Licensed Registered Clinical Counsellors serving New Westminster. Available online and in person. Watch intro videos, compare specialties, and book a free 15-minute consultation directly.
Licensed Registered Clinical Counsellors based and insured in British Columbia. All Registered Clinical Counsellors on PST timezone unless otherwise noted.
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Out-of-province licensed Registered Clinical Counsellors insured to provide online therapy in British Columbia. Timezone availability may vary.
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Registered Clinical Counsellor
A Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) is a regulated mental health professional in British Columbia, credentialed through the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC). To qualify for RCC status, counsellors must hold a relevant master's degree, complete supervised clinical hours, and adhere to the BCACC's code of ethics.
RCCs work across a wide range of areas, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, couples therapy, grief, ADHD, burnout, and more. In New Westminster and across Metro Vancouver, RCCs are one of the most commonly seen designations for talk therapy.
Note: RCC is a BC-specific designation. If you see other designations on therapist profiles, such as Registered Psychotherapist (RP) or Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC), these practitioners may be based in another province and providing online care to BC clients.
New Westminster sits within Metro Vancouver, which means access to a significant number of in-person and online therapists. Some RCCs on First Session offer in-person sessions in or near New Westminster; others offer online. Online therapy gives you access to the full BC RCC pool, often with more scheduling flexibility.
Many private and employer benefit plans in BC cover Registered Clinical Counsellors. Coverage varies by plan. Some explicitly list RCC as a covered designation, others use broader terms like 'registered therapist' or 'counsellor.' Check your plan directly and confirm the therapist's designation before booking. All First Session therapists provide receipts for reimbursement.
RCCs are one of several regulated counselling designations in BC. Others you'll see on First Session include:
If your insurance only covers a specific designation, filter by that credential when browsing profiles.
1. Confirm they're actively registered with BCACC
All RCCs on First Session have verified credentials. You can also confirm active registration directly on the BCACC member directory.
2. Check their specialty areas, not just their designation
RCCs work across very different areas, including rauma, couples, ADHD, grief, anxiety, life transitions, and more. The designation tells you about their training and regulatory standing. The profile tells you whether their specialty fits what you're bringing.
3. Watch the intro video
Every RCC on First Session has a short intro video. Watch it to gauge fit. You'll get a sense of their communication style, warmth, and approach in a way that bios alone can't convey.
4. Use the free consultation
Book a free 15-minute consultation before committing to sessions. Ask about their experience with your specific concern, their typical approach in the first few sessions, and how they think about progress.
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RCC stands for Registered Clinical Counsellor. It is a regulated mental health credential in British Columbia, granted by the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC). RCCs hold a relevant master's degree and meet specific supervised clinical hour requirements.
Some RCCs on First Session offer in-person sessions in or near New Westminster. Online therapy also gives you access to the full BC RCC pool with more availability and flexibility.
Many BC employer and private benefit plans cover RCCs, but coverage varies. Check your plan directly and confirm the therapist's exact designation. All First Session therapists provide receipts for reimbursement.
A psychologist (registered with the College of Psychologists of BC) holds a doctoral degree and can conduct psychological assessments and diagnoses. An RCC holds a master's degree and provides counselling and psychotherapy. Both can provide effective talk therapy; the key difference is the scope of practice and the ability to diagnose.
Yes. Online therapy is fully available, and RCCs are licensed to work with clients across BC online. Most First Session RCCs offer online sessions.
All therapists on First Session are licensed professionals. Credentials are verified during onboarding, and each therapist's designation is displayed clearly on their profile, so you can confirm it matches what your insurance covers before booking.
Watch intro videos, compare approaches, and book a free 15-minute consultation with the therapists who feel like the right fit. No intake calls, no back-and-forth. Just direct booking.
