Yuka

Mrs Yuka Oshimi, M.Couns

Registered Clinical Counselor

“ I offer virtual counselling and psychotherapy services for neurodivergent and neurotypical individuals across British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, Newfoundland & Labrador, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Saskatchewan, and Yukon.”

About Me

I’m a neurodivergent Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) candidate with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors, and a person of colour with lived experience navigating neurodivergence. I hold a Master of Counselling degree from Monash University and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of British Columbia with a Major in Psychology and a Minor in Law and Society. I am currently completing my Doctor of Counselling and Psychotherapy degree to deepen my clinical expertise and strengthen my contributions to neurodiversity research and practice. My personal journey, including undergoing brain surgery and navigating mental health challenges, has fueled my passion for clinical counselling and holistic well-being, encompassing both the mind and body. Born in Japan, raised in Singapore, and now living in Canada, I bring a multicultural and third culture perspective that honours the intersection of culture, identity, and lived experience to my practice.

Approach

As an AuDHD (Autism + ADHD) counsellor, I understand the importance of feeling heard, understood, and accepted. I prioritize creating a neurodiversity-affirming and inclusive space for individuals at every stage of their journey, whether you have received a formal diagnosis, suspect you may be neurodivergent, or are navigating a diagnosis, including ADHD and/or Autism. I provide personalized and evidence based psychotherapy that aligns with each individual’s unique strengths, needs, and goals. I value and honour diversity by adopting a collaborative, empathic, and eclectic counselling approach to my practice, honouring the uniqueness of each individual’s experience.
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Basic Information

Online Only

Services

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Autism, AuDHD, Assertiveness & Boundaries, Burnout, Career Challenges, Comorbid Conditions, Coping Skills, Depression, Family Conflict, Grief/Loss, Immigration, Mixed-Neurotype Relationships, Multicultural Concerns, Neurodivergence, Panic, Personal Growth, Relationship, Self-Care, Stress Management, Student Counselling, Third Culture Kid / Identity, and 2E, 3E & Multi-Exceptional.

Services Offered:

  • ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)

    A form of therapy that teaches acceptance of difficult thoughts and feelings while guiding action aligned with personal values.

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  • Free Consultation

    A no-cost initial session to meet the therapist, discuss needs, and decide whether they are the right fit before committing.

  • Mindfulness

    The practice of paying deliberate attention to the present moment without judgement, used to reduce stress and increase awareness of automatic reactions.

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  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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  • CBT

    Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.

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  • Individual Therapy

    One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.

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  • Advocacy

    Services that help individuals navigate healthcare, education, or social systems to ensure their mental health needs are recognised and met.

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  • Supervision & Training

    Combined clinical supervision and professional development for mental health practitioners building their skills and expertise.

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  • SFBT (Solution-Focused Brief Therapy)

    A short-term, goal-oriented therapy that focuses on building solutions rather than analysing problems, exploring what is already working and how to do more of it.

  • Psychoeducation

    Structured information provided about a mental health condition (what it is, why it occurs, and what strategies can help) as part of the therapeutic process.

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Works With:

  • Adults
  • Elderly
  • Individuals
  • Parents

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • ADHD / Attention

    A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Autism (ASD)

    A neurodevelopmental condition affecting social communication, sensory processing, and behaviour patterns, with a wide range of presentations and strengths.

  • Grief & Loss

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.

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  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

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  • Cross-Cultural

    The psychological challenges of living between two or more cultures, including identity conflicts, acculturation stress, and difficulties with belonging.

  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • Career Issues

    Work-related difficulties such as chronic dissatisfaction, conflict, burnout, uncertainty about direction, or the stress of career change.

  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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  • Young Adult Issues

    The unique psychological challenges of emerging adulthood (18–25), including identity formation, independence, relationship navigation, and finding direction.

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Professional Title:

  • Registered Clinical Counselor

    A counselor registered to provide clinical counselling services in their jurisdiction.

Credentials

Registrations

British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC)

Counsellor

Qualifications

Master of Counselling

Monash University

Year: 2021

Doctor of Counselling and Psychotherapy Candidate

Yorkville University

Year: 2027

ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP)

Evergeen Certification

Year: 2026

Bachelor of Arts (Psychology, Law and Society)

University of British Columbia

Year: 2018

Memberships

British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC)

Registered Member

Membership: 20437

Service Areas

Neurodiversity Wellness Collective

Online Only

Vancouver

Canada

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