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Registered Clinical Counsellor in Vancouver for anxiety, burnout, relationship struggles, grief, and life's challenges.
With compassion and support, you can navigate toward greater well-being. Esse Counselling offers professional counselling services in person in Vancouver and online across BC.
Meet Your Therapist
Hi there, I’m Tamara! I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor here in Vancouver, BC. My passion in counselling is to build a relationship grounded in safety, trust, and hope, where you feel accepted and gently encouraged to grow in new and meaningful ways. I consider it a true privilege to walk with someone through their fears, challenges, and hurts, supporting their journey toward healing, feeling better, and ultimately living better. To me, counselling is an opportunity to help ease pain and suffering, increase awareness, develop insights, navigate life’s challenges, whether everyday or extraordinary, and discover greater joy, purpose, and self-acceptance.
Approaches & Areas of Practice
My heartfelt intention is to create a safe and non-judgmental space that centres your needs, preferences, and personality. I draw upon various techniques and approaches that are evidence-based and known to be effective in promoting mental health. Together, we’ll collaborate on which approaches feel like a fit for you, tailoring your unique therapeutic experience.
Approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy
Attachment Theory
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Emotionally Focused Therapy
Solution Focused Therapy
Strength-Based Therapy
Areas of Practice
Anxiety
Stress and Burnout
Perfectionism
People Pleasing
Self-esteem and Confidence
Relationship Struggles
Family of Origin Issues
Attachment Trauma
Religious Trauma
Grief and Loss
Life Transitions
Individual Counselling
I offer a flexible approach tailored to your unique needs, whether you prefer practical, goal-oriented strategies or a more exploratory and supportive journey.
One-to-one therapy is for all of life's struggles, whether they seem big or small. Some issues are straightforward, while others may feel unclear and difficult to tackle. Together, we’ll explore how past experiences are influencing your present and set goals to create meaningful change for your future. This process will help you gain insight into your challenges, strengthen your connection with yourself, and build confidence in navigating life’s complexities. My focus is on guiding you towards a fulfilling and meaningful life, shaped by your vision.
Duration: 50 minutes
Location: in person or online
Investment: $180
FAQs
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Yes, your confidentiality is a top priority in counselling. All sessions are private and the details discussed will never be shared without your explicit consent.
However, there are a few exceptions, including if there is a risk of harm to yourself or others, or if required by law. These situations will be discussed with you to ensure you understand your rights and protections.
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Yes. I see clients in person at my South Granville office in Vancouver and online across BC.
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Life happens, and sometimes you may need to cancel a session. If you need to cancel, please notify me a minimum of 48 hours in advance to avoid a cancellation fee. This allows me to offer the time slot to another client in need. If less than 48 hours' notice is given, a cancellation fee will apply.
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20 Minute Consultations: Complimentary
Individual Counselling: $180
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Credit cards and e-transfer are both accepted methods of payment.
Payment is due at the time of your session unless otherwise arranged. If you have any questions or need assistance with payment options, please get in touch.
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Many extended health care providers will pay a portion or all of your visit fee. Every plan is different, and if you are counting on your extended benefits covering the cost of your counselling, I recommend checking with your health care provider to confirm your coverage before beginning therapy.
While I do not direct bill to extended health plans, clients will be issued a detailed receipt of their appointment which can be seamlessly submitted to your health plan for quick reimbursement.
What to expect
Here's what you can look forward to when we work together:
I offer a flexible approach tailored to your unique needs, blending practical, goal-oriented strategies with a supportive, explorative process. My goal is to support you in creating a meaningful and balanced life, anchored in your authentic self and aligned with your deeper values and aspirations.
Compassionate support through difficult experiences
Tools and strategies to help you manage tough challenges
Space to process challenging emotions
Encouragement and accountability on your journey of change
Guidance in discovering and nurturing personal growth and well-being
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I gratefully and respectfully acknowledge that I live, play and operate my practice on the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.