Meet Our Vancouver Counsellors & Psychologist (Online Therapy Across BC)
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone in the process. At Emergence Counselling & Wellness, our team of Registered Clinical Counsellors and a Registered Psychologist supports individuals, couples, teens, children, and youth with clarity, connection, and care.
We’re based in the Greater Vancouver area and offer secure virtual counselling across British Columbia (BC) (and, for some clinicians, additional Canadian provinces). If you’re looking for an online therapist, our confidential sessions make it easy to access support from wherever you are—whether you live in a remote community or simply prefer the convenience of online therapy.
Many of our clinicians integrate evidence-based approaches such as EMDR, somatic therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and mindfulness-based practices. We prioritize trauma‑informed, client‑centred care and a pace that feels respectful and manageable.
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Find the Right Counsellor or Therapist for Your Journey
Choosing the right therapist is a personal step. Each clinician brings their own training, experience, and therapeutic style—so you can find support that aligns with your goals and values.
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Meet our Registered Clinical Counsellors and Registered Psychologist
Olivia Armstrong, MA, CCC — Online Therapist (Queer‑Affirming)
Olivia’s work is rooted in the belief that meaningful healing happens through connection. Based in Vancouver and offering virtual counselling, she provides trauma-informed support to adults seeking deeper understanding and lasting change.
Olivia has a particular focus on supporting clients navigating OCD, hoarding behaviours, and complex trauma. She offers a non‑judgmental, collaborative space to untangle long‑standing patterns and move toward emotional freedom.
Using modalities such as EMDR, somatic therapy, mindfulness, and attachment‑based approaches, Olivia helps clients reconnect with inner strength and resilience. Her practice is grounded in queer‑affirming and culturally responsive care, where identity (including gender, sexuality, and lived experience) is respected.
Nicole Lam, MA, RCC — BIPOC Counsellor (English & Cantonese)
Nicole offers a warm, inclusive space for adults navigating life transitions, identity, relationships, and mental health challenges.
Fluent in English and Cantonese, she brings cultural sensitivity and lived experience to her work, supporting clients with an understanding of intersectionality and systemic stress.
Nicole uses an integrative approach drawing from attachment theory, EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), CBT, and somatic techniques to build self‑awareness, self‑compassion, and lasting emotional change.
Cynthia Routhier, MA, RCC — Bilingual Counsellor (English & French)
Cynthia offers a thoughtful, personalized approach to therapy, working with adults and couples in both English and French. Drawing from trauma‑informed methods (including EMDR, somatic practices, and Internal Family Systems), she creates a space where clients feel seen, empowered, and supported.
Cynthia supports emotional regulation, relational patterns, and nervous system awareness, helping individuals and couples build more secure connection and meaningful change.
Dr. Rose Record‑Lemon, PhD —Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Rose provides compassionate, evidence‑based support to children, teens, and adults. With experience across school, healthcare, and community settings, she brings a well‑rounded perspective to her practice.
Her work commonly supports anxiety, mood concerns, trauma, and life transitions using approaches such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, ACT, and mindfulness-based therapy. Dr. Rose emphasizes collaboration—building practical skills while addressing the roots of distress.
Valentina Chichiniova, MA, RCC, CCC — Trauma Therapist & EMDR Consultant
Valentina brings a calm, grounded presence to trauma‑focused work with adults. As an EMDRIA‑certified EMDR therapist and consultant, she specializes in supporting clients with complex trauma, PTSD, and emotional regulation.
Valentina also offers psychedelic integration support, combining depth‑oriented work with a client‑centred, experiential approach. Her therapy is shaped by a commitment to helping clients reconnect with themselves, build resilience, and release limiting patterns.
Book With a Mental Health Professional
Taking the first step toward support can feel daunting. But you don’t have to do it alone. If one of our clinitians feels like the right fit, we invite you to book a free 15-minute consultation to ask questions and get a sense of their approach. Whether you’re ready to begin or still exploring your options, we’re here to help you move forward with confidence and care.