Free counselling is available by calling 604 684-5307. There may be a waiting list depending on the demand for this service.
Family Services of Greater Vancouver
Professional lesbian and gay counsellors are available on a sliding scale – with minimal rates available for those with low incomes. Contact 604 731-4951 and ask for Service Options.
Prism
Prism offers free counselling for lesbian, gay, bisexual, Two Spirit and queer people, and for trans people of all sexual orientations, who are affected by drug and/or alcohol issues, and live in Vancouver. Counsellors work with people on their own goals, such as to reduce the harms from substance use, to moderate use, or to quit using altogether. Counselling staff generally have Masters’ degrees in counselling or in social work, and identify as lesbian, gay, bi or queer, or as straight allies. Counsellors have experience working with youth, adults, and older adults. Group and individual counselling formats are available. For more information call 604-658-1214 or email prism@vch.ca.
Dragonstone Counselling
Lesbian and gay professional and student counsellors on a sliding scale. Contact 604 738-7557 for general information.
Authentic Life Personal Growth Counselling
Lesbian professional counsellor offering personal growth counselling. Contact 604 802-9506 or www.authenticlifecounselling.com for more information
Greatheart Counselling
Counselling services for LGBT people and those who identify as queer, transgender or otherwise outside of dominant ideas of gender and sexuality. Welcoming those who are kinky, in polyamorous and open relationships, or who do sex work. Visit www.greatheart.ca for more information
Rosanne Johnson
Rosanne Johnson offers a peaceful counseling environment in North Burnaby, and a service that is tailored specifically for LGBT folk. Specializing in coming out and internalized homophobia counseling, and relationships counseling for both couples and single people. For more information, check out www.roseannejohnson.ca
Turning Point Therapy
Psychotherapy for lesbian, gay, bisexual individuals and couples. Counsellors experienced in relationships, trauma, addictions, anxiety depression and self esteem. Interns available for low cost counselling options. Offices in downtown Vancouver and Kitsilano. For more information visit trauma-vancouver.com
Share Family and Community Services Society
Share Family & Community Services Society is a multi-service agency that offers LGBT friendly and competent counselling services to clients living in the Tri-Cities. For more information on how to access Share’s services please see their website: www.sharesociety.ca or call (604) 936-3900.
Naomi Kolinsky at Well Woman
Professional lesbian counsellor specializing in addictions, trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and personal growth. Contact 604 568-6765 or visit http://www.wellwomancounselling.com/Naomi-Kolinsky for more information.
Tania Zulkoskey Counselling
Supportive, holistic counselling based in East Vancouver. Through counselling you can look at what your relationship expectations are and how to achieve what you want and need wherever you identify on the queer continuum. Individual and couple relationship counselling can help with communication and sorting out feeling alone or misunderstood. Dynamics of abuse and relationship bullying can also be looked at with a unique lens that is specific to LGBTQ relationships. Sexual identity questions, coming out and the impact of homophobia are explored in an open and respectful environment. For more information, visit www.tzcounselling.com or call 604-771-8647
Tricia Antoniuk, MSW, RSW
Counselling for LGBTQ concerns in the Fraser Valley: coming out, relationship issues, abuse, trauma, depression and anxiety. Counselling gives you tools to help you open up to new possibilities in your life. Counselling also provides a safe place to explore your fears so you can find some solid ground on which to stand. Trained in EMDR. Visit www.antoniukcounselling.ca or call 778-378-2633.
