Clinical Counselling in North Vancouver
Support for the mental and emotional side of recovery, change and everyday life.
Physical health and mental health often overlap
Pain, injury, concussion, a motor vehicle accident, work stress, major life changes or ongoing health concerns can affect mood, sleep, confidence, relationships and how you feel day to day.
North Shore Sports Medicine offers clinical counselling through North Vancouver Counselling
Providing dedicated mental health support alongside NSSM’s broader approach to health and recovery. North Vancouver Counselling provides adults with a welcoming, confidential and practical space to talk through what they are experiencing, build useful coping strategies and move forward with greater clarity. In-person and virtual counselling options are available.
What Clinical Counselling Can Support
You do not need to be in crisis to benefit from counselling. People may seek support because they feel anxious, overwhelmed, burned out, stuck, or because an injury or major life change is affecting more than expected.
Areas of focus:
- Neurodivergence
- Chronic pain
- Concussion recovery
- Women’s health
- Life transitions
- ICBC
Our counsellors can also help with:
- Anxiety and persistent worry
- Depression and low mood
- Stress and burnout
- Grief and loss
- Relationship difficulties
- Self-esteem and confidence
- Injury recovery
- Emotional wellbeing and personal growth
Your counsellor will work with you to understand what matters most and shape sessions around your individual needs and goals.
What to Expect From North Vancouver Counselling
Counselling sessions are private, confidential appointments focused on your needs and goals. Appointments are currently planned in two lengths:
- 50-minute individual counselling session
- 75-minute individual counselling session
Current proposed pricing:
- 50 minutes — $175
- 75 minutes — $250
Important: Pricing should be confirmed before publication, as rates may change.
Counselling for Recovery, Pain & Life Changes
Recovery is not always only physical. Persistent pain, injury, concussion or a motor vehicle accident can affect sleep, mood, work, relationships, motivation and confidence.
For people already receiving care through NSSM, North Vancouver Counselling can provide dedicated mental health support alongside their broader care when appropriate. This may be especially useful for people navigating chronic pain, concussion recovery, changes in activity or identity, fear around returning to movement, or the emotional impact of a car accident.
For people receiving care through ICBC, contact North Vancouver Counselling or book through Jane to confirm current counselling options and coverage details.
Counselling can be especially valuable when physical recovery and emotional wellbeing overlap, including during chronic pain, concussion recovery, injury rehabilitation or recovery after a motor vehicle accident.
Virtual Counselling
Virtual appointments are also available for clients who prefer to meet remotely or find it difficult to attend the clinic in person.
In-Person Counselling in North Vancouver
In-person counselling will be offered at:
North Shore Sports Medicine – Westview
101-2609 Westview Dr
North Vancouver, BC
Phone: 604.630.3773
The Westview clinic will provide access through the main NSSM entrance, with a more discreet counselling entrance also planned for clients who prefer additional privacy.
An Integrated Approach to Physical & Mental Recovery
North Shore Sports Medicine recognizes that physical recovery and emotional wellbeing can be closely connected. North Vancouver Counselling provides dedicated counselling support that can complement physical rehabilitation when appropriate.
For someone recovering from an accident, concussion, surgery, chronic pain or another health challenge, counselling may provide support for stress, mood, confidence and changes in everyday life. North Vancouver Counselling also supports people seeking counselling for anxiety, grief, burnout, life transitions and other emotional wellbeing concerns, whether or not they are receiving care through NSSM.
You do not need to be an existing NSSM patient to access counselling through North Vancouver Counselling.
Meet the Counselling Team
- Christina Vasak — women’s health and life transitions
- Kelli Wheatley — neurodivergence and chronic pain
- Amy Guidinger — ICBC and concussion
- Amy Dreyer — ICBC and general counselling
FAQ
Who is North Vancouver Counselling for?
North Vancouver Counselling is designed for adults and can support anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, grief, relationship difficulties, life transitions, chronic pain, injury recovery, concussion and the emotional impact of motor vehicle accidents.
Do I need to be an NSSM physiotherapy patient to book counselling?
No. You do not need to be an existing NSSM physiotherapy patient to access counselling through North Vancouver Counselling. Counselling is available to adults seeking support whether or not they are already receiving care at NSSM.
Can counselling help after a car accident?
Counselling can support the emotional impact of a motor vehicle accident, including stress, anxiety, changes in mood and difficulty adjusting to symptoms or changes in daily life. Contact North Vancouver Counselling to confirm current ICBC booking and coverage details.
Do you offer counselling for concussion recovery?
Yes. Counselling can support the emotional and psychological impact of concussion recovery and may complement NSSM’s existing concussion rehabilitation services.
Do you offer virtual counselling?
Yes. Virtual appointments are available in addition to in-person sessions at Westview.