Dr Cristóbal Pacheco
SaveCristóbal Pacheco is a Master Practitioner in Clinical Counselling (MPCC) with the Canadian Professional Counsellors Association (CPCA). He holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and a PhD in Psychology, combining strong academic training with years of clinical experience to help people facing emotional and psychological challenges.
He works with individuals struggling with borderline personality disorder, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and feelings of emptiness or lack of meaning in life. He also works with immigrants and refugees experiencing psychological distress related to migration, cultural adjustment, and identity loss — issues often referred to as part of the migration crisis and its mental health implications.
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Cris’ therapeutic approach is warm, supportive, and integrative, drawing from Humanistic Psychotherapy, Existential Analysis, Logotherapy, and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Cristóbal’s priority is to provide a safe and compassionate space where clients can explore their struggles, gain clarity, and build resilience. He is dedicated to helping people find new ways of coping, improving relationships, and moving toward a life with greater balance, purpose, and hope.
In addition to his counselling work, Cristóbal is a Research Assistant at the University of British Columbia and a member of the Phenomenology and Mental Health Network at the University of Oxford. He has published books and articles on mental health, philosophy, migration, and the study of human experience, which enrich his understanding of the unique challenges each person faces.
Cristóbal is fully fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to provide counselling in either language according to each client’s needs.
Services & prices
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This is a 20 minute PHONE call. It is not an in-person visit. You are not required to be in the office for this appointment.
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Consult required before booking
15-minute telephone consultation for new clients.
50-minute in-person session.
75 Minute Couples Counselling Session - In person
50 Minute Couples Counselling Session - Virtual
75 Minute Couples Counselling Session - Virtual
Can be billed toExtended health plans
Foundations for Mindfulness is a weekly small-group session that provides you with tools for incorporating a mindfulness practice in your daily life. Peer support and practice in community are key pillars, and each session includes body-based practices and mindfulness tools. These sessions are for you if: •You have a general interest in mindfulness •You feel disconnected from your body, feelings, and/or thoughts •You want to practice presence, resilience, stress management, and emotional regulation •Before beginning or alongside other therapy (EMDR, ART, and more.) Sessions available for coverage through insurance and health spending. Sliding scale fees available, please reach out!
This session is for Accelerated Resolution Therapy. If you are interested in ART, please book a consult or regular session with Jean first.
50-minute in-person session.
75 Minute Individual Counselling Session - In person
50-minute Telehealth session.
75 Minute Individual Counselling Session (Virtual)
This 2-hour session is offered to individuals and to couples.
Virtual consultation
Please book a initial phone consultation prior to your first session
*Sliding scale fees available
*Sliding scale fees available upon request.
*Sliding scale fees upon request
Teen Counselling Session - 50 min - In Person
Teen (15-17) Counselling Session- 35 min - In Person
Teen Counselling Session - 35 min - Virtual
Teen Counselling Session - 50 min - Virtual
Can be billed toVeterans Affairs
This session is intended for Veterans seeking in-person therapy.
Can be billed toVeterans Affairs
This session is intended for Veterans seeking online therapy.
Direct billing — not published
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