Claire came to Canada from China as an international student 16 years ago. She obtained her master’s degree in Experimental Medicine at McGill University, Montreal, where she performed medical research on breast cancer. After moving to Vancouver after graduation, Claire continued to pursue her curiosity and interest in human beings by studying psychology. She then graduated from the Master of Counselling program at City University, Vancouver, and became a register clinical counsellor (RCC).

 

Claire believes in people’s inner wisdom to find answers for themselves, their capacities and desire for self-actualization, and their resiliency to heal and transform from adversities. Being a good listener and a person with an open mind, Claire offers a warm, genuine, and non-judgmental therapeutic environment and works collaboratively with clients to achieve their goals in counselling. As a mother of three, Claire is interested in working with children, families, couples and individuals. She aims to combine her life experiences and expertise to support clients in investigating their concerns and assist them with emotional support.

 

Claire will journey alongside clients while they explore their values, open up possibilities and gain insights into their lives. At the same time, Claire understands the living experiences in a foreign country and the unique challenges faced by immigrants. She strives to provide a more culturally responsive counselling service by integrating both Eastern philosophies and Western counselling theories into therapy.