
Meet Yance
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Availability:
In-Person, Virtual Only
Languages
Tagalog
English
Yance offers a supportive, client-centred space for people navigating anxiety, stress, life transitions, and personal growth.
Couples Counselling
ADHD
Parenting
Coping Skills
Self Esteem
Anxiety
Stress
Depression
Trauma & PTSD
Grief
Racial Identity
Life Transitions
Suicidal Ideation
Spirituality
🌿 Training & Certifications
Canadian Certfied Counsellor (CCC)
Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR)
Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology
Foundation of Play Therapy Certificate
Master of Arts in Guidance and Counselling
Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for Children & Adolescents
Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapy (C-DBT)
Complex Trauma Certification Level 1 & 2 (CCTP/CCTP-II)
Brain Story Certification
Training in Dissociation Certification
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Motivational Interviewing
ADHD Interventions
Emotional Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) Level 1
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Intensive
Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
Narcissistic Abuse & Gaslighting Treatment Training
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Certification
Certified Addictions-Informed Mental Health Profession (CAIMHP)
Grief Therapy Advanced Certification
Youth Gender Dysphoria Training
Boundaries Specialist Certificate
Binge Eating & Chronic Dieting Certification
Indegenous Training
Values Coach Certification
I use an integrative approach in therapy tailored to an individual's unique needs. My goal is to provide you a supportive space where we can work together to achieve your goals and thrive in your life. My values are grounded on the belief of each and everyone's strength and skills. However, sometimes we feel stuck and struggle to move forward. My therapeutic approach is strength-based, humanistic, solution-focused, person-centered and trauma focused. With an integrative approach, I draw from CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Polyvagal, Internal Family System and Family Systems techniques to help you identify your strengths and provide a path towards your goals. I am passionate to look into an evidence based strategy that works best for each individual that I am working with. You will be received with a non-judgmental, warm and collaborative therapeutic space and a genuine, empathetic therapist who will actively listen and understand your unique experience.
Overall, my philosophy as a therapist is to treat each person as a worthy and unique individual and an expert of your own life. My role is to support you on your journey of self-discovery and growth and build a healthier and more fulfilling life.
Being a therapist is rooted from my values in helping the community and living a fulfilled life. As an immigrant from the Philippines, I experienced the challenges of poverty, family dysfunction and isolation, struggling with mental health concerns, which were hindered by the fear of being judged or discriminated against. Now, finding my own values, meaning, and life’s purpose, I intend to translate this into therapeutic work where I can work with individuals who want to live their life, thrive, heal from their trauma and achieve their full potential.
🌿 Get to Know Yance
A good therapeutic fit includes more than professional expertise. Here are a few of the things that make Yance, Yance.
Family & Pets?
I have been happily married for 16 years and a proud parent of three kiddos. Days are busy but full of joy and I love every single part of it.
Favourite Hobbies?
Outside of work, I am a fan of running and training for marathons. I also love reading, singing, and playing guitar.
Comfort Watch?
I find joy and comfort in small and cozy moments of life such as hanging out in the living room while watching old photos, digital aquariums, and bible verses.
Favourite Thing to do in Edmonton?
I enjoyed running and cycling in the North Saskatchewan River Valley trails and Elk Island. Indoors, my kids and I loved to hangout in the Telus World of Science.
Favourite Book?
Anything about Psychology, Finance, Religion, Health.