If you’re looking for mental health support in British Columbia, you’ve likely come across a range of professional titles—psychologist, psychotherapist, counsellor, RCC, CCC, or RTC—and wondered what they actually mean. While these roles often overlap in the services they provide, they differ in education, regulation, scope of practice, and insurance coverage. Understanding these distinctions can..
Good news! Registered Clinical Counsellors (RCC) are now recognized and regulated by the Province of BC—Psychotherapy has been officially designated as a health profession under the Health Professions Act alongside other health care professionals. Regulation of the psychotherapy profession will increase public protection and expand access to counsellors, leading to better mental health outcomes for..
I recently completed accredited training for Indigenous Cultural Safety through the Provincial Health Services Authority of BC. The program, Core ICS Mental Health Training, is designed to improve understanding of Indigenous people, increase self awareness, and strengthen skills for mental health professionals working with Indigenous people. As a result, I’m now authorized to bill directly..
I’m excited to let my clients know about this professional development: I’ll be working on achieving Level 2 Clinical Training of the Gottman Method Couples Therapy in October of 2019. Having already completed Level 1, the program requires the completion of three levels before receiving certification as a Gottman Couples Therapist. My goal is to complete..
