Yuka Oshimi

Hi, I'm Yuka

I’m glad that you’re here!

I’m a neurodivergent Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) candidate with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors, and a person of colour with lived experience navigating neurodivergence. I hold a Master of Counselling degree from Monash University and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of British Columbia with a Major in Psychology and a Minor in Law and Society. I am currently completing my Doctor of Counselling and Psychotherapy degree to deepen my clinical expertise and strengthen my contributions to neurodiversity research and practice.

Prior to my work as an RCC, I worked to support autistic children and their families. My personal journey, including undergoing brain surgery and navigating mental health challenges, has fueled my passion for clinical counselling and holistic well-being, encompassing both the mind and body. Born in Japan, raised in Singapore, and now living in Canada, I bring a multicultural and third culture perspective that honours the intersection of culture, identity, and lived experience to my practice.

As an AuDHD (Autism + ADHD) counsellor, I understand the importance of feeling heard, understood, and accepted. I prioritize creating a neurodiversity-affirming and inclusive space for individuals at every stage of their journey, whether you have received a formal diagnosis, suspect you may be neurodivergent, or are navigating a diagnosis, including ADHD and/or Autism.

I provide personalized and evidence based psychotherapy that aligns with each individual’s unique strengths, needs, and goals. I value and honour diversity by adopting a collaborative, empathic, and eclectic counselling approach to my practice, honouring the uniqueness of each individual’s experience.