About Me
Who am I?
Hi, I’m Ana, a counsellor based in Vancouver, BC.
Many of the people who find their way to my practice are thoughtful, caring, and deeply feeling. On the outside, they may look like they’re managing life well; showing up for work, relationships, and responsibilities. But inside, something doesn’t feel quite settled.
Maybe you’ve spent a long time taking care of others, adapting, or trying to do the “right” thing. Maybe there are moments when you question your worth, doubt yourself, or feel disconnected from the person you want to be. You might sense that some of these patterns run deeper than the present moment, even if you can’t fully explain why. Therapy can be a space to slow down and begin listening to yourself in a new way.
My approach is warm, compassionate, and deeply collaborative. I’m not here to fix you or tell you who you should be. Instead, I walk alongside you as we explore your experiences, your relationships, and the emotional patterns that may still be shaping your life today. Together, we create a space where every part of you is welcome: your strengths, your doubts, your questions, and the parts that may still carry pain.
Many of the people I work with come to therapy because they are ready for something to shift. They want to feel more at ease within themselves. They want to trust their voice, set healthier boundaries, and build relationships that feel more honest and supportive. Often, our work includes gently understanding how past experiences may still be influencing the way you see yourself and move through the world.
My work is trauma-informed, person-centred and grounded in evidence-based approches. But more than any specific method, what matters most to me is the relationship we build in the room. Growth often begins when we feel truly seen, understood, and safe enough to be ourselves.
I grew up in Brazil and have lived in Canada for over a decade. My own journey of healing and self-discovery deeply shaped the way I hold space for others. I believe that when we begin to relate to ourselves with more curiosity and compassion, meaningful change naturally follows.
If you’re longing to understand yourself more deeply and build a more trusting relationship with who you are, I would be honoured to walk alongside you in that process.
Warmly,
Ana
