Thea Megas, MC, RCC

​

Specializing in: 

​

• Depression & Anxiety (including Panic)

• Work-life Alignment/ Stress Management

• Workplace Mental Health

• Virtual Therapy

• Walk & Talk Therapy

​​I am here for you: Life can be quite the challenge; there are situations we never expected, struggles we couldn't have prepared for, and circumstances we find ourselves overwhelmed by. All too frequently, I hear from people that they didn't know what to do, or who to talk to, or how they ended up in a place where the world isn't making sense. In these times, people tend to feel trapped, beaten down, alone, exhausted, or just at a loss, and often have tried everything they can think of to re-order, heal, and reorient their lives. Connecting with a counsellor can help. I offer a space for you to speak freely and you'll be met with acceptance and support. Whatever is happening for you, I believe we can change your life for the better. I can help you adjust perspective, make shifts, and find meaning in life in a way that is healing and helpful for you. 

​

Background

• Experience - I have almost 20 years of experience in talk therapy with people of all ages and from all walks of life. In recent years, I have focussed on work supporting agencies, executives, and employees in mitigating mental health related to the workplace and work-life balance.

• Professional Association - I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC) (#15347). Registration with this overseeing body means I have a Master's degree in counselling, a professional code of ethics, and am committed to providing safe and ethical service. 

• Expertise - I have a Masters of Counselling degree and am trained in: 

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

  • Mindfulness

  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)

  • Trauma Informed Practice

  • Family Therapy

  • Child & Youth

  • Restorative Justice

  • Responsive Practice

  • Sensorimotor Psychotherapy

  • Motivational Interviewing

  • Crisis Intervention

  • (...and more.)

​

Service

Counselling sessions are offered by video conferencing or phone at this time, or by Walk & Talk Therapy in Port Moody. For video & phone sessions, I am accepting individuals, couples, and families. Virtual counselling can be as effective as in person counselling.I have availability in the early morning, early afternoon, and evening most days of the week; check my scheduled here. For Walk & Talk Therapy, an initial phone or video intake session is required to assess suitability. Many people appreciate the experience of having a therapy session outdoors walking side-by-side with a counsellor, and the evidence shows that it is as effective.

​

Other

Outside of my private practice, I live a very full and normal life (just human). I have a full time job, children, a husband, two dogs, and a collection of wonderful friends and family. I run my private practice on the side because I absolutely love what I do, and I can't imagine my life without it - it is an incredibly meaningful and important piece of my life to be with people on their journey and see people's lives change in ways they never knew was possible and shift into a healthier, fulfilled, and meaningful life. I love hearing people own their value, mindset, choices, and noting the skills, insight, and self-compassion that will carry them forward. I am also a content contributor for the Thinkladder App (provides alternate thoughts for limiting beliefs, and is free), and enjoy spending time in nature, sipping hot beverages, and laughing (so much laughing). 

​