Please note that Paulette Tomasson is available to see clients on Wednesdays & Thursdays in West Vancouver.


A Registered Clinical Counsellor in Vancouver, BC

Paulette Tomasson

Depend on Paulette Tomasson when you need the support of a respected and registered clinical counsellor in Vancouver, BC. Paulette is known for building supportive therapeutic relationships and creating a safe, nurturing environment where clients are encouraged to find their true purpose and essence in life. She offers both individual and group therapy sessions designed to promote growth, self-discovery, and confidence. Above all, Paulette aims to enhance the way her clients experience the world around them.

Call now to schedule an appointment. Please note that Skype sessions are available for clients that can’t travel to Paulette’s office in North Vancouver.

Practice Areas

Paulette has extensive experience in:

  • Counselling

  • Psychodrama

  • Experiential Therapy

  • Somatic Experiencing

  • Equine Therapy

  • Sex Therapy

  • Teaching

Her areas of practice include:

  • Stress-Related Disorders

  • Trauma

  • Addictions

  • Life Issues

  • Healthy Sexuality

Psychodrama & Sex Therapy

Overcome sex addiction, stress, and trauma with the power of psychodrama therapy. In this approach, Paulette uses dramatization, role-playing, storytelling, and other techniques to help her clients gain insight into their behaviours and thoughts. This innovative therapeutic technique has helped countless people overcome obstacles and gain a new perspective.

About Paulette Tomasson

With a health care career spanning more than 30 years, Paulette has demonstrated the vision, passion, and dedication required to be considered one of North America’s top practitioners.

Founder of ACARA

Paulette founded Addiction Counselling and Resource Associates (ACARA) in response to the large and unmet demand for her services throughout Vancouver, the lower mainland, and the rest of the province. ACARA’s purpose is to help heal individuals struggling with compulsive sexual behaviour. The organization also provides supervision for physicians, psychotherapists, and other sex addiction professionals and supports clients dealing with grief, stress, trauma, and loss.

Education & Awards

Paulette is a highly trained psychotherapist with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (University of Saskatchewan) and a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology (Antioch University in Seattle). She is also a member of many professional organizations regionally and internationally, including the College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia, the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors, the Canadian Nurses Association, and the Society for the Advancement of Sexual Health (SASH). Additionally, Paulette has presented at many conferences and events, including the World Conference of Family Physicians.

In 2005, Paulette was honoured with the Award of Excellence in Nursing Practice, and in 2006, she received the Friend of Guatemala Award from OPSA in Guatemala City for her work supporting individuals with trauma and addictions.

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Contact Paulette Tomasson in Vancouver, BC, to book a therapy session. Paulette offers Skype sessions for clients who are unable to make it to her office.