Individual Counselling
The adult clients I work with often value personal growth and meaningful connection. They may be thoughtful, sensitive, and high-capacity people who feel tired from carrying too much for too long, navigating complex relationships, or struggling with a harsh inner critic. In our work, we redefine what “doing” means in therapy: slowing down to better understand patterns, while integrating clear insight, practical tools, and emotional processing to support meaningful change.
Individual counselling is a collaborative, confidential space where you can explore thoughts, emotions, and experiences with support and guidance. Therapy can help you better understand yourself, develop coping skills, and move toward meaningful change at your own pace.
Common reasons people seek individual counselling:
Anxiety, perfectionism, and hyper-independence
Depression, low mood, or loss of motivation
Relationship or family challenges - including divorce and blended families
Life transitions (school, career, parenthood, separation)
Burnout, compassion fatigue, or workplace stress
Eating concerns or body image challenges
Grief & loss
Complex & developmental traumas
ADHD & neurodivergent experience
Men’s mental health
First Responders & Healthcare / Frontline Professionals
The first responders and healthcare professionals I work with often carry the weight of high-stress, high-responsibility roles and may be struggling with burnout, anxiety, trauma, grief, or the impact their work has on their relationships and sense of self. Therapy offers a space to slow down, process what’s been carried alone, and reconnect with yourself beyond the role you hold.
First responders and healthcare/frontline professionals often face repeated exposure to high-stress, traumatic, and emotionally intense situations. Over time, this can impact mental health, relationships, and overall well-being—even for those who are highly trained and resilient.
This counselling service may be a good fit if you are a:
Paramedic, firefighter, police officer, or correctional officer
Dispatch professional or emergency services staff
Healthcare worker, frontline medical professional, or support staff
Military member, veteran, or family member of a service member
I’ve had family and friends who work in these high-stress professions which has deepened my understanding of performance pressure, emotional suppression, and how coping strategies, including substance use and behavioural addictions, can develop in response to trauma and demanding environments. This perspective guides my work with first responders and frontline professionals.
I offer counselling specifically tailored to first responders and frontline professionals in British Columbia, and I am listed in the Wounded Warrior Canada directory.
Common Concerns First Responders Bring to Therapy:
Operational stress injuries (OSI) and cumulative trauma
PTSD or trauma-related symptoms (flashbacks, hypervigilance, avoidance)
Anxiety, depression, or emotional numbing
Sleep difficulties, nightmares, or chronic fatigue
Moral injury or distress related to difficult calls or decisions
Burnout, compassion fatigue, or loss of meaning in work
Relationship strain, irritability, or emotional withdrawal
Substance use concerns as a coping strategy
Transitioning out of service or returning after injury/leave
How Counselling Can Help:
Process traumatic or critical incidents at your own pace
Develop practical tools for stress, sleep, and emotional regulation
Understand how trauma and chronic stress affect the nervous system
Strengthen relationships and communication with loved ones
Reconnect with values, identity, and purpose beyond the job
Build resilience and sustainable coping strategies for long-term well-being
Sessions are paced collaboratively and respect the unique culture, demands, and confidentiality concerns of first responder/frontline communities.
Rates & Availability
Individual sessions:
50 minutes: $165
75 minutes: $220
Sessions are available Monday-Friday with a mix of daytime and evening availability. Check out the Locations tab to learn more based on the office location (or online) option that works best for you.
Many extended health care plans provide coverage for counselling sessions with a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC). Check your plan for coverage details.