Paulina Alanis
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Location: Chinatown, Yukon & Broadway, Virtual
Days and Hours:
Monday 1:00pm - 5:00pm (Virtual)
Wednesday 1:00pm - 5:00pm (Virtual)
Thursday 9:00am - 1:15pm (Chinatown)
Friday 9:00am - 2:00pm (Yukon & Broadway)
If you are seeking online sessions outside of Paulina’s listed availability, please contact her directly to discuss options.
Practicum ends December 2026.
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Primary Approach: Integrative, grounded in Gestalt, attachment, and somatic therapy
Therapeutic Perspectives: Trauma-informed, emotion-focused, systemic, narrative, and cognitive approaches; culturally responsive, intersectional feminist, queer-affirming, sex-positive, and kink-affirming
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Areas of support include, but are not limited to:
Grief and loss
BIPOC individuals
Immigration experiences
ADHD and neurodivergence
Anxiety and depression
Trauma and intergenerational healing
Sexuality, including experiences of sexual violence
Interpersonal relationships and social skills
Older adults and aging-related concerns
Latinx experiences and identities
Family systems and relational dynamics
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Master’s Degree in Gestalt Therapy
Bio
Hi, I’m Paulina.
For over five years, I have supported teens and young adults navigating trauma, grief, anxiety, sexuality concerns, and many other challenges that can emerge within relationships, family, and broader social contexts. I provide counselling in English and Spanish.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, stuck, or unsure of where to begin. My approach is grounded in humanistic and body-centered perspectives, and I believe that each person is the expert of their own life. During our work together, you can expect a warm, transparent, curious, and playful energy. I value authenticity and believe therapy is a space where we can slow down and become curious about what is happening within you—your emotions, body, relationships, and patterns—without judgment. I will offer guidance and perspective while respecting your pace, autonomy, and goals.
We can explore what your experiences may be telling you and, hopefully, what you need moving forward. I believe that even the parts of ourselves we may struggle to understand deserve curiosity and compassion.
As someone who has immigrated and built a life across cultures and languages, I understand how culture, identity, belonging, family expectations, and navigating a new environment can shape our mental health and sense of self. I also know that communicating across languages can sometimes mean finding new ways to express experiences that are difficult to put into words. I strive to create a culturally respectful and supportive space where you can show up as you are.
If it sounds like we might be a good fit, I welcome you to reach out.
Hola, soy Paulina
Durante más de cinco años, he acompañado principalmente a adolescentes y adultos jóvenes que atraviesan trauma, duelo, ansiedad, inquietudes relacionadas con la sexualidad y otros desafíos en sus relaciones, familias y contextos de vida. Ofrezco terapia en español e inglés.
Si te sientes abrumadx, desconectadx, estancadx o no sabes por dónde empezar, podemos explorar juntxs lo que estás viviendo. Mi enfoque es humanista partiendo de la creencia de que cada persona es experta en su propia vida. En nuestra terapia puedes esperar una energía cálida, transparente, curiosa y con sentido del humor, siempre respetando tu ritmo, autonomía y tus objetivos.
Me interesa explorar no solo lo que piensas y sientes, sino también lo que ocurre en tu cuerpo, tus relaciones y tus patrones. Creo que incluso las partes de nosotros que nos cuesta entender merecen ser tratadas con curiosidad y compasión.
Como alguien que ha migrado y construido una vida entre diferentes culturas y lenguas, comprendo cómo la cultura, la identidad, la pertenencia y las expectativas familiares pueden influir en nuestra salud mental. También entiendo que, al vivir entre idiomas, a veces necesitamos encontrar distintas maneras de poner en palabras lo que sentimos. Busco crear un espacio culturalmente respetuoso y seguro, donde puedas ser tú mismo/a.
Si sientes que podríamos hacer buen equipo, te invito a contactarme.
Image Description: Paulina is centered in the photo, smiling with her teeth. She sits at a table outdoors. Her short hair is styled half up, half down. She wears a white long-sleeve shirt and a heart-shaped gold necklace. The background is slightly blurred, with trees and buildings behind her. Photo Credit: Alexandra Perzabal
Paulina Alanis
(she/her/hers)
Student Counsellor
In-Person and Virtual Sessions
Paulina is currently accepting new clients!
Please email us at connect@collective-healing.ca to connect with Paulina for counselling services. For existing clients, self-book here.