Immigration/Acculturation Therapists

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

You deserve to be seen, heard and valued. Using a strengths-based and evidence supported approach, I support clients in finding acceptance for all parts of their identity, uncovering deeper understandings of themselves, and healing past wounds and trauma. I enjoy working with high performing, achievement-oriented individuals, on issues including perfectionism, self-doubt, anxiety, worthiness. As an Asian-Canadian and 2nd gen immigrant, I understand the complexity between mental health and cultural values. I offer support in exploring the struggles that stem from intergenerational conflicts, loss of cultural identity. Together in our work, we can uncover new insights that can lead to growth, resilience and well-being. My background in sport has also led to my interest in working with athletes and other performance-focused individuals. I help them develop mental performance skills to be able to excel in high pressure, performance environments. I am deeply committed to building a safe, non-judgemental, and trusting therapy relationship that enables you to embrace your full self and feel empowered in the pursuit of your goals.

Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada

Hi! I’m Will (he/him); a Registered Clinical Counsellor, Mental Performance Consultant and founder of Strive Counselling. My clinical roots began over the span of a decade in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, where I worked extensively with people who use drugs. A simultaneous stint working with inmates at BC Corrections has allowed me to develop not only a deeper understanding of mental health and addiction, but to also foster a greater sense of empathy and compassion for this specific community. I have also spent a significant portion of time working at Vancouver Community College, both as an instructor and as a counsellor, where I helped many students with culturally diverse backgrounds work through equally-diverse issues. As a proud Asian-Canadian, I am passionate about fostering cultural humility in my practice, and to learn about the interplay between culture and mental health. Currently, I am a member of the Mental Health Network under the Canadian Centre for Mental Health and Sport; a nationally-led organization comprised of highly-skilled mental health professionals from across Canada who specialize in various areas sports psychology. As a Mental Performance Consultant, I have had the exciting opportunity to work with high-level athletes from various organizations, including Douglas College Volleyball, The Richmond Oval’s High Performance Program, and FightStory. In our sessions, you can expect an engaged, committed, and collaborative clinician to help you reach your goals. I am keen on empowering you with tools and innate strengths that you possess to generate valuable insights and solutions to your problems. I am here to help you write your story – that is to say, to help you understand your emotions and behaviours that will allow you to create a narrative that is most meaningful for you. I am excited to help you achieve wellness and reach your potential! When I’m not seeing clients, I enjoy an active lifestyle predominantly occupied by practicing martial arts, including Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and boxing. I also enjoy creative expression through playing the violin with my music group, and I seek tranquility in tending to my freshwater aquariums. I am a proud father of an enthusiastic girl, and husband to an unconditionally supportive wife.

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

I am a first(ish) generation Canadian, originally from western Ukraine. I work primarily with folks who moved to Canada or have family that has moved to Canada from other places. The clients that find me a good fit want somebody who is comfortable with diverse perspectives, and is somebody they can connect with, versus strictly being someone who provides educational resources and exercises. This is what I strive to be as a therapist, to "get" my clients and where they are coming from, so that our work together is anchored in understanding and trust. My practice is highly influenced by attachment theory, relational/interpersonal therapy and family systems theory. This means that we look at struggles you're facing not only on an individual level, but also with the goal of helping you find relationships of care and support in your everyday life. If you're interested in working with me, reach out and I'd be happy to schedule a free consultation call with you.