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Serena Slade

Counsellor, RTC-C (she, her)

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Available both in-person and online
5688 Cowrie Street 204 Sechelt, BC V0N
You've been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, and unsure how to move forward. Together, we will create a supportive space for you to slow down, make sense of what you’re experiencing so you can begin to reconnect with yourself.
I offer a safe, compassionate, trauma-informed approach that integrates nervous system awareness through somatic practices along with evidence-based tools to help you build self-understanding, resilience, and long lasting change.
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stuck or going through a season of change, you’re not alone. Healing begins when you feel safe enough to pause and listen to yourself. You don’t have to walk this path on your own.
Call or Serena Slade now for a free 15 minute consultation - (825) 773-0904

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

5688 Cowrie Street

204

Sechelt, BC V0N map

(825) 773-0904

New Heights Massage Therapy Inc.

4341 Hastings Street

Burnaby, BC V5C map

My website
I offer in-person sessions in Sechelt (Tuesdays) and virtual across BC (Tuesday - Friday). 15-min complimentary discovery calls available.
I specialize in Burn Out & Stress, Women's Issues and Life Transitions 
$100 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Offering a calm, supportive space to feel heard and understood
Serena Slade
Let's Connect (825) 773-0904
Photo of Serena Slade, Counsellor, RTC-C

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

5688 Cowrie Street

204

Sechelt, BC V0N map

(825) 773-0904

New Heights Massage Therapy Inc.

4341 Hastings Street

Burnaby, BC V5C map

My website
I offer in-person sessions in Sechelt (Tuesdays) and virtual across BC (Tuesday - Friday). 15-min complimentary discovery calls available.
I specialize in Burn Out & Stress, Women's Issues and Life Transitions 
$100 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Offering a calm, supportive space to feel heard and understood
Serena Slade

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $100
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

e-Transfer, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • SunLife
  • TELUS Health
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I aim to keep counselling as accessible as possible and I am happy to discuss payment options before we begin. While direct billing isn't available at this time, receipts are provided for potential reimbursement through extended health benefits. Please note that I have a 24 hour cancellation policy.
Photo of Serena Slade, Counsellor, RTC-C
Serena Slade
Counsellor, RTC-C
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (825) 773-0904
"
I aim to keep counselling as accessible as possible and I am happy to discuss payment options before we begin. While direct billing isn't available at this time, receipts are provided for potential reimbursement through extended health benefits. Please note that I have a 24 hour cancellation policy.
Photo of Serena Slade, Counsellor, RTC-C
Serena Slade
Counsellor, RTC-C
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (825) 773-0904

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of British Columbia / 4230 Serena Slade
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Rhodes Wellness College, Professional Counselling Diploma, Graduated 2025
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with Membership with Association of Cooperative Counselling Therapists 4230 / 2026
Photo of Serena Slade, Counsellor, RTC-C
Serena Slade
Counsellor, RTC-C
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (825) 773-0904
Photo of Serena Slade, Counsellor, RTC-C
Serena Slade
Counsellor, RTC-C
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (825) 773-0904

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Burn Out & Stress
  • Women's Issues
  • Life Transitions

Expertise

  • Alcohol Use
  • Anxiety
  • Caregivers
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Grief
  • Hoarding
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Self Esteem
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Spirituality
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I support client's in a variety of areas, with a particular passion for helping those navigating stress, burn out, grief, and life transitions. I create a flexible, supportive space where we can explore patterns, build self-compassion, and reconnect with yourself.
Photo of Serena Slade, Counsellor, RTC-C
Serena Slade
Counsellor, RTC-C
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (825) 773-0904
"
I support client's in a variety of areas, with a particular passion for helping those navigating stress, burn out, grief, and life transitions. I create a flexible, supportive space where we can explore patterns, build self-compassion, and reconnect with yourself.
Photo of Serena Slade, Counsellor, RTC-C
Serena Slade
Counsellor, RTC-C
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (825) 773-0904

4 Endorsements

Dana Hubley
Dana Hubley
Registered Professional Counsellor - CandidateMPCC-P
Serena possesses a rare gift for authenticity that allows her clients to feel deeply seen and understood without judgment. Her ability to cultivate such a secure therapeutic environment empowers individuals to explore their inner world with confidence.
Cyrus Counselling
Cyrus Counselling
Registered Therapeutic Counsellor (Candidate)RTCc
Serena has a gift for holding space. She is warm, open hearted, and genuinely skilled at making you feel safe enough to go deeper. Having experienced her presence firsthand, I can say: you will feel truly met in her care.
Teagan Dobson
Teagan Dobson
Registered Therapeutic Counsellor CandidateRTC-C
Serena is a grounded and thoughtful counsellor. She brings deep curiosity and strong sensitivity to emotional experience, meeting clients with warmth and steadiness. She builds trusting, meaningful connections that support reflection and understanding.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Feminist
  • Humanistic
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
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I take an integrative, client-centered approach, drawing from a range of evidence-based and somatic therapies depending on your unique needs and goals. Rather than a one-size-fits-all model, I tailor each session to support you in a way that feels most helpful, relevant, and aligned.
Photo of Serena Slade, Counsellor, RTC-C
Serena Slade
Counsellor, RTC-C
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (825) 773-0904
"
I take an integrative, client-centered approach, drawing from a range of evidence-based and somatic therapies depending on your unique needs and goals. Rather than a one-size-fits-all model, I tailor each session to support you in a way that feels most helpful, relevant, and aligned.
Photo of Serena Slade, Counsellor, RTC-C
Serena Slade
Counsellor, RTC-C
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (825) 773-0904

Location

Primary Location

5688 Cowrie Street

204

Sechelt, BC V0N

(825) 773-0904

Additional Location

New Heights Massage Therapy Inc.

4341 Hastings Street

Burnaby, BC V5C

(825) 773-0904

Nearby Areas

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I offer in-person sessions in Sechelt (Tuesdays) and virtual across BC (Tuesday - Friday). 15-min complimentary discovery calls available.
Photo of Serena Slade, Counsellor, RTC-C
Serena Slade
Counsellor, RTC-C
Call for a free consultation now - (825) 773-0904
"
I offer in-person sessions in Sechelt (Tuesdays) and virtual across BC (Tuesday - Friday). 15-min complimentary discovery calls available.
Photo of Serena Slade, Counsellor, RTC-C
Serena Slade
Counsellor, RTC-C
Call for a free consultation now - (825) 773-0904