Licensed therapists serving Courtenay, available online and in person. Watch intro videos, compare approaches and credentials, and book a free 15-minute consultation directly.
Licensed therapists based and insured in British Columbia. All therapists on PST timezone unless otherwise noted.
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Registered Clinical Counsellor
Registered Clinical Counsellor
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Registered Clinical Counsellor
Registered Clinical Counsellor
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Registered Clinical Counsellor
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Registered Professional Counsellor - Provisional
Registered Professional Counsellor - Provisional
Out-of-province licensed therapists insured to provide online therapy in British Columbia. Timezone availability may vary.
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Registered Social Worker
Registered Social Worker
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Psychotherapy is not yet regulated in British Columbia, so a therapist's designation shows which professional body or college stands behind them. The BC government says psychotherapy will be regulated on November 29, 2027, with Psychotherapist as the protected title.
Each First Session profile shows the therapist's designation and a short intro video. You can see the credential and hear how someone talks before you book.
Section B lists therapists based elsewhere in Canada who are insured to provide online therapy in British Columbia.
First Session's guide to online and in-person therapy cites research finding that online counselling can be as effective as face-to-face counselling, particularly for psychological distress.
The same guide says in-person sessions offer more non-verbal cues and a dedicated, distraction-free space. Pick the format that suits the concern and your week.
Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) is a designation of the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC). Registered Social Workers (RSW) are regulated, and the BC College of Social Workers says they may continue to provide psychotherapy under the Social Workers Act.
Registered Psychologists register with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC, which requires an accredited doctoral degree.
BCACC's 2026 fee guide recommends $140 to $155 per 50 minutes for RCCs with under three years of experience after their master's. For three to five years it recommends $155 to $175, and for specialized services $175 to $225.
Insurance coverage depends on the therapist's designation, according to First Session's insurance guide. Each session receipt shows the licence number and designation.
Comox Valley Mental Health and Substance Use Services, at 941-A England Avenue in Courtenay, lists no-cost services for adults 19 and older, including counselling. No referral is required. Call 250-331-8524 to reach the walk-in service.
It is not a crisis service. In a crisis, call the Vancouver Island Crisis Line at 1-888-494-3888.
Look for the designations your plan names, such as RCC, RSW or Registered Psychologist. For online therapists based outside BC, First Session's guide advises checking that your plan covers designations from other provinces.
Read the bio for the concern you want help with, such as grief, trauma or couples work. Ask whether the therapist holds a certification in the approach or completed a shorter course.
A bio lists training. A short video shows pace, warmth and style, which are hard to judge on paper. Watch two or three before you choose.
Ask the fee per session, the format they recommend for your first sessions, and how they handle receipts. Compare the fee with the BCACC ranges above.
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It can be. First Session's guide cites research finding online counselling can be as effective as face-to-face counselling, particularly for psychological distress.
Filter the listings by concern, then use the free consultation to test video as a format before you commit.
It depends on how your plan names providers. First Session's insurance guide says coverage depends on the therapist's designation or licence.
Check whether your plan names RCCs, then compare it with the designation on the profile. Ask your insurer before booking online therapists based outside BC.
BCACC's 2026 fee guide recommends $140 to $225 per 50 minutes for RCCs, depending on experience and specialization. Greenshield reports typical private-pay fees across Canada of $120 to $200 for social workers and $200 to $400 for psychologists.
Fees appear on each profile before you book.
Comox Valley Mental Health and Substance Use Services lists no-cost services for adults 19 and older, including counselling. You can walk in or call 250-331-8524 to reach the Single Session Walk-In Service.
Hours are Monday to Friday, 9 am to 3 pm, with Wednesdays ending at noon. Private therapy through the listings above suits people who want to choose their own therapist and schedule.
Not yet. The BC government says psychotherapy will be regulated by the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC on November 29, 2027, with Psychotherapist as the protected title.
Until then, designations such as RCC come from professional associations. BCACC states the RCC designation is a registered trademark of the association.
It is an Ontario registration category from the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). Holders are still completing the requirements for full registration.
CRPO requires them to practise psychotherapy with clinical supervision.
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