Psychological counselling
Individual and couples counselling with Mason Tang, exploring emotions, relationships and life transitions through conversation.
Explore counselling →PSYCHOLOGICAL COUNSELLING · ART THERAPY
Take a breath.
Make room for yourself.
A welcoming space for psychological counselling and art therapy. Find support through conversation or creative expression, at your own pace.
Request an appointmentWith Yao (Yaoina) Wang, Hannah Guo & Mason Tang
FIND YOUR SUPPORT
Two ways to begin.
Art therapy
Creative expression and reflection with Yao (Yaoina) Wang and Hannah Guo. No art experience is needed.
Explore art therapy →THE WAY WE WORK
A thoughtful, human approach
Our practitioners offer different approaches with a shared respect for your experience. Choose psychological counselling or art therapy, and discuss the approach that feels right for you.
Begin where you are
You choose what you want to share.
Explore without pressure
There is no pressure to have all the answers.
Find your own meaning
There is room for your experience and perspective.
OUR SERVICES
Psychological counselling
Conversation-based support for individuals and couples, with Mason Tang.
Mason Tang
Registered Clinical Counsellor · RCC #25460
Mason brings together clinical psychology, behavioural science and a deep understanding of East Asian and cross-cultural experiences. He supports individuals and couples in exploring emotional patterns, relationships and the stories that shape their lives.
His approach is trauma-informed and non-pathologising, integrating Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), narrative therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). He offers a collaborative space to understand what lies beneath distress, strengthen connection and find practical ways forward.
8+ years in psychology research & cross-cultural workEnglish & Mandarin
Education & professional background
- Registered Clinical Counsellor, BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC), RCC #25460
- Master of Counselling Psychology (MCP), Adler University, Canada
- Master’s in Psychology, behavioural science focus, First Class Honours, University of Auckland, New Zealand
Mason has more than 600 combined hours of clinical counselling, individual/couple support and professional supervision. His experience includes student services at Vancouver Film School (VFS), community policing victim support in Metro Vancouver and independent cross-cultural counselling practice, including risk assessment and crisis intervention.
Areas of support
- Relationship difficulties and couple or marital crises
- East Asian family pressures and intergenerational trauma
- Burnout, emotional numbness and loss of motivation
- Cross-cultural adjustment, migration and identity
- Anxiety, depression and trauma recovery
- Adult ADHD and neurodivergent emotional regulation
His research and practice across China, the United States, New Zealand and Canada inform his understanding of migration, family expectations and cultural identity. He pays particular attention to tensions between responsibility and self-expression, connection and boundaries, and the pressure to keep functioning while feeling unsupported.
Mason sees himself as a collaborative companion with professional tools and a shared map. He makes room for pauses, grief, uncertainty and vulnerability, working within clear ethical boundaries to help clients reconnect with their own experience.
Sessions & insurance
Mason offers in-person sessions in Richmond and secure online video sessions. Services are available in Mandarin and English. Insurance reimbursement may be available through Pacific Blue Cross, Sun Life, Manulife, Canada Life, Green Shield and student insurance plans; coverage and direct billing depend on your specific plan and arrangements. Please confirm eligibility, fees and billing options before booking.
Contact the centre to discuss Mason’s availability and session details.
OUR SERVICES
Art therapy
Explore feelings and new perspectives through creative expression with Yao (Yaoina) Wang and Hannah Guo. No artistic skills are required.
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Individual art therapy
One-to-one support through creative expression, reflection and conversation, at your own pace.
Request individual art therapy →Group art therapy
Explore creative expression alongside others, with opportunities for shared reflection and connection. No art experience is needed.
Enquire about upcoming groups. Dates, format, fees and suitability are confirmed with the centre before participation.
Enquire about group art therapy →
Yao (Yaoina) Wang
Professional Art Therapist
Yao brings together art therapy, expressive arts and international arts education. Her experience includes supporting children, adolescents, adults, older adults and families in hospitals, schools, long-term care and rehabilitation settings.
1,000+ hours of client service8+ years in arts education & therapeutic practice
Education & qualifications
- Doctoral researcher in educational psychology and arts education, University of Alberta
- Master of Fine Arts, Peking University
- Master’s in Inclusive Design, OCAD University
- Honours Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting and Drawing, Concordia University
- University of British Columbia (UBC) graduate
- IB Visual Arts teacher and examiner; training in special education
Experience & focus
Experience supporting young people with emotional difficulties, learning pressure, identity and parent–child communication, alongside creative expression and emotional support for people with disabilities. Yao has also taught fine arts at Dawson College and in international school settings.
Hannah Guo
Art psychotherapist · English & Mandarin
Hannah Guo is a graduate of the Canadian International Institute of Art Therapy (CiiAT). She sees healing as a gradual process of getting to know yourself, making room for different parts of your inner life, and rediscovering your strengths, creativity and possibilities.
Drawing on narrative therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy and phenomenology, Hannah Guo offers a respectful, curious and accepting space. No artistic skill or perfect result is needed: lines, colours, images and metaphors can help you express feelings and discover new perspectives.
10 years of mental health experienceEnglish & Mandarin
Training & experience
- Graduate, Canadian International Institute of Art Therapy (CiiAT)
- Adult Mental Health First Aid certifications in Canada and the United States
- Youth Mental Health First Aid certification in the United States
Hannah Guo has worked across community mental health organisations, online art therapy clinics and private practice platforms. Her experience also includes mental health ambassador work, one-to-one peer support and supervision. She values each person’s unique life experience and supports people from different backgrounds in finding their own pace for growth.
Nature, creativity & her path to art therapy
During her undergraduate studies at the University of British Columbia (UBC), Hannah Guo joined a pre-medical volunteer programme in Ecuador. She later spent eight months at the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory on Hawaiʻi Island, contributing to volcano monitoring and geographic database development. That close connection with nature broadened her perspective, nourished her creativity and intuition, and helped lead her towards art therapy.
Outside her work, Hannah Guo enjoys dance, yoga, forest bathing, hiking, birdwatching, theatre and stand-up comedy. She explores life through movement, art, nature and humour, and values sincere human connection. For her, creativity also means trying new possibilities, understanding your story differently and gradually regaining a sense of agency.
Hannah Guo sees herself as a companion on your healing journey. With sincerity, curiosity and openness, she supports you in exploring your inner world, accepting complex emotions and recognising your own resources—at your own pace.
Contact the centre to discuss Hannah Guo’s availability.
BEFORE WE MEET
A few things you may be wondering
Do I need experience with art?
No art experience is needed. The focus is on expression and exploration rather than making a polished artwork.
Can we meet online?
You can request an online or in-person appointment. Your practitioner will confirm the available format and share meeting details directly.
What will my session cost?
Fees, session length and cancellation terms are discussed with your practitioner before an appointment is confirmed. Submitting a request does not take a payment.
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How do I cancel or change an appointment?
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LET’S BEGIN
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