One-on-one sessions
Building coping skills and safely exploring the thoughts, beliefs, and emotions that feel hardest to manage.
Teens & young adults · Parent support
Youth counselling in Victoria, BC
Whether your teen is anxious or pulling away, or a young adult is finding their feet, it can be hard to know where to turn. I help young people build confidence and coping skills, and I work alongside parents when it helps.
- Trauma-Focused CBT trained
- Evening & weekend times
- In person or online
- Receipts for extended health
- ExperienceCommunity mental health work with ages 13 to 30
- ApproachTrauma-Focused CBT, a gold standard for youth
- Sessions50 minutes · $155 individual · $160 family
- Where1711 Cook St, Victoria, or online anywhere in BC
Registered & approved with
- BC Association of Clinical Counsellors
- Canadian Counselling & Psychotherapy Assoc.
- ICBC Recovery Network
- Crime Victim Assistance Program
- First Nations Health Authority
What young people bring
The challenges are real, and so is the support
Before becoming an RCC, I worked in community mental health programs for people aged 13 to 30. Teens and young adults often come to me for help with:
- Anxiety and big emotions
- School stress
- Self-esteem challenges
- Friendships and bullying
- Family dynamics
- Isolation and social media pressure
- Setting healthy boundaries
- Trauma, grief, or low mood
Trauma-Focused CBT
An evidence-based approach built for young people
I'm trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT), a gold standard for helping young people through trauma. It has also been shown to help with mood difficulties and grief.
Family education
Occasional family sessions to strengthen communication and support at home, at school, or at work.
Matched to their stage
Developmentally appropriate tools that help rebuild balance and reconnect with the activities they love.
For parents & caregivers
When your teen is struggling
It can be hard to know where to turn. You're welcome to reach out with your questions first, and we can talk about whether counselling with me is the right fit for your young person.
Good to know
- Family sessions are part of TF-CBT and cost $160 for 50 minutes.
- Sessions are available in person in Victoria or online anywhere in BC, so there's no drive in from the West Shore after school.
- Many extended health plans cover counselling for dependants. Check yours.
- Have a question first? Call the direct line at 250-216-5584.
How it works
Getting started is simpler than it feels.
- 01
Book a free 15-minute call
Pick a time online, including evenings and weekends. We'll talk by phone or video about what's going on and whether my approach feels like a good fit. There's no pressure to continue.
- 02
Choose in person or online
Meet at Empowering Health Clinic in North Park Village, Victoria, or join a secure video session through Jane from anywhere in BC.
- 03
Go at your own pace
We'll set goals that matter to you. Come weekly, every two weeks, or monthly, whatever fits your needs and your life.
What ages do you work with?
I work with teens and young adults, as well as adults. For children, the right fit depends on each child's needs, so feel free to book a free consult to see whether I'm the right fit for your child.
Do parents take part in sessions?
Sometimes. Trauma-Focused CBT includes occasional family sessions that help you support your young person at home and school. Most of the work happens in one-on-one sessions.
Who should book the free consult?
Either a parent or the young person can reach out. It's a relaxed 15-minute call to ask questions and see whether my approach feels like a good fit.
Can my teen do sessions online?
Yes. Secure video sessions run through Jane for anyone located in British Columbia, which can be easier around school and activities.
Is youth counselling covered by insurance?
Many extended health plans cover an RCC or CCC, including for dependants. You'll get a receipt after each session to submit to your plan.
Cost & coverage
Clear rates, and help using your coverage.
Free consultation
$0
15 minutes by phone or video, for new clients.
Individual session
$155
50 minutes, in person or online.
Ways to pay
- Receipts for extended health plans
- Direct billing to ICBC, CVAP & FNHA
- Sliding-scale rates available
Whenever you're ready, I'm here.
Book a free 15-minute consult. It's a chance to ask questions and see how it feels, with no pressure to book a session afterward.
- Accepting new clients
- Evening & weekend availability