HELPING HANDS COUNSELLING

Welcome to Helping Hands Counselling. I am Christine Vicencio MA, CCC, a certified counsellor working out of Vancouver and Burnaby, BC, Canada.

As an immigrant to Canada and a long-time advocate for people struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues, I am passionate about helping people of all backgrounds process their trauma and reach their goals.

With over 20 years of counselling experience in both residential and school settings, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to my practice. I hold a Master’s degree in Counselling Services and am proficient in various therapeutic frameworks, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Substance Abuse Recovery, Trauma and Grief counselling and many more.

I use a person-centred approach, meeting each client where they are to address their unique needs. Although we are all different, finding a safe place to address trauma and heal is a universal need.

I see a gap in the mental health field for both Asian counsellors and Asian clients. I believe we are underrepresented in accessing mental health resources and providing mental health care. I am passionate about filling this gap by specializing in services for the Asian community and providing a safe space for healing.

My extensive background equips me to support clients effectively and tailor my approach to meet each individual’s unique needs.

MY OFFERINGS

Canadian Certified Counsellor

I have more than 20 years of counselling experience and have worked with individuals in both residential and school settings
I have a Masters Degree in Counselling Services and am trained in a variety of frameworks, including CBT, DBT, Psychosocial Rehabilitation, and Trauma and Grief counselling.
See all of my qualifications and certificates here.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) helps clients develop skills and strategies for becoming and staying healthy.
Through CBT, clients learn to identify, question and change the thoughts, attitudes and beliefs related to the emotional and behavioural reactions that cause them difficulty.

Solution-Focused Treatment

Solution-focused treatment typically consists of identifying goals and developing a plan to achieve them.
I can help you take small, practical steps towards achieving your goals and help change thought patterns and behaviours that no longer serve you.

Inclusive, Sliding Scale Rates

My rate for each session is $140
I also provide sliding scale rates for people with lower incomes as everyone deserves access to therapy.
In the form below, please indicate that you are interested in a sliding scale rate.

Contact Christine at Helping Hands

Please fill out this form to book your first session or email me directly at helpinghands.89 [at] yahoo.com

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