Therapy

Therapy, in my opinion, is the coming together of two or more minds to connect and aid in each others’ growth and understanding of the world. It is a safe place where one may gain insight about oneself, others, and the world around them. Therapy allows for us to unpack and process all that we have experienced with the support of healthy techniques and tools, such as mindfulness, which assists in easing one’s mind, body and spirit.

The terms “therapy” and “counselling” are often used interchangeably, but they can have slightly different connotations depending on context and region. In general, both therapy and counselling involve a professional helping individuals address their psychological, emotional, and behavioral challenges to improve their well-being and functioning. Here are some distinctions that are commonly made:

• Therapy: Therapy often implies a broader and more comprehensive approach to addressing mental health concerns. It may be long-term and delve deeper into the individual’s past and unconscious processes. It is commonly associated with addressing severe mental health issues such as clinical depression, anxiety disorders, trauma, and personality disorders.
• Counselling: Counselling typically focuses on specific issues or challenges and is often considered shorter-term and more solution-focused. It is often used for addressing situational problems, improving communication, and providing guidance during life transitions.

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Virtual safety: use a secure Wi-Fi connection, protect your password, delete e-mails and texts on a regular basis, applications on phone/computer have access to your information therefore set limits, regularly scan for viruses and malware.

All content addressed in therapy is confidential within the limits of the law. Material that demonstrates abuse, child abuse, endangering oneself or the life of another, for instance, will result in a breach of confidentiality.

A therapist is a masters level professional that is able to provide talk therapy. A psychologist is a doctorate level professional that is able to provide talk therapy and conduct assessments. Finally a psychiatrist is a medical doctor that is able to provide talk therapy, conduct assessments and prescribe medication.

Child and youth, family, parenting, trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, anger, addictions, grief and loss, relationship/couples.

Art Therapy – a creative approach using art-making to express emotions, process trauma, and foster self-discovery

Play Therapy – a child-centered therapy that uses play to help children communicate feelings, resolve conflicts, and develop coping skills

Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) – a therapeutic approach that helps individuals and couples identify, understand, and transform difficult emotions to improve relationships and personal growth

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) – a structured, goal-oriented therapy that focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors to improve emotional well-being

Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) – a skills-based therapy designed to help individuals regulate emotions, manage distress, and improve interpersonal effectiveness, often used for borderline personality disorder and chronic emotional struggles

Solution-Focused Therapy – a goal-oriented approach that emphasizes identifying and building on clients’ strengths to create practical solutions for immediate change

Existential Therapy – a reflective approach that explores life’s deeper questions—such as meaning, purpose, freedom, and mortality—to help individuals live authentically and with intention

Gestalt Therapy – an experiential therapy that focuses on self-awareness and personal responsibility, encouraging individuals to fully experience and integrate their thoughts, feelings, and actions in the present moment

Narrative Therapy – a collaborative approach that helps individuals reframe and rewrite their life stories, separating themselves from limiting beliefs and empowering them to see themselves as the authors of their own lives

Mindfulness Based Practices – a practice of cultivating present-moment awareness and non-judgmental acceptance to reduce stress, enhance emotional regulation, and promote overall well-being

Individual: $165

Couples: $205

Families: $240

Letters: $165

We provide letters for the following purposes:

1. Legal/Court Purposes

2. Confirmation of Attendance of Counselling

If you are needing to cancel or reschedule your appointment, kindly provide 24 hours notice. Missed appointments and cancellations reported under 24 hours or not at all are subject to a cancellation fee of 50% of the cost of your missed session. Cancellation fees must be paid prior to your next session.

Counselling is covered under your Extended Health Benefits Plan (i.e., Pacific Blue Cross and CanadaLife). Please contact your provider to determine the allotted amount for therapy services. Please note that we direct bill to Sunlife, CanadaLife, ICBC, & FNHA. For all other extended benefit providers, you will pay at the beginning of each session and a receipt will be issued for you to submit to your provider.