Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
One of the most researched approaches for anxiety and depression. We explore how your thoughts, emotions, body, and actions connect, and shift the patterns that keep you stuck.
Anxiety & depression counselling · Victoria, BC
Anxiety & depression counselling in Victoria, BC
When worry won't switch off or your mood has been low for a while, it can be hard to know where to start. I offer calm, practical counselling to help you understand what's happening and feel more like yourself again.
- In person or online
- Receipts for extended health
- Accepting new clients
- Your counsellorJosie Price, MA, RCC, CCC
- Sessions50 minutes · $155
- Where1711 Cook St, Victoria, or online anywhere in BC
- First stepA free 15-minute phone or video consult
Registered & approved with
- BC Association of Clinical Counsellors
- Canadian Counselling & Psychotherapy Assoc.
- ICBC Recovery Network
- Crime Victim Assistance Program
- First Nations Health Authority
Does this sound familiar?
Anxiety and low mood show up differently for everyone
You don't need a diagnosis or a crisis to start counselling. If some of these feel familiar, it may be a good time to reach out.
- Racing thoughts or constant worry
- Trouble sleeping or switching off
- Feeling flat, tired, or unmotivated
- Pulling away from people or things you enjoy
- Feeling irritable or on edge
- Harsh self-talk or low self-esteem
- Feeling stuck after a big life change
- Stress spilling into work or relationships
How counselling can help
Practical tools, tailored to your life
Together we'll make sense of what's keeping you stuck and build skills that work in your real life. I draw on well-researched approaches and shape them around your goals.
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Tools to make room for difficult feelings instead of fighting them, so you can spend more energy on what matters to you.
DBT skills
Practical skills for calming strong emotions, getting through hard moments, and communicating clearly with the people in your life.
EMDR, when the past is involved
If anxiety or low mood is tied to past experiences, EMDR can help reduce the hold those memories have on today. About EMDR
How it works
Getting started is simpler than it feels.
- 01
Book a free 15-minute call
Pick a time online, including evenings and weekends. We'll talk by phone or video about what's going on and whether my approach feels like a good fit. There's no pressure to continue.
- 02
Choose in person or online
Meet at Empowering Health Clinic in North Park Village, Victoria, or join a secure video session through Jane from anywhere in BC.
- 03
Go at your own pace
We'll set goals that matter to you. Come weekly, every two weeks, or monthly, whatever fits your needs and your life.
Do I need a diagnosis or a doctor's referral?
No. You can book directly, without a diagnosis or referral. Some extended health plans ask for a referral before they reimburse, so it's worth checking with yours.
How many sessions will I need?
It depends on what you're working on. Some people come weekly, others every two weeks or monthly. We'll check in on your goals as we go so you always know where things stand.
Should I choose online or in person?
Choose whichever you'll find easiest to keep up with. In-person sessions are at Empowering Health Clinic in North Park Village, Victoria, and secure video sessions run through Jane for anyone in BC.
Will my insurance cover sessions?
Many extended health plans cover a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) or Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC). You'll get a receipt after each session to submit for reimbursement.
Counsellor or psychologist: what's the difference?
Registered psychologists in BC have doctoral training and can provide formal assessments and diagnoses. As a Registered Clinical Counsellor, I hold a master's degree and provide counselling and therapy, which often costs less per session. Many extended health plans cover both, sometimes under separate amounts.
Cost & coverage
Clear rates, and help using your coverage.
Free consultation
$0
15 minutes by phone or video, for new clients.
Individual session
$155
50 minutes, in person or online.
Ways to pay
- Receipts for extended health plans
- Direct billing to ICBC, CVAP & FNHA
- Sliding-scale rates available
Whenever you're ready, I'm here.
Book a free 15-minute consult. It's a chance to ask questions and see how it feels, with no pressure to book a session afterward.
- Accepting new clients
- Evening & weekend availability