Therapists in Burnaby, BC
Browse therapists in Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Alana Bodell
Pre-Licensed Professional, MACP Candidate
Alana is completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. She has spent the last 8 years working in the helping profession, where she supports her clients with a variety of issues, such as relationship challenges, trauma, low self-worth, anxiety, and depression.
Alana brings warmth, humour, and a non-judgmental presence to promote a space where the client can feel supported and grow. Grounded in a person-centred approach, she believes it is important to foster a strong and trusting relationship between the client and counsellor. Her approach incorporates various modalities to tailor treatment to the client's specific needs and beliefs.
0 Years Experience
Online in Burnaby, BC (Online Only)
Ferzana Jamani
Counsellor/Therapist, BA, RTC
I want you to know me beyond my credentials. I grew up feeling invisible and inadequate, struggling with anxiety and low mood, and limiting beliefs that tainted my relationships. It took volunteering and self-reflection to recognize my own worth and seek help. It was a journey of healing for me too, as I confronted my insecurities and found connection and purpose and my dedication in serving others. Now, as a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor, I’m committed to guiding you with care and compassion. Therapy with me consists of transpersonal and somatic techniques focusing on your growth, emotional experiences and connecting your body and mind. Together we will explore your inner emotional experiences to help you repair the pain you have experienced and support you in feeling seen, heard and ultimately thrive, honouring your pace and vulnerabilities every step of the way.
I offer personalized sessions to address your unique needs, fostering insight and resilience. In a safe and supportive space, I provide active listening and empathy to build trust. Equipping you with tools for stress management, communication, and self-esteem, we navigate challenges together. Taking the first step toward therapy can be transformative; I invite you to schedule a FREE introductory consultation. Let’s unlock your potential and create positive change, empowering you to embrace the life you deserve.
3 Years Experience
In-Person in Burnaby, BC
Online in Burnaby, BC
David McAlinden
Pre-Licensed Professional, MACP Candidate, Yorkville University
I know reaching out for therapy can feel uncomfortable, especially if you’re used to carrying things on your own or trying to push through everything yourself. You might not even fully know how to explain what’s wrong yet, only that something feels heavy, overwhelming, or difficult to manage alone.
My approach is warm, calm, and non-judgmental. I want therapy to feel like a space where you can speak openly, slow things down, and feel genuinely heard without pressure to have everything figured out right away. Whether you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, or feeling stuck in ways that are leaving you emotionally drained, I aim to work alongside you at a pace that feels comfortable and meaningful for you.
0 Years Experience
Online in Burnaby, BC (Online Only)
Kim Alscher
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RCC
As a highly sensitive therapist, I offer a warm, attuned presence and a deep capacity to notice the subtleties of a client’s emotional world. I tend to process information thoughtfully and reflectively, which allows for a patient, mindful approach that helps people feel genuinely seen, understood, and safe enough to explore vulnerable parts of their experience. Most of my therapeutic focus areas are intentionally chosen—they reflect experiences I understand personally and have spent years studying, integrating, and applying in meaningful ways. Because of this you can be assured that I am able to meet you where you are at, with sincerity and a dose of genuine humour, listening deeply, noticing subtle patterns and shifts, and encouraging steps forward in a gentle but challenging way.
17 Years Experience
In-Person in Burnaby, BC V5C 0K4
Online in Burnaby, BC
Chris Russell
Counsellor/Therapist, BA Psych, high honours, RCC
I am here for those in need, seeking wisdom and guidance with Love and Honesty. I have over three decades of experience in helping people understand their emotions, fears and psychic blocks towards success in relationships as well as personal success in life. Your first step is reaching out to someone, like myself; the second step is the inner work of self discovery, and honest acceptance of past pains and disappointments. Then the work towards change and growth and healing begins.
30 Years Experience
In-Person in Burnaby, BC V5G 3P6
Online in Burnaby, BC
Rawda Tomoum
Counsellor/Therapist, RCC, CCC, CGT
Our wounds show up in our relationships — social, professional, intimate, and even with ourselves. Through our work together, I can help you address these wounds at their core so that your healing is deep and profound and leaves a lasting impact. Life will always throw curve balls at you, but you can be stronger and happier from the inside, out — not just on the surface. I've helped many struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, 1st or 2nd-generation immigrant experience, relationship conflict, communication challenges, rebuilding trust and connection, and the complexities of multicultural relationships and the different in-law dynamics and expectations. And if you're not sure what the issue is exactly, I can help you figure that out. I aim to make therapy as impactful as possible while keeping the experience as light as possible by blending warmth with a directness and practicality. We can work in English or Arabic - with an Egyptian flavor!
5 Years Experience
Online in Burnaby, BC (Online Only)
Bill Arbuckle
Therapist, MCP, RCC
Whatever happened to you, something covered the authentic you. Let's find it.
You've been managing. Keeping it together. Showing up for everyone who needs you, handling what needs to be handled, and quietly wondering why it still feels like something is missing or wrong.
Maybe you've survived something hard. Maybe you can't quite name what's weighing on you, but you feel it. Maybe life looks fine from the outside, and that almost makes it harder to explain.
I became a therapist because I know what it feels like to need support and not receive it. I also know what it feels like to finally find it, and how much that changes everything. My own experience with trauma, addiction, and recovery shapes how I show up: with genuine warmth, without judgment, and with a deep belief that people can move forward no matter how stuck they feel right now.
I work with an integrative, person-centered approach and view anxiety, depression, and addiction by looking at underlying trauma. I want to find the root with you and heal the problem, not just manage symptoms.
Of course, how struggles show up is different for everyone, I don't believe there can be one-size-fits-all solutions. I listen to your story, understand you through how you survived, and work with you on the patterns that keep showing up. I want to truly listen and help you ask, and answer, "What do you really want now?"
If you've been waiting for a sign to reach out, this is it. I'd love to hear from you.
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near Burnaby, BC
Online in Burnaby, BC
Kristen Bailey Counselling
Counsellor/Therapist, Masters of Arts Counselling Psychology
I truly love helping people have a better relationship with themselves (and those around them as a side effect) and be able to make more conscious choices in their life and believe in what I have learned both personally and professionally to help people get there. Over my time as a therapist (and in going through my own journey) I have seen how that what brings people toward truly feeling better is learning to be more self compassionate, building acceptance of their own story and how it has affected their life and developing a more neutral relationship with the thoughts and feelings that they experience.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Burnaby, BC
Online in Burnaby, BC
Dave Vass
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Clinical Counsellor: RCC
Do you often feel like it's up to you to keep the peace in relationships or get things done? You may be conscientious, dependable, and committed to doing things “the right way,” while privately experiencing stress, exhaustion, self-criticism, or disconnection.
If you identify with Type C traits, you may prioritize others, avoid conflict, keep difficult emotions to yourself, and feel pressure to continually accomplish more. While these qualities can reflect strength and integrity, they may also contribute to burnout, chronic stress or pain, disrupted sleep, relationship difficulties, and feeling dissatisfied despite your achievements.
I support high-functioning adults who want to maintain their values and sense of purpose while developing greater balance, self-compassion, and emotional well-being. Our collaborative, trauma-informed work may focus on boundaries, communication, stress management, self-criticism, sleep, chronic pain, emotional expression, or relationships.
Together, we’ll develop practical strategies tailored to your goals so you can protect your energy, strengthen connections, and create lasting change—without losing who you are. Contact me for a free 15-minute consultation to explore whether we’re a good fit.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Burnaby, BC
Online in Burnaby, BC
GrewpTogether.ca
Pre-Licensed Professional, BPHE, MRE, MACP
I've launched "GREWP". It builds community, connection, and is for anyone 35 years and up. Coming together with the intention of gain more self-trust, confidence, and a new path forward instead of feeling "always on", burned out, or consumed with thoughts. We tackle it all in a group therapy format - offered both online and in-person to those local to Vancouver. I'm proud of how Grewp allows for affordable, consistent support while also being modern, helpful, relevant to busy lifestyles and budgets while at the same time building community.
1 Years Experience
In-Person Near Burnaby, BC
Online in Burnaby, BC
Burnaby is one of Metro Vancouver's most populous municipalities — home to Simon Fraser University and BCIT, and housing the headquarters of Electronic Arts Canada alongside major Telus offices and other technology employers — creating a therapy demand shaped by tech-sector burnout, academic stress, and a highly multicultural population that includes large Chinese, South Korean, Iranian, and South Asian communities. SFU and BCIT generate significant student mental health demand and clinical training pipelines that feed into the local therapy community. Burnaby Hospital and nearby Royal Columbian Hospital in New Westminster provide institutional mental health resources alongside a growing private practice community that serves residents increasingly priced out of Vancouver proper. Many Burnaby residents access the broader Metro Vancouver therapy ecosystem, and the relative proximity to Vancouver means specialist care is generally accessible.
Burnaby, BC therapists Statistics
Therapists in Burnaby, BC average 11 years of experience and charge around $166 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (86%), Depression (69%), and Self Esteem (65%).
Average years in practice
11 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$166
Accept insurance
64%
Offer sliding scale
52%
Gender ID
| 73% |
Female |
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| 24% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 1% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
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| 42% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 86% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 69% | Depression |
| 65% | Self Esteem |
| 65% | Stress |
| 60% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 56% | Loss or Grief |
| 48% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 71% | Young Adult |
| 54% | Senior |
| 47% | Teen |
| 15% | Children |
Client Focus
| 59% | Women |
| 48% | Men |
| 40% | LGBTQ+ |
| 30% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 28% | Christian |