I found my passion helping people through turmoil and hardship early in my career. I worked in crisis response and coaching for young adults and their families for a decade, supporting people through some of the worst moments of their lives. I’ve worked with individuals with diverse needs, many experiencing mental health crises. I moved into supporting children and youth, exploring how someone’s behaviour and routine can be a tool to supporting their wellness.

I’m currently completing a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology through Yorkville University. I also have been fortunate to have taken a plethora of training and certification opportunities about crisis response, paramedicine, and leadership.

Some of my focus areas for counselling include: crisis counselling, trauma counselling (acute or historic), grief and loss counseling, LGBTQ2S+ support, anxiety, depression, youth & adolescence counselling, and addictions counselling. I work with individuals of all age groups, despite my experiences lending to younger populations.

Through my professional, personal, and educational experience, I have developed a passion for supporting others through hardships and celebrating their path to wellness. I understand that journey is seldom easy, and requires a lot of effort, dedication, and care to reach what can feel like an ever-changing horizon. I hope to join you on that journey together.

In this inclusive space I use a multi-modality approach focussing on Polyvagal Theory, Somatic techniques, Talk Therapy and Mindfulness practices.  Clients learn to reconnect with their bodies, regulate their emotions and process their negative experiences.

I help empower my Clients to use their individual strengths to navigate through life’s challenges with confidence. Clients are offered Psycho-education which helps them understand themselves better & teaches my Clients tangible skills that they can use when they are struggling or in crisis.

The following list includes my areas of specialization:

• Developmental Trauma
• Emotional Regulation
• Sexual Abuse
• Intergenerational Trauma
• Boundaries and Assertiveness
• Depression, Anxiety & Panic Disorders
• Relational Trauma
• Harm Reduction
• Relationship and Couples Counselling
• Gender Dysphoria and Transgender Care
• Grief & Loss
• Life Transitions

A protector for those without protection

A guide for those who have lost their way
A ship for those with oceans to cross

A sanctuary for those in danger

A lamp in the darkness
A resting place for the weary

A guide on the path

I draw upon my background in counselling and health coaching along with my extensive training in Reiki – the Usui system of healing to meet the various needs of my clients.

I specialize in the areas of

• Life transitions
• Grief and loss
• Personal / spiritual growth and development
• Low self worth/ Confidence / Self esteem
• Body image issues
• Chronic pain/ Illness/ End of life
• Life coaching / Health coaching /Healthy lifestyle changes
• Weight loss
• Stress/ Burnout / Compassion fatigue
• Anxiety/ Depression
• Relationship / Couples counselling
• Separation / Divorce
• Assertiveness/ Boundaries
• Communication building
• Coping skills
• Career guidance/ change/ transition
• Finding deeper meaning and purpose

Through my work I facilitate and help create an environment where people can heal themselves and transition to a place of wholeness where they can access a greater sense of joy, meaning and purpose in their lives.

If you are looking to deepen your self trust, to feel more at home in your body, to cultivate more meaningful connections with yourself, others and the world around you then I would be a good fit for you and I would love to accompany you on your journey to greater health and overall wellbeing.

I am a licensed Professional Counsellor, a Certified Holistic Health Coach and a Certified Reiki Master Teacher/ Practitioner. I bring a wealth of knowledge and lived experience to my practice. I welcome any inquiries and the opportunity to work with you towards your highest goals.

Let me walk along side you to a place of deeper self-awareness, realization, personal empowerment and growth.

With love, light and gratitude,

Jessica Hughes

I am a Registered Professional Counsellor- Candidate (RPC-C) through the Canadian Professional Counsellor’s Association (CPCA). I am also registered through the CPCA and hold an RPC-C designation. I completed my Diploma of Applied Psychology and Counselling Specializing in Counselling at Kelowna College of Professional Counselling in July of 2020. While completing my schooling, I volunteered at KCR as a counsellor and outreach worker. Helping all types of people in whatever situation they were in. I believe that with my education and volunteer experience it has allowed me to hone my personal skills to help others and gave me the tools I need to help people get the necessary confidence to create change for themselves.

The following list below are my areas of specialization:

• Personal development
•  Assertiveness / Boundaries
• Depression, anxiety & panic disorders
•  Suicidal Ideation
• Suicide Crisis Intervention
• Past or recent trauma
• Mental and or Physical abuse
• Low self-worth/ Confidence / Self esteem
• Relationship and couples counselling
• Drug and Alcohol Addictions
• Gender dysphoria, LGBTQ transitions & other issues
• Communication building
• Grief/ Loss counselling
• Career planning

My drive and my passion for helping children took me to Stenberg College where I worked on and completed my certification as an Education Assistant. I took my passion for working with children and started working in the school-based system where I enjoyed 5 plus years.

My time in the school-based system opened my eyes to the increasing behaviors in the classroom, but most of these children had no support as they were diagnosed with ADHD or other behavioural issues. I felt there was a need to understand and help these kids to understand themselves and to navigate the school setting that was so turbulent for them, so I designed a program based on accountability and awareness that has been extremely successful. I felt there was so much more to learn so I broadened my scope and took Expressive Play Therapy and Play Therapies at the Justice Institute Of BC.

I have also attended Sand Play Therapy at Trinity Western University. I have been working as a Behavioral Technician at Crossroads Collective and with my added training can also offer Play Therapy Counselling in addition to my skills as a behavioural specialist.

I am excited to share my training, education and passion for helping children. It is a pleasure for me to work with a child, inclusive and alongside the families, to give a comprehensive and overall panoptic treatment plan

As an empathic listener for my clients, I treat them with kindness and a non-judgemental approach. I believe that all people pose an internal drive towards positive change and growth. Let me assist you in reaching new goals for your child/youth and family. I have had experience working with a wide range of children and families, blended, or separated.

Some of the diagnoses that I have worked with are Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, ODD, OCD, Behavior Issues, Stress, Autism, Grief. I have helped families in all these areas, plus more. I have a passion for teaching, playing, learning, and bringing out the best in all. Let me assist you on your journey or your child’s journey. We are in this together!

I prefer in utilizing an integrative approach in which they blend different but complimentary theories to work with their client in the most effective way. This flexible approach enables the counselling experience to be tailored to the individual needs and style of each client. I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental environment where relationship can thrive.

I have earned my Bachelor’s in Developmental Counseling and Master’s in Psychology from India. Also have 6+ years of experience of working with children and young youth both in elementary and secondary schools as a counselor and as academia support teacher. I plan to educate myself again in Canada starting May 2022 with master’s in counselling psychology. I have experience working with a broad range of mental health difficulties along with life challenges. I have worked alongside parents and teachers and other professionals. My main areas of focus are those who present with anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation. I also work with those who have experienced grief/loss, life transitions (school, work, moving), anger, bullying/discrimination and conflict resolution.

I completed a Masters degree in Mental Health and Marriage & Family Counselling from Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary in Massachusetts, from the United States. I have worked with college students and people of various ages in an outpatient unit at a hospital. My treatment and therapy methodology approach consists of an integrative approach that comprises multiple techniques, such as CBT, Strength-Based, Solution-focused brief therapy, and Existentialism.

Prior to pursuing my Masters degree in Counselling, I completed a Masters in Divinity and have worked for more than ten years in a faith community. I welcome clients wanting to integrate faith into their counselling sessions. I am also fluent in Korean and familiar with Korean culture for clients who feel more comfortable expressing themselves in Korean.

My areas of specialization include the following: depression, anxiety & panic disorders, self-Esteem, assertiveness & boundaries, grief counselling, personal development, relationship and couples counselling, fears & phobias, addictions, eating disorders, anger Management, life transitions, and past or recent trauma.

I am deeply passionate and honoured to help you through:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Trauma
• Inner-child healing
• Life transitions & Big changes
• Procrastination
• Social Anxiety
• Health Anxiety
• General Dissatisfaction & Unhappiness
• Feeling Stuck

I am a mindfulness-based Somatic Therapy practitioner, an Anxiety Coach, a Forest Therapy Guide, and a Life Coach. Using my Body – Mind – Spirit method, I help people to heal from a whole self perspective. I also use the bottom-up method, which addresses the body first. My belief is that our bodies hold the wisdom to our healing, and when we use body-based methods, we are able to heal from our traumas and create more freedom in our lives. When we have anxiety, there is something out of alignment in our lives, my method helps you to come back into alignment with your true self. 

When I was 22, I was diagnosed with cancer. I had severe anxiety, and the cancer gave me the realization that I needed to make a change. From this experience, I became passionate about healing my own anxiety, and learning where anxiety comes from, and how I can help others heal, too. Which has led me to where I am today, using trauma-informed body-based methods, along with mindset coaching, and spiritual healing. Using what I learned works best for healing anxiety, now helps my clients heal as well, helping them to finally free free, calm, and deeply joyful in their lives again. 

The following list below are my areas of specialization:

• Anxiety, panic, and depression
• Personal development
• Spiritual connection, healing, and growth
• Finding purpose & fulfillment
• Self-love, Self-trust, and Self-worth
• Assertiveness / Boundaries
• Past or recent trauma or abuse
• Self-sabotaging behaviour
• Eating disorders and addictions
• Life transitions
• Communication building
• Grief counselling
• Life coaching

I would be absolutely honoured to help you, and to be a part of your healing & growth journey. 

Remember changing your life takes courage, I am here for you and provide a safe and non-judgmental atmosphere to support your growth. Reach out if you are:

• A new parent or having parenting challenges.
• Struggling with your mental health or addiction.
• Facing a career change or feeling unsatisfied with your current career.
• Feeling stuck.
• Unsatisfied in your relationship.
• Scared you are not reaching your full potential.

Since completing my Masters in Counselling Psychology with Yorkville University, the collective at Crossroads has supported me to strengthen my clinical skills through creating opportunities for personal growth and reflection.

I completed my Bachelor of Arts with a Psychology Major from Simon Fraser University in 2001 and between then and now I have acted as a personal counsellor, a group facilitator, a visitation & access supervisor, a family worker and a parent educator which entailed completing parenting assessments.  Further to this I foster parented a youngster who had fetal alcohol syndrome and have worked with neurodiverse populations across all faucets of my professional career.

I believe that we all have the capacity for personal excellence and it is my contagious enthusiasm for life that I hope to pass along to you during our session time together. I am empathic, genuine in my interventions and compassionate to all cultural, sexual orientation and socio-economic backgrounds. I will meet you with warmth, trust and respect.

You are not alone, every journey starts with a single step.

At times, we all wonder if our present-day realities are aligned with our intended paths. Was it the right time? The right job? The right relationship? Is this as good as it gets? Am I happy? Am I fulfilled? If you experience anxiety, depression, confusion or simply feel alone, counselling can offer opportunities for a deeper sense of connection to yourself, your relationships, and your life. I am here to walk alongside of you, to listen to your goals, desires and needs. Whether it is sharing long kept secrets, traumas, or personal revelations I am here to connect with you.

The following list below are my areas of specialization:

• Supporting change/transitions.
• Overcoming barriers.
• Building confidence, self-esteem and sense of self.
• Depression & anxiety.
• Managing intense feelings, emotional regulation and anger management.
• Past or recent trauma or abuse.
• Parenting challenges.
• Relationship and couples counselling.
• Infidelity.
• Addictions.
• Divorce, separation and blended families.
• Navigating strained relationships.
• Life transitions.
• Gender dysphoria, LGBTQ transitions & other issues.
• Communication building.
• Grief counselling.
• Career planning.
• Family planning at transitional ages: birth, school age and adult.
• Personal goal attainment.
• Issues with body image, health & ablism.

I have a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology degree and a certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and experienced yoga and meditation teacher and I embrace a holistic, mindfulness-based approach to mental health and wellness looks at how an individual’s overall life impacts their psychological, physical, spiritual, and emotional well- being. My approach is to help clients navigate their issues and problems within a safe, culturally responsive, collaborative empathetic, nonjudgmental, open space where we can build a therapeutic relationship designed to meet your needs.

I am passionate about mental health, physical health, disease prevention, healing, and emotional empowerment.  Life by its very nature is uncertain and comes with challenges, life transitions, grief, unexpected loss, illness, and change, and I am here to help make sense and help resolve the anxieties and issues that come along with it. I specialize in deconstructing and dismantling sociocultural pressures, childhood and family issues and trauma that can manifest into poor self worth and self esteem, eating disorders, overthinking, depression and anxiety. I am here to help you manage these issues, learn, heal and create long term sustainable strategies so you can live a peaceful and content life.

I also specialize in pre-marital, couples and relationship counselling helping clients identify their unmet needs, resolve issues and help create emotional safety, mutual understanding through effective communication promoting long lasting healthy connections.

My specialities include Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Self Esteem, Emotion Regulation, Stress Management, Life Coaching, Mindfulness-Based and Yoga Based Techniques, Health and Wellness, Couples Counselling, Relationship counselling, Separation/Divorce, Trauma, Eating Issues and Life Coaching, and Emotional Empowerment.

My purpose in life has always been to help others. As I pursue my career as a therapist I am currently working as an associate counsellor and have nearly completed my MED in Counselling to become a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) through BCACC.

In addition, I have completed my Bachelor of Education and Post Graduate Certificate in Special Education. My other credentials include my BA in Child and Youth Care.

Working with children, youth and families have granted me the opportunity to build positive connections using a strength-based approach and mindful thinking to help individuals regulate their emotions, problem-solve, and increase self-confidence and self-esteem.

I have supported students in the school system in my current and past career from elementary to high school. As an Integration Support Teacher, my current role allows me to support neurodiverse individuals to ensure they have a valuable, inclusive, educational experience.

Some tasks include preparing and writing Individual Educational Plans (IEPs), helping students transition to kindergarten and high school, and supporting students in their academic or life skills. I also work closely and collaboratively with the family, the school staff, and community partners like OT/PT/ SLP specialists to help with any physical, personal, or communication needs. In my previous career as a Child and Youth Care Worker I worked in the school system and community to help students regarding their social-emotional, or behavioural needs in a supportive approach including one-to-one or small group sessions. I continue developing my skills and therapeutic approach using sand tray therapy, solution-focused therapy, strength-based and person-centred methods, and Mindfulness.

I have come to learn and believe that humans can attain self-actualization when provided with the right support, tools, and skills. I align with CBT orientation as I believe having the proper mindset helps individuals morph into the best versions of themselves, thus achieving self-actualization. I also use Rogers’s person-centred approach in my work because the client is the expert of their own lived experiences.

I completed my undergraduate degree at Simon Fraser University with a BA in Health Science major and Gerontology Minor and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. With over ten years of experience volunteering and working with children and families, I found myself with a strong passion for counselling.

It will be a huge privilege to work alongside you as we journey together to help you through life circumstances and find healing.

The following are areas I can support you with:  

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Family Dynamics
• Parenting
• Pregnancy, Prenatal, and Postpartum
• Self Confidence and Self-Esteem
• Racial Identity
• Stress Management
• Time Management
• Boundaries
• Career Planning
• Relationships

My belief in the counselling process has been encouraged through my own positive personal experiences with counselling. Many of us experience times in our lives when we are faced with challenges, transitions, fears, loss, or decisions that may feel impossible to face alone. Counselling can help to navigate these difficult experiences, provide resources and tools to help you to heal and grow and be redeemed into happier, healthier more productive versions of yourself. Some of the challenges counselling can help you navigate are:

• parenting struggles
• grief and loss
• relationship issues
• mental health challenges such as anxiety or depression
• big life transitions
• stress
• emotion regulation

I work with youth, individuals, and couples. My approach is holistic, person centered, trauma informed, and strengths based. I also use mindfulness and experiential techniques as well as evidence-based strategies from cognitive behaviour therapy.   

I love yoga, beaches, chocolate, and summertime. I am an avid dog lover and believe in the therapeutic capacity of our furry friends. I look forward to meeting you and supporting you on your journey to wellness. 

I believe that every individual has the potential and the capacity to face hardship with strength and resiliency. My passion is to help clients navigate the ever-changing landscape of their lives to discover their own strengths in the face of adversity and to celebrate the best versions of themselves. Through the therapeutic relationship I desire to create a collaborative, safe, non-judgmental and vulnerable space where clients can come to be seen, heard and known. 

Whether through unexpected or planned life transition, challenging circumstances or relationship, the daily battle with chronic illness and/or pain, or simply seeking to become the best version of themselves, my passion is to provide individuals with coping skills, management strategies and resources to gain self-confidence and motivation to move from where they are to where they want to be. I believe that our past influences our present but does not define our future. 

I have completed both my Undergraduate degree in Psychology and hold my Graduate degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

I operate from strong personal intuition, empathy, friendship, and a sincere place in my heart. I use holistic lens and rely heavily on Rogerian Person-Centered philosophy and Solution Focused Therapy to establish good communication and working relationship with my clients. It would be a pleasure to serve my innate qualities to bring out a happier, healthier and the most confident human in you.

I am currently undergoing training for Gottman’s Method Couples Therapy Level 1 and 2 certification and cater to a variety of clients including children, youth, adults, and couples.

I am a Learner Support Team Teacher from past 6 years and completing my M.Ed in Counselling in March 2023. I have a B.A in Psychology and B.Ed with a minor in Human Development and Counselling. My role as a LST Teacher allows me to work specifically with students who have exceptionalities and vulnerabilities. I am both, experienced and trained, to support neurotypical, neurodiverse children (and their families) who may have behavior or academic challenges. I strongly believe the core to all mending starts at the heart center, with kindness and relationship building. 

The following are my areas of specialization and passion:

• Personal Development
• Life Transitions
• Self-Esteem and Confidence Coaching
• Impact of Migration
• Racial Identity
• Career Planning
• Loss and Grievance
• Depression & Anxiety
• Pain & Trauma
• Child/Youth Counselling
• Burnout
• Relationship/Couples/Marriage Counselling
• Divorce & Separation
• Spiritual, Holistic Healing

My experience includes working as a headteacher with children, youth, and their families within specialty programs for the Surrey School district as well as creative and collaborative experiences in the performing arts. I have a MA in Counselling Psychology, BA in Secondary Education and a BA in Performing Arts. As an immigrant to Canada, I recognize and value the parts of us all that need community, familiarity, and a space that we can feel safe to pause, learn and grow.

Some of the areas I can support you with include

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Building confidence, self-esteem, and sense of self
• Stress Management
• Grief
• Past or recent trauma or abuse
• Establishing and maintaining healthy boundaries
• Relationships
• Mindfulness-based techniques
• Health and wellness
• Life Transitions
• Career Planning

I am a believer in the power of people to learn, grow and make changes in their life on their own time, and at their own pace. Therapy is the privilege of walking beside someone in their journey of wellness. I look forward to working together to create and reach therapeutic goals that are unique to your lifestyle and identity. 

I believe in a counselling setting where we work together to explore and discover your individual strengths and develop skills to overcome life’s challenges and adversities to ultimately achieve fulfilment and overall well-being.

I can offer counselling and support in the following areas:

• Relationship difficulties
• Trauma
• Losses
• Life transitions
• Stress and Anxiety
• Process addictions
• Emotion Regulation
• Burnout
• Self-Esteem
• Anger Management 

I decided to pursue a career in counselling when I was standing with a sales client trying to navigate his recent separation from his spouse. I remember standing there desperate to help and feeling completely helpless. That was the day I discovered my passion for people and helping them realise their absolute potential in mitigating difficult situations.

As an Immigrant to Canada, I believe I bring a unique perspective to the therapy room and understand the importance of being able navigate life’s uncertainties and changes. Immigration has also taught me the importance of relationships and community and how difficult it can be to adapt to a new culture or surroundings.

My style as a therapist is warm, empathic, creative, and encouraging. I offer thoughtful questions to inspire shifts in perspective and enhanced self-awareness. I am likely to gently challenge you to think, feel, and act in different ways to promote healthy relationships with others and with yourself. I aim to help you feel deeply seen, heard, and understood in each of our sessions together.

It would be my privilege to help you navigate difficult life experiences including:

• The loss of intimacy and desire with your partner
• Communication breakdowns with your partner or children
• Chronic pain, anxiety, or depression from a motor vehicle accident
• Getting passed over repeatedly for that big promotion at work
• Being “on edge” and constantly feeling the need to keep busy or be perfect

I am completing my Master of Counselling Psychology (MCP) degree at Adler University and am a student member of the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC) and the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA). Prior to graduate school I attained a bachelor’s degree from Simon Fraser University and founded three small businesses. I have also provided play-based behaviour intervention for autistic children, authored and published a best-selling parenting book, and worked for a decade in the construction industry.

Although I can always remember having an interest in understanding how others think and what might motivate them to act in certain ways, the greatest catalyst toward eventually becoming a therapist was being in a motor vehicle accident back in 2011. Along the road to physical recovery, I embarked upon an incredibly rewarding and profound path to emotional recovery as well. To my surprise, therapy provided me the precise tools I needed to self-regulate, understand my life patterns, and drastically improve relationships. Through therapy I had experienced genuine validation and undivided attention unlike I had ever encountered before. I have since been a strong advocate for counselling and am grateful to now be able to help others in this highly meaningful work.

My areas of specialization include:

• Borderline Personality Disorder
• Obsessions and compulsions
• Insomnia and sleep difficulties
• Depression and anxiety
• Dissociation
• Trauma processing
• Self-compassion
• Forgiveness
• Desire and intimacy in couples/partners
• Consensual non-monogamy
• Boundaries and assertiveness training
• Workplace conflict
• Career advancement

The forms of therapy that most shape my practice include:

• Schema Therapy
• Jungian Depth Psychology
• Sand Tray Therapy

I commend you on taking this courageous leap toward resolving areas of distress in your life and choosing to cultivate joy. As counselling is not a one-size-fits-all approach, I look forward to developing an individual therapy that meets your specific needs.

I have worked for over a decade as a voice coach with artists and students aged six to sixty-five, helping them discover confidence in themselves through voice work, drama, and public speaking to create life-affirming transformation through voice. I bring this same compassion and curiosity to my work as an intern counsellor at Crossroads Collective.

I have a BA in Acting, and am in the final stages of completing my Masters Degree in Counselling Psychology.

Some of the challenges counselling can help you navigate are:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Grief
• Building Confidence
• Self-Esteem and Sense of Self
• Communication Skills
• Stress Management
• Personal Development
• Past or Recent Trauma or Abuse
• Establishing and Maintaining Healthy Boundaries
• Family dynamics
• Life Transitions
• Career Planning
• Health and Wellness
• Fears
• Relationship Issues
• Emotional Regulation
• Burn-out
• Career Planning

I believe people are innately searching to lead the best lives they can, with the tools they have. I work with adults, children and teens, in group, couples, and individual settings. Please don’t hesitate to reach out for a free trial session to see if we would be a good match. It would be my honour to accompany you on your journey.

Everyone is made up of unique parts that make them whole, from their life experiences, culture, gender, and even their familial background, which I am respectful of when working with you. I hope to use these parts to help you work on your resiliency and belief in yourself.

Stress can present itself in a multitude of ways, such as physically, mentally, or emotionally, spilling over into multiple areas of your life. I would like to help you learn to manage such stressors appropriately, resulting in you becoming a happier and more fulfilled self.

I am currently working to complete my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology to register as a Clinical Counsellor. I have previously obtained my Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and have extensive experience working with marginalized populations from diverse backgrounds, including those with undiagnosed mental health challenges, addiction issues, family fragmentation, and identity issues.

I work with children, youth, and adults, as well as all genders. I like to use a variety of techniques, such as mindfulness, person-centered, Alderian, Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. I aim to provide you with a safe space where you can share without judgment and feel heard and respected for your life experiences and needs. The journey to healing is a collaborative process that I hope to help you navigate successfully.

Some of the areas I can help you with include:

• Anxiety
• Burnout
• Building confidence
• Career planning
• Coping skills
• Depression
• Divorce
• Emotional regulation
• Establishing and maintaining healthy boundaries
• Family conflict
• Grief
• Health and wellness
• Life transitions
• Racial identity
• Relationship issues
• School issues
• Self-esteem
• Stress