Free Counselling
Phone Support During Covid-19 - Moving Forward Family Services
Moving Forward Family Services (MFFS) provides low barrier counselling and support services throughout BC and across Canada. MFFS seeks to make counselling accessible to all residents of the province, regardless of age, presenting issue or geographical location.
We currently have approximately 125 practicum interns - students seeking designations in clinical counselling or clinical social work from accredited institutions - and 10 counselling supervisors.
We offer free services, low fee services and services offered at a reduced fee rate with clinical counsellors (our graduates who valued our model and remained to offer fee-based services lower than traditional rates, with the caveat that such fees are for those with low income and/or have no insurance coverage. We have approximately 50 clinical counsellors on our private therapist roster) - so in total we have a team of nearly 200 counsellors, social workers and supervisors. We discovered that often client motivation was low when service was entirely free (and there tend to be many missed appointments) so have a policy that the first 4 counselling sessions are free for anyone without income, with possibility of extension (this approach has greatly reduced missed appointments) however no one will ever be turned away based on their financial circumstances.
In addition to general counselling, we also offer free one-to-one CBT coaching, one-to-one Healthy Relationships coaching and several groups (current online groups include an arts-based therapy group, a trauma and the body group, a women's group, a men's group in Punjabi, a women's group in Punjabi and a women's group in Farsi).
While we are not a great fit for everyone (some clients prefer more experienced therapists), our quick follow up and low barrier services in multiple languages seem to have made an impact on many lives.
Anyone wanting these services can call and leave a message, requesting "Support during Covid-19," at 778-321-3054 or by email at
counsellor@movingforwardfamilyservices.com
Note: these are counselling/support sessions, and are not intended for clients who are in crisis. Clients in crisis should continue to contact Crisis Centres.
We currently have approximately 125 practicum interns - students seeking designations in clinical counselling or clinical social work from accredited institutions - and 10 counselling supervisors.
We offer free services, low fee services and services offered at a reduced fee rate with clinical counsellors (our graduates who valued our model and remained to offer fee-based services lower than traditional rates, with the caveat that such fees are for those with low income and/or have no insurance coverage. We have approximately 50 clinical counsellors on our private therapist roster) - so in total we have a team of nearly 200 counsellors, social workers and supervisors. We discovered that often client motivation was low when service was entirely free (and there tend to be many missed appointments) so have a policy that the first 4 counselling sessions are free for anyone without income, with possibility of extension (this approach has greatly reduced missed appointments) however no one will ever be turned away based on their financial circumstances.
In addition to general counselling, we also offer free one-to-one CBT coaching, one-to-one Healthy Relationships coaching and several groups (current online groups include an arts-based therapy group, a trauma and the body group, a women's group, a men's group in Punjabi, a women's group in Punjabi and a women's group in Farsi).
While we are not a great fit for everyone (some clients prefer more experienced therapists), our quick follow up and low barrier services in multiple languages seem to have made an impact on many lives.
Anyone wanting these services can call and leave a message, requesting "Support during Covid-19," at 778-321-3054 or by email at
counsellor@movingforwardfamilyservices.com
Note: these are counselling/support sessions, and are not intended for clients who are in crisis. Clients in crisis should continue to contact Crisis Centres.
Free Mental Health Support During Covid-19*
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* JUNE 2021 UPDATE:
Note that currently this counselling service is currently at capacity. We will update this once the service is again available for bookings. The BC Covid-19 Mental Health Network is a group of counselling professionals located throughout British Columbia who joined together to offer free mental health support as the Covid-19 pandemic began to unfold in Canada. In particular, we felt compelled to address the needs of people coping with sudden and increased levels of distress and who may not currently have the financial means to pay for counselling support.
As we developed this initiative, we aimed to create a platform where volunteer counsellors could connect with BC residents struggling with the myriad effects of the Covid-19 outbreak on their lives. The email account bccovidtherapists@gmail.com serves as the first point of contact between the public and the volunteer counsellors. We collectively established that any counsellor volunteering with the initiative must be a registered member in good standing with a professional association and have applicable professional liability insurance in place. Our hope is that with a little extra support and connection we can help mitigate some of the adverse mental health effects that some people may currently be experiencing. |
Wellness Together Canada: Free Live Mental Health + Substance Use Support
Free Counselling with #WIRTHStayingIn Initiative
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Supporting our Mental Health during COVID – #WIRTHStayingIn Initiative
Offering free online counselling for those who need and can’t afford it. If you’re an individual who needs support but can’t afford counselling, please get in touch with WIRTH and we will do our best to support you with one month of free online counselling. Simply visit wirthhats.com/counsellingprogram |
Free Counselling - Women's Health Collective
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Free Counselling for self-identified women
Counselling is a therapeutic relationship between a qualified counsellor and the client. Counselling offers an objectice perspective, thus enabling the client to gain insights and strategies to assist in managing their particular situation. During Covid-19, most counselling is taking place virtually. We can help you through a broad range of of issues including: - Identity issues - Lack of Motivation - Life events and transitions - Self-esteem - Stress Management - Childhood trauma - Sexual/emotional/physical abuse - Suicidal thoughts - Anger Management - Anxiety and panic - Body image/disorder eating - Depression - Family or relationship issues - Grief and loss Call to book an appointment: 604-736-5262 |
Phone/Zoom Counselling with Kits Neighbourhood House
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Free counselling is available, by phone or Zoom, to all who are members of Kits Neighbourhood House, and that membership for an individual is $10 for a year.
Counselling appointments can be in English, Farsi, Spanish or Hindi. Counselling sessions are available Fridays from 9am – 5pm. For more information contact: Patricia 604.736.3588 ext. 128 counselling@kitshouse.org |
Free Counselling in East Vancouver
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Where: 920 East Hastings
When: Every Monday, 5pm - 6pm Cost: Free Reach Community Health Clinic offers a FREE drop-in counselling support group. It is held at Ray-Cam Cooperative Centre on East Hastings in the Senior’s Centre. It’s a process-oriented group, that sometimes involves music and mindfulness. No registration required. Call for more info: 604-257-6949 |
Free Counselling in South Vancouver
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When:
Mondays at 9:30am to 6:30pm Thursdays at 2:00pm to 9:00pm Where: South Vancouver Neighbourhood House 6470 Victoria Drive at 49th Cost: Free Free counselling services for individuals, couples, or families struggling with challenges in relationships, parenting, stress, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, change and transition, or substance use. Contact Email counselling@southvan.org |
Free Counselling in the West End
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The free community counselling centre provides free counselling service to help people cope with loneliness and stress caused by different life circumstances.
This service is provided by a university intern Counsellor that works under the supervision of a registered clinical counsellor. During the Covid-19 pandemic, this counselling is available via Zoom. Please email counselling@gordonhouse.org to make an appointment Location: Gordon Neighbourhood House (1019 Broughton Street). |
Low-Cost Counselling
Perhaps free counselling isn't available as quickly as you would like...here are low-cost counselling options.
