Connexion Counselling

Counselling in English & Spanish   |   Atención en Inglés y Español    🇨🇦

Counselling in English & Spanish – Atención en Inglés y Español  🇨🇦

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 ·
· 50-min sessions ·

Couples Therapy

Reconnect & Strengthen
Your Relationship

✓ Communication challenges
✓ Conflict resolution
✓ Rebuilding trust
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· Online or In-person ·
· 50-min sessions ·
· Optional 80-min sessions available ·

Family & Parenting Support

Stronger Relationships at Home
✓ Parenting challenges
✓ Family dynamics
✓ Support through transitionst
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· Online or In-person ·
· 50-min sessions ·
· Optional 80-min sessions available ·

Trauma & Migration Therapy

Support Through Difficult Experiences & Change
✓ Trauma recovery
✓ Migration & identity
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· Online or In-person ·
· 50-min sessions ·
· Optional 80-min sessions available ·

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
(BCACC)

“Trauma-informed support for healing, resilience, and new beginnings”

✓  Trauma & PTSD

✓  Refugees & Migration

✓  Grief & Loss

Full Profile

Gabriel Marconi is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a strong academic background in Psychology (Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees), dedicated to supporting individuals affected by trauma and PTSD.

His work includes supporting seniors through grief and loss, providing inclusive care to the LGBTQ+ community, and working closely with high-risk refugees and asylum seekers within the nonprofit sector. Through this experience, Gabriel has helped clients navigate both the emotional impact of displacement and the practical challenges of the immigration system, connecting them with essential resources and support.

Now in private practice, Gabriel offers trauma-informed therapy in a safe, compassionate, and culturally sensitive environment. He is committed to creating a space where clients feel supported as they process their experiences, regain a sense of control, and move toward healing, resilience, and personal growth.

Gabriel also accepts IFHP coverage, helping make therapeutic support more accessible to individuals regardless of financial or legal status.

Paula Rajmil

Registered Clinical Counsellor (BCACC) Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS)

“Supporting couples and families to build stronger, more connected relationships.”

✓ Couples Therapy

✓ Family & Parenting

✓ Relationships

Full Profile

Paula Rajmil is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (BCACC) and an experienced Marriage and Family Counsellor with over 15 years of practice supporting individuals, couples, and families through life’s challenges.

She has worked in both private and community settings, including supporting families with young children through MCFD referrals. Paula brings a trauma-informed and culturally sensitive approach, creating a space where clients feel safe, understood, and supported.

Paula specializes in couples and family therapy, helping clients improve communication, strengthen relationships, and navigate relational challenges. Her approach is collaborative and integrative, drawing from evidence-based modalities such as the Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy (EFCT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Systemic Family Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Care.

Grounded in an attachment-based and person-centered perspective, Paula offers a compassionate, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their experiences, build resilience, and foster deeper connection and personal growth.

Approach:
Gottman Method • EFCT • IFS • Systemic Therapy • Narrative Therapy

Mariana Canepa

Counselling Trainee
(Under Supervision)

“A supportive space to navigate anxiety, life transitions, and emotional challenges.”

✓  Anxiety

✓  Life Transitions

✓  Grief

Full Profile

Mariana Canepa is a Counselling Trainee currently completing her clinical training at Connexion Counselling, where she provides individual therapy under the supervision of a Registered Clinical Counsellor.

She holds a Master’s degree in Psychology and works with adults navigating anxiety, grief, life transitions, and relational challenges. Mariana’s approach is grounded, compassionate, and client-centered, creating a safe space where individuals can explore their emotions and experiences.

Before joining Connexion, Mariana volunteered for over a year with Coast Mental Health in Vancouver, supporting vulnerable adults and receiving training in trauma-informed care and harm-reduction practices. This experience shaped her commitment to providing inclusive, respectful, and evidence-based support.

In her therapeutic work, Mariana integrates brief psychodynamic perspectives with trauma-informed and evidence-based approaches, helping clients better understand their patterns, build resilience, and move toward meaningful personal growth.

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

Talk  ·  English

Growing Up Together: Understanding Your Teen

Guidance on credential recognition, certification requirements, and how to integrate into the Canadian counselling field.

$150 CAD · Includes downloadable guide

Frequently Asked Questions

It’s a free 15-minute call to understand your needs and guide you.
If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or need support, it’s a good place to start.
No. We have accessible options, including our Raíces program.
The terms “Counsellor,” Yes, we offer sessions in both English and Spanish.

Patients can expect a confidential, non-judgmental space where they can work collaboratively with a counsellor. Including active listening, goal setting, and receiving support, empathy, and evidence-based techniques, the process focuses on skill development, gaining insights, and fostering empowerment. Regular sessions help maintain consistency, and progress is often gradual, tailored to individual needs and goals.

The number of counselling sessions needed and the frequency of attendance vary based on individual needs and goals. It’s typically discussed and decided collaboratively between you and your counsellor.

Numerous studies and research have shown that counselling is effective for many challenges, including anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. The key factors influencing success include the quality of the therapeutic relationship, the client’s engagement, the counsellor’s competence, the nature of the issue, and consistency in attending sessions. However, individual responses vary, and seeking professional advice can help determine the appropriateness of counselling for specific concerns.

At Connexion Counselling, we offer psychotherapy to individuals, couples, children, youth, and families dealing with a diverse range of concerns.

Yes, therapy is confidential. Counsellors are bound by ethical and legal standards to maintain the privacy of client information.  However, there are specific situations where confidentiality may be breached, such as when there is a risk of harm to the client or others. These exceptions are usually discussed at the beginning of therapy.

Counselling is a professional relationship where a trained counsellor helps individuals, couples, or groups explore their thoughts and feelings. The goal is to provide support, empathy, and guidance to facilitate positive changes. Counsellors use active listening, goal setting, and problem-solving to address a range of issues, from mental health concerns to relationship issues. Confidentiality and empowerment are key principles, and counselling is not limited to severe problems; it can benefit anyone seeking personal growth or guidance.

The terms “Counsellor,” “Psychotherapist,” and “Therapist” are often used interchangeably, describing individuals who offer counselling services.
 
  • Therapists: Broad term for professionals offering therapeutic interventions, with diverse backgrounds.
  • Counsellors: Provide counselling with varied training, often holding a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.
  • Psychologists: Hold a Doctoral degree, diagnose and treat mental health issues using psychotherapy and assessments.
  • Psychiatrists: Medical doctors specializing in mental health, able to prescribe medication, and may provide psychotherapy.

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

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