Chantelle Sands Therapy
A Gentle Place to Land - Rooted in Love & Liberation.
Queer, Feminist, Holistic counselling for adults in Vancouver & Online across BC & Yukon.
I’m Chantelle,
I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) offering in-person sessions in downtown Vancouver, and online across BC and the Yukon.
I offer in-person and online counselling for adult helpers, healers, artists and creatives. My practice is grounded in an affirming, inclusive approach that honours the many ways we experience and move through the world.
Therapy with me isn’t about fixing you.
You don't need to arrive with a diagnosis, a treatment plan, or a perfectly articulated problem.Working with me is collaborative, relational, and deeply curious. Sometimes therapy is deep. Sometimes it’s ordinary. Sometimes we laugh.All of it belongs.The intention of this space is to offer
A sanctuary to slow down
An invitation to…
Exhale
Lay down your burdens for a while
Explore, extract, transform
Create & connect,
Cry, laugh, celebrate
Rest
You don’t have to take this journey alone.
You don’t have to have it all figured out.
We explore patterns, relationships, experiences that have shaped you—while staying grounded in what’s happening in your life right now.We’ll make space for what’s asked to be felt, understood, grieved, changed and released.
A softer way of being
A deeper sense of belonging.
A way of coming home to yourself.
Working Together
People who are drawn to my work often identify as
Women & Gender Diverse people
LGBTQ2S+ folks
Neurodivergent adults, including ADHD & autistic folks
Indigenous, BIPOC & biracial people
Artists, Creatives, Seekers & Rebels
Helpers, Healers, Spaceholders
Peoples who’s lives or relationships include sex work, kink or alternative relationship structures
You don’t need to fit into any of these categories to fit in here. I am here to offer a space where you can bring your whole self, without judgement or expectation of fitting into someone else’s idea of who you should be.
Key Areas of Focus
My work often explores:
Trauma & Relational Wounds
Burnout, Depression & Deep Fatigue
Grief & Life Transitions
Identity, Belonging & Self-Exploration.
Dreams, Altered State integration & Meaning-Making
Decolonial, Feminist & Indigenous-Informed Perspectives
Quick FAQ’s
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I offer appointments Monday through Thursday, with some flexibility within these hours.
Monday: 11:00 - 5:30
Tuesday: 1:00 - 7:00
Wednesday: 1:00 - 7:00
Thursday: 10:00 - 2:00
Friday–Sunday: Closed
Appointments are by booking and are not available during every hour listed.
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In-Person Care: Cozy, dedicated adult counselling located at 119 W Pender. Vancouver BC
Virtual Care: Accessible for folks seeking online therapy throughout British Columbia and the Yukon via a secure, confidential, and encrypted telehealth platform.
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I’m a registered CVAP provider. Clients submit their own CVAP claims, and receipts are provided for extended health benefits. Coverage varies by plan.
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Individual Counselling Session for new clients: $175
Commitment to Accessibility: I reserve a dedicated portion of my practice for sliding-scale - these rates start at $145
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Sessions run for 50 minutes
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I offer pre-scheduled sessions on a weekly, biweekly, or monthly basis, arranged with you in advance.
You can also use the self-booking option to schedule an appointment within the next two weeks.
Step Into the In-Between
If you feel that my approach may be a good fit for what you’re looking for, I invite you to book a complimentary 20-minute consultation. It’s a chance for us to meet, talk a little about what brings you to therapy, and see how it feels to be in conversation together.
Words and Witness
Healing lives in the stories we tell, the myths we unravel, and the art we make of our survival. On my Reflections page, I share poetry, prose, and fragmented thoughts on walking between worlds, decolonial healing, and the beauty of getting lost.
If you are a seeker, a dreamer, or someone who finds medicine in written words, I invite you to read along.
