Trauma-Informed.
Somatic Based.
Attachment Lens.

Anti-Oppressive and Anti-Racist Framework.

Patricia Petersen | Canadian Therapist

Connection. Belonging.
Liberation.

In your search for healing and home, may you discover the darkness and the light. May you recognize that the way home is through yourself.

Hi, My name is Patricia (she/her/hers).
I believe that when as a collective, we are healthy on all levels – mental, physical, and spiritual – we will be kinder to ourselves, the people around us, and mother earth.

My practice draws on my trust, my ability to orient to the individual's inner capacity to heal, and my deep appreciation for the power of connection.

In a culture that perpetuates disconnection, many of us have lost the ability to grieve, feel our emotions fully, and connect to our bodies and one another. I believe in taking an active approach to healing, and I give you the tools and trust that you can do the work.

When working with clients, I hope to support them in connecting with their existing resources so that they learn to feel in their body, in their being, and allow others to see them.

Healing is both individual and communal.
When we learn to love the collective
more than individualism, it can lead to deeper healing.

There is value in being seen and heard.

Let’s Work Together

  • Patricia Petersen Vancouver Counsellor

    Individual Support

  • Patricia Petersen Couples counsellor

    Couples Support

“I’ve benefitted countless times from Patricia’s skill as a practitioner, both with individuals and groups.”

Referring clients her way, particularly Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour, and especially couples, is such a relief – I know they are going to be held with care and sensitivity, and she will never minimize the impacts of racialized trauma on their relationships to self, each other, family, and society.

– C.S.

I am here to hold space for healing so that when uncomfortable feelings show up, you can process the emotions without judgement and get to a place where you realize it all makes sense.

“Patricia’s calming presence allows me to feel safe and supported.”

Patricia is compassionate and empathetic. Her experience in somatic work, Chinese medicine and a deep sense of community allows me to be fully myself in sessions.

I can share, breathe, and be present with myself in the trusting environment she creates with her grounded, non-judgemental approach.

~ C.C.

If you are in crisis or need immediate support,
please call your local crisis line or emergency services.

In British Columbia, the Crisis Line number is 604.872.3311.
In BC, you can find a list of other mental health resources here.