Carly Degenstein

Welcome! And Hello :) I'm Carly - an RCC (Registered Clinical Counsellor) based in Vancouver, with over 7 years of experience supporting individuals from many walks of life in their journey to be wholer, more self understanding and satisfied humans. I love this work and have intentionally honed my lived and professional experience into a private practice that offers evidence-based, compassion focused therapy for the treatment and support of ADHD, Anxiety, Emotional Regulation, Depression + Burnout, Self Esteem struggles, and Post-traumatic stress. My approach is warm, accepting, sometimes funny, and genuinely caring. I'm also practical - I know 'just talking' isn't always enough - so I work with a focus on clarifying and translating your insights from therapy into real tools and opportunities for meaningful change in your life outside of session. My approach integrates a blend of somatic and cognitive practices from DBT, CBT, ACT, sensorimotor, EFT and Narrative therapy. 

Homecoming Integrative Counselling is an online practice, run through secure video appointments. My priority is helping people across BC access the right therapeutic fit and expertise needed for their support with ADHD, anxiety, perfectionism, depression, burnout and post-traumatic stress, in a flexible, convenient way, regardless of whether or not you live in downtown Vancouver. 

You do not need to have a specific diagnosis to work with me, although I am experienced in counselling individuals diagnosed with ADHD, Anxiety and Panic Disorder, Generalized Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Major Depression or depressive episodes, substance misuse, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. I also have specific experience and training working with low self-esteem, identity and emotional regulation challenges related to emotional, psychological and sexual abuse. 

Therapy novices welcome! You don't have to know exactly 'what's wrong' to start therapy- talking through what's been affecting you, or what you've been noticing, whether feeling off, hard on yourself or not your 'like yourself' are all valid places to start from. Whether you need a safe, understanding, and non-judgmental place to come talk about what's been bothering you, or you know what you are wanting to work on and just aren't sure what the right tools or next steps are for you - I'm here to help connect you to the clarity and guidance you need to be your most equipped and fulfilled self. This is what I see as coming home to yourself!

I work in a de-pathologizing way and believe that you are not your diagnosis, nor is effective therapy dependent on having a diagnosis. I work with client's current symptoms and difficulties, to create stability and reduce suffering. And I see your goals and life priorities as essential for determining your direction in therapy. I focus on your values and unmet needs, and help you contact your existing strengths, before we ask you to do anything different.

I offer complimentary 20 min inquiry calls/consultations for new clients. 

The best way to reach me is through email or the inquiry feature of my website. I typically respond within 1-2 working days.