In-Person Counselling in Surrey Clinical Care in a Dedicated Space
Soothing Souls Counselling offers in-person clinical therapy sessions in Surrey, British Columbia, led by Rimsha Qureshi, MACP, RCC #29320. Sessions take place in quiet, private counselling rooms arranged at partner clinics, providing a confidential, supportive sanctuary for adults and couples navigating trauma, grief, anxiety, relationships, and ICBC crash recovery.
Is This Support Right for You?
You might resonate with this counselling focus if you are navigating:
- You focus and connect more deeply when sitting in a physical, distraction-free therapeutic environment outside your home
- Your home or work environment does not offer consistent auditory privacy or emotional solitude for vulnerable discussions
- You prefer in-person non-verbal communication, grounding presence, and structured physical pacing for trauma or grief processing
- You live or work in Surrey, North Delta, Fleetwood, Guildford, Newton, Cloverdale, Langley, or White Rock and want local clinical care
- You are recovering from a motor vehicle crash and want in-person support for driving anxiety or accident-related PTSD
- You appreciate in-person couples counselling where both partners share a neutral, professionally held space
A Dedicated Physical Sanctuary for Emotional Healing
While virtual therapy provides remarkable convenience, there are times when stepping outside your daily environment and entering a quiet, dedicated therapeutic room makes all the difference. In-person counselling in Surrey provides a physical boundary between the stress of everyday life — work deadlines, domestic responsibilities, family obligations — and your sacred time for healing.
Sitting in the same physical space allows for grounded, face-to-face communication, nuanced body awareness, and immediate somatic co-regulation. For clients working through acute grief, traumatic memories, or severe marital distress, having a dedicated physical room held with warmth and unconditional safety can feel profoundly stabilizing.
Practising Independently in Surrey
Rimsha practises independently as Soothing Souls Counselling and uses clinic space in Surrey by arrangement. Sessions are booked, billed, and documented through Soothing Souls Counselling.. Host clinics provide room facilities but do not employ or supervise Soothing Souls Counselling.
What to Expect During Your In-Person Session
From the moment you arrive, the focus is on ease, dignity, and psychological safety. Here is how in-person appointments are structured:
- Private, Calm Environment: You will be welcomed into a quiet, sound-dampened counselling room designed with comfortable seating, soft lighting, and calming natural tones — free from clinical coldness.
- Unhurried Arrival & Check-In: Arrive 5 to 10 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. You will receive precise building access and floor instructions upon booking.
- Collaborative Pacing: We begin each session by checking in on your current nervous system state. You never have to recount distressing details faster than you feel prepared to handle.
- Somatic Grounding in the Room: When emotions feel intense, we can utilize physical grounding — feeling your feet firmly on the floor, sensory orienting to the room's safe perimeter, and breathwork — to ensure you leave feeling steady and contained.
Surrey Neighbourhoods & Regional Access
Our Surrey clinic space is situated to serve clients across Surrey and neighbouring municipalities in the Fraser Valley and Metro Vancouver:
Transit, Parking & Accessibility
We recognize that getting to an appointment should not add to your emotional stress. Our clinic facilities prioritize accessibility:
- Transit Access: Situated near major TransLink transit corridors connecting directly to Surrey Central and King George SkyTrain stations via frequent bus service.
- Visitor Parking: Dedicated visitor parking stalls or easy street parking are located immediately adjacent to the building.
- Physical Accessibility: The facility features barrier-free, step-free access, elevator service to all floors, and wheelchair-accessible washrooms.
- Arrival Protocol: A detailed arrival guide with step-by-step directions is included in your appointment confirmation email.
Fees, Billing & Extended Health in Surrey
In-person appointments at Soothing Souls Counselling are billed at standard clinical rates:
- Individual Counselling (50 minutes): $160 per session
- Couples & Family Counselling (75 minutes): $190 per session
- ICBC Enhanced Care (50 minutes): $160 direct-billed to ICBC for eligible crash claims
- CVAP Support (50 minutes): Direct-billed in accordance with Crime Victim Assistance Program guidelines
Many extended health insurance plans in British Columbia cover services provided by a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC). Direct billing is available through TELUS eClaims and Provider Connect for participating carriers (including Pacific Blue Cross, Sun Life, Canada Life, and Manulife). Official receipts with Rimsha's RCC #29320 credentials are provided for all appointments.
Fees, Extended Health & Direct Billing
Clinical sessions are $160 / 50 min. Most British Columbia extended health insurance plans cover sessions with a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC).
We provide direct billing for participating extended health plans via TELUS eClaims and Provider Connect (e.g. Pacific Blue Cross, Sun Life, Canada Life, Manulife), as well as direct billing for eligible ICBC Enhanced Care claims. Official receipts containing Rimsha Qureshi's BCACC registration (#29320) are issued immediately following every session for seamless submission.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do in-person counselling sessions take place in Surrey?
In-person sessions are held in dedicated private clinical counselling rooms in Surrey, arranged with host clinic partners. To protect client confidentiality and clinic scheduling, the exact building address, room details, and parking instructions are provided upon booking confirmation. .
How does Rimsha practise at the Surrey clinic locations?
Rimsha practises independently as Soothing Souls Counselling and uses clinic space by arrangement. Sessions are booked, billed, and documented directly through Soothing Souls Counselling. The host clinics provide professional room facilities but do not employ or manage Rimsha's independent clinical practice.
How do I choose between in-person in Surrey and virtual counselling across BC?
Both formats offer high therapeutic value. Choose in-person if you value leaving your everyday environment, need physical privacy away from family or roommates, or prefer face-to-face somatic cues. Choose virtual if you have a demanding schedule, prefer the comfort of your own home, or want to eliminate commute time and traffic across Surrey and Metro Vancouver.
What transit and parking options are available for Surrey sessions?
Our Surrey clinic rooms are selected for easy regional access across Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. They are accessible via TransLink bus routes connecting to Surrey Central and King George SkyTrain stations, and feature convenient on-site or adjacent visitor parking. The facility offers step-free elevator access and accessible washrooms.
Can I use ICBC or CVAP direct billing for in-person sessions?
Yes. Direct billing is available for eligible ICBC Enhanced Care claims and approved CVAP (Crime Victim Assistance Program) claims for in-person appointments in Surrey. For ICBC, up to 12 sessions are pre-approved within the first 12 weeks after a collision date, subject to eligibility.
Can I alternate between in-person and virtual appointments?
Yes, many clients utilize a flexible hybrid model. You might schedule in-person appointments in Surrey for deeper initial sessions, and transition to secure video telehealth during busy work weeks, travel, or challenging weather.
What are your in-person session rates and payment methods?
In-person individual sessions are $160 for 50 minutes; couples sessions are $190 for 75 minutes. Payment can be made via credit card or Interac e-Transfer. Official receipts with Rimsha's RCC #29320 credentials are provided immediately for extended health insurance reimbursement.
Related Clinical Services
Immediate Crisis Support (24/7): If you are experiencing an acute mental health emergency or immediate thoughts of suicide, please call 911 or visit your nearest hospital emergency department.
- • Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call or text 988 (Call or Text)
- • BC Crisis Centre: Call 1-800-784-2433 (1-800-SUICIDE)
- • BC Mental Health Support Line: Call
- • VictimLinkBC: Call 1-800-563-0808 (24/7 relationship safety & crime victim support) (Confidential support for relational or domestic safety)
Individual experiences with counselling vary and outcomes cannot be guaranteed.