Brain Injury Therapy & Counselling

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You’re Still You, Even If Life Feels Different Now

A traumatic brain injury can change more than your memory or concentration. It can affect your energy, emotions, relationships, confidence, and ability to keep up with the life you had before. You may be adjusting to changes that other people can’t see while trying to explain why things that once felt easy now take so much more effort.

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Sydney Low

MPCC-P, She/Her

Does it feel like you’re trying to figure yourself out all over again?

Living with the effects of a traumatic brain injury can be frustrating, overwhelming, and isolating. You may look fine on the outside while privately struggling with changes that have made everyday life feel unfamiliar.

Maybe you:

  • Feel frustrated by changes in your memory, concentration, or mental energy.

  • Get overwhelmed more easily by noise, stimulation, conversations, or busy environments.

  • Struggle with fatigue and feel like you have less energy than you used to.

  • Feel more emotional, irritable, anxious, or easily overwhelmed than before your injury.

  • Have difficulty adjusting to changes in work, school, relationships, or daily responsibilities.

  • Feel disconnected from the person you were before your injury.

  • Find yourself comparing your current abilities to what you could do before.

  • Struggle to communicate what you need because your challenges aren’t always visible to others.

  • Feel guilty or frustrated when you need more rest, support, or accommodations.

  • Worry about your future and whether life will ever feel normal again.

A traumatic brain injury can affect your sense of identity as much as it affects your day-to-day functioning. Counselling can provide a space to make sense of these changes, process what you’ve experienced, and build a way forward that works with where you are now.

What TBI Therapy Can Do for You

Traumatic brain injury treatment isn’t just about returning to who you were before your injury. Counselling can help you understand your experience, adjust to changes, and reconnect with the parts of yourself that may have felt lost along the way.

Using a trauma-informed, person-centred approach, we can focus on:

  • Processing the emotional impact of your traumatic brain injury.

  • Adjusting to changes in your abilities, energy, relationships, or independence.

  • Developing strategies for emotional regulation and managing overwhelm.

  • Working through grief, frustration, anger, anxiety, or changes in identity.

  • Building self-compassion around what you can and cannot do right now.

  • Learning how to recognize your limits and communicate your needs.

  • Exploring ways to rebuild confidence and create realistic expectations for yourself.

  • Finding practical ways to support your mental and emotional wellbeing alongside your recovery.

You don’t have to minimize what you’re experiencing just because your injury isn’t visible. Whether you’re adjusting to a recent traumatic brain injury or living with long-term effects, therapy can help you feel more understood, supported, and confident in moving forward.

Sydney Low

MPCC-P, She/Her

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How To Get Started

Free Client Consultation

During this over the phone session, we will discuss your unique needs and goals, explore how our counselling services can support you, and answer any questions you may have.

15 mins

Initial Counselling Session

This initial session provides a space for us to collaboratively explore your goals, establish informed consent, and complete any necessary paperwork.

50 mins

Counselling Session        

Our counselling sessions offer personalized support and guidance tailored to your specific needs.

50 mins

Insurance

Here are a few companies who have covered the cost of counselling services. Please double check your policy to ensure that your counsellors designation is covered.

At this time, direct billing is available for certain insurance providers. Click on your insurance provider to confirm if direct billing is available.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm that counselling services are covered.

    Client pays upfront and submits receipts for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm that counselling services are covered.

    Client pays upfront and submits receipts for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm that counselling services are covered.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing is unavailable

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing available

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing is unavailable

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Greenshield includes coverage for mental health services provided by CPCA members. Coverage limits and conditions should be reviewed in your policy.

    Direct billing is now available for Greenshield members.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm that counselling services are covered.

    Client pays upfront and submits receipts for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm that counselling services are covered.

    • Paul (RSW) is currently covered under ICBC but cannot direct bill.

    Client pays upfront and submits receipts for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm that counselling services are covered.

    Client pays upfront and submits receipts for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm that counselling services are covered.

    Client pays upfront and submits receipts for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm that counselling services are covered.

    Client pays upfront and submits receipts for reimbursement.

  • Certain Municipal Fire Departments offer coverage for mental health counselling by CPCA members. Coverage specifics will depend on the department's policy.

    Client pays upfront and submits receipts for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm that counselling services are covered.

    Client pays upfront and submits receipts for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing not currently available

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available once she is no longer provisional

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to Pacific Blue Cross for reimbursement based on your plan.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm that counselling services are covered.

    Client pays upfront and submits receipts for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm that counselling services are covered.

    Client pays upfront and submits receipts for reimbursement.

  • The SAJE Mental Health and Counselling Benefit provides funds for young adults from government care (including Indigenous Child and Family Service Agencies [ICFSA]) to access services to improve mental and emotional health and well-being, including addressing experiences of trauma. The benefit covers the costs of mental health and counselling services up to $1,500 per calendar year.

    We have been approved as a counsellor for clients using this benefit in the past and are set up to direct bill to SAJE.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm that counselling services are covered.

    Client pays upfront and submits receipts for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing available

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing available

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing will be available soon

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

  • Please check your benefits plan to confirm counselling coverage.

    • Riley (MPCC): Direct billing available

    • Paul (RSW): Direct billing is unavailable

    • Sydney (MPCC-P): Direct billing will be available soon

    If direct billing is unavailable, you can submit your receipt directly to your plan for reimbursement.

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