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Blue Heron Counselling Services

Individual

We offer individual counselling in person, in nature, online (e.g., Skype or zoom) or over the phone.

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We are familiar with and can help with the common reasons most people seek a counsellor for. This may include anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship difficulties, trauma, stress, grief and loss, and personal growth.

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Having said that, we each have our own approach and areas of specialization and interest.

Family

We offer family therapy and caregiver coaching.

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Family therapy involves one or more family members where the focus is helping the individual and the family.

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We hold a special place for family therapy in our hearts. To read more please click here.

Couples

We offer couples and relationship counselling.

 

This includes two or more people in an intimate relationship where the focus of therapy is on the relationship.

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We love working with couples. To read more please click here.

Fees

$140 per 50 minute session for individuals, and $150 per 50 minute session for couples and families.

 

Our fees are in accordance with the BC Association Clinical Counsellors fee schedule.

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Payments

We accept cash, cheque, or e-transfers. Fees are due at the end of each session.

Coverage

Many extended health plans offer some coverage for Registered Clinical Counsellors. Please check your plan for more information.

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We are registered through the Crime Victim Assistance Program (CVAP) and First Nations Health Authority (FNHA), and ICBC.

 

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Sliding Scale

We offer a sliding scale for people with a limited income. Please ask about our sliding scale when booking your appointment.

Contact   Appointments   Availability

Please contact us for appointments or information about our services. We do not currently have a wait list. We offer a free 20 minute phone consultation which can give you an impression of who we are and if you think we can be helpful.

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We are located at 318 Applewood Crescent, Nanaimo BC.

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We Look forward to hearing from you.

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Cole Schafer, Registered Clinical Counsellor

Current availability

Week days and evenings

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Phone: 250.616.2254

Email: BlueHeronCounselling@gmail.com

RCC membership #:  14976

Shelley Botterill, Registered Clinical Counsellor

Current availability

Week day and evenings

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Phone: 250.740.1632

Email: BlueHeronCounselling@gmail.com

RCC membership #: 12782

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