Whether you are new to therapy or this is something that’s often on your calendar - welcome. I am delighted you are here.

I acknowledge with deep appreciation that I am privileged to live and practice on the unceded ancestral territory of the Stó:lō people, the Sumas and Matsqui First Nation.

Please take a moment to look at the options of sessions carefully. If you are an existing client, please use the subsequent sessions. If you are new to me, please reach out to me first and I’ll get you set up in my calendar soon. You can reach me at hello@yokogifford.com. I look forward to supporting you.

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I have been blessed to be a teacher for over 15 years and in that time have learned just how powerful our stories are in shaping who we are and how we experience the world. That understanding is what led me to counselling, as I wanted to create a space where people of all ages could feel safe to share their own stories and be truly heard.

As a counsellor, I feel deeply privileged to walk alongside my clients. I take a relationship-first approach, because I believe healing and growth happen through connection. My work is rooted in a humanistic perspective: I believe that we all carry wisdom and strength within us. My role is to listen, to hold space with care and empathy, and to support. Whether I am supporting a child, youth, or adult, my goal is always to honour their unique story and to provide a space where they feel seen, valued, and understood. Outside of counselling, I am a mother of two boys who inspire me daily to see the world with curiosity and compassion. I love cooking, getting lost in a good book, and being outdoors with my animals, where I feel most at peace.

I have been blessed to be a teacher for over 15 years and in that time have learned just how powe... Read More