Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) therapists in Vancouver, British Columbia BC, Canada CA
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Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Vanessa Fingland
Counsellor/Therapist, CCPCPR.cand, RPC-C
Virtual counselling for women. One of my specialties is working with Highly Sensitive People (HSP's) on how to regulate their overwhelming emotions and move through them quicker. I also help empathetic women heal from narcissistic abuse and support them through family estrangement. You may even have anxiety, depression, and low self worth and are wanting to learn how to be assertive, set boundaries and put your needs first without feeling guilty! My goal is for you to become confident and empowered while getting as much value out of each session as possible! Email me for a free 15 minute consultation.
8 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Isabelle Tremblay
Life Coach, Isabelle Tremblay is a Purpose, Power & Mindset Coach helping high-achieving women move from burnout
If you’re a high achieving professional feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or disconnected despite your success, you’re not alone and you don’t have to navigate it alone.
I specialize in burnout recovery, mindset transformation, and purpose driven leadership for ambitious women who are ready to reclaim their energy, confidence, and direction. My approach goes beyond traditional coaching by addressing the root causes of stress, overperformance, and misalignment, helping you create lasting, sustainable change.
With over 20 years of experience in high level executive environments, I understand the pressure to constantly perform, lead, and deliver. I provide a space where you can reset, gain clarity, and rebuild from a place of strength, not exhaustion.
Clients choose to work with me because they are ready for real transformation, not quick fixes. Together, we move you from burnout to clarity, from pressure to purpose, and from success on the outside to fulfillment on the inside.
If you’re ready to feel like yourself again and lead your life with intention and confidence, I invite you to reach out.
1 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
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 Vancouver, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Mareel Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, RCC
We are passionate about the work we do and fiercely believe in the power of therapy to support people in discovering themselves.
Working with all sexualities, relationships and unique brains is a joy to us! A therapy session with any of us will always be filled with warmth and care, and can be lighthearted with moments that are actually fun. You don’t need to do the tough stuff alone.
5 Years Experience
In-Person in Vancouver, BC V6R 4N6
Online in Vancouver, BC British Columbia
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Dave Vass
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Clinical Counsellor: RCC
Are you a dedicated Type C personality, always working hard to meet your responsibilities but feeling the burden of burnout, chronic stress, or loneliness? If you often put others' needs before your own well-being, it’s time to pause and focus on yourself. I specialize in empowering individuals like you to reclaim balance in life. Together, we’ll identify your strengths and create a tailored plan to reduce self-criticism and enhance your relationships. Expect improved sleep, renewed energy, and clearer boundaries that honor your values. Ready for meaningful change? Contact me for a free 15-minute consultation. You deserve the compassion you give to others.
7 Years Experience
In-Person in Vancouver, BC V5L 3X9
Online in Vancouver, BC British Columbia
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Suzanne Nievaart
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
In my work, I believe you are the expert in your own life. I offer the space and support to help you explore deep insight into your strengths, your needs, and what matters most to you. Through my own lived experience, I understand what it can feel like to start over as a newcomer in a foreign place. I hope to support you as you are rebuilding a sense of identity, belonging, and stability, and hold awareness of the many expectations placed on women in our society, especially when navigating work, caregiving, and life transitions.
1 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Alison McKnight
Life Coach, ADHD Coach
I’m a trauma-informed coach who supports ADHDers move forward from a space of shame, overwhelm, and people-pleasing to a more grounded connection with themselves and others. In my work, I weave together nervous-system regulation, body-based awareness, and practical tools for communication, boundaries, and executive functioning. I offer a warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental space where I meet you where you’re at, honour your pacing, and support you in exploring small, sustainable shifts that create meaningful change.
2 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Lisa Willow
Counsellor/Therapist, BSW, MSW, ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider
Do you struggle with ADHD, procrastination, finding focus, time management, self-esteem, emotion regulation, motivation, completing tasks, and living up to your full potential? Join me in a virtual weekly support group for adults with ADHD or in an individual coaching session where we implement skills, tools, and strategies to support you in overcoming obstacles while reaching your goals and learning to thrive with ADHD. My own journey with an ADHD diagnosis, combined with my therapeutic expertise and specialized training in ADHD, has equipped me with valuable insights and tools to empower others to thrive amidst challenges.
In addition to my proficiency in CBT and DBT, I draw inspiration from IFS and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. My diverse background, encompassing holistic nutrition and yoga teacher training, significantly influences my approach, emphasizing the integral role of a healthy lifestyle in ADHD treatment.
16 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Ashley Kabugo
Counsellor/Therapist, Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC)
I work with youth, individuals, and couples, supporting folks navigating trauma, emotional regulation, and reconnecting with their bodies. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply looking for support in navigating life’s challenges, we’ll explore what’s coming up in your life and relationships.
2 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Nexus Counselling Services
Counsellor/Therapist, Candace Marshall MA, CCC
Being in the nexus of something means you are right in the middle of it hence, easy to feel overwhelmed by the multitude of things coming at you. At Nexus, I will work with you within the context of a nonjudgmental, collaborative and healing therapeutic relationship to parse out and clearly see the interwoven links and connections that contribute to how you experience, perceive and interpret life's challenges, difficulties and obstacles. Understanding these connections allows for the separation of what is important to you and focus on your goal(s) to improve your mental, emotional and spiritual well-being.
While I work with clients from all walks of life with varied life issues & psychological disorders, my clinical work is largely focused on working with clients affected by Dissociative Disorders and PTSD. Since graduating in 2013, I have accumulated over 10,000 clinical hours with this population & work using range of approaches depending on client needs.
12 Years Experience
In-Person in Vancouver, BC V6B 1S5
Online in Vancouver, BC British Columbia
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Yuka Oshimi
Counsellor/Therapist, MC, DCP(c), RCC
Hi! My name is Yuka (She/Her), and I am glad that you are here.
I am a neurodivergent Registered Clinical Counsellor with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors, a person of colour, and a third culture individual with lived experience navigating neurodivergence. I hold a Master of Counselling degree from Monash University and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of British Columbia with a Major in Psychology and a Minor in Law and Society. I am currently pursuing a Doctor of Counselling and Psychotherapy degree to further my education, deepen my expertise, and contribute to neurodiversity research and practice.
My personal journey, including undergoing brain surgery and navigating mental health challenges, has fueled my passion for clinical counselling and holistic well-being, encompassing both mind and body. Born in Japan, raised in Singapore, and now living in Canada, I bring a multicultural perspective that honours the intersection of culture, identity, and lived experience in every session.
5 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Melanie Brooks
Pre-Licensed Professional, MACP Student - Associate Therapist
I believe people are often more resilient than they realize, especially during the difficult times in life. My goal is to create a collaborative, non-judgmental space where you can show up as you are. We can move at a pace that feels comfortable for you and allow you to determine what approach may work best, and explore how you want to move forward together.
My counselling experience is shaped by years of supporting people through high-pressure situations, stress, burnout, relationship challenges, and personal setbacks. I have also worked closely with neurodivergent individuals who often feel misunderstood or unsupported by the world around them. Even people who are finding that life is just hard also need someone to hear them out. Through these experiences, I saw how powerful it can be to have space to feel heard, understood, and supported, and this is my goal when working with individuals and couples.
0 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Melinda Freitas
Counsellor/Therapist, MACP, RCC, CCC
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor offering trauma-informed therapy to clients throughout Vancouver and British Columbia. Whatever you are navigating, I provide a safe, collaborative space to help you heal and move forward. Further, I fully recognize that your past experiences can quietly shape how you navigate the world today. Knowing that healing is a non-linear process, my goal is to provide the right guidance and support to help you make meaningful progress at your own pace.
14 Years Experience
In-Person in Vancouver, BC V6B 2G2
Online in Vancouver, BC British Columbia
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Shelley Murphy, Food & Body Image Hypnotherapist
Hypnotherapist, BASc, Former RD
I believe that meaningful change doesn’t come from forcing or fixing yourself, it comes from understanding yourself more deeply, and learning how to work with your mind and body, rather than against them. In my work as a clinical hypnotherapist, I often meet people who are capable, thoughtful, and self-aware, yet feel stuck in patterns of anxiety, overthinking, emotional eating, or self-doubt. These patterns can feel frustrating, especially when you’ve “tried everything” to change them. What I’ve seen, time and time again, is that real, lasting change happens when we gently access the deeper parts of the mind where these patterns are held. This is where hypnotherapy can be incredibly effective; supporting you to shift not just how you think, but how you feel, respond, and experience yourself day to day.
3 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Ping Xu
Counsellor/Therapist, CCC, MC, MD
I am a physician (MD) and a Canadian Certified Counsellor. I aim to integrate mind and body to support you on your holistic journey toward recovery and well-being. When working together, I hope to create a space where individuals, couples, and families feel heard and understood.
5 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
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 Vancouver, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Louis Lin, Owner & Founder of Cicada Counselling
Counsellor/Therapist, Registered Clinical Counsellor
Have you ever rushed out the door only to realize you forgot something or spilled coffee all over yourself? Have you ever said to yourself, “I'm tired of feeling this way/ I shouldn’t be feeling like this,” yet the feelings persist and sometimes come back stronger? These may seem like two distinct, unrelated instances I am raising, but I parallel them with how we often approach our problems: we tend to want to rush through them or judge ourselves for having the emotions and reactions to the difficulties life tosses at us. I’m here to propose an alternative: your feelings are valid, no matter what you’re seeking help for.
We rarely move through life with intention and space to slow down and reflect. I see counselling as a dedicated space created for you by you to get curious about yourself, tend to the parts that need some fine-tuning and updates, and process some uncomfortable emotions that the outside world doesn’t always give space for.
I offer 15-minute complimentary consultations for all clients who are interested in working with me. Looking up therapists is a big step – in my opinion, you are already halfway from where you began to where you would like to be!
3 Years Experience
In-Person in Vancouver, BC V6B 1W7
Online in Vancouver, BC British Columbia
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Fatima Mohammad, Avec Counselling
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I work with individuals, couples, and business professionals who are often managing high expectations, demanding careers, and important relationships, while also trying to stay connected to themselves. Therapy with me is a space to slow things down, make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface, and move toward greater clarity and alignment, while not losing sight of the goals.
Clients often come to me for support with relationship challenges, life transitions, stress, burnout, identity questions, and intercultural dynamics. I bring a relational and collaborative approach, meaning we work together in a way that feels thoughtful, honest, and tailored to your needs- not one-size-fits-all.
At the heart of my work is a belief that meaningful change happens when people feel seen, understood, and supported without judgment. I aim to offer that kind of space, where you can explore what’s not working, strengthen what matters most, and build relationships, with yourself and others that feel more connected and fulfilling.
5 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Jonah Fialkow
Counsellor/Therapist, MA, RCC
I specialize in working with people struggling with ADHD, anxiety, perfectionism, and people-pleasing. I have deep empathy for the experience of anxiety and relationship struggles, and I know how isolating and overwhelming it can feel. I know that anxiety often comes from a place of just wanting to get it right, and I'm skilled in working through the underlying issues that contribute to anxiety so that you can feel confident and secure instead of frozen and stalled.
I understand how anxiety affects all stages of relationships (including finding a partner in the first place) and I support my clients to move from feeling lonely and disconnected to confident and secure. In addition to my individual work, I offer evidence-based couples' counselling using the Gottman method, which goes beyond just communication skills and gives practical strategies to create real change.
3 Years Experience
In-Person in Vancouver, BC V6B 1T6
Online in Vancouver, BC British Columbia
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Dr. Thomas Wiens
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych, MA, BA Hons
What if your psychologist could help you overcome challenges AND be at your best?
Dr. Wiens works with professionals to address a range of challenges with their careers, relationships, and mental health. He also provides career and leadership coaching to assist clients in navigating and advancing their careers.
His clients are career-oriented individuals, including students, professionals, leaders, and business owners.
11 Years Experience
In-Person in Vancouver, BC V5Z 3C4
Online in Vancouver, BC British Columbia
Vancouver's extreme housing affordability crisis has become a defining mental health issue, with therapists frequently addressing financial stress, housing precarity, and the grief of displacement from a city many can no longer afford to stay in. The city's large East Asian community — particularly its Chinese, Korean, Filipino, and South Asian populations — drives demand for culturally fluent therapists who can navigate family dynamics, immigration stress, and the intersection of cultural expectations with individual wellbeing. BC Mental Health & Substance Use Services provides institutional support, while Vancouver's large private therapy community is concentrated in Kitsilano, Mount Pleasant, Commercial Drive, and the West End. BC's expanded telehealth access makes it easier to connect with therapists across the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley.
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) therapists in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Statistics
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) therapists in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada average 10 years of experience and charge around $153 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (86%), Depression (74%), and Stress (73%).
Average years in practice
10 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$153
Accept insurance
74%
Offer sliding scale
56%
Gender ID
| 68% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 55% |
In Person and Online |
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| 45% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 86% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 74% | Depression |
| 73% | Stress |
| 63% | Self Esteem |
| 59% | ADHD |
| 59% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 53% | Loss or Grief |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 76% | Young Adult |
| 67% | Teen |
| 58% | Senior |
| 26% | Children |
Client Focus
| 55% | Women |
| 49% | Men |
| 39% | LGBTQ+ |
| 33% | Christian |
| 28% | Persons with Disabilities |