ACW Counselling

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Internal Family Systems & Relational Somatic Therapy

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I am a Comox Valley counsellor and offer sessions virtually and in-person with an inclusive and trauma-informed approach. The teachings/trainings that inform my practice the most are relational somatic therapy & Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy. More recently I've been tuning into ancient stories and connection with land and spirit and will often weave these teachings into my offerings as well. I also hold registration as a clinical counsellor with the BCACC.

I humbly acknowledge that I reside on unceded Indigenous lands belonging ancestrally to the Pentlatch, E’ikwsan, and K'ómoks peoples, who are the past, present, and future stewards of this place

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I identify as a cis-gendered, queer-curious settler of Irish, Celtic and Indo-European descent. In my work and personal life I endeavour to dismantle forms of discrimination and marginalization and understand I hold privileges that allow me to do so. I welcome folx of all identities into my space and hope to co-create as much safety as possible together.
Meetings are typically 55 or 75 minutes long for individuals folks or there is a 90 minute option for relationship meetings. Different lengths of sessions can be discussed prior to commencing counselling.
I offer a sliding scale fee system (with limited space). The cost of a full-fee session depends on it’s length: 55 minute sessions are $150, 75 minute sessions are $165, outdoor sessions are $175 and relationship sessions are 90 minutes and $235. Here is the fee guide from the BCACC for 2024. Although I am a more experienced counsellor, I still charge on the lower end of this guide. I hope that one day mental health support will be covered within our health systems and I acknowledge how unaffordable counselling support is for most folks.
payments accepted: cash, cheque, e-transfer (e-transfers can be sent to hi@acwcounselling.com)
Many extended health care plans will reimburse a portion or the full fee amount of counselling with a Registered Clinical Psychotherapist/Counsellor (RCC). Check with your healthcare plan to see if you have coverage. If you do, you will need to pay me in full and I will provide you with a receipt with my RCC #14460. You will then be able to file a claim with your health care provider and receive reimbursement from them.
Please provide 48 hours notice for cancellations or rescheduling. If less than 48 hours notice is provided or an appointment is missed, you will be charged the full amount for a session. If you’re not feeling well enough to meet in person, an online option will always be available to you. I always consider the circumstances and collaborate on what fee feels fair for missed sessions if you are ill.
If you are running late, please call or text to inform me.