Sila Yaymaci

Sila worked as an autism service provider and respite worker during her studies, alongside various volunteer work. Currently, she’s working as a clinical intern counsellor while completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. She also volunteers at the Crisis Centre of BC as a crisis services responder, work that has shaped how she shows up for clients in some of their hardest moments.

Sila values being inclusive, and she brings a genuine sense of compassionate curiosity into her sessions. Her focus is on creating a non-judgemental, safe space where clients feel free to explore what’s really going on for them, without fear of being judged or misunderstood. She works collaboratively with each client to build a plan tailored to their specific needs, rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach.

Sila keeps her sessions flexible, adjusting her modality to whatever fits the person in front of her, and she isn’t afraid to bring a bit of humour into the room when it helps. Her goal is to help clients uncover their own strengths and move toward the goals that matter to them. At the core of her approach is a simple belief: that real connection and support, whatever form it takes, can help anyone heal, grow, and transform.

Sila offers individual counselling, with particular experience supporting clients through ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder, life transitions, and concerns within the LGBTQ2+ community. Her approach draws on attachment-based therapy and DBT, alongside CBT and solution-focused techniques depending on what each client needs.

Sila sees clients in person at our Coquitlam Centre, Anson/Westwood location, as well as through virtual care for clients anywhere in BC.