Clayre Sessoms Psychotherapy

Summary

Hello, I'm Clayre Sessoms, and I'm proud to offer a safe and affirming digital space for trans*, nonbinary, and gender non-conforming teens and adults seeking supportive therapy services. I bring a unique blend of qualifications as a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) in British Columbia, a Certified Therapist (CT) in Alberta, and a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) in Ontario.

Beyond my professional designations, I identify as trans, queer, and a person with a physical disability. I use she/they pronouns, embodying my journey of self-discovery that fuels my deep passion and dedication to this work.

As a firm believer in the transformative power of self-expression and introspection, I combine expressive arts, talk therapy, and mindful somatic exploration to encourage emotional growth and personal understanding. My practice is firmly grounded in trans-inclusive feminist and humanist theories, which emphasize every individual's inherent worth, dignity, and potential.

I offer counselling services exclusively online or by phone, ensuring a flexible and accessible therapeutic environment. I am committed to providing a space where you can be authentic and feel seen, valued, and accepted. Together, we can navigate the complexities of life and identity, fostering resilience and cultivating self-love.

As your counsellor, I promise to meet you where you are and honour your unique journey. Welcome to a space that respects, validates, and celebrates you – let's explore your path toward healing and self-discovery together.

Want to learn more about this service’s work with Two-Spirit, trans, LGBQ+ people?

We invite all service providers listed on MindMapBC to answer the following questions. These questions were developed in collaboration with community members, researchers, and mental health and other service providers. They're intended to help us understand what a service provider or organization is doing to affirm and support sexual and gender diverse service users.

See below for responses for this listing.

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Do you collect and use preferred names (rather than legal names) for all communications?

—Yes

Are the forms used in your practice inclusive of various sexual orientations and gender identities (e.g., opportunities to fill in pronouns, etc.)?

—Yes

Are you and your colleagues aware of what specific barriers may exist for trans individuals accessing your services?

—Yes

Do you offer Indigenous 2S/LGBTQ+ specific resources, for example Indigenous Elders or Knowledge Keepers?

—Yes

Are you and your colleagues comfortable asking relevant questions about gender identity and sexual orientation?

—Yes

Are you and your colleagues aware of what specific barriers may exist for LGBQ individuals accessing your services?

—Yes

Do you and your colleagues ask clients about pronouns and use them appropriately?

—Yes

Do you and your colleagues have experience working with people who identify as living with a disability or chronic illness? Please tell us more about your experience and any training you have received. (For example, do you have experience working with people with diverse physical or cognitive abilities, or those who are living with specific chronic illness(es)?)

—Yes

Can you and your colleagues distinguish gender/identity dysphoria/distress from mental health conditions?

—Yes

Are you and your colleagues aware of what specific barriers may exist for Two-Spirit, queer, or trans Indigenous individuals accessing your services?

—Yes

Does your practice have gender-neutral washrooms?

—Yes

Are there clear anti-discrimination policies that include gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation in your organization or practice?

—Yes

Are all individuals involved in service provision actively engaged in decolonizing their practices and/or organization? If yes, please type below what actions you and/or your organization are taking.

—Yes

https://clayresessoms.com/anti-oppression/

Are all individuals involved in service provision actively engaged in anti-racist practices, policies, and systems in their care model?

—Yes

https://clayresessoms.com/anti-oppression/

Address

460 - 1231 Pacific Biulevard
Vancouver, BC
V6Z 0E2

Languages

Services available in these languages

English

Last updated: June 7, 2023
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