NARRA COUNSELLING & CONSULTING
Low-Cost / Sliding Scale Counselling Across British Columbia
- Affordable support when you need it most.
Low-cost and sliding scale options available.
- Quality care that fits your budget.
Therapists trained, experienced, and committed to compassionate care.
- Accessible counselling across BC.
Virtual option to suit your needs and location.
Low-cost and sliding scale options available.
Therapists trained, experienced, and committed to compassionate care.
Virtual option to suit your needs and location.
How To Get Started
15-Minute Virtual Session
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Meet your therapist
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No waitlist, quick start
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No commitment
Start with a free 15-minute consultation. Just a chance to:
- Share what’s on your mind
- Ask questions about therapy for depression
- See if this support feels like a good fit
Sessions are available in-person in Victoria or through online counselling across BC.
Limited Time Only: Our Intro Offer
Your financial situation shouldn't determine whether you get help.
We offer sliding scale counselling across BC because everyone deserves access to care. You don't need to choose between your mental health and your budget.
- ✅ Putting off therapy because you’re not sure you can afford it
- ✅ Feeling like you have to choose between your mental health and paying bills
- ✅ Avoiding reaching out because you don’t know what counselling costs
- ✅ Thinking you need to wait until you’re “doing better financially”
- You don’t need to be in financial crisis to use sliding scale options.
If cost is the only thing standing between you and getting support, that’s exactly what sliding scale is for.
For some people, financial barriers can look like:
When money feels tight, it can take a toll on more than just your finances.
Financial stress can take a heavy toll on your mental health. Worrying about bills, feeling like you have to choose between your well-being and your budget, or wondering if therapy is even an option can leave you feeling stuck and alone.
At Narra Counselling, a prelicensed counsellor is available to provide compassionate, professional support at a price that works for you. Online sessions can begin at $50 per person, depending on your needs, making therapy accessible without adding financial pressure.
You don’t need to wait until you’re “doing better financially” to get help. Sliding scale counselling online across BC ensures that your mental health matters now, not just when your bank account says it’s okay.
What Happens When Mental Health Concerns Goes Untreated
Support within reach, whenever you need it.
Untreated or neglected mental health issues can quietly take over your life. What starts as manageable stress or low mood can grow into something that affects your relationships, work, physical health, and sense of who you are. The longer you wait, the harder it becomes to reach out.
You don’t need to hit rock bottom to begin. Often, the first step is simply having a space to be real with how things are.
Our evidence-based treatment approach
At Narra, we also integrate evidence-based therapies to support you in the way that feels most helpful.
Depending on your goals and preferences, we may include:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
CBT helps you notice how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours are connected. Together, we gently explore patterns that may be keeping you stuck, like harsh self-talk, avoidance, or all-or-nothing thinking. This approach is practical and goal-focused, offering tools to help you respond to life’s challenges in more helpful ways.
Mindfulness-based tools
Mindfulness invites you to return to the present moment, especially when your mind feels scattered or overwhelmed. It’s not about clearing your mind but about noticing what’s happening without judgment. Over time, this helps soften self-criticism and create space between you and difficult thoughts or emotions.
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
DBT provides real, everyday tools for managing strong emotions, navigating relationships, and getting through crisis moments. These skills can help you feel more grounded, especially if you often feel reactive, overwhelmed, or shut down.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
ACT helps you reconnect with what matters most to you. Instead of trying to avoid or fight difficult thoughts and feelings, we work on noticing them while still making choices that reflect your values. This approach supports resilience, clarity, and more intentional living.
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
IFS sees the mind as made up of different parts, each with its own role. Some parts protect, others carry pain, and some may feel stuck in the past. Through curiosity and compassion, we explore these parts so you can understand them, reduce inner conflict, and move toward healing from within.
Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
IPT centres on your relationships. If you’ve been feeling isolated, misunderstood, or caught in the same patterns with others, this approach helps you make sense of those experiences. It can support you in building healthier, more meaningful connections and feeling less alone in the process.
This isn’t about fixing you. It’s about walking with you, step by step,
as you find your way back to the parts of life that feel meaningful and manageable again.
What you can expectafter counselling
Every person’s journey is different, and so are the outcomes. Over time, many people begin to feel:
- More in tune with their emotions and less weighed down by them
- Better able to manage low moods and spiralling thoughts
- A return of energy, clarity, or motivation
- More connected to relationships or a sense of purpose
- Less critical and more compassionate with themselves
We don’t expect you to have it all figured out, including your finances. Therapy can offer direction when you feel lost and support while you find your way forward. Sliding scale rates ensure cost isn’t what keeps you stuck.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you calculate sliding scale?
We don’t use a rigid formula. Instead, we have an open conversation with you about your financial situation—what you’re earning, what your expenses look like, and what feels sustainable for you. Together, we’ll find a rate within our sliding scale range that allows you to access therapy without adding financial stress. It’s collaborative, not calculated.
How do I know if I qualify for sliding scale rates?
If cost is a barrier to getting help, you likely qualify. There’s no strict income cutoff or complicated application process. We have an honest conversation about what you can afford, and we work together to find a rate that makes therapy sustainable for you. Whether you’re a student, working part-time, between jobs, or managing other financial responsibilities, sliding scale options are available.
Do sliding scales require proof of income?
No. We work on trust and honesty. You won’t need to provide pay stubs, tax documents, or bank statements. We simply ask that you’re upfront about what you can afford, and we respect your assessment of your own financial situation. This keeps the process dignified and straightforward.
How do I ask for sliding scale?
Just let us know when you reach out. You can say something as simple as “I’m interested in counselling but need a sliding scale rate” or “I’d like to discuss affordable options.” There’s no special application or formal request needed. During our initial conversation, we’ll talk through what works for your budget.
Sometimes the smallest step is starting the conversation.
Request a Consultation
The first step to feeling better is finding the right support. We offer a free, no-pressure phone or video consultation to help you determine whether we’re the right fit.
