Hi! I’m Ben Castro

Pronounced “ben” | He/ They

Registered Clinical Counsellor

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Accepting New Clients

In-Person & Virtual

Individual & Relationship

Adults (18+) & Seniors

Daytime | Evenings | Weekends

Tuesday & Friday ~ Saturday

Hi! I’m Ben Castro

Pronounced “ben” | He/ They

Registered Clinical Counsellor

Discover Your Safe Space for Exploration, Expression and Growth

Welcome to a nurturing environment where you are encouraged to express yourself freely. Here, you can explore your experiences through words or with the transformative power of art when words alone don’t suffice. 

Whether you’re facing immediate life challenges, relationship conflicts, past burdens, unexpected obstacles, or other aspects of life, I am here to support you. As an art therapist who integrates various counselling theories, I provide a safe and respectful space where your voice is heard and your story is witnessed and valued.

More About Ben ...

Embrace the Healing Power of Creativity

Art therapy allows you to tell your story in your own unique way and is a creative form of expression open to everyone. No matter your level of artistic ability, you can gain from the supportive benefits art therapy provides. Every person has the innate capacity for creative expression, either through art or metaphorically. This creative strength can unlock deep insights and help overcome the obstacles life throws your way.

With my extensive experience in diverse professional environments, including anti-oppressive practices, a maximum-security psychiatric hospital, and the Downtown Eastside, I offer specialized expertise in managing a range of personal challenges. Including anger management, codependence, processing trauma, addressing men’s concerns, addiction recovery, and coping with grief.

Together, let’s cultivate your inner creative resources, enhance your ability to heal, and empower you to navigate and thrive amid life’s challenges.

Areas Where I Can Support You:

  • Men’s Concerns
  • Anger Management
  • Codependence
  • Abuse
  • Infidelity & Betrayal
  • Addictions
  • Anxiety & Depression
  • BIPOC & Cultural Identity
  • Emotional Regulation
  • Fears & Phobias
  • Grief, Loss & Bereavement
  • Life Transitions
  • Narcissistic Personality Disorder
  • Non-traditional Relationship Concerns
  • Relationship Counselling
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex Therapy
  • Stress & Burnout
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Queer & Gender Related Concerns
  • Queer-Affirming Counselling
  • General Counselling

    Ben's Therapeutic Approaches:

    • Art Therapy
    • Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
    • Person-Centered Therapy
    • Psychodrama Therapy
    • Relational Life Therapy
    • Trauma Informed Therapy

      Credentials & Training:

      • Registered Clinical Counsellor #21639
      • Master’s of Counselling Psychology: Art Therapy
      • Sexual Consent & Communication
      • Conceptualizing and Treating Sex Addiction 
      • Trauma Informed Care: Mindfulness-Based Treatment for Post-Traumatic Growth