Ryan Yellowlees
Registered Clinical Counsellor
- He/Him/His
- $100/session
- Virtual Sessions in select regions.
Meet Ryan
My experiences and interests give me a unique understanding of…
Living with a chronic illness.
Disability rights and advocacy, through my work as a disability activist and board member of Every Canadian Counts.
Using Disability Justice, narrative, person-centred, and strength-based counselling perspectives.
Providing support for disability discrimination, ableism, chronic illness, physical disability, and caregiver stress, alongside general adult mental health concerns.
My clients describe me using words like…
Genuine
Honest
Empathetic
Passionate
Empowering
Expertise
Areas of Focus
Specializations
- Disability
- Chronic Illness
- Caregivers
By category
- Disability
- Chronic and acute illness
- Chronic Illness
- Physical Disability
My clients often self-identify as…
Disability and chronic illness communities
General population 16+
Young adults
University/college students
Men
Single mothers
Therapeutic Frameworks & Approach
- Humanistic Therapy
- Disability Justice
If we work together you can expect to feel…
More confident and empowered in yourself and your choices.
Able to advocate for yourself and stand up for your rights.
Supported in setting and maintaining healthy boundaries.
Capable of achieving goals that you never thought you would accomplish.
Populations Served
- Adults (18+)
Practice Details
Service Offerings & Rates
- Initial ConsultationFree
- Individual Session$100Sliding scale offered on case by case basis
During your free consultation, we’ll go over…
Answer any questions you may have.
If we work together you can expect me to…
Support you in finding empowerment to live a fuller, more authentic, and meaningful life.
Help you connect with your inner strength and resources.
See you as whole, just as you are—including if you're living with a health condition or disability.
Challenge negative narratives and support you in resisting injustice in your life.
Reject pathologizing models that treat people as problems to be fixed.
Honour your experiences beyond a diagnosis or label—because you are so much more than that.
Insurance & Benefits Coverage
Coverage depends on the insurance plan. Check with your insurance provider to see if your plan covers one of the listed designations.
- Registered Clinical Counsellor
For insurance purposes, this therapist’s home province is British Columbia.
Virtual Sessions
Eligible provinces and territories are highlighted in green.
- British Columbia
- Alberta
More Info
Education
City University Seattle - Victoria BC
Master of Counselling · 2023
University of Victoria
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology · 2019
Certifications
Vancouver School of Narrative Therapy
Narrative Therapy Foundations II Certificate · 2025
Vancouver School of Narrative Therapy
Narrative Therapy Foundations I Certificate · 2025
Languages
English
Booking FAQ
Does Ryan offer direct billing with my insurance? Or how does payment work?
First Session charges each session directly to your credit card. Once each session occurs and your card is charged, you’ll receive a PDF receipt by email with all the details you need to get reimbursed (therapist name, designation, license number, address, etc.). You can then submit the receipt to your insurance company for reimbursement if you have coverage. We always recommend checking your coverage with your provider before booking.
How do I know if Ryan is a good fit?
You are the expert when it comes to knowing who’s the right fit. Watch the therapist’s video at the top of their profile and see whether the message and energy resonate. If you feel drawn to speak with them, listen to your gut — booking a free consultation is a great first step to assess fit.
What if I see no available times to book a session?
If the therapist is listed as accepting clients and you see no available times, it’s likely they haven’t updated their availability (sorry about that!). In this case, you can to see what times they have available.
Can I contact Ryan before booking an appointment?
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