As You Are Counselling
Queer-Affirming Therapy to Help You Feel Seen, Safe, and Fully Yourself
Inclusive 2SLGBTQIA+ Support to Explore Identity and Live More Authentically With Clarity, Confidence and Self-Trust
Daytime, Evening,
Sat & Sun Availability
In-Person &
Online Sessions
Individual &
Relationship Therapy
No Wait List &
Direct Billing Available
When Being Yourself Still Feels Like a Risk
You’ve spent so much energy navigating spaces where you’ve had to explain, defend, or hide parts of who you are. Maybe you’ve been misgendered, stereotyped, or quietly dismissed. That kind of invalidation leaves a mark. It’s hard to feel safe, seen, or fully yourself when the world often isn’t built for you. The stress, anxiety, and loneliness of not being understood can become a weight you carry every day.
Does this sound familiar?
- Feeling unseen, misunderstood, or dismissed in daily life
- Struggling with gender identity, transition, or relationships
- Anxiety, depression, or trauma from rejection or discrimination
- Longing for support that affirms your lived experiences
- Feeling isolated or disconnected from support or community
- Navigating cultural, religious or generational expectations
We Help You Heal
Experience Therapy Where You Don’t Have to Defend Who You Are
How Queer-Affirming Therapy Can Support You
We don’t expect you to explain who you are or justify your experiences. Whether you’re navigating identity, relationships, community, or the weight of rejection, we offer a space where you’re affirmed exactly as you are. You may be processing shame, isolation, anxiety, trauma, or simply seeking support in a world that hasn’t always made room for you. Our therapists walk alongside you with care, curiosity, and respect. This isn’t about fixing who you are ~ it’s about honouring your truth with support that feels not only safe but authentic.
As you continue your therapy journey, you may notice:
- Exploring your identity without judgment or the need to explain
- Building stronger boundaries and healthier relationships
- Better navigating coming out, gender exploration, or transition
- Creating space for healing, self-compassion, and authentic growth
- Greater management of anxiety, stress or internalized shame
- Processing complex family, cultural, or societal expectations
How Our Queer-Affirming Therapy Works
Our Approach
We Get To Know You
We take the time to understand you, your experiences, challenges and aspirations. We want to hear your story.
We Develop A Plan
We work collaboratively with you to create a flexible, personalized approach which reflects your goals and needs ~ adapting to your pace.
We Work With You
Every session is a stepping stone toward living the life you want. Our sessions are here to support meaningful, lasting change ~ grounded in who you are and what matters most to you.
We Provide Ongoing Support
We’re here to walk alongside you ~ adjusting the path as your needs evolve, not just now, but as life unfolds. As your ally, we’re committed to supporting you through any new experiences which may arise.
How We'll Support You
Our Commitment
Transparency
We cut the fluff by supporting openness, honest dialogue and integrity. Your comfort and trust are important to us.
Allyship
We are your ally ~ first and foremost. We are empathetic listeners, seek to understand different perspectives, and are present and engaged. We’re here for you.
Inclusivity
We admire diverse cultural backgrounds. Through exploration and transformative practices, we tailor our approach to the unique needs and wants of each individual.
Support
Focus on your counselling journey ~ we’ll do the rest. Accessible office location in Langley, easy scheduling, appointment reminders and optional online counselling. We got you.
How to Get Started
We Make It Easy
Explore Your Options
Explore our Meet Our Team page to filter therapists based on your unique needs, or complete our Match With a Therapist form.
Find the Right Fit
Connect with a counsellor to see if they’re a good fit for you. Curious about more than one? You’re welcome to book with multiple.
Start Your Journey
Already know who you’d like to work with? Book a session anytime through our simple online booking.
Meet Our Therapists Who Specialize in Queer-Affirming Therapy
More Than a Therapist
We’re Your Ally
Specialized &
Tailored Support
Inclusive, Culturally
Aware & Trauma-Informed
Frequently Asked Questions
Does your team specialize in other treatment areas?
Yes our team does specialize in various treatment areas! Explore our Therapy Services here.
What is the cost of therapy and is it covered by insurance?
We offer in-person and online counselling services for individuals and relationships. See our rates here.
Many benefit programs cover the cost of Registered Clinical Counsellors (RCCs). Please check with your benefits provider to see if this is available to you.
We offer direct billing options to certain insurance companies. If direct billing is not an available option, we provide a detailed receipt following each session. Follow your insurers instructions for submitting the receipt through your extended health benefits plan (often this can be done online).
We invite you to contact us with any questions to explore these options.
What is the rescheduling and cancellation policy?
We kindly require 48-hours notice for cancellation or rescheduling to ensure fairness to you, your counsellor, and other clients. Our cancellation fee is the full cost of the counselling session.
Where is As You Are Counselling located?
Our clinic is located in Langley, next to the 200 Street highway exit. We are easily accessible from Surrey, Maple Ridge, Abbotsford and other surrounding cities.
We also offer the convenience of online counselling for those who cannot make it in-person.
Learn more on our Contact page.
How many sessions does it take before I start to feel better?
This really depends on the issue at hand and the context in which you are experiencing the problem. At the first session, you and your counsellor will discuss the optimal frequency and likely duration of counselling. With more complex and long standing issues, you will likely need more sessions to untangle things and build up internal stability.
Therapy is a process. That said, most of our clients experience some relief early on in the therapy process, and indicate that they are experiencing positive shifts in their lives after 4-6 sessions.
Authentically You & Authentically Supported
As You Are Counselling
Honour Your Identity & Embrace Your True Self
