Counselling Services in Coquitlam & Port Moody
Therapy is a space to feel supported, understood, and less alone. I offer compassionate, evidence-based support for individuals and couples, and supervision/consultation for counsellors. My approach is collaborative and grounded in acceptance, humour, and presence, helping you navigate change, heal from pain, and reconnect with yourself and others.
Therapy Services
Individual Counselling for Trauma, Anxiety, Grief, and Life Transitions
Find clarity, confidence, and relief through one-on-one therapy. I support adults navigating the impact of trauma, anxiety, grief, self-esteem challenges, and major life transitions with evidence-based approaches like EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) strategies. My approach is informed by trauma and attachment theories.
Couples Counselling to Strengthen Connection and Communication
Rebuild trust and strengthen your relationship. Whether you’re healing after infidelity, facing communication breakdowns, navigating intimacy challenges, or adjusting to the changes of parenthood, couples therapy offers a supportive space to repair and reconnect. Together, we’ll explore patterns, foster understanding, and build the tools needed to nurture closeness and resilience in your partnership.
Clinical Supervision and Consultation for Counsellors
For registered or emerging counsellors seeking support and professional growth, supervision provides a collaborative, reflective space to refine your clinical work, process complex cases, and sustain your practice with confidence and care. It’s also a place to reflect on the impact of the work on the person of the therapist and explore how your own experiences and responses show up in the work, to help prevent compassion fatigue and nurture long-term wellbeing.
My Therapeutic Approach
Therapy with me is grounded in compassion, humour, and the belief that you are already capable of healing. My approach is non-pathologizing and trauma-informed, meaning we focus on understanding your experiences and behaviours rather than labelling them. Together, we’ll explore the patterns that keep you stuck and build the tools you need to move toward change with more confidence and ease.
How to Get Started with Counselling
Getting started is simple:
Schedule a Free Consultation
We’ll talk about what’s bringing you in and what you hope to work on.
Meet Elise
A 15-minute online call to connect and see if we’re a good fit.
Create a Personalized Therapy plan
Begin counselling or supervision at a pace that feels right for you.
Common Questions About Therapy
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Yes, I offer secure virtual sessions for clients anywhere in British Columbia.
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Most extended health plans cover Registered Clinical Counsellors (RCCs). I am also an approved ICBC and CVAP provider.
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Our first session is a chance to get to know each other, discuss your goals, and explore next steps together.
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Frequency depends on your needs—some clients prefer weekly sessions, others bi-weekly or monthly.
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Yes. I offer direct billing for many major insurance providers, making it easier to access support without the extra paperwork. Coverage varies depending on your plan, so it’s always best to confirm your eligibility directly with your provider before your first session.
Book A Free Consultation
Reaching out for therapy can feel daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone. Together, we’ll build a space where you can feel grounded, supported, and ready to move forward.