Counselling & Social Work
A confidential space to think clearly.
One-on-one counselling with a Registered Social Worker (RSW), in person or virtual, for stress, low mood, and life’s harder stretches.
Confidential and one-on-one
Person-centred, at your pace
In person or virtual
Registered Social Worker
- Practitioner
- Registered Social Worker (RSW)
- Session length
- About 50 minutes
- Direct billing
- Sun Life live today, more insurers in progress
- Format
- In person or virtual
What we help with
You do not need a diagnosis to start.
Stress and anxiety
Tools to calm a busy mind and feel steadier day to day.
Low mood
Space to talk things through and rebuild momentum.
Burnout and overwhelm
Make sense of what is draining you and find a sustainable way forward.
Life transitions
Support through change in career, relationships, parenthood, or loss.
Self-esteem and confidence
Self-talk, boundaries, and a kinder relationship with yourself.
Relationship challenges
Understand patterns and communicate more clearly.
Sleep and worry
Strategies to quiet racing thoughts and rest better.
Healthy routines
Habits around movement, recovery, and rest that last.
Counselling offers support and skills, not a medical diagnosis or cure. If you are in crisis or need urgent help, contact your local emergency services or a crisis line.
Counselling coordinated with the rest of your care, not separate from it.
Our approach
How we work with you.
These methods are blended to fit your goals and your pace.
Person-centred
You set the direction; sessions follow what matters most to you.
CBT-informed
Practical ways to notice unhelpful thought patterns and respond differently.
Solution-focused
Build on what is already working, in small, doable steps.
Strengths-based
Start from your strengths and resilience rather than only what feels hard.
Collaborative goal-setting
Goals agreed together and revisited as your needs change.
Care coordinated with the clinic
Coordinated with the clinic's other services, including Clinical Pilates and recovery.
What to expect
You do not need it all figured out before you book.
Getting to know you
Your first session covers what brings you in and what you are hoping for, and together we shape a few clear goals. Nothing has to be disclosed before you are ready.
The work in session
A confidential, one-on-one space to talk things through and build practical skills, drawing on CBT-informed and solution-focused work at a pace set with you.
Ongoing support
We revisit your goals and adjust as you progress. Some people come for a short stretch; others stay longer. You control how often you come.
Fees & booking
Counselling fees.
Every session links straight to live availability on Jane; virtual sessions are shown in the menu.
- Initial Consultation by Registered Social Worker$160
- Subsequent Consultation by Registered Social Worker$160
- Virtual Initial Consultation by Registered Social WorkerVirtual$160
- Virtual Subsequent Consultation by Registered Social WorkerVirtual$160
- Couple Consultation by Registered Social Worker$190
Extended health receipts are provided; direct billing is rolling out now (Sun Life live today, more insurers coming). See the Insurance page for the current list.
Your counsellor
Bopo Chan
RSW
Registered Social Worker with the British Columbia College of Social Workers, bringing nine years of counselling and clinical experience. Holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Hong Kong, completed with Distinction, and provides trauma-informed, person-centred, culturally responsive care. Focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and motor vehicle accident recovery through collaborative, non-judgmental support.
Who counselling is for
If any of these sound like you.
- Adults feeling stressed, anxious, or stretched thin
- Anyone navigating a transition in career, relationships, parenthood, or loss
- People who want practical tools, not just a place to vent
- Those rebuilding confidence, boundaries, or a kinder relationship with themselves
- People who want mental health support coordinated with their physical care
- Anyone curious about counselling and wanting a no-pressure first step
Good to know
Counselling FAQs.
What happens in a first session?
We talk about what brings you in and what you are hoping for, then shape a few goals together. There is nothing to prepare and nothing you have to share before you feel ready.
Is counselling confidential?
Yes. What you share stays between you and your counsellor, within the standard professional and legal limits that protect safety.
How long are sessions and how often should I come?
Individual sessions usually run about 50 minutes. Many people start weekly or every other week, then space sessions out; the pace is always yours to adjust.
Do you provide receipts or direct billing?
Yes. Counselling is delivered by a Registered Social Worker (RSW), and receipts are provided for your extended health plan. Direct billing is rolling out now: Sun Life is live today, with more insurers coming (see our Insurance page for the current list). Coverage varies by plan, so check your benefits for registered social work or counselling.
Is counselling right for me?
Counselling can help if you feel stuck, stressed, low, or simply want space to think things through. It is support, not a medical cure, and you do not need to be in crisis to benefit.
What approaches do you use?
Sessions are person-centred and evidence-informed, drawing on CBT-informed, solution-focused, and strengths-based approaches, shaped around your goals and pace.
Looking for other care? Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine, Registered Massage Therapy, or see all health care at the clinic.
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Book a counselling session
Book a confidential session online through Jane, or call the clinic with any questions first.