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4 Counselling

2SLGBTQIA+ friendly counselling providers, with an emphasis on free or low-cost services

Catherine White Holman Wellness Centre
Free hormone and surgery assessments, and ADHD assessments for trans and gender non-conforming people. Conducted over Zoom by trained counsellors.

Carrier Sekani Family Services
Provide free counselling to Indigenous 2SLGBTQIA+ adults aged 18+, and their families.

Foundry BC
Free, virtual counselling for young people under 25 and their caregivers. Drop-in sessions or appointments are available.

Here2Talk
Free, short-term counselling available by phone or text for post-secondary students. Call 1-877-857-3397, or access through the Here2Talk app.

Health Initiative for Men
Free and low-cost counselling option for 2SLGBTQIA+ men, and gender-diverse people. To book an appointment call 604-488-1001 (ext. 235) or send an email titled ‘pilot’ to counselling@checkhimout.ca

Kids Help Phone
Free, short-term counselling for youth available by phone or chat. Call 1-800-668-6868, or use their live chat service between 4pm and 9pm.

Mind Map BC
A list of 2SLGBTQIA+ friendly counsellors and counselling groups, including free and low-cost options.

SHER Vancouver
Offers limited, free counselling sessions for 2SLGBTQIA+ South Asians through No Fear Counselling. Email info@shervancouver.com for a referral, or more information.

What’s On Queer BC
A list of 2SLBTQIA+ friendly counsellors and counselling groups, including free and low-cost options.

Youthspace
Free counselling for youth under 30 offered by professional youth and family counsellors. Fill out their contact form to request an appointment.

VGH Smoking Cessation Clinic
Offers counselling and support for smoking cessation. Call 604-875-4800 or email cessationclinic@vch.ca to book an appointment.

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