Empowering
New
Beginnings
Professional counselling for individuals, couples, & families. In English & Spanish.
Get support for anxiety, relationships, and life changes with a team that understands your needs.
Is Counselling for you?
Is Counselling
for you?
You feel overwhelmed or anxious.
Dealing with sadness, loneliness or indecision.
You’re navigating challenges in a new country.
You’re going through a major life transition.
Your relationship feels disconnected.
You need someone to talk to — in English or Spanish.
Mental Health is a Right, Not a Privilege.
Starting Counselling is simple.
Starting Counselling
is simple.
Book a free
15-min consultation
We’ll connect and understand your needs.
Get matched with
the right therapist
Based on your situation
and preferences.
Begin
your sessions
In English or Spanish,
at your own pace.
About Us
A space to feel heard,
understood, and supported
At Connexion Counselling, we see therapy as a collaborative and meaningful process between therapist and client — a space to explore emotional, psychological, relational, and behavioral challenges while fostering personal growth and self-awareness.
Connexion is a compassionate environment that honors the courage it takes to begin a healing journey. We believe in embracing vulnerability and nurturing self-compassion as essential elements for growth and transformation.
As our name suggests, “Connexion” reflects the importance of human connection in the healing process. It also represents a blend between the words “conexión” in Spanish and “connection” in English, honoring the cultural diversity of the communities we serve.
Human-centered care
We meet you with empathy, respect, and understanding.
Culturally aware
We honor your background, values, and lived experiences.
Professional support
Evidence-informed approaches tailored to your unique needs.
Areas
of Focus
- Trauma
- Immigration Challenges
- Life Transitions
- Parenting Skills
- Self-Esteem & Self-Confidence
- Anxiety & Depression
- Family & Relational Issues
- Grief & Loss
- Stress Management
Our services
How Can We Support You?
Choose the type of support that feels right for you.
Individual Therapy
Support for Anxiety, Stress,
& Personal Growth
✓ Anxiety & emotional overwhelm
✓ Life transitions
✓ Self-esteem & clarity
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· Online or In-person ·
Couples Therapy
Reconnect & Strengthen
Your Relationship
✓ Communication challenges
✓ Conflict resolution
✓ Rebuilding trust
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· Online or In-person ·
Family & Parenting Support
Stronger Relationships at Home
✓ Parenting challenges
✓ Family dynamics
✓ Support through transitions
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· Online or In-person ·
Trauma & Migration Therapy
Support Through Difficult Experiences & Change
✓ Trauma recovery
✓ Migration & identity
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· Online or In-person ·
Invest in your well-being
Therapy is a meaningful investment in your emotional health and relationships.
We offer structured options designed to support different needs and stages of your process.
50-min standard sessions | 80-min sessions available.
50-min standard sessions
80-min sessions available.
* Counselling rates align with the suggested fee schedule by the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC). Sliding Scale Available.
* * Extended health benefits may apply, as our therapists are registered clinical counsellors. We recommend checking your coverage details directly with your provider for any benefit reimbursement after the session.
Discover Our Raices Program:
Empowering the Latin Community
Raíces provides accessible counselling services for immigrants, newcomers, and individuals navigating major life transitions in Canada. Our therapists offer culturally responsive support in English and Spanish, helping clients navigate emotional challenges related to migration, adjustment, stress, relationships, identity, and belonging. Through Raíces, we offer:
- Support for anxiety, stress, identity shifts, and life transitions
- Culturally aware therapists who understand migration experiences
- Counselling in English and Spanish
- Accessible lower-cost therapy options
Short-term counselling is available for those with or without extended health benefits.
Our counsellors
Our Professional & Certified Staff are Here
to Support you Through Your Journey.
Gabriel Marcomini
Registered Clinical Counsellor
(RCC)
“Trauma-informed support for healing, resilience, and new beginnings”
✓ Trauma & PTSD
✓ Refugees & Migration
✓ Grief & Loss
Paula Rajmil
Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS)
“Supporting couples and families to build stronger, more connected relationships.”
✓ Couples Therapy
✓ Family & Parenting
✓ Relationships
Mariana Canepa
Counselling Trainee
(Under Supervision)
“A supportive space to navigate anxiety, life transitions, and emotional challenges.”
✓ Anxiety
✓ Life Transitions
✓ Grief
Workshops & Community Events
Supporting families, relationships,
& professional growth
Meaningful Spaces to Learn, Connect, and Grow.
We offer workshops and events focused on parenting, relationships, and emotional well-being, as well as spaces for professional growth within the counselling community.
Our goal is to create meaningful opportunities for learning, connection, and support, both for individuals and professionals.
Past Events
Talk · English
Growing Up Together: Understanding Your Teen
Tools to manage conflict, strengthen emotional connection, and reduce stress in family life.
Free session · Includes certificate
Support Group · Spanish
Perinatal Grief Support Group
A safe space to process pregnancy, perinatal, and neonatal loss, and receive support in community.
Online · 8-week program
WORKSHOP · Spanish
Credential Recognition & Professional Practice in BC - A Guide for Latin American Psychologists
Guidance on credential recognition, licensing requirements, and pathways to practise counselling in BC.
$150 CAD · Includes downloadable guide
Frequently Asked Questions
No. You can begin therapy with or without extended health benefits. If you do have coverage, we can provide receipts for reimbursement. We also offer more accessible options through our Raíces Program.
Yes. We offer counselling in both English and Spanish. Being able to speak in your preferred language can make it easier to express your emotions, feel understood, and build trust in the therapeutic process.
You can expect a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space where you can talk openly about what you are going through. Together with your counsellor, you will explore your experiences, identify patterns, develop coping tools, and work toward meaningful change at your own pace.
This depends on your goals, needs, and the type of support you are looking for. Some people benefit from short-term counselling focused on a specific issue, while others prefer longer-term support. Many clients begin with weekly or bi-weekly sessions and adjust as they progress.
Counselling can be very effective, especially when there is a strong connection between you and your therapist. Research shows that therapy can help with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, stress, and life transitions. Progress looks different for everyone, but you will not have to navigate the process alone.
Yes. We support newcomers, immigrants, international students, temporary workers, and people in different stages of their migration journey. You do not need permanent residency to access counselling with us.
Yes. Moving to a new country can bring emotional, cultural, relational, and practical challenges. We support people navigating migration stress, loneliness, identity changes, language barriers, family separation, work or school pressure, and the process of building a new life in Canada.
Counselling is a collaborative process between you and a trained mental health professional. It gives you space to understand your emotions, explore challenges, develop coping strategies, and strengthen your emotional well-being. Counselling is not only for crisis; it can also support growth, clarity, and self-understanding.
If you’re new to Canada, these professional titles can be confusing because the mental health system works differently than it does in many other countries.
In British Columbia, a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) is a licensed mental health professional with graduate-level education who is qualified to provide psychotherapy. In many Latin American countries and other parts of the world, the role of an RCC is comparable to that of a clinical psychologist providing therapy.
Psychologists also provide psychotherapy and may conduct specialized psychological assessments and diagnostic testing.
Psychiatrists are medical doctors who specialize in mental health. They can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and may also provide psychotherapy.
If you’re unsure which professional is right for you, we’re happy to help guide you during your free consultation.
LET’S CONNECT
Take the first step
Start with a free 15-minute consultation.
We’ll understand your needs and guide you to the right next step.
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emergency resources
Need Immediate Support?
If you are in crisis or need urgent help, please contact:
Canada Suicide Crisis Helpline: 988 Crisis Services Canada: 1-833-456-4566 BC Mental Health Support Line: 310-6789
Si estás en crisis o necesitas apoyo urgente:
Línea de Crisis por Suicidio de Canadá: 988 Servicios de Crisis de Canadá: 1-833-456-4566 Línea de Apoyo en Salud Mental de BC: 310-6789
You are not alone. Help is available — No estás solo/a. Hay ayuda disponible.