Hi, I'm Lorraine!
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor in Vancouver, B.C.
I am a cisgender, middle-class Asian immigrant woman who first came to Canada from Hong Kong as an international student over 17 years ago.
I specialize in individual counselling for a diverse range of clients, including children of immigrants, immigrants, international students, cultural minorities, professionals, and parents. Whether you're grappling with anxiety, depression, burnout, self-esteem issues, relationship difficulties, parenting concerns, or navigating life changes, I'm here to support you on your journey toward healing and growth.
As a therapist, my mission is to provide a safe and non-judgmental space where you can deepen your self-understanding and rediscover your inner strengths. Together, we'll navigate your struggles, equipping you with practical coping skills and tools to overcome obstacles, cultivate meaningful connections and achieve a sense of inner peace.
In our sessions, my approach is relational, holistic, and collaborative. I honour your uniqueness and expertise in your life journey, working alongside you to uncover insights and develop strategies tailored to your needs.
I'm fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, offering both in-person and online counselling sessions for your convenience.
Services
Who I help.
Individual Counselling
One-on-one online/in-person sessions to help you build self-awareness, make sense of your situation and help you move towards your goals
Parents Consultation
Sessions to guide parents with tools, resources, and strategies to support children and youth dealing with issues including anxiety, separation anxiety, perfectionism, and temper tantrums
Relationship Coaching
Short-term coaching sessions address current and future relationship challenges, fostering healthy communication and intimacy skills. Available for couples, families, and individuals seeking meaningful connections.
Play Therapy
Play is a child's language. Play therapy sessions with children can help them learn to communicate with others, express and process their feelings, regulate their emotions, modify their behavior, and develop problem-solving skills.
What I help with.
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Anxiety
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People Pleasing
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Procrastination
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Perfectionism
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Depression
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Self-Esteem
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Shame
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Burnout/ Stress Management
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Sleep Difficulties
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Emotional Regulation
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Relationships Concerns
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Friendship Problems
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Boundaries
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Parents-Adult Children Conflict
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Parentified Children
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Parenting Coaching
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Childhood Emotional Neglect
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Child Counselling (3 to 10 yrs)
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Communication Skills
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Career Counselling & Coaching
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Cross-Cultural Issues
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Racial and cultural identity-related issues
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Immigration-related issues and stress
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Personal Growth
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Spirituality
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Life Transitions
The Process
01.
Book a free Consultation
During this 20-minute discovery call, you can ask me any questions you might have to determine if we are a good match.
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Schedule a session and prepare for the 1st session
You can schedule a session during the consultation or via email. Once we confirm a session, I'll send you a confirmation email along with the forms to fill out before our first meeting.
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Intake session
The first session is an intake session where I connect with you to assess your situation, plan out specific goals, and establish a focus for our sessions.
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Intervention to Empower you with practical tools
In our sessions, I delve into the root causes of your situation and offer psychoeducation to help you understand your challenges. I also assist you in moving from struggles to strengths by using interventions and practical tools to help you progress towards your goals.
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Termination/ Maintenance
Together, we review the progress made and discuss future self-management strategies to integrate therapeutic insights into your daily lives. Some clients choose to continue coming back on a monthly basis to check on progress and reinforce the use of the learned strategies.
Fill out the contact form below to schedule a free 20-minute consultation and see if we're a good match! ☺