In-Person Counselling in Coquitlam & Victoria · Online Across BC
When Life Feels Overwhelming, You Don’t Have to Carry It Alone
Compassionate, personalized counselling for anxiety, burnout, trauma, relationships and difficult life transitions.
Our team supports adults, couples, children, teens and families in Coquitlam, Victoria and online across British Columbia.
- Individual, couples, child, teen & family support
- In-person and secure online appointments
- Daytime, evening and weekend availability
Same-day response to inquiries Monday–Friday
Jessa Turner, MPCC Founder & Counsellor, Trueself Counselling Part of a team offering different areas of experience, approaches and ways of working.
- Children, Teens, Adults & Families
- In-Person in Coquitlam & Victoria
- Online Counselling Across BC
- Free 20-Minute Consultation
Maybe You've Been Holding It Together for a Long Time
You're getting through work, relationships and everything that needs to be done—but inside, you may feel exhausted, anxious, disconnected or unsure why things feel harder than they used to.
Maybe your mind won't switch off. You keep second-guessing yourself. You say yes when you want to say no. The same arguments keep happening. Or something has changed, and you don't quite feel like yourself anymore.
You don't need to have the right words for what's happening before you reach out.
Finding the Right Fit Matters
Meet a Counsellor Who Feels Like the Right Fit
You don't need to fit yourself into one approach to counselling. Our counsellors bring different experiences, perspectives and ways of working, so you can find support that feels right for you.
Coquitlam · Online Across BC
Jessa Turner, MPCC
Founder & Counsellor · Anxiety, Burnout & Overthinking
Jessa offers practical, compassionate counselling for people who feel overwhelmed, exhausted or caught in patterns of overthinking. Her approach is collaborative, down-to-earth and focused on finding workable ways forward.
Areas of Support Anxiety · Burnout · Chronic Stress · Overthinking · Self-Doubt · Life Transitions · Relationship Stress
Coquitlam · Online Across BC
Roxanne Hahn, RTC
Counsellor · Trauma, Relationships & Nervous System Support
Roxanne offers trauma-informed, relational counselling that looks beyond symptoms to the experiences, relationships and environments that shape how you move through the world.
Areas of Support Trauma · Identity · Neurodivergence · LGBTQ+ Experiences · Relationships · Somatic & Nervous System Work · Couples & Family Systems
Online Across BC · Children, Youth, Adults & Families
Lina Abbas, CCC
Counsellor · Warm, Practical & Supportive Counselling
Lina offers warm, patient and practical support for children, youth, adults and families. She creates a calm, supportive space where clients can build trust and develop healthy ways of coping.
Areas of Support Anxiety · Trauma · Depression · Stress · Emotional Challenges · Life Transitions · Relationships · English & Arabic
Victoria Fridays · Online Across BC
Natasha Carville, RCC
Counsellor · Trauma-Informed & Compassionate Support
Natasha offers compassionate, trauma-informed counselling where trust can develop gradually and difficult experiences can be explored at a pace that feels manageable.
Areas of Support Trauma · Substance-Use Concerns · Anxiety · Depression · Grief & Loss · Life Transitions · Relationships · Violence & Abuse · Women's Concerns
Professional, Qualified Counselling Across BC Our team includes counsellors with recognized professional credentials, ongoing clinical training and experience across a range of therapeutic approaches.
Still not sure who you'd feel most comfortable with? Tell us a little about what you're looking for and we'll help connect you with a counsellor who may be a good fit.
Help Me Find a CounsellorCounselling Services
Counselling in Coquitlam, Victoria & Online Across BC
Whether you're looking for support for yourself, your relationship or your child, our counsellors offer different areas of experience and ways of working. Explore our counselling services to find support that fits what you're facing.
Individual Counselling
Space to focus on what you need.
Anxiety · Stress · Overthinking · Self-Esteem · Depression · Life Transitions
Explore Individual Counselling
Couples Counselling
When you love each other but keep getting stuck.
Communication · Conflict · Trust · Connection · Relationship Patterns
Explore Couples Counselling
Child & Teen Counselling
Support when growing up feels overwhelming.
Anxiety · Big Emotions · Stress · Confidence · Neurodivergence · Life Changes
Explore Child & Teen Counselling
Trauma-Informed Counselling
You don't have to tell your story before you're ready.
Trauma · Difficult Experiences · Nervous System Responses · Safety · Healing
Explore Trauma Counselling
Anxiety Counselling
When your mind rarely gives you a break.
Overthinking · Worry · Perfectionism · People-Pleasing · Feeling Constantly On Alert
Explore Anxiety Counselling
Burnout Counselling
When you're still functioning—but running on empty.
Chronic Stress · Exhaustion · Self-Pressure · Disconnection · Difficulty Slowing Down
Explore Burnout CounsellingWhat Could Feel Different?
Counselling can help you understand yourself more clearly, feel less overwhelmed and have more choice in how you respond to what life brings.
Feel More Grounded
Manage stress and strong emotions without feeling so overwhelmed.
Understand Yourself
Recognize the patterns and experiences influencing how you feel and respond.
Feel Less Exhausted
Create healthier limits, make room for rest and ease the pressure to keep pushing.
Make Sense of Difficult Experiences
Explore what still affects you at a pace that feels manageable.
Feel More Connected
Understand relationship patterns, communicate more clearly and express what you need.
Feel More Like Yourself
Reconnect with your needs, values and confidence.
Change looks different for everyone. We'll work with you toward goals that feel meaningful and realistic for your life.
Have a question before booking?
Have a question before booking a consultation? Leave your name and either your email address or cell number below, and Jessa will reach out to you the same day.
Support Where You Are
Counselling in Coquitlam, Victoria & Online Across BC
Choose the way counselling works best for you. Meet with a counsellor in person in Coquitlam or Victoria, or connect through secure online counselling anywhere in British Columbia.
In-Person Counselling in Coquitlam
Looking for a counsellor in Coquitlam? Meet with us in our welcoming Austin Heights office for support with anxiety, burnout, trauma, relationships, life transitions and more.
Austin Heights · #1–1111 Austin Avenue · Coquitlam, BC
In-Person Counselling in Victoria
Prefer to meet face-to-face? In-person counselling is available in Victoria on Fridays, with trauma-informed support for anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, relationships, substance-use concerns and life transitions.
Friday appointments · Natasha Carville, RCC
Online Counselling Across British Columbia
Counselling can come to you. Connect securely from home with online counselling available across BC for anxiety, burnout, trauma, relationships, self-esteem, life transitions and more.
Secure virtual appointments · Available across BC
Not sure which counsellor is right for you?
Start with a free 20-minute consultation. We'll help you explore what kind of support and counsellor may fit what you're looking for.
Many extended health benefit plans provide coverage for counselling services. Coverage depends on your individual plan and the credentials of your chosen counsellor. Please confirm your eligibility directly with your insurance provider before booking.
You Don't Have to Figure Everything Out Before You Begin
Maybe you know exactly what you want help with. Maybe you just know something doesn't feel right anymore. Either is enough. A free 20-minute consultation is a simple place to start.
Counselling Support That Meets You Where You Are
It is normal to have questions before beginning counselling. Here are answers to some of the questions clients often ask before taking the next step.
Do I need a diagnosis to begin counselling?
No. You do not need a formal diagnosis to begin counselling. Many people reach out because they feel anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck in recurring patterns or unlike themselves. Counselling can begin with what you are currently experiencing.
How do I choose the right counsellor?
Consider the counsellor's areas of experience, therapeutic approach, availability and whether their way of working feels comfortable to you. You can explore our counsellor profiles or contact us for help identifying someone whose experience may fit what you are looking for.
What concerns can your counsellors support?
Our team supports adults, couples, children and teens experiencing concerns such as anxiety, burnout, chronic stress, trauma, grief and loss, depression, neurodivergence, substance-use concerns, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties and challenging life transitions. Areas of experience vary between counsellors, so reviewing individual profiles can help you find an appropriate fit.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
Our counsellors use trauma-informed and integrative approaches shaped by their individual training and professional experience. These may include cognitive behavioural therapy, mindfulness, emotion-focused work, solution-focused therapy, somatic and nervous-system approaches, and EMDR. Your counsellor can explain which approaches may be relevant to your needs and goals.
Is online counselling available throughout British Columbia?
Yes. Secure online counselling is available to clients located throughout British Columbia. In-person counselling is also available in Coquitlam and Victoria. Availability and service options vary by counsellor.
Will my extended health plan cover counselling?
Many extended health plans provide some counselling coverage, but eligibility depends on your plan and the credentials of your chosen counsellor. Please contact your insurance provider before booking to confirm which professional designations are covered and whether a referral is required.
What happens during the free 20-minute consultation?
The consultation gives you an opportunity to briefly discuss what you are looking for, ask questions and learn more about a counsellor's approach. It can help you decide whether scheduling a counselling appointment feels like the right next step.
What can I expect from the counselling process?
Counselling is collaborative and shaped around your circumstances, goals and capacity. Your counsellor may help you understand your experiences, recognize patterns, develop practical strategies and explore changes that feel meaningful and manageable. The pace and length of counselling are different for every person.