Mental Health Counselling
Mental health therapy is an integral part of overall wellness. While many may seek out therapy for assistance in managing crisis situations (relationship breakdown, assault) others may seek therapy for growth and actualization. Regardless of your reason for seeking therapy, and regardless of your therapist's background or clinical orientation, the goal of your therapist will be to use their expertise in human development, emotions, and behaviour, to help you alleviate any suffering and assist you in creating change in your life.
Working with a licensed therapist can help you develop insights into your challenges, learn coping skills to manage your difficulties and create a new level of self understanding. A licensed therapist's approach will depend on their unique training and qualifications, but one thing is consistent across the entire helping profession: a therapist is there for you as an empathetic, non judgemental support and advocate for you and to help you reach your goals.
What is Mental Health Counselling?
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Free 15-minute consultation offered for new clients. Please take this opportunity to ask questions you may have and see if we feel like a good fit.
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We will connect via Confidential Video connection for Virtual Sessions.
In a session you will be met with a safe, inclusive, and deeply supportive space to work with whatever challenges may be present for you. With compassion and support you will be given the opportunity to go inward and discover your own authentic voice and innate wisdom to support healing, freedom, and clarity. We will use a mix of modalities including Expressive Arts Therapy, mindfulness, somatic and self-inquiry. * All sessions are set in Mountain time (Golden BC time)
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In a session you will be met with a safe, inclusive, and deeply supportive space to work with whatever challenges may be present for you. With compassion and support you will be given the opportunity to go inward and discover your own authentic voice and innate wisdom to support healing, freedom, and clarity. We will use a mix of modalities including Expressive Arts Therapy, mindfulness, somatic and self-inquiry. * All sessions are set in Mountain time (Golden BC time)
FAQ
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Counselling is tailored to your specific needs. Your therapist is specially trained to assess your needs and support you in your healing process. We will use a mix of modalities including Expressive Arts Therapy, mindfulness, somatic and self-inquiry. Sessions may include learning coping skills, discussing challenges, identifying areas for change and growth, and more.
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There are no limitations on content in counselling sessions. You are encouraged to share anything you feel comfortable sharing, and this may change and morph as you grow more comfortable with your counsellor and as therapy deepens.
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Licensed therapists are bound by ethical principles as outlined by their specific licensing bodies. Clients are guaranteed confidentiality, with specific limitations as outlined in legislation. Your therapist will discuss confidentiality with you in detail at your first session.
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Rates for in person or virtual 60 minute Counselling Sessions are $135.
Rates for in person or virtual 90 minute Counselling Sessions are $200.
If you have access to third party health benefits, you are encouraged to verify your coverage directly with your benefit provider. Coverages may be provided for Social Work, Clinical Counselling or Psychology services. All plans vary, so ensure you verify your insurance coverage prior to your intake appointment. -
Most health insurance plans will cover mental health counselling. Heather Barrett is a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor in BC. Please check with your specific insurance plan.
Feel free to email Heather directly to discuss: