LGBTQ+ therapists in Nelson, BC
Browse LGBTQ+ therapists in Nelson, British Columbia, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Serving LGBTQ+
Theodosia Daflos
Counsellor/Therapist, MA
I have a Masters of Clinical Psychology and have completed a clinical psychology internship at Duke Medical Hospital in both outpatient and inpatient units. I have over 10 years experience seeing clients with mild to severe depression, anxiety, OCD, chronic pain and health issues, and high-conflict relationships. I provide individual and couples therapy, as well as family skills sessions where I meet with family members of my clients to teach them skills and tools to support their loved one.
15 Years Experience
Online in Nelson, BC (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Andrew Saliba
Counsellor/Therapist, CCC (Registration No. 11246757), APC (Registration No. 834ON24)
Together, I believe therapy can be both transformational and perhaps even enjoyable.
Maybe you'd like to begin working on some things, but aren't sure where to start. I believe everyone deserves a safe place to share, process, and to find inner healing. I welcome you as you are. Contact me to let me know about yourself or what you're seeking help about.
My journey has been neither easy nor straightforward, so I see the need for empathy, deep listening, and a non-judgemental approach to issues.
One of the reasons I became a counsellor was to support those with either pain from the past, questions about life, or problems that require someone who listens well and has expertise to help. My desire is to help you understand yourself better and navigate your circumstances with a sense of strength, hope, and togetherness.
2 Years Experience
Online in Nelson, BC
Serving LGBTQ+
Trickett Psychotherapy & Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapists , Counsellors
Choosing a therapist is an important decision, and finding the right fit matters. At Trickett Psychotherapy & Counselling, we provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy tailored to your unique experiences and goals. Led by Marinela Trickett, a Registered Psychotherapist with more than 20 years of clinical experience, our practice specializes in trauma, PTSD, complex trauma (CPTSD), Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), anxiety, depression, grief, chronic pain, and emotional regulation. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck in familiar patterns, or ready to begin healing, we offer a supportive, non-judgmental space where lasting change is possible. We support adults and young adults with in-person therapy in Guelph, as well as secure virtual sessions throughout Ontario.
18 Years Experience
Online in Nelson, BC
Serving LGBTQ+
Vanessa Timmons
Life Coach, ACC, CPCC, MMT
As you move through life's many phases, it can be hard to hear your own voice clearly amid everyone else’s expectations. I coach people navigating transitions. Those shifts in career, relationships, identity, and purpose. Together, we make space to take stock, reconnect with your wisdom, and discover what feels true for your next chapter. My approach brings together deep listening, compassionate inquiry, mindfulness, and reflective writing. I offer a free consultation to explore what you’re looking for and whether coaching is a good fit.
5 Years Experience
Online in Nelson, BC (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Reema Qamar
Counsellor/Therapist, MA, RCC, CCC
Our life experiences—especially those marked by adversity, trauma, loss, or difficult relationships—shape how we see ourselves, others, and the world around us. When painful experiences remain unresolved, they can contribute to anxiety, depression, self-doubt, emotional overwhelm, persistent rumination, and deeply ingrained negative thinking patterns. Many people find themselves feeling disconnected from who they truly are, struggling to trust themselves, build healthy relationships, or find peace in the present.
My passion is helping individuals reconnect with themselves, heal from the impact of adverse life experiences, and cultivate a life guided by self-compassion, resilience, and authenticity. I understand that healing is not about "getting over" what has happened—it is about understanding how your experiences have shaped you, making sense of your emotional responses, and developing new ways of thinking, feeling, and relating to yourself and others.
I believe that much of our emotional suffering arises when we struggle to reconcile the gap between our lived reality and our expectations of ourselves, others, or life itself. Over time, this struggle can lead to self-criticism, anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, and a sense of disconnection. Together, we can explore these patterns with curiosity rather than judgment, helping you move away from surviving and toward genuinely living.
Whether you are coping with the effects of childhood adversity, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, chronic stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or a persistent inner critic, I will walk alongside you with compassion, empathy, and respect. My goal is to help you gain clarity, strengthen emotional resilience, challenge unhelpful beliefs, and replace cycles of rumination and self-doubt with greater self-awareness, self-acceptance, and confidence.
I believe every individual is the expert on their own life and already possesses the capacity for growth and healing. My role is not to tell you who to become, but to create a safe, collaborative, and trusting therapeutic relationship where your strengths, values, and inner wisdom can emerge. Together, we will work at a pace that feels right for you, honouring your experiences while helping you build practical tools to navigate life's challenges with greater confidence and emotional balance.
I strive to create a warm, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment where you feel heard, understood, and supported. Therapy is a space where you can bring your whole self—your fears, hopes, struggles, and strengths—and know that you will be met with compassion, validation, and genuine care. Healing is a journey, and you do not have to walk it alone.
3 Years Experience
Online in Nelson, BC
LGBTQ+ therapists in Nelson, BC Statistics
LGBTQ+ therapists in Nelson, BC average 12 years of experience and charge around $163 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (83%), Depression (71%), and Loss or Grief (66%).
Average years in practice
12 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$163
Accept insurance
66%
Offer sliding scale
64%
Gender ID
| 69% |
Female |
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| 22% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 54% |
In Person and Online |
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| 46% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 83% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 71% | Depression |
| 66% | Loss or Grief |
| 66% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 65% | Self Esteem |
| 63% | Stress |
| 53% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 78% | Young Adult |
| 69% | Senior |
| 52% | Teen |
| 17% | Children |
Client Focus
| 100% | LGBTQ+ |
| 90% | Women |
| 75% | Men |
| 61% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 49% | Asian |