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meet the practicum student counsellorsClick on a Counsellor's Bio to Learn More about Them
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The following counselling practicum students are currently providing sliding scale counselling:
Please email [email protected] to inquire about connecting with one of these practicum students or you can click on the booking link in their bio if they have one.
All practicum students are provided with clinical supervision, as well as engage in peer and school based supervision while completing their counselling education.
Rates for student counsellor services (fees are in a range for a self-selected sliding scale):
Initial Consultation to explore fit 15-20 minutes: No cost
50 minute Individual session: $30-80
75 minute Individual session: $40-100
50 minute Relationship/Family session: $50-125
75 minute Relationship/Family session: $60-150
HRT Assessments: $50-150
Hours: See individual bios for working hours
Location: By phone, video, or in person at 119 West Pender Street, Vancouver or by Main and Broadway in Vancouver
Please email [email protected] to inquire about connecting with one of these practicum students or you can click on the booking link in their bio if they have one.
All practicum students are provided with clinical supervision, as well as engage in peer and school based supervision while completing their counselling education.
Rates for student counsellor services (fees are in a range for a self-selected sliding scale):
Initial Consultation to explore fit 15-20 minutes: No cost
50 minute Individual session: $30-80
75 minute Individual session: $40-100
50 minute Relationship/Family session: $50-125
75 minute Relationship/Family session: $60-150
HRT Assessments: $50-150
Hours: See individual bios for working hours
Location: By phone, video, or in person at 119 West Pender Street, Vancouver or by Main and Broadway in Vancouver
Nadine NakagawaNadine is student counsellor working from an intersectional, anti-oppressive approach that considers collective and community healing. She identifies as a queer Hāfu woman and brings art, creativity, and embodiment to her practice.
In-Person and Online Individual Counselling |
Soyoung Yu
Soyoung is a multicultural, neurodivergent student counsellor committed to creating a spacewhere clients feel seen and supported. Taking a holistic, anti-oppressive approach, Soyoung
meets each person where they are, honouring their unique identities and experiences. In-Person and Online Individual Counselling |
Ashleen Pratap
UPCOMING Neurodivergent-friendly Interpersonal Skills Group
Ashleen (she/her) is a cisgender, second-generation settler and queer student counsellor. She works from an anti-oppressive, intersectional, multicultural and trauma-informed lens supporting individuals including the BIPOC and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. She works collaboratively with clients and creates a safe, welcoming, and non-judgmental space to support clients in knowing they are not alone in their life challenges. In-Person and Online Individual and Relationship Counselling |
Alayna Fender
Alayna is a queer student counsellor working with folks navigating identity, relationships and trauma. She is passionate about supporting clients as they explore and embrace their inner selves. Her approach is inclusive, collaborative, and warm.
In-Person and Online Individual and Relationship Counselling |
Madi MeinzerMadi (she/her) is a student counsellor and experienced social worker specializing in trauma-informed care. Grounded in safety and autonomy, she supports survivors, the queer community, and anyone seeking a holistic, compassionate space to heal.
In-Person and Online Individual and Relationship Counselling |
Susan AiniUPCOMING Neurodivergent-friendly Interpersonal Skills Group
Susan (she/her) is of Afghan and Syrian heritage. Living with multiple identities—Muslim, Arab, Middle-Eastern, Canadian, someone with an invisible disability, student, and survivor—Susan understands the complexities of life and the burnout that comes with it. She is committed to social justice and addressing issues of oppression, colonialism, and injustice worldwide. In-Person and Online Individual, Relationship, and Family Counselling |
Austin Lee
Hi, I’m Austin (he/they), a non-binary, neurodivergent student therapist devoted to fostering affirming spaces using TF-CBT and IFS. I focus on trauma and 2SLGBTQIA+ care, drawing inspiration from poetry, music, and exploring nature to enrich my work.
Online Individual and Relationship Counselling |
JESSAMINE LIUJessamine (she/her) is a queer, Filipino-Taiwanese immigrant and settler on stolen Coast Salish lands. She hopes to co-create intersectional, anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, and collaborative spaces with her clients.
In-Person and Online Individual, Relationship, and Family Counselling |
Atrena Azordegan
UPCOMING Neurodivergent-friendly Interpersonal Skills Group
Atrena Azordegan (she/her) is a biracial, bisexual, neurodivergent student-counsellor passionate about working with individuals and couples on a range of issues including: trauma, attachment, life transitions, identity exploration, relationships (including poly/non-monogamy), neurodiversity, sex and kink-positivity. Her approach is integrative, trauma-informed, and client-centered, tailoring therapy to fit each person’s unique needs. In-Person and Online Individual and Relationship Counselling |
Linda Szeto
Waitlist Closed
Linda (she/her) is a student counsellor with a heart-centered, warm, and compassionate approach. She strives to provide a trauma-informed, affirming space to help all folks navigate the tricky parts of life. She is completing her EMDR training and is available for folks wanting to engage in EMDR. Online Individual Counselling |
Hollman Lozano
Monthly BIPOC Connections Group
Waitlist Closed Hollman (he/his) is a counselling practicum student currently completing his training. An immigrant from Colombia, born and raised in Bogota, who arrived in 'Canada' 20 years ago seeking safety. Hollman roots his practice in the importance of emotions; his gentle presence and client-centred stance enhance his holistic and anti-oppressive approach to counselling. In-Person and Online Individual, Relationship, and Family Counselling |
Cheyenne Archer
Monthly BIPOC Connections Group
Waitlist Closed Cheyenne (She/Her) is a bi-cultural Indigenous student counsellor who approaches therapy from a holistic, client-centered, anti-oppressive lens. She works with individuals and relationship clients who might be navigating multiple identities, relationship challenges, intergenerational trauma, medical complexities (including infertility), and overall life challenges. In-Person and Online Individual and Relationship Counselling |