Pacific Islander therapists in Burnaby, British Columbia BC, Canada CA
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Serving Pacific Islander
Aliya Amarshi
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD (Sociology)
I offer warm, attuned, and inclusive online therapy for adults navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, and the complexities of identity, family, and work. My approach integrates Gestalt, IFS (parts work), and somatic strategies to support nervous system regulation and deeper self-understanding. I hold space for the full range of your experience—without judgment—and tailor our work to what feels most supportive and effective for you. Healing, to me, is not just personal—it’s also a step toward creating a more compassionate world.
6 Years Experience
Online in Burnaby, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
Serving Pacific Islander
Jenny Evgenia Shigorina
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, RSW, MA
Empowering parents with practical tools and calm, compassionate support—so you can feel confident, connected, and in control at home.
20 Years Experience
Online in Burnaby, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
Serving Pacific Islander
South Fraser Counselling Services
Counsellor/Therapist, R.T.C.c Association of Cooperative Counselling Therapists of Canada
At South Fraser Counselling Services, I offer a client-centered, non-judgmental space where real change can happen. My work is shaped by both professional training and lived experience, allowing me to connect with those facing substance use, grief, anxiety, and life transitions.
I work alongside you at your pace, helping you build insight, strengthen coping, and move toward a more stable and meaningful life.
4 Years Experience
In-Person Near Burnaby, BC
Online in Burnaby, BC British Columbia
Serving Pacific Islander
Rose laure Agbazan
Hypnotherapist, Clinical hypnotherapist, Clinical Aromatherapist CAHP
I work with individuals who look capable on the outside but feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or never quite “enough” on the inside.
My approach is rooted in one core belief: healing begins when your nervous system feels safe. Many of the struggles my clients carry — anxiety, overachievement, people-pleasing, emotional shutdown, addictive coping — started as intelligent survival responses. Rather than trying to fix you, I help you understand and gently unwind the patterns that once protected you.
My work blends trauma-informed hypnotherapy with grounded, compassionate guidance. You remain aware and in control at all times. Together, we work at a pace that respects your body’s wisdom. We focus on rebuilding self-trust, strengthening emotional regulation, and cultivating a sense of inner safety that is not dependent on performance, productivity, or approval.
I am especially passionate about supporting those who have spent years proving, holding everything together, or caring for everyone else — while quietly feeling exhausted inside. You do not have to earn rest. You do not have to achieve to be worthy. Healing is not about becoming someone new. It is about returning to yourself.
If you are ready to feel steady, supported, and more at home within your own body, I would be honored to walk alongside you. Contact me for a free consultation.
0 Years Experience
In-Person Near Burnaby, BC
Online in Burnaby, BC British Columbia
Serving Pacific Islander
Manisha Grewal
Counsellor/Therapist, BA (Hons), MA, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Do you tend to replay past events in your mind over and over, and spiral into worries about the future? Do you struggle with boundaries, people-pleasing, or relationships, causing you to "overgive" to others while abandoning your own needs? Many people describe feeling like they’re moving through life on autopilot — weighed down by overthinking, low mood, or the pressure to keep everyone else happy. You might notice people-pleasing tendencies, difficulty maintaining boundaries, or a pattern of overgiving that leaves you drained, ungrounded, and disconnected from yourself. Here, you’ll find a warm, calm space where your feelings are validated and your voice genuinely matters. Together, we’ll engage in meaningful, deep processing work, explore what's fuelling your distress, and gently uncover the deeper experiences and patterns shaping your emotional world. Alongside this, we’ll build practical tools to regulate your nervous system and ease your symptoms in the present, helping you reconnect with a more empowered, resilient, and self-aware version of yourself. I bring the richness of three cultures, four languages, and the lived experience of being both a first- and third-generation immigrant. My background in the medical field also allows me to integrate physiological and psychological insight. These parts of who I am allow me to deeply empathize with the immigrant journey across generations, as well as the ways culture, family expectations, and identity can shape mental health. No matter your background or story, I aim to meet you with genuine understanding, respect, and compassion. I am a proud ally to LGBTQIA2S+ and BIPOC communities and offer inclusive, compassionate care for all backgrounds and lived experiences. If what I’ve shared resonates, we may be a good fit. If you're curious about working together, let's start with a free, no-pressure 30-min video consultation, where we can connect and chat in a calm, relaxed space.
✨ Evening and weekend appointments available
✨ Free 30-minute consultation to get started
2 Years Experience
Online in Burnaby, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
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, Telus, and other major technology companies — 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 Royal Columbian Hospital 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.
Pacific Islander therapists in Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada Statistics
Pacific Islander therapists in Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada average 11 years of experience and charge around $156 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Depression (90%), Anxiety or Fears (90%), and Stress (87%).
Average years in practice
11 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$156
Accept insurance
77%
Offer sliding scale
83%
Gender ID
| 76% |
Female |
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| 18% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 43% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 90% | Depression |
| 90% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 87% | Stress |
| 80% | Loss or Grief |
| 77% | Self Esteem |
| 77% | Anger Management |
| 70% | Body Image |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 87% | Senior |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 63% | Teen |
| 17% | Children |
Client Focus
| 100% | Pacific Islander |
| 97% | Black / African American |
| 97% | Asian |
| 97% | Women |
| 93% | LGBTQ+ |