Registered Clinical Counselling.

In our counselling sessions, you will receive a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs and goals. Our counselors collaborate with you to develop effective coping strategies, enhance self-awareness, and build resilience. Through empathetic listening and targeted therapeutic interventions, we aim to empower you to make positive changes, improve your emotional well-being, and achieve a greater sense of fulfillment in your life.

Whether you're seeking support for managing stress, navigating life transitions, or addressing past traumas, our clinical counselling services are designed to help you gain insight, build resilience, and work towards emotional healing and personal growth.

Registered Clinical Counselling.

Our clinical counselling services in Parksville, BC, offer a supportive and confidential space for you to explore your emotions, thoughts, and behaviours without judgment. Our experienced counsellors employ evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy, to address various mental health concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression or trauma.

Our Registered Clinical Counsellors are highly qualified and are thoroughly trained in various therapeutic approaches, such as:

  • CBT is a structured, goal-oriented therapy that helps individuals identify and challenge negative thought patterns and behaviours. It focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and actions, helping clients develop healthier ways of thinking and behaving.

  • EFT is a structured approach to couples therapy based on attachment theory. It helps partners understand and express their emotions in ways that create a stronger emotional bond, promoting greater intimacy and resolving conflicts.

  • SFBT is a goal-directed, future-focused therapy that emphasizes finding solutions rather than focusing on problems. It encourages clients to envision their preferred future and identify the steps they can take to move toward that future.

  • CFT is a therapeutic approach that helps individuals and couples develop self-compassion and compassion for others. It focuses on understanding and addressing the role of shame and self-criticism in emotional difficulties.

  • Mindfulness-Based theory teaches mindfulness meditation to help clients manage stress, pain, and emotional challenges by focusing on the present moment without judgment.

  • IFS views the mind as made up of multiple "parts," each with its own perspectives, feelings, and roles. These parts often include vulnerable or wounded parts (known as exiles), protective parts (managers and firefighters), and a core, compassionate Self. The goal of IFS is to help clients identify and understand these different parts, heal the wounded parts, and restore balance by allowing the Self to lead.

  • ACT helps clients accept difficult thoughts and feelings rather than fighting them, while committing to actions that align with their values. The goal is to increase psychological flexibility, enabling clients to live more fulfilling lives despite challenges.

  • DBT combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness, emphasizing emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improving relationships.

  • Psychodynamic therapy explores unconscious thoughts and feelings to help clients understand how past experiences influence current behavior and emotions.

  • Gestalt therapy emphasizes awareness of the present moment and personal responsibility, encouraging clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to foster growth.

  • Hypnotherapy uses guided relaxation, intense concentration, and focused attention to achieve a heightened state of awareness, often referred to as a trance. In this state, individuals may be more open to suggestions and able to explore difficult emotions, memories, or behavioral patterns.

  • Irene Champagne

    M.Ed., RCC

  • Dr. Bonnie Steele

    Practicum Therapist

  • Kaitlyn Kraatz

    MA, MACP, RCC

Our rates

Registered Clinical Counselling

Low-Cost Therapy (with practicum therapist)

This service can not be direct billed

Online or in-person, this time will be spent in confidence with your Registered Clinical Counsellor. Pricing is consistent for Individual sessions, Family Sessions & Couple’s Therapy.

60 mins | $150 - $165 | Book Now 

Online or in-person, book with our highly trained clinical intern, Dr. Bonnie Steele as she completes her supervised hours under Irene Champagne, RCC.

60 mins | $65 | Book Now 

Take the first step towards a healthier, more fulfilling life. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with one of our Registered Clinical Counsellors (RCC) in Parksville, BC. We are here to support you on your journey to emotional well-being.

Convenient Direct Billing

We understand that managing healthcare expenses can be challenging, which is why we offer direct billing services to make your experience as smooth and stress-free as possible. Our clinic directly bills most major insurance providers, allowing you to focus on your healing journey without worrying about upfront costs. This convenience is just one of the many ways we strive to support you in achieving your health goals.

More about our Direct billing here.

FAQ’s:

  • Yes, clinical counselling is confidential. RCCs adhere to strict confidentiality guidelines, meaning that what you discuss in sessions is private and cannot be shared without your consent, except in certain circumstances where there is a risk of harm to yourself or others or as required by law.

  • In BC, registered clinical counsellors must have a minimum of a master’s degree in counselling psychology or a related field, and they must meet the stringent registration requirements set by the BCACC, including supervised clinical experience and adherence to a professional code of ethics.

  • Many extended health benefit plans cover clinical counselling provided by an RCC. It's advisable to check with your insurance provider to understand the extent of your coverage and any specific requirements.

  • In BC, you do not need a referral to see a registered clinical counsellor. However, some insurance plans may require a referral from a doctor to be eligible for reimbursement, so it's best to confirm with your insurance provider.

  • Clinical counselling can address a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationship problems, grief, and life transitions. It can also provide support for personal development and enhance overall mental health and well-being.

  • During your first session, your RCC will conduct an initial assessment, which includes discussing your health history, current concerns, and goals for therapy. They will then explain the counselling process, and you will have the opportunity to ask any questions before the session begins.

    Come prepared to discuss your current issues and goals for therapy. It may be helpful to reflect on your thoughts, feelings, and any specific concerns you want to address in counselling.

  • You can verify the credentials of an RCC by checking the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors’ online registry, where you can search for registered practitioners and view their status.