We feel honored that you have chosen An Elegant Mind for your healing journey!

At our practice, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive safe space where all individuals are welcomed and supported. We embrace people of all faiths, beliefs, and backgrounds while providing culturally sensitive care that honors each person’s unique experiences and identity.

Please select the treatment option from the menu below that best fits your needs or visit our clinicians’ profiles to learn more and book a session.

Couples & Polyamorous Counselling & Sex Therapy

Our practice is highly sought-after for our specialized work with individuals and couples, including those in polyamorous and LGBTQ+ relationships. Our compassionate and expert therapists provide tailored support across a wide spectrum of issues, including but not limited to Conflict - Sexual Trauma - Dating and Attachment wounds - Pleasure and Connection Enhancement Strategies - Sexual Dysfunc... Read More

Our practice is highly sought-after for our specialized work with individuals and couples, including those in polyamorous and LGBTQ+ relationships. Our compassionate and expert therapists provide tailored support across a wide spectrum of issues, including but not limited to Conflict - Sexual Trauma - Dating and Attachment wounds - Pleasure and Connection Enhancement Strategies - Sexual Dysfunction - Consensual Non-Monogamy, Polyamory, Open Relationships, Relational anarchy - Kink, BDSM Navigation - Infidelity/Betrayal - Understanding and Navigating Erotic Template Development, Tantric Philosophy.


Reduced Rate Options (Psychological Counselling)

Our ambitious student therapists work closely with our experienced Clinical Supervisor Daniel Kline (RCC) and Angela Leong (RCC) to serve you through quality care. They are not only confident in working with concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and grief, but also competent in discussing sexuality, psychedelics, and the complexities of couples work. Additionally, our practicum students... Read More

Our ambitious student therapists work closely with our experienced Clinical Supervisor Daniel Kline (RCC) and Angela Leong (RCC) to serve you through quality care. They are not only confident in working with concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and grief, but also competent in discussing sexuality, psychedelics, and the complexities of couples work. Additionally, our practicum students bring their own specialized skills: Salma Faragalla works with BIPOC and MENA individuals and offers Islamic counseling, while Rachel Simpson focuses on emotional and self-esteem issues. If you are low-income or need sliding scale prices because you do not have insurance, this is your option!


Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)

Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) offers transformative benefits for individuals seeking profound personal growth and healing. By integrating carefully administered psychedelics with therapeutic support, this approach can facilitate deep emotional breakthroughs, enhance self-awareness, and address persistent psychological issues. Clients often experience accelerated progress in overcoming t... Read More

Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) offers transformative benefits for individuals seeking profound personal growth and healing. By integrating carefully administered psychedelics with therapeutic support, this approach can facilitate deep emotional breakthroughs, enhance self-awareness, and address persistent psychological issues. Clients often experience accelerated progress in overcoming trauma, anxiety, and depression, as the psychedelic experience can help unlock new perspectives and insights. The supportive therapeutic environment ensures these experiences are integrated meaningfully, promoting long-lasting positive change and a renewed sense of well-being.
Drawing on her extensive experience counseling thousands of clients, Angela has developed a profound understanding of relationship dynamics and intimacy issues, leading her to create the KISSS Method, which stands for Ketamine-Induced Self and Sexuality Synchronization, a transformative therapeutic approach that integrates ketamine’s profound healing potential as a psychedelic with psychotherapy, tantric practices, and the science of neuroplasticity. The method is designed to help individuals and couples heal trauma, deepen emotional and sexual intimacy, and achieve self-actualization.


Sexual Embodiment Coaching

For many of us, simply talking about the issue is not enough — we might need some experiential guidance and support to know how to enhance pleasure and feel safe in our bodies. An embodied intimacy approach helps you connect with your felt experience. Here, we listen, explore, and teach the body what safe, fulfilling and wildly pleasurable intimacy, can look like. Human intimacy cannot be cogni... Read More

For many of us, simply talking about the issue is not enough — we might need some experiential guidance and support to know how to enhance pleasure and feel safe in our bodies. An embodied intimacy approach helps you connect with your felt experience. Here, we listen, explore, and teach the body what safe, fulfilling and wildly pleasurable intimacy, can look like. Human intimacy cannot be cognitively planned or practiced, in a way that allows us to grow within our own connections. Intimacy is felt, experienced, and learned through the soma (the body).

A Somatic Sex and Relationship Coach is your personal guide to exploring and reclaiming your sensual superpowers. We focus on experiencing your body, helping you unlock and embrace pleasure, desire, and intimacy like never before. From breathwork to body awareness exercises, they'll show you the path to becoming a true master of your own pleasure domain.


Psychological Counselling

Our team of therapists is highly qualified and recognized for their exceptional expertise across a wide range of therapeutic approaches such as EMDR, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Our practitioners are also skilled in Mind/Body Trauma Therapy, Trauma-Informed Stabilization Treatment, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Mu... Read More

Our team of therapists is highly qualified and recognized for their exceptional expertise across a wide range of therapeutic approaches such as EMDR, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Our practitioners are also skilled in Mind/Body Trauma Therapy, Trauma-Informed Stabilization Treatment, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Multicultural Counselling, and psychotherapy tailored for Brain-Injured patients. We also offer innovative approaches to ADHD, Anxiety, Addiction, Childhood Trauma, Eating Disorders, Suicidality, Impulsivity, and Self-Harm Behavior. Additionally, we help our clients with Workplace-related issues, Career Exploration, Procrastination, Lack of Productivity, and Creativity.


BreathWork

Breathwork at An Elegant Mind is a psychedelic experience without the use of anything ingested into the body. With the use of the breath alone, we can induce a mystical, visionary experience. Using a combined method that is a cross between 'pranayama' (Hinduism), which entails a rigorously controlled breath, and 'anāpānasati', (Buddhism), which means to be a passive observer of the natural invo... Read More

Breathwork at An Elegant Mind is a psychedelic experience without the use of anything ingested into the body. With the use of the breath alone, we can induce a mystical, visionary experience. Using a combined method that is a cross between 'pranayama' (Hinduism), which entails a rigorously controlled breath, and 'anāpānasati', (Buddhism), which means to be a passive observer of the natural involuntary breathing process. The breath is set in a backdrop of emotionally evocative healing music. Playlists used during breathwork are lovingly hand-selected by our breathwork practitioners to suit your life journey.

Salma Faragalla is a dedicated therapist currently pursuing a Master’s in Counselling Psychology at Adler University in Vancouver. With a foundational belief in the power of relationships, Salma employs a relational approach to healing, helping clients explore the dynamics of their interactions with themselves, loved ones, and their broader community. She primarily utilizes Narrative Therapy, encouraging clients to reclaim their personal narratives and construct meaningful identities shaped by compassion and optimism.

Salma holds a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from the University of British Columbia, providing her with a solid understanding of somatic and body-based approaches to therapy. She is also completing training in the Gottman Method for Couples Therapy.

Originally from Egypt, Salma has personal experience with acculturation and self-discovery in a multicultural context. Passionate about exploring the intersection of psychology and Islamic principles, she brings a holistic and culturally informed perspective to her practice. Salma specializes in working with BIPOC and MENA individuals and offers Islamic counseling.

Outside of her work, Salma enjoys basketball, dancing, reading, and discovering new culinary experiences across Metro Vancouver.

LANGUAGES SPOKEN: English & Arabic

Salma Faragalla is a dedicated therapist currently pursuing a Master’s in Counselling Psychology ... Read More

Angela Ivy Leong, Founder of An Elegant Mind Counselling Inc., is a highly regarded psychotherapist and researcher celebrated for her holistic and transformative approach to healing. With extensive experience counseling thousands of clients, Angela has cultivated a deep understanding of relationship dynamics and intimacy challenges. This expertise inspired her to create the KISSS Method—a unique integration of Trauma Healing, Self-Actualization, Sex Therapy, Relationship Counseling, and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy. Designed to help individuals overcome barriers to pleasure, intimacy, and connection, KISSS therapy delivers immediate and life-changing results.

As a Certified Tantra Therapist and Psilocybin-Controlled Trial Research Therapist at UBC, Angela seamlessly integrates innovative, science-based methods with time-honored therapeutic techniques. Her expertise encompasses couples and sex therapy, conflict resolution, sexual trauma recovery, and attachment healing. Angela is especially recognized for her work with individuals and couples, including those in polyamorous and LGBTQ+ communities, helping them navigate complex emotional and interpersonal issues.

Her specialized skills include addressing sexual dysfunction, consensual non-monogamy, open relationships, relational anarchy, kink/BDSM, infidelity recovery, and erotic template development.

Book a session with Angela to experience personalized therapy designed to meet your unique needs and help you achieve your personal and relational goals.

LANGUAGES SPOKEN: - English, Cantonese, Mandarin.

Angela Ivy Leong, Founder of An Elegant Mind Counselling Inc., is a highly regarded psychotherapi... Read More

SERVICE LIST: - Individual Sessions - Couples(+) Sessions - Sex Therapy (available for individuals and couples+)

LANGUAGES SPOKEN: - English

SERVICE LIST: - Individual Sessions - Couples(+) Sessions - Sex Therapy (available for individua... Read More

Rachel Simpson is a compassionate therapist who integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) to support clients in overcoming life’s challenges. She focuses on fostering mind, body, and emotional wellness, helping individuals navigate issues like anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and relationship difficulties. Rachel provides a non-judgmental, empowering environment where clients can develop resilience, self-acceptance, and personal strength.

Rachel holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Capilano University and is completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. As a qualifying Registered Clinical Counsellor, she is dedicated to helping clients build meaningful relationships and achieve personal goals.

In her personal time, Rachel enjoys spending time outdoors, hiking, camping, and paddleboarding. She values the grounding influence of nature and draws inspiration from her travels, using these experiences to connect with clients from diverse backgrounds.

LANGUAGES SPOKEN: English​

Rachel Simpson is a compassionate therapist who integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and... Read More

Nicole Thomson is a compassionate therapist specializing in ADHD, anxiety, depression, and emotion regulation in youth and adults. With a balanced approach to change, Nicole helps clients navigate feelings of overwhelm, sadness, and stress while fostering self-compassion and personal growth. Her methods incorporate evidence-based strategies such as mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and personalized therapeutic plans tailored to each client’s unique needs.

Nicole holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from the University of British Columbia, where her research focused on evidence-based practices and emotional regulation. Her clinical training includes trauma-informed care, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness, allowing her to effectively address a wide range of challenges.

Outside of therapy, Nicole enjoys art, snowboarding, music, and time spent as a mother, which brings balance and joy to her life. She is dedicated to helping others find grounding and navigate life’s challenges with resilience and hope.

LANGUAGES SPOKEN: English

Nicole Thomson is a compassionate therapist specializing in ADHD, anxiety, depression, and emotio... Read More

SERVICE LIST: - Online Shamanic Breathwork

SERVICE LIST: - Online Shamanic Breathwork Read More

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