Availability (in person and online, PST) - Mondays 9:30-6:30 - Tuesdays 9:30-3:30 - Wednesdays 9:30-3:30 - Thursdays 9:30-3:30 (online only) - Fridays 11:00-2:00

About me

I am trained in psychotherapy as an art therapist (MSc, RTC: ACCT) with specific interest in somatic approaches, which means I believe that healing is rooted in the body and in our creative selves.

In my practice, I take a feminist, social justice, trauma informed perspective, focused on compassion, harm reduction and the cultivation of joy. I enjoy supporting young folks (aged 3 to 8) who are learning to manage emotions, coming to terms with a challenging experience or transition or exploring their gender identity. I also welcome adults living with addictions or in recovery, BIPOC, sex workers, folks exploring their sexual or gender identity, and people living with anxiety.

I will work with you or your child to create a safe, nurturing space to learn and heal. In my practice, I centre the making of art as a place to begin; I also value the role of verbal and body-centred processing and our sessions may include all these approaches. I can direct bill to Blue Cross and any insurer who is registered with Telus eHealth (for anyone covered for RTC support)

I am biracial, queer, able bodied and cisgendered. In my personal life, I love making art with textiles, paint and collage. I am a co-parent to two teens and a middle aged dog, and an auntie to many in my extended network. I have experience with secular home learning and navigating gender support systems in BC. I am a second and third generation settler, located on the unceded traditional and ancestral land of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

I am fully vaccinated and am happy to wear a mask for in-person sessions on request.

Surya’s Rates (all inclusive of GST)

Sliding scale available. Contact for more information.

First Consultation - 15 min Phone Consultation: No Cost - Reduced Rate First Session: $100

Individual Counselling: - 60 min: $140. - 90 min: $200.

​Relationship or Family Counselling: - 60 minute: $170. - 90 minute: $245.

(all rates include tax)

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