Down-to Earth, Collaborative Counselling with Otto Lim

Most of us seek counselling when we are struggling with ourselves or others and finding it difficult to find a solution or change.

There are usually four things we can do when faced with problems or issues:

Solve the problem.
Feel better about the problem.
Tolerate the problem.
Stay miserable and/or make things worse.

I'm hoping you pick the first two options so we can start the work together to find change and/or solutions. I work with individual clients, couples, and families who seek recovery or relief from trauma, depression, anxiety, substance or behavioural addictions, life transitions, conflict/anger, loss, or relationship distress.

My mission is to provide compassionate counselling, using a down-to-earth, collaborative, and empathic approach with a bit of Buddhist introspection about how we struggle and suffer. I offer sessions both online and out of my office in Vancouver.

I focus on your goals for change through:

• Awareness and Motivation Enhancement
• Skill Development and Problem-Solving
• Resiliency and Self-Worth Support

It can be challenging to find a counsellor, especially when you're experiencing anxiety, crisis, or overwhelm, so I hope we can have a phone conversation to see if I'm a good fit for what you're looking for. I encourage you to ask questions and start looking after your mental and emotional health.

My certifications include:

• Registered Clinical Social Worker (RCSW) with the BC College of Social Workers (BCCSW).
• Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA).

Social Work is a regulated profession, legislated under the Social Workers Act. Registered Social Workers are governed by a regulatory body and adhere to a strict Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.

The counsellor certification is a national service that identifies to the public those counsellors who CCPA recognizes as qualified to provide counselling services in Canada. Obtaining the status of Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) includes recognition of standards of professional preparation, continuing education, and a formal code of ethics. As a self-regulating body, CCPA provides advice and discipline for certified members on matters of professional conduct.

I look forward to working with you!

My certifications include:

• Registered Clinical Social Worker (RCSW) with the BC College of Social Workers (BCCSW).
• Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA).

Social Work is a regulated profession, legislated under the Social Workers Act. Registered Social Workers are governed by a regulatory body and adhere to a strict Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.

The counsellor certification is a national service that identifies to the public those counsellors who CCPA recognizes as qualified to provide counselling services in Canada. Obtaining the status of Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) includes recognition of standards of professional preparation, continuing education, and a formal code of ethics. As a self-regulating body, CCPA provides advice and discipline for certified members on matters of professional conduct.

I look forward to working with you!