I endeavour to be an ally to members of the LGBTQIA2S+ communities. I strive for a position of humility in my practice and it is my clients who ultimately decide on whether I have been a true ally or not.

Clients who attend my downtown Vancouver counselling and psychotherapy office tell me that I am a counsellor who helps them feel comfortable and at ease. They understand that they can talk without being judged and that I will listen. I provide therapy for clients with a variety of life concerns, including:

• Depression, including treatment-resistant depression, dysthymia and bipolar disorder
• Anxiety, including panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress, phobias, social anxiety and generalized anxiety
• Addictions: alcohol, drugs, sex, gambling, food, work
• Trauma: past or present
• Life Transitions
• Relationship issues, with the option of couples counselling
• And much more…Call or email me to ask!

LGBTQ+ clients also come to Willow Tree Counselling for help with:

• Questioning
• Coming out (including “late” coming out)
• Parenting
• Transgender issues
• Asexuality
• Homophobia / biphobia / transphobia
• Body image issues / eating disorders
• Rejection and discrimination by family, friends, employers and others
• Misgendering
• Isolation and small town upbringings
• Polyamorous or open relationships
• Marriage / long-term partnerships
• Domestic violence
• Aging
• Grief and loss
• HIV issues / sexual health
• Neurodivergence
• Disability issues

If you are seeking unconditional acceptance and respect, strict confidentiality, a collaborative counselling approach, a calming office environment, and many years of experience as a therapist, you have come to the right place! Every identity is welcome here. I encourage you to contact me for a free 15 minute telephone consultation to ask questions and determine whether I am a good fit for you. I look forward to hearing from you!