Low Cost Counselling in Vancouver
with Michelle

(Intern)

Low Cost Counselling with
Michelle Blackwell

michelle blackwell vancouver low cost therapy

Counselling Intern,
Final Year, M.A. Counselling,
Yorkville Universtity

"When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change."
- Wayne Dyre

"The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are."
- Carl Jung

Michelle is a student completing her counselling degree at Yorkville University and offers low cost counselling. Michelle is supervised by Rachel Friederichsen, Registered Clinical Counsellor, and Approved Clinical Supervisor with the BCACC.

Please note that insurance plans may not accept claims from intern counsellors

Michelle’s Personal Approach to Counselling

At the core of Michelle's approach is her belief that every individual is beautifully imperfect, and that true perfection lies not in being flawless, but in embracing authenticity. She feels deeply privileged to work alongside her clients, earning their trust and developing a greater understanding of their unique perspectives and aspirations.

Michelle is dedicated to supporting individuals, couples, and families in exploring their emotional landscapes and navigating life’s challenges. She believes that therapy is most effective when adapted to the unique needs of each client. Some clients may prefer a more depth focused approach, leading towards exploring emotional patterns, while others may lean towards tools and more solution focused approaches, in favour of more immediate change. By combining several approaches, Michelle endeavours to provide therapy that is both insightful and practical, helping clients make meaningful progress in their emotional and personal growth. It is important to her that each person she works with feels heard, understood, and empowered on their journey - wherever they are hoping to go!

Her personal journey of raising two teenage children, maintaining a long-term relationship, being a caregiver for aging parents, along with over two decades of experience in the corporate world, has created a wealth of experiences that provide her with valuable insights into the dynamics of personal and family relationships. These diverse experiences help her attune to the challenges her clients face, both personally and professionally.

Michelle’s own experiences as a client in therapy have shown her the profound impact a strong relationship with a counsellor can have, particularly when grounded in acceptance and understanding. She is committed to creating a safe and empathic space where clients can explore their challenges at their own pace.

Here, you are encouraged to express yourself openly, knowing you will be met with care and respect, all leading towards personal growth and lasting change!

Michelle welcomes diverse clients of all backgrounds, orientations, and beliefs.

COMMON COUNSELLING CONCERNS MICHELLE ENJOYS WORKING WITH:

  • Career Counselling

  • Trauma

  • Burnout

  • Chronic Illness

  • Depression

  • Parenting

  • Divorce

  • Grief & Loss

  • Relationship Challenges

  • Self-Worth

  • Seniors

  • Sex Workers

  • Spirituality

  • Women’s Health

  • Disordered Eating History

COUNSELLING FEES

50 min session: $55+ GST
65 min relationship/couples session: $65+ GST

We accept e-transfer as our primary method of payment.

In efforts to keep our overall rates lower, we also offer the option to pay by credit card with a 2.4% processing fee

To learn more about Michelle’s approach to counselling, ask questions about how she might be able to support you, or to be added to her waitlist, please contact her below.