Online Counselling and Therapy Across British Columbia
Safe, Skilled Therapy, Wherever You Are in BC
Whether you're in a busy city or a quiet rural town, you deserve access to therapy that feels safe, effective, and tailored to you. At Tidal Trauma Centre, we offer secure online counselling across British Columbia with skilled, compassionate therapists who meet you where you are, literally and emotionally.
You don’t have to leave your house to begin meaningful therapy. We bring the same trauma-informed, relational depth online that we offer in person. No matter where you’re located in BC, from Vancouver to Kelowna, Prince George to Victoria—support is just a click away.
Why Clients Choose Online Therapy
Online therapy isn’t a lesser option. For many of our clients, it’s the best fit for their lives and nervous systems.
People choose virtual therapy because:
They live in remote or rural areas with few local options
Chronic illness, injury, or caregiving responsibilities limit mobility
Schedules are packed, unpredictable, or shift-based
Leaving the house feels overwhelming due to anxiety or overstimulation
Home is the only space where they feel safe enough to talk openly
Our clients span the entire province, including Victoria, Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Nanaimo, Kelowna, Kamloops, Prince George, and small rural towns. Online therapy bridges the gap, offering depth, flexibility, and privacy.
How Online Therapy Works
We use secure, encrypted video platforms that meet Canadian privacy standards. After filling out a New Client Form, we’ll match you with a therapist whose style, experience, and availability fit your needs.
Sessions take place via video in a space of your choosing. Some clients attend from their home office or kitchen table. Others curl up on the couch with their dog and a cup of tea. You can bring your weighted blanket, your fidget toy, your vape pen, whatever helps you feel grounded.
This isn’t a work meeting. This is space for you to feel supported, not scrutinized.
Our Trauma-Informed Online Therapy Services
Each of our therapists brings their own training and perspective, but all share a commitment to trauma-informed, client-centered care. Our online services include:
Online EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) helps process and release distressing memories and stuck trauma responses. Online EMDR uses bilateral stimulation adapted for virtual formats and has been shown to be just as effective for many clients as in-person work.
Online Somatic Therapy
Somatic therapy works with your body’s natural responses. Instead of focusing only on thoughts, we help you track sensations, regulate your nervous system, and come back to a sense of internal safety.
Online Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS)
IFS helps you understand the internal “parts” that hold pain, protection, or confusion. Online IFS therapy supports compassion and integration.
Virtual Couples Counselling
Log in from the same or different locations. Our online couples therapy supports communication, clarity, and emotional repair.
Online Counselling for Anxiety, Burnout, Grief, and Chronic Stress
Therapy helps regulate overwhelm and restore inner steadiness. We address both emotional and physiological roots.
Is Online Counselling Right for You?
You might benefit from online therapy if:
You live somewhere rural or underserved
You prefer not to commute or sit in traffic
You feel safest in your own space
Health issues, caregiving, or anxiety make it difficult to travel
You want access to a therapist with a specific approach or identity match
Online therapy might not be ideal if:
Your internet connection is unstable
You lack privacy in your current living environment
You find video-based interaction significantly dysregulating
We can talk with you about options if you’re unsure.
A Nervous System-Aware Approach
Online therapy with us isn’t about pushing through. It’s about helping you find the right conditions for your nervous system to soften, feel supported, and explore change. Our therapists are trained to recognize the subtle cues of overwhelm and work at a pace that feels safe.
Tips for a Better Online Session
Log in 5–10 minutes early so you’re not rushed
Choose a private space where you feel comfortable
Use headphones for added privacy and sound clarity
Keep a grounding object (stone, stuffy, blanket) nearby
Stay near your Wi-Fi router or use a wired connection
Close tabs and silence notifications if you can
Online Sessions Available Anywhere in British Columbia
We offer online therapy across the province, including:
Urban areas such as Vancouver, Victoria, Kelowna, Surrey, and Nanaimo
Rural and remote communities like Terrace, Fort St. John, Nelson, Castlegar, and Smithers
All you need is a private space, a secure internet connection, and a willingness to begin. We’ll meet you there.
Prefer in-person therapy?
Explore Counselling in Surrey
Next Steps
Fill out a New Client Form and we’ll match you with one or more counsellors.
Book a free consult or appointment using our secure online platform, whenever you’re ready.
Not sure how to choose a therapist?
Client Guide to Consult Calls.
FAQs About IFS Online Therapy
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Yes. We use encrypted platforms that comply with Canadian standards, including PHIPA and PIPA regulations.
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Yes. Research and client experience show it is just as effective for most people as in-person sessions.
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Absolutely. We’ll work with you to adjust as your needs change.
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A reliable device with camera and microphone, decent internet, and a quiet private space. Headphones are helpful.
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Yes. Our therapists provide inclusive, affirming, and anti-oppressive care. You’re welcome here.