Meet Our Team
At the Vancouver Therapy Collective, we are a dedicated and compassionate group committed to supporting you on your journey toward growth and healing. Our small but mighty team includes experienced counsellors and practicum students, each bringing a unique blend of expertise, empathy, and passion to our practice.
We understand that seeking support is a courageous step, so our team is here to provide a safe and welcoming space tailored to your needs. Whether you're navigating life’s challenges, working through past experiences, or striving for personal growth, we are here to walk alongside you every step of the way.
Our practicum Counsellors
Kiera Connell, BCYC
Practicum Student Counsellor
Melike Bilgin, BA
Practicum Student Counsellor
Justin Wilson, PhD
Student Counsellor
Calen Trentini, BMgt
Practicum Student Counsellor
Natalie Boterman, BFA, MFA
Practicum Student Counsellor
Our Associate Counsellors
Chiharu Yanagawa, RCC, RP(Q)
Associate Counsellor
Chiharu has a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from the University of Toronto. Fluent in English, Japanese, and Mandarin, she offers culturally responsive care that honours the diversity of her clients’ backgrounds and identities.
Moha Chaturvedi, RCC, RP(Q)
Associate Counsellor
Moha works with individuals and couples and specializes in treating trauma as well as sex therapy, becoming parents, relationship issues, eating disorders, and the challenges of immigration. She offers therapy in both English and Hindi.
Dhaniah Wijaya, RCC
Associate Counsellor
Dhaniah believes in a holistic, client-centred, and strengths-based approach to counselling. She is an advocate of social justice and works with neurodiverse people along with immigrants and their children. She offers therapy in English and Malay.
Sydne Smith, MCPAT, RCC
Associate Counsellor
Sydne is a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Professional Art Therapist. She uses art therapy in her practice not as a separate modality but in conjunction with conversation to support the therapeutic process.
Jordan Beatty, MC, RCC
Associate Counsellor
Jordan works with youth, adults, and couples navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and life transitions. He specializes in supporting youth and young adults, with depth in trauma and in the early patterns that keep repeating in adult life.
Ann Richards, MC, RCC (Qualifying)
Associate Counsellor
Ann works with adults of all ages who are navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, life transitions, grief and loss, and looking for support. She specializes in mental performance for diverse individuals such as athletes, creative performers, and artists.
Arika Lee, MC, RCC (Qualifying)
Associate Counsellor
Arika works with adolescents, adults, and couples navigating anxiety, burnout, transitions, ADHD, and challenges. She specializes in supporting high achievers facing performance pressure, body image concerns, and disordered eating.
Get matched with the right therapist using our therapist finder tool
Finding a therapist that feels like the right fit can take time. We developed our therapist finder tool to help make that process easier. Answer a few short questions about what you're looking for — who the sessions are for, what's bringing you in, and what works for your budget — and we'll match you with therapists on our team who fit your situation.
Supervision
Dr. Christopher Brown, RCC
Clinical Director
My name is Dr. Christopher Brown. I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) in Vancouver, BC and the clinical director of the Vancouver Therapy Collective.
As a therapist, I strive to support individuals in moving towards finding greater peace in their lives by using a client-centred and developmentally-oriented approach. In my experience, the client-therapist is the key to both growth and change. I look forward to building this connection with you.
Administration
Daisy Storey, BA
Practice Manager
Daisy is our practice manager and is responsible for a range of tasks including client intakes, managing schedules, and ensuring the overall positive experience of our counsellors and clients. She plays a critical role in our day to day activities. Daisy has a background in psychology and plans on pursuing a master’s degree in counselling in the coming years.