, Anger Management, Boundaries and boundary setting, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Confidence, Court Mandated Counselling, Dealing with difficult or narcissistic personalities, Effective communication, Family issues, Goal Setting, Intergenerational trauma, Interpersonal dynamics, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Maternal mental health, Motivation, Navigating challenging relationships, Negative thinking and ruminating, Parenting, Personal Growth, Relationships, Self-Criticism, Self-esteem, Self-Regulation, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal)
Aditi Pathare
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Virtual Sessions in BC.
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Aditi Pathare
Registered Clinical Counsellor
she/her
BIPOC, LGBTQ2IA+, Relationships, Anxiety, Confidence, Attachment wounds, Creativity, Depression, Befriending the Nervous System, Emotional regulation, Identity and Self-Exploration, Grief and Loss, Mental Decolonization, Self-esteem, Trauma
BIPOC, LGBTQ2IA+, Relationships, Anxiety, Confidence, Attachment wounds, Creativity, Depression, Befriending the Nervous System, Emotional regulation, Identity and Self-Exploration, Grief and Loss, Mental Decolonization, Self-esteem, Trauma
Amanda Webster-Singh
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Amanda Webster-Singh
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
ADHD, Anxiety, Neurodiversity, Anger, Negative thinking and ruminating, Imposter syndrome, Perfectionism, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Stress, Confidence, People pleasing, Burnout, Cultural Challenges, Identity and Self-Exploration, Depression
ADHD, Anxiety, Neurodiversity, Anger, Negative thinking and ruminating, Imposter syndrome, Perfectionism, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Stress, Confidence, People pleasing, Burnout, Cultural Challenges, Identity and Self-Exploration, Depression
Kristin Michie
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Kristin Michie
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
she/her
Anger, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Building Meaningful Connections, Building Self-Care Routines, College or University Coaching, Childhood trauma, Decision making, OCD, Depression, Anxiety, Coming out and identity, Emotional Fluidity, Emotional Numbness, Emotional regulation, Existential questions, Grief and Loss, Health anxiety, Infertility, Infidelity, Imposter syndrome, Women's Health, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Trauma processing
Anger, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Building Meaningful Connections, Building Self-Care Routines, College or University Coaching, Childhood trauma, Decision making, OCD, Depression, Anxiety, Coming out and identity, Emotional Fluidity, Emotional Numbness, Emotional regulation, Existential questions, Grief and Loss, Health anxiety, Infertility, Infidelity, Imposter syndrome, Women's Health, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Trauma processing
Jordan Kritzinger
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Jordan Kritzinger
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Assertiveness, Boundaries and boundary setting, Burnout, Confidence, Depression, Emotional regulation, Grief and Loss, Identity and Self-Exploration, Imposter syndrome, Life transitions, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Men's issues, Meaning and purpose, Mindfulness, Motivation, Pain management, Perfectionism, Problematic video gaming, PTSD, Relationships, Spirituality, Trauma
ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Assertiveness, Boundaries and boundary setting, Burnout, Confidence, Depression, Emotional regulation, Grief and Loss, Identity and Self-Exploration, Imposter syndrome, Life transitions, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Men's issues, Meaning and purpose, Mindfulness, Motivation, Pain management, Perfectionism, Problematic video gaming, PTSD, Relationships, Spirituality, Trauma
Vanessa Liu
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Virtual Sessions in ON, NT, YT, NU, AB, BC, NL, and SK.
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Vanessa Liu
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Cultural Challenges, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Attachment trauma, Anger, Attachment, Childhood trauma, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Emotional regulation, Relationship anxiety
Cultural Challenges, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Attachment trauma, Anger, Attachment, Childhood trauma, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Emotional regulation, Relationship anxiety
Tanya Deutsch
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Virtual Sessions in BC.
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Tanya Deutsch
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Trauma, Stress, Social anxiety, Career guidance, ADHD, Burnout, Caregivers, Chronic Illness, Depression, Anxiety, Familial and social relationships, Highly Sensitive Person, Grief and Loss, Shadow Work, Confidence, Self-esteem, Self-Development, Attachment wounds, Family issues, Imposter syndrome, Interpersonal dynamics, Life transitions, People pleasing, Perfectionism
Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Trauma, Stress, Social anxiety, Career guidance, ADHD, Burnout, Caregivers, Chronic Illness, Depression, Anxiety, Familial and social relationships, Highly Sensitive Person, Grief and Loss, Shadow Work, Confidence, Self-esteem, Self-Development, Attachment wounds, Family issues, Imposter syndrome, Interpersonal dynamics, Life transitions, People pleasing, Perfectionism
Sabrina De Araujo
Registered Social Worker
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Sabrina De Araujo
Registered Social Worker
Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, ADHD, Assertiveness, Attachment trauma, Befriending the Nervous System, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Burnout, Couples, Dating challenges, Effective communication, Depression coping skills, Identity and Self-Exploration, Interpersonal dynamics, General Mental Health, Maternal mental health, Nervous system regulation, Grief and Loss, Familial and social relationships, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Self-esteem, Self-Criticism, People pleasing, Perfectionism, Mind-body connection
Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, ADHD, Assertiveness, Attachment trauma, Befriending the Nervous System, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Burnout, Couples, Dating challenges, Effective communication, Depression coping skills, Identity and Self-Exploration, Interpersonal dynamics, General Mental Health, Maternal mental health, Nervous system regulation, Grief and Loss, Familial and social relationships, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Self-esteem, Self-Criticism, People pleasing, Perfectionism, Mind-body connection
Dylan Fry
Registered Professional Counsellor - Provisional
Virtual Sessions in all provinces and territories.
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Dylan Fry
Registered Professional Counsellor - Provisional
he/him
Anxiety, Attachment, Attachment wounds, Attachment trauma, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Break-up recovery, Building Meaningful Connections, Childhood trauma, Chronic Illness, Depression, Grief and Loss, Mind-body connection, Personal Growth, Relationships
Anxiety, Attachment, Attachment wounds, Attachment trauma, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Break-up recovery, Building Meaningful Connections, Childhood trauma, Chronic Illness, Depression, Grief and Loss, Mind-body connection, Personal Growth, Relationships
Christine Scovell
Registered Psychotherapist
Virtual Sessions in ON.
Waitlist
Christine Scovell
Registered Psychotherapist
she/her
Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Assertiveness, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Building Meaningful Connections, Burnout, Caregiver burnout, Confidence, Conflict resolution, Connecting with your Inherent Power, Depression, Effective communication, Emotional regulation, Grief and Loss, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Mindfulness, Navigating challenging relationships, Negative thinking and ruminating, Relationships, Stress, Trauma, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Wellness Counselling
Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Assertiveness, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Building Meaningful Connections, Burnout, Caregiver burnout, Confidence, Conflict resolution, Connecting with your Inherent Power, Depression, Effective communication, Emotional regulation, Grief and Loss, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Mindfulness, Navigating challenging relationships, Negative thinking and ruminating, Relationships, Stress, Trauma, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Wellness Counselling
Mariya Garnet
Pre-Licensed Professional
Virtual Sessions in ON, BC, AB, SK, MB, NL, YT, NT, and NU.
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Mariya Garnet
Pre-Licensed Professional
She/Her
Existential questions, Spirituality, Somatic Therapy, Addiction, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Trauma, Shadow Work, Self-esteem, Self-Development, Assertiveness, Attachment wounds, Break-up recovery, Childhood trauma, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Connecting with your Inherent Power, Depression, Identity and Self-Exploration, Rewilding & Reclaiming the Wild Feminine, Psychedelic therapy, Nature-Based Spirituality, People pleasing, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Intergenerational trauma, Relationships, Emotional Numbness
Existential questions, Spirituality, Somatic Therapy, Addiction, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Trauma, Shadow Work, Self-esteem, Self-Development, Assertiveness, Attachment wounds, Break-up recovery, Childhood trauma, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Connecting with your Inherent Power, Depression, Identity and Self-Exploration, Rewilding & Reclaiming the Wild Feminine, Psychedelic therapy, Nature-Based Spirituality, People pleasing, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Intergenerational trauma, Relationships, Emotional Numbness
Nicole Lobo
Registered Psychotherapist
Virtual Sessions in ON, BC, SK, MB, NL, and YT.
Waitlist
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Nicole Lobo
Registered Psychotherapist
she/her
Parenting, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Burnout, Attachment, Assertiveness, Borderline Personality Disorder, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Self-Care Routines, Break-up recovery, Confidence, Couples Therapy, Dating challenges, Emotional regulation, Familial and social relationships, Family issues, Family Conflict, Women's Health, Workplace stress, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Supervising qualifying therapists, Stress, Social anxiety, Self-Development, Relationships, Pregnancy, Postnatal Care
Parenting, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Burnout, Attachment, Assertiveness, Borderline Personality Disorder, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Self-Care Routines, Break-up recovery, Confidence, Couples Therapy, Dating challenges, Emotional regulation, Familial and social relationships, Family issues, Family Conflict, Women's Health, Workplace stress, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Supervising qualifying therapists, Stress, Social anxiety, Self-Development, Relationships, Pregnancy, Postnatal Care
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Frequently asked therapy questions
What happens during a free consultation with a therapist?
During a free consultation, you'll have a brief chat with a potential therapist to see if you click. It's like a mini-meeting where you share what's on your mind, your goals for therapy, and get a feel for the therapist's style and approach. They'll also explain how they work, what you can expect from sessions, and answer any questions you might have. It's a no-pressure way to explore if you two are a good match.
How long is a free consultation? Is it online or over the phone?
Free consultations typically last about 15 minutes and are conducted on the same platform you'd use for regular sessions (for example, online consultations will happen online).
Are there any specific questions I should ask during a free consultation?
Some questions can include:
- What is your experience or training with my specific issues or concerns?
- What approach or techniques do you use in therapy sessions?
- What is your policy around scheduling appointments, cancellations, and fees?
- Anything else I should know about you as a person or as a therapist?
What should I be ready to talk about during the consultation?
Get ready to touch on why you're seeking therapy and what you're aiming to accomplish. Opening up about any important personal background or current struggles will give the therapist a clearer picture of what you need. This chat helps them tailor their approach to suit you best, setting the stage for a productive therapy journey.
Can I schedule free consultations with multiple therapists?
Scheduling free consultations with a few therapists to compare is an accepted practice. It’s all about finding the best fit for you, and therapists understand this. Think of it as doing your homework to ensure you’re making the best choice for your mental health journey.
How will I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
In a free consultation, you'll sense if a therapist is right for you by how comfortable you feel talking with them. Notice if they listen well, understand your needs, and their approach resonates with you. It's about gut feeling as much as it is about their expertise and how they propose to help. Also, consider if their availability, cost, and communication style align with what works for you.
What are the next steps if I want to start full-length therapy sessions?
If you're feeling good after your free consultation and you're ready to dive into regular sessions, just let the therapist know you'd like to start. Together, you'll discuss and agree on the frequency of sessions, set up a schedule, go over payment details, and any other logistics.
What happens if I decide not to continue with a therapist after the free consultation?
If you decide not to move forward, that's totally fine. Therapy is a deeply personal journey, and it's important to find the right match. Remember, you're not committed to anything just by having a free consultation. It's all about what feels right for you.
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