Our Services
Whether you’re seeking personal growth through group or individual counselling, or professional support and consultation, we are here to guide you toward a calmer, more balanced life.
Group Counselling
Group counselling to support you on your mental health journey. A space for shared experiences, learning new skills, and building a sense of community.
This summer, Calm Waters is offering a Skill Builders Group for ages 16 to 25!
Clinical Consultation
A space dedicated to supporting professionals in the mental health field. Join a consultation team! Group & Individual Consultations Available
For consults on working with high risk populations (self harm/suicide) contact the clinical director at 604.834.1708.
Individual Counselling
We have a diverse team of clinicians offering individual counselling for: Trauma, Borderline Personality Disorder, Building self-esteem, Emotion dysregulation, Relationship stress, Executive functioning/neurodivergence and ADHD.
Supporting ages 16+
Exceptions may be made on a case by case basis- contact for details
New Grad Opportunities
New grads from counselling and social work programs are welcome to apply to join the team. CWCC provides ongoing supervision and guidance to help new graduates continue building skills, receiving ongoing post-grad support and being skilled clinicians.
Counselling for Teens
Counselling for teens ages 14+ is now available! If your emotions feel like a rollercoaster you can’t get off of, if you’re struggling to feel heard, to communicate with friends or with family, counselling can help! Counsellors offer a non-judgmental and confidential space to talk about friendship stress, anxious thoughts, feeling down and hopeless, or just to get things off your chest and hear a new perspective.
Practicum Opportunities
Coming Soon
Couples Counselling
Navigating relationships can be difficult and reaching out for support takes strength. Improve your relationship and navigate challenges- collaboratively and effectively. Eric is the primary couples counsellor at Calm Waters.
Counsellor to Counsellor
Social, Networking, and Professional Development events
Individual Counselling
Individual counselling is offered by a number of our clinicians, each with different therapeutic approaches, experiences and primary areas of practice.
What can individual counselling help me with?
Anxiety
Trauma & Post Traumatic Stress
Grief
Prenatal and postpartum challenges
Depression
Rebuilding Self confidence/self esteem
Substance use
Borderline Personality Disorder (and traits)
Self Harm & Suicidal Ideation
Life transitions
Relationship conflicts or interpersonal struggles
Many of our clinicians have additional training and education to help address specific concerns. Finding a counsellor can be difficult- we are here to help.
If you are interested in connecting with a clinician, see their bio on the Teams page for more details. You can also contact us if you would like support in finding the right fit!
Where are services provided? Currently, all individual counselling sessions are provided virtually. The availability varies based off of clinician. All clinicians are based out of British Columbia, Canada.
Do you offer direct billing? Direct billing is not available at this time for most clinicians. Clinicians will provide receipts that you can submit to your insurance for reimbursement, if applicable. Please verify which services and service providers are covered under your plan/benefits.
Cancellation Policy: 24 hours notice is required in order to cancel a session without a fee.
In line with our goal of inclusivity in mental health care, many of the clinicians offer a reduced fee/low cost session option. These spaces are limited and provided to those who are experiencing financial hardships, are otherwise unable to access low cost or free services or are experiencing extenuating circumstances.
Counselling is available to all BC residents, from Tofino to Victoria, from Vancouver to Kelowna, to Abbotsford and Mission. At Calm Waters Counselling Collective, we make counselling accessible.
Individual Counselling for Youth & Teenagers:
The clinical team at Calm Waters Counselling Collective provides services to youth ages 16+. Upon the request or recommendation of a pediatrician, our team may be able to support ages 14 +.
Counselling for Parents:
Navigating mental health can be challenging and just as your child receives support, we are here to support you as well! Our team can help you navigate boundary setting, behavioural concerns, skill building with your child/youth and improve the overall relationship.
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy:
Parent/guardian involvement is highly encouraged when youth are learning DBT skills in counselling. Your child is working hard to learn new ways of regulating their emotions, implementing new coping tools and practicing communication skills. In order to best support them, it is helpful to learn the skills as well. This can be done through family sessions or through individual meetings with your child’s counsellor. Out of respect for privacy, we will not disclose what your child says in session but are happy to provide support and education.
Group Counselling
Feeling alone, as though nobody else has experienced what you have? Feeling misunderstood?
If you are looking for a safe, confidential, non-judgmental space to share your experiences and learn from others who can relate, group counselling might be for you!
Skills groups, such as DBT focus on learning and practicing skills with less of a focus on processing personal experiences. Skills groups may have more of a classroom type feel. Our DBT groups are 6-8 weeks long, focusing on learning the fundamental skills from Mindfulness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance and Interpersonal Effectiveness. DBT based skills group for youth age 14 to 18 will be starting Fall 2026.
Calm Waters Counselling Collective also offers process groups which focus on holding space for sharing about lived experiences, hearing and learning from other peoples experiences, and developing a sense of safety and connection.
Virtual sessions offer increased accessibility. Join a group from a place that feels comfortable for you (confidential of course) and join one that fits your schedule and needs.
Youth skills group starts Fall 2026, open to 14 to 18 years old!
Clinical Consultations
Calm Waters is currently developing consultation teams led by one or two facilitators who have experience and training in a particular area.
The consultation team schedule is currently in progress and will be available soon!
Time/Date/Cost/Location: TBD
New clinicians! Entering the counselling field, post graduation and in private practice can be simultaneously overwhelming and exciting. It doesn’t have to be a process you navigate on your own! Calm Waters will be hosting a group tailored towards first year (or two) post grads!
Together, we will discuss ethical issues, how to navigate sticky subjects (e.g. politics) in sessions, and provide support with interventions. It is a place free of judgement, full of support, and designed to help you grow. Interested clinicians, please contact Samantha.