Jessica Forrest,
Counsellor, PhD, RCC (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5 Endorsed
Let's Connect (902) 700-3029

You spend days replaying something that happened, bouncing between "Am I overreacting? Maybe I should just let it go" and "but that wasn't okay... was it?" You try to stay calm, explain yourself carefully, and accommodate others to keep the peace. Inside, you might feel anxious, frustrated, or alone. You're used to considering everyone else's feelings while quietly wondering, "What about mine?" Somewhere along the way, you may have learned it was safer to keep your feelings inside and stay small. But maybe your feelings aren't wrong. Maybe they're pointing toward something worth listening to.
I help people navigate anxiety, people-pleasing, self-doubt, relationship patterns, boundaries, trauma, and burnout. Together, we slow down and listen for the wisdom underneath your feelings, even when fear or doubt has made it hard to trust yourself.
My hope is that counselling becomes a warm, compassionate place where you feel understood, accepted, and gently supported in coming home to yourself. If this resonates, I'd love to connect.
Call or Email Jessica Forrest, PhD now for a free 15 minute consultation - (902) 700-3029
Let's Connect (902) 700-3029

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $145
Payment Methods
American Express, e-Transfer, Mastercard, Visa
Jessica Forrest, PhD
Counsellor, PhD, RCC
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (902) 700-3029
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of British Columbia / 21106 Jessica Forrest
- In Practice for 4 years
- Attended Macquarie University, PhD in Psychology, Graduated 2016
- Membership with BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC) S00346 / 2024
- Membership with Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association 11247369 / 2024
Counsellor: Jessica Forrest
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Jessica Forrest, PhD
Counsellor, PhD, RCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (902) 700-3029
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Relationship Issues
- Trauma and PTSD
Expertise
- Depression
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Psychedelic Integration
- Self Esteem
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
Jessica Forrest, PhD
Counsellor, PhD, RCC
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (902) 700-3029
5 Endorsements
Group Practice
Victoria Trauma Therapy Centre - Trauma Therapy BC
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW
Grove Narrative Therapy & Consulting
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW, MNTCW
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Compassion Focused
- Emotionally Focused
- Experiential Therapy
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Relational
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Jessica Forrest, PhD
Counsellor, PhD, RCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (902) 700-3029
Location
Group Practice
Victoria Trauma Therapy Centre - Trauma Therapy BC