Non-Insured Health | First Nations Therapists in Surrey, BC
Hi, I am Karina Crow. I am a Registered Social Worker and have two decades of front-line and clinical practice in mental health and addictions. I offer counselling and counsulation sessions. I work from an integrated approach, using different types of counselling modalities to personalize your sessions. I support diversity and welcome people who identify as counter-culturalists, nonconformists, creatives, musicians, and people exploring their meaning in the world. I am an ally with marginalized people and the LGTBQIA2S+ community. I have worked as a front-line worker for many years, Forensic Social Work, and public health.
Hi, I am Karina Crow. I am a Registered Social Worker and have two decades of front-line and clinical practice in mental health and addictions. I offer counselling and counsulation sessions. I work from an integrated approach, using different types of counselling modalities to personalize your sessions. I support diversity and welcome people who identify as counter-culturalists, nonconformists, creatives, musicians, and people exploring their meaning in the world. I am an ally with marginalized people and the LGTBQIA2S+ community. I have worked as a front-line worker for many years, Forensic Social Work, and public health.
If you’re struggling with stress, trauma, or recurring patterns of anger and anxiety, therapy can help you regain control. I offer a culturally sensitive, holistic approach that combines practical tools with deeper self-exploration so you can heal, set boundaries, and feel more confident in your everyday life.
If you’re struggling with stress, trauma, or recurring patterns of anger and anxiety, therapy can help you regain control. I offer a culturally sensitive, holistic approach that combines practical tools with deeper self-exploration so you can heal, set boundaries, and feel more confident in your everyday life.
Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed? Please contact me for a free 20 minute consult. So many people struggle with their concerns alone, whether they are in fact experiencing isolation or whether they are surrounded by other people. Some worry they might burden others, some fear what others might think, and some struggle to believe they are worthy or deserving of support. As a counsellor and social worker, I firmly believe we all need substantial supports in our lives. Whether the issues you're facing feel small or insurmountable, I strive to offer a space where you can share your experiences without feeling judged or ashamed.
Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed? Please contact me for a free 20 minute consult. So many people struggle with their concerns alone, whether they are in fact experiencing isolation or whether they are surrounded by other people. Some worry they might burden others, some fear what others might think, and some struggle to believe they are worthy or deserving of support. As a counsellor and social worker, I firmly believe we all need substantial supports in our lives. Whether the issues you're facing feel small or insurmountable, I strive to offer a space where you can share your experiences without feeling judged or ashamed.
I am an Extended Health, ICBC, CVAP, and FNHA approved counselor.
I’m Mina Makkar, a Registered Clinical Counsellor based in Surrey, BC. With over 25 years of experience, I have worked with children, families, couples, and individuals, offering a warm, inclusive space to explore challenges and build resilience. My approach is trauma-informed and attachment-based, with specialized training in CBT, EMDR, EFT, and the Gottman Method. I have a special interest in supporting neurodivergent clients, including those with ADHD and Autism. I offer flexible scheduling—including evenings and weekends—and direct billing to many insurance providers. Sliding scale options are available as well.
I am an Extended Health, ICBC, CVAP, and FNHA approved counselor.
I’m Mina Makkar, a Registered Clinical Counsellor based in Surrey, BC. With over 25 years of experience, I have worked with children, families, couples, and individuals, offering a warm, inclusive space to explore challenges and build resilience. My approach is trauma-informed and attachment-based, with specialized training in CBT, EMDR, EFT, and the Gottman Method. I have a special interest in supporting neurodivergent clients, including those with ADHD and Autism. I offer flexible scheduling—including evenings and weekends—and direct billing to many insurance providers. Sliding scale options are available as well.
I work with adults, youth, couples, and families who are experiencing anxiety, overthinking, stress, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, life transitions, grief, or emotional distress. Many clients feel stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps. Together, we create a safe and supportive space to explore concerns, build resilience, develop practical coping strategies, strengthen relationships, and move toward greater emotional well-being and personal growth
I work with adults, youth, couples, and families who are experiencing anxiety, overthinking, stress, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, life transitions, grief, or emotional distress. Many clients feel stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps. Together, we create a safe and supportive space to explore concerns, build resilience, develop practical coping strategies, strengthen relationships, and move toward greater emotional well-being and personal growth
My name is Jai-Inder Pangli and I have been providing counselling services for over 17 years. I opened up my private practice in 2013. Welcome to Art of Bliss Counselling services. We all have a soul purpose in our lives. I feel I have found mine by helping and serving others. I truly believe as a clinical counsellor, my role is to walk along with you while you are on your journey towards healing. It is the trusting relationship that will help you to rediscover yourself as we often tend to forget who we are during the adverse times.Art of Bliss Counselling services is committed to provide services using holistic approach.
My name is Jai-Inder Pangli and I have been providing counselling services for over 17 years. I opened up my private practice in 2013. Welcome to Art of Bliss Counselling services. We all have a soul purpose in our lives. I feel I have found mine by helping and serving others. I truly believe as a clinical counsellor, my role is to walk along with you while you are on your journey towards healing. It is the trusting relationship that will help you to rediscover yourself as we often tend to forget who we are during the adverse times.Art of Bliss Counselling services is committed to provide services using holistic approach.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or sensing that there's more to life than what you're currently experiencing? Whether you're working through emotional pain or seeking a deeper connection with yourself, you're not alone, and you don’t have to go through it alone.
I support individuals who are ready to explore their inner world, better understand themselves, and move toward clarity and self-actualization. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, or relationship challenges, my goal is to help you reconnect with yourself and build the resilience to move forward.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or sensing that there's more to life than what you're currently experiencing? Whether you're working through emotional pain or seeking a deeper connection with yourself, you're not alone, and you don’t have to go through it alone.
I support individuals who are ready to explore their inner world, better understand themselves, and move toward clarity and self-actualization. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, or relationship challenges, my goal is to help you reconnect with yourself and build the resilience to move forward.
作為卑詩省註冊心理輔導師，我持有心理學碩士及輔導心理學碩士學位，並具備遊戲治療證書。我同時為ICBC認可的心理輔導服務提供者，您可於 ICBC Counsellor Locator 查閱我的資料。如您因交通意外（MVA）需要輔導服務，並符合ICBC保障資格，可透過保險賠償接受支援。
如果你正感到壓力、焦慮、情緒低落，或因創傷經歷而難以走出過去，你並不需要獨自面對。我會在一個安全、被理解的空間中，陪伴你一步一步整理思緒，重拾內在的穩定與力量。
我結合認知行為治療（CBT）、正念及EMDR，協助你處理創傷、改善情緒困擾，並建立更健康的思維模式與心理韌性。我曾協助不少來訪者面對創傷後壓力症（PTSD）、抑鬱、焦慮及人生不同階段的挑戰。
我提供個人及小組輔導，並可使用國語、廣東話及英語進行會談，亦提供網上及面對面服務，方便你按需要作出選擇。
當你準備好踏出改變的第一步，我會在這裡，與你同行。
作為卑詩省註冊心理輔導師，我持有心理學碩士及輔導心理學碩士學位，並具備遊戲治療證書。我同時為ICBC認可的心理輔導服務提供者，您可於 ICBC Counsellor Locator 查閱我的資料。如您因交通意外（MVA）需要輔導服務，並符合ICBC保障資格，可透過保險賠償接受支援。
如果你正感到壓力、焦慮、情緒低落，或因創傷經歷而難以走出過去，你並不需要獨自面對。我會在一個安全、被理解的空間中，陪伴你一步一步整理思緒，重拾內在的穩定與力量。
我結合認知行為治療（CBT）、正念及EMDR，協助你處理創傷、改善情緒困擾，並建立更健康的思維模式與心理韌性。我曾協助不少來訪者面對創傷後壓力症（PTSD）、抑鬱、焦慮及人生不同階段的挑戰。
我提供個人及小組輔導，並可使用國語、廣東話及英語進行會談，亦提供網上及面對面服務，方便你按需要作出選擇。
當你準備好踏出改變的第一步，我會在這裡，與你同行。
I also provide services through ICBC, Crime Victims Assistance Program, and First Nations Health Authority.
We all bring distinct histories and concerns to therapy. I respect your story and your concerns, and will provide support in a way that will work for you. Therapeutic approaches will incorporate a variety of principles and concepts to create the ideal therapy for you. It's meant to meet your specific needs.
I also provide services through ICBC, Crime Victims Assistance Program, and First Nations Health Authority.
We all bring distinct histories and concerns to therapy. I respect your story and your concerns, and will provide support in a way that will work for you. Therapeutic approaches will incorporate a variety of principles and concepts to create the ideal therapy for you. It's meant to meet your specific needs.
We believe that therapy is for everyone. With offices located in Surrey, Kelowna, Vancouver, and Chilliwack, our specialized team consists of 20+ clinical counsellors who are uniquely skilled to help you heal and thrive. The research demonstrates that about 70% of what accounts for the change in therapy is based on the therapeutic relationship. It is so important to ensure the right fit; to make sure you feel understood and that you can trust your counsellor to be compassionate, non-judgemental, and professional. We support children, youth, adults, couples, and families to thrive.
We believe that therapy is for everyone. With offices located in Surrey, Kelowna, Vancouver, and Chilliwack, our specialized team consists of 20+ clinical counsellors who are uniquely skilled to help you heal and thrive. The research demonstrates that about 70% of what accounts for the change in therapy is based on the therapeutic relationship. It is so important to ensure the right fit; to make sure you feel understood and that you can trust your counsellor to be compassionate, non-judgemental, and professional. We support children, youth, adults, couples, and families to thrive.
Anxiety can be challenging to live with. Having a negative experience in life which may include separation, grief, loss, infidelity or an experience in the past can sometimes impact our wellbeing. We may find ourselves under stress and feeling exhausted with overwhelming emotions. Our family life and work life may be burning us out.
I provide a safe environment for you to be yourself without judgement and for me to support your personalized goals for counselling. You may require an ear to listen, someone to problem solve with, or to explore why you may say or behave how you do. I use skills and training to support your needs.
Anxiety can be challenging to live with. Having a negative experience in life which may include separation, grief, loss, infidelity or an experience in the past can sometimes impact our wellbeing. We may find ourselves under stress and feeling exhausted with overwhelming emotions. Our family life and work life may be burning us out.
I provide a safe environment for you to be yourself without judgement and for me to support your personalized goals for counselling. You may require an ear to listen, someone to problem solve with, or to explore why you may say or behave how you do. I use skills and training to support your needs.
We all have our unique journeys that is often filled with challenges and obstacles that can be extremely difficult to solely manage effectively. We are all worthy and deserving of healing and inner peace. I create a safe and confidential place where the individuals, couples and family and children experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, loss, communication, sexual abuse, relationship difficulties, drug and alcohol, eating disorder, trauma, separation and divorce, family violence and Indian Residential School effects. You will know what your needs are, what you want and why, make reachable goals and take steps to get them.
We all have our unique journeys that is often filled with challenges and obstacles that can be extremely difficult to solely manage effectively. We are all worthy and deserving of healing and inner peace. I create a safe and confidential place where the individuals, couples and family and children experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, loss, communication, sexual abuse, relationship difficulties, drug and alcohol, eating disorder, trauma, separation and divorce, family violence and Indian Residential School effects. You will know what your needs are, what you want and why, make reachable goals and take steps to get them.
I enjoy helping clients who are working towards (re)discovering their authentic selves. Often this means working with clients who have/are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, body image struggles, substance misuse, and/or ADHD. I have experience working with youth and adults of all different identities.
I enjoy helping clients who are working towards (re)discovering their authentic selves. Often this means working with clients who have/are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, body image struggles, substance misuse, and/or ADHD. I have experience working with youth and adults of all different identities.
Ruth believes that people need to stay connected in meaningful and supportive relationships in order to effect change. Trained in systemic therapy, she works from the premise that when one member hurts, the whole system/family hurts.
To this end, she walks alongside her clients and holds their hand as they collaboratively unravel hidden possibilities and opportunities inherent in their struggles, challenges and pain. A warm nonjudgmental and safe therapeutic space for clients to explore change and growth. Areas of specialization include: Trauma. Anxiety. Depression. Couples. Marriage. Family
Ruth believes that people need to stay connected in meaningful and supportive relationships in order to effect change. Trained in systemic therapy, she works from the premise that when one member hurts, the whole system/family hurts.
To this end, she walks alongside her clients and holds their hand as they collaboratively unravel hidden possibilities and opportunities inherent in their struggles, challenges and pain. A warm nonjudgmental and safe therapeutic space for clients to explore change and growth. Areas of specialization include: Trauma. Anxiety. Depression. Couples. Marriage. Family
I help you make sense of painful past experiences so they no longer leave you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down. Together, we explore the emotions, beliefs, and patterns that have shaped how you see yourself, your relationships, and the world around you. By developing a deeper understanding of yourself, we work toward greater confidence, emotional resilience, and healthier ways of coping. Therapy can create space for healing, self-compassion, meaningful connection, and lasting change. You don’t have to reinvent your life—you can take meaningful steps toward becoming more grounded, as slowly as you need
I help you make sense of painful past experiences so they no longer leave you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down. Together, we explore the emotions, beliefs, and patterns that have shaped how you see yourself, your relationships, and the world around you. By developing a deeper understanding of yourself, we work toward greater confidence, emotional resilience, and healthier ways of coping. Therapy can create space for healing, self-compassion, meaningful connection, and lasting change. You don’t have to reinvent your life—you can take meaningful steps toward becoming more grounded, as slowly as you need
1:1 counselling (in-person, video, and audio) for adults and youth experiencing mental health concerns, challenges with past or current behaviours, relationships, loss, or other life changes and transitions (e.g., personal, family, work, or school).
I bring empathy, curiosity, and humour to the counselling space to build safety and connection as we explore your past and present experiences and work toward your future goals.
1:1 counselling (in-person, video, and audio) for adults and youth experiencing mental health concerns, challenges with past or current behaviours, relationships, loss, or other life changes and transitions (e.g., personal, family, work, or school).
I bring empathy, curiosity, and humour to the counselling space to build safety and connection as we explore your past and present experiences and work toward your future goals.
My ideal client is someone feeling out of balance—physically, emotionally, or both. They may be dealing with stress, anxiety, burnout, or chronic symptoms that don’t have clear medical answers. They’re seeking a more holistic and culturally mindful path to healing.
They want to better manage their emotions, restore mind-body harmony, and build sustainable self-care routines. Most of all, they’re looking for lasting change—not just symptom relief—through a personalized approach that integrates emotional tools, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and modern wellness strategies.
My ideal client is someone feeling out of balance—physically, emotionally, or both. They may be dealing with stress, anxiety, burnout, or chronic symptoms that don’t have clear medical answers. They’re seeking a more holistic and culturally mindful path to healing.
They want to better manage their emotions, restore mind-body harmony, and build sustainable self-care routines. Most of all, they’re looking for lasting change—not just symptom relief—through a personalized approach that integrates emotional tools, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and modern wellness strategies.
I also provide specialized trauma recovery and approved counseling for ICBC car accident claims, WorkSafeBC (WCB) workplace injuries, FNHA ( First Nations Health Authority), and CVAP (Crime Victims Assistance Program).
Reach counselling goals that you never thought possible. As a Metro Counselling Surrey counsellor, I support clients in navigating emotional stress, complex trauma, and relationship challenges through targeted, evidence-based interventions. Break old patterns, and build a resilient foundation for a healthier future.
I also provide specialized trauma recovery and approved counseling for ICBC car accident claims, WorkSafeBC (WCB) workplace injuries, FNHA ( First Nations Health Authority), and CVAP (Crime Victims Assistance Program).
Reach counselling goals that you never thought possible. As a Metro Counselling Surrey counsellor, I support clients in navigating emotional stress, complex trauma, and relationship challenges through targeted, evidence-based interventions. Break old patterns, and build a resilient foundation for a healthier future.
Do you feel overwhelmed emotionally or stressed? Are you feeling anxious and confused? Are you unsure or hopeless? Does life seem unfair? Do you feel life ought to be more but just do not seem to know how to crank that up? Do your life’s experiences keep you down? It may surprise you that these human situations are more common than you think. You have taken the first bold step in looking inward and outward. What do you see? I see your “will”! Where there is a will, there is always a way. Seeking counseling can be a daunting decision for most people! However, it need not be. I look forward to working with you on your journey.
Do you feel overwhelmed emotionally or stressed? Are you feeling anxious and confused? Are you unsure or hopeless? Does life seem unfair? Do you feel life ought to be more but just do not seem to know how to crank that up? Do your life’s experiences keep you down? It may surprise you that these human situations are more common than you think. You have taken the first bold step in looking inward and outward. What do you see? I see your “will”! Where there is a will, there is always a way. Seeking counseling can be a daunting decision for most people! However, it need not be. I look forward to working with you on your journey.
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual clinic specializing in psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach explores the root causes of symptoms by uncovering and understanding underlying emotions through evidence-based treatment. Through collaborative dialogue, we examine unconscious thoughts and emotions shaped from childhood to the present. We work to relieve symptoms by understanding how these patterns affect current experiences, and create targeted strategies for meaningful change long-term.
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual clinic specializing in psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach explores the root causes of symptoms by uncovering and understanding underlying emotions through evidence-based treatment. Through collaborative dialogue, we examine unconscious thoughts and emotions shaped from childhood to the present. We work to relieve symptoms by understanding how these patterns affect current experiences, and create targeted strategies for meaningful change long-term.
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