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Vanessa Liu
Vanessa Liu is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) who takes a person-centered approach, creating space to explore what feels important at your own pace. She believes the best person to know you is yourself and emphasizes curiosity, understanding, and care over strict agendas. Vanessa is deeply committed to knowing clients on a personal level and honoring their unique perspectives and experiences. Clients describe her sessions as supportive and pressure-free, with a focus on uncovering core values and inner voice. She has a special interest in helping people recognize the emotions and patterns underlying their challenges. Vanessa invites you to take that first step into therapy.
- How family, culture, and life experiences shape who we are and how we relate to ourselves and others
- How transitions, whether in identity, work, or personal life, can bring both growth and challenge
- Second-generation Chinese Canadian, and growing up within this culture has shaped how I understand family, identity, and the expectations we face. This perspective helps me relate to how culture and tradition influence our lives and the choices we make.
- Compassionate, empathetic, and warm
- Curious, reflective, and attentive
- Supportive and encouraging
- Understanding, patient, and nonjudgmental
Expertise
Areas of Focus
- Young and mid-career adults
- Professionals navigating life transitions
- Individuals reflecting on identity and personal growth
- People managing family or cultural expectations
- Those seeking support around stress, belonging, and self-understanding.
- You want a supportive space to explore your identity, navigate life transitions, or reflect on personal growth
- You're managing stress, family or cultural expectations, or challenges at work or in relationships
- You simply want to feel understood and heard without judgment.
Therapeutic Frameworks & Approach
- Supported, seen, and understood
Populations Served
Practice Details
Service Offerings & Rates
- What brings you to therapy, your goals, and the challenges you’re currently facing.
- Any questions you may have
- Seeing if we're a good fit for each other
- Listen deeply, offer support and guidance, and help you explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment.
- Work with you toward clarity and personal growth
Insurance & Benefits Coverage
Schedule
In Person Sessions
Virtual Sessions
More Info
Education
Yorkville University
Masters of Counselling Psychology
2025
McMaster University
Bachelors of Social Psychology
2018
Certifications
Languages
Booking FAQ
First Session charges each session directly to your credit card. Once each session occurs, and your card is charged, you will receive a PDF receipt to your email with all of the details you will need to get reimbursed (therapist name, license/designation, license number, address, etc). You can then submit the receipt to your insurance company for reimbursement.
You are the expert when it comes to knowing who is the right fit. Ensure you’ve watched the therapist video at the top of their profile and see if you get a good feeling from the message and the energy they are putting out. If you feel drawn to speak with them, listen to your gut! Booking a free consultation is a great first step to asses fit.