Clinical Counselling in Coquitlam, BC
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At times, we all encounter changes and challenges that can feel difficult to navigate alone. Whether you are searching for counselling support for anxiety or depression, trauma healing, or couples counselling in Coquitlam or online, you have found a safe space to address it.
My name is Olga Barrows, and I offer warm, compassionate and evidence-based clinical counselling for individuals, couples and families in the Coquitlam area and online. My practice is a safe, non-judgmental space focused on helping you feel supported, understood and empowered.
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As a certified counsellor in Coquitlam, BC, my goal is to help you reconnect with your natural capacity to cope, heal, and grow. In our work together, I help clients connect to their strengths, regulate their nervous systems, and grow through emotional pain with understanding and care.
• Trauma • Anxiety • Depression • Couples Counselling •
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We can’t always change what happens in our lives — but we can change how we make sense of it, how we support ourselves and we move forward. Whether you are navigating difficult emotions, adapting to a life transition, or looking to learn new skills, I am here to walk alongside you.
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Book a session online - or reach out directly to have a free 15 minutes phone consultation.
I would be happy to help you explore more about how therapy works and how I can help you in your journey.
Services and Care I Offer
I support clients with a wide range of concerns, including:
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Anxiety counselling
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Depression counselling
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Trauma counselling, PTSD & C-PTSD counselling
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Couples counselling & marriage counselling
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Panic attacks
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Grief and loss
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Relationship challenges
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Self-esteem and shame
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Emotional regulation & stress
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Parenting challenges
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Substance use concerns
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Compulsive behaviours
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Motivation, life transitions & identity exploration
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MVA trauma (ICBC-approved provider)
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If you are searching for support, whether it’s for yourself or your relationship, you are not alone. You are already taking the first brave step — and it is a meaningful one.
My Approach
Person-Centered • Trauma-Informed • Attachment-Based
Healing is possible when we feel safe, respected and understood.
I always practice from a deeply humanistic, person-centered, strength-based perspective in individual counselling and in couples counselling alike.
I integrate evidence-based modalities including:
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Polyvagal & nervous system regulation
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Somatic approaches
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
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Trauma-Focused CBT
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Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
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Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
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Narrative and meaning-based work
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Attachment-focused therapy
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Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples
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Gottman communication strategies
Whether you are seeking a counselling therapist, a marriage counsellor, or a couples counsellor, my goal is the same: to understand your world, to offer reliable and evidence-based care and to help you feel grounded, capable and supported.
Fees & Hours
My rate is $140.00 per 55 minute session.
There is no tax on therapy in BC.
The rate applies to all sessions: individual, couple & family sessions; online or in person.
Sliding scale and reduced rates are available and can be discussed.
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My current availability is:
- Tuesdays 5-8pm
- Thursday 3-9pm
- Saturday 9-4pm
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In-person, online and phone sessions are all available.
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I accept credit cards, cash, e-transfer and cheques.
The detailed receipt will be provided after the payment and can then be submitted to your insurance provider for reimbursement.
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My services are covered by most insurance companies. The coverage may vary based on the insurance plan. I recommended touching base with your insurance provider to ensure that my services are covered. My professional designation is called CCC (Canadian Certified Counsellor), CCC #10005613. You might need this number to check with your plan/provider.
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About Me
My name is Olga Barrows (she/her), I am an immigrant, a cisgender woman, a mother, a wife, a pacifist and a feminist, an explorer and a wonderer.
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I hold an MA in Counselling Psychology (Yorkville University), a BA in Sociology (UBC) and a BA in Communications (USU, Russia).
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I speak English, Russian and Spanish. I have lived in 3 different countries: Russia, Argentina and now Canada (for the last 20 years).
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Besides my work, I also love doing other things: I love (really love!)
to read, take care of my garden, travel, learn languages and go on adventures with my two little kids.
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I am grateful to be able to connect with people of diverse cultural
and ethnic backgrounds. All humans are welcome, respected and appreciated. I aim to create a safe and welcoming space for everyone.
My practice brings me a lot of joy. It is blessing to be able to bring care and support to people and communities.
Thank you for considering me as a companion and a fellow traveller
for your unique beautiful journey.
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I acknowledge that I live and work on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem First Nation). I thank
the kʷikʷəƛ̓əm who continue to live on these lands and care for them, along with the waters and all that is above and below.
My Space
A comfortable and cozy setting, with soft light and lots of plants
Located in Coquitlam, BC, two blocks from Coquitlam Centre and Skytrain station
