Multicultural therapists in Smithers, British Columbia BC, Canada CA
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Multicultural
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 Smithers, BC British Columbia
Multicultural
Nadia Zamzul
Registered Psychotherapist, R.P., LL.M
Frustrated by "talk therapy"? Then, you might not just be looking for a therapist—you’re looking for someone who can help you shift. Let's make sense of what’s happening deeply beneath the surface. I bring a combination of clinical depth, relational attunement, and real-world expertise to my work. With advanced training in relational psychotherapy, somatic approaches, and parts work, I help clients move beyond insight and into meaningful, lasting change.
I specialize in working with high-functioning individuals who feel stuck in patterns around self-worth, relationships, and emotional regulation. My approach is both grounded and intuitive—I don’t just listen, I track what’s happening in your nervous system, your patterns, and your relationships in real time. This allows me to gently challenge what isn’t working while creating a space that feels safe, respectful, and deeply human.
5 Years Experience
Online in Smithers, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
Multicultural
Zain Abideen
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BSc, MACP
Many people reach a point where stress, anxiety, or relationship struggles begin repeating in ways that feel confusing or overwhelming. I work with individuals and couples to understand the deeper patterns shaping their thoughts, emotions, and relationships. Therapy with me focuses on clarity, self awareness, and practical steps toward meaningful change so you can move forward with greater confidence and stability.
2 Years Experience
Online in Smithers, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
Multicultural
Our Landing Place
Therapist, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP, RCT
We are a collective of 2SLGBTQIA+ identified counsellors offering sex-positive, affirming and competent online and phone counselling across Canada (Turtle Island). We work through an anti-oppressive intersectional feminist lens.
We have a variety of levels of experience and professional qualifications on our team to suit your needs.
16 Years Experience
Online in Smithers, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
Multicultural
Frances Brown
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.Ed, MPCC, MTC
Frances Brown, M.Ed., MPCC, MTC
Couples & Individual Counsellor/Therapist
North Vancouver, BC (Offers Online Therapy)
In person & Online Therapy for Couples and Individuals:
I am a highly trained, skilled professional therapist with years of experience working with couples, individuals and groups. I help couples get close again and individuals to move through the blocks that keep you feeling stuck. I continue to update my skills through ongoing professional training and consultation and have helped hundreds of couples and individuals feel happier in their lives and relationship.
My approach includes a number of evidence-based modalities: Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples, (EFT), Bowen Family Systems Therapy, Gestalt, Rogerian Person-Centered Approach, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, (CBT), Imago Therapy, NVC Rosenberg's Nonviolent Communication,and Re-evaluation Counselling.
Within a safe, compassionate and non-judgmental environment I support individuals to explore where you feel blocked and take the steps needed to make changes. With couples I help you to slow down and track the negative cycle the keeps you and your partner stuck, and to step out of repetitive actions that create distance, paving the way for new responses that bring each other closer.
18 Years Experience
Online in Smithers, BC British Columbia
Multicultural Therapy therapists in Smithers, British Columbia, Canada Statistics
Multicultural Therapy therapists in Smithers, British Columbia, Canada average 10 years of experience and charge around $152 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (92%), Self Esteem (87%), and Depression (82%).
Average years in practice
10 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$152
Accept insurance
76%
Offer sliding scale
74%
Gender ID
| 72% |
Female |
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| 22% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 50% |
In Person and Online |
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| 50% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 92% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 87% | Self Esteem |
| 82% | Depression |
| 79% | Stress |
| 76% | Loss or Grief |
| 68% | Social Anxiety |
| 66% | Women's Issues |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 76% | Young Adult |
| 66% | Senior |
| 55% | Teen |
| 18% | Children |
Client Focus
| 76% | Women |
| 68% | LGBTQ+ |
| 68% | Men |
| 63% | Asian |
| 61% | Hispanic / Latino |