Counselling in Surrey, BC | Cloverdale Chiropractic

What Does Counselling Treat?

Counselling is a professional therapeutic service that supports individuals in understanding and managing mental health challenges, emotional difficulties, and life stressors. It is sought for a wide range of presentations, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship stress, and mood and personality disorders.

Working with a registered clinical counsellor provides a structured, confidential space to explore the patterns driving distress and develop practical strategies to manage them. Sessions are individualized to each client's situation, history, and goals.

Counselling is commonly used on its own or alongside other forms of healthcare. At Cloverdale Chiropractic, Ginny Martin works within a multi-disciplinary clinic environment, which allows for integrated care when a client's needs intersect with physical health.

How Ginny Martin Approaches Counselling

Ginny Martin holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) from Yorkville University and an undergraduate degree in Psychology and Criminology from Simon Fraser University. She is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with clinical experience across hospitals, private practice clinics, homeless shelters, and educational environments.

Her therapeutic work draws on evidence-based modalities selected to fit each client's presentation: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) for anxiety, depression, and emotional regulation; Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT) for building practical coping tools and forward momentum; and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma processing.

Ginny's goal is to provide a non-judgmental, supportive environment where clients feel heard and respected. Her approach is collaborative, building strategies that are meaningful and workable in the context of each client's life.

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What to Expect at Your First Counselling Appointment

Initial Consultation

Your first session focuses on understanding your situation, goals, and history. Ginny will ask questions to develop a clear picture of what you're working through and what you'd like to get out of counselling.

Building a Therapeutic Approach

Based on your initial conversation, Ginny will identify the most appropriate modalities for your needs and explain how the work will proceed. You'll be involved in shaping the direction of your care.

Ongoing Sessions

Sessions are typically 50 minutes and held on a regular cadence. Ginny will check in on your progress and adjust the approach as needed over the course of your work together.

Outcomes from Counselling at Cloverdale Chiropractic

Improved management of anxiety and depression
Clients working through CBT and DBT typically develop concrete tools for managing anxious thinking, emotional reactivity, and low mood, with many reporting meaningful improvement within the first several sessions.

Trauma processing and reduced distress
EMDR is well-supported for trauma-related presentations. Clients often experience a significant reduction in the emotional charge around specific memories or events over the course of treatment.

Stronger coping strategies for daily life
ACT and SFT work focuses on practical, values-aligned strategies that translate into daily functioning, not just symptom reduction.

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Counselling

Ginny is a Registered Clinical Counsellor who holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) from Yorkville University and an undergraduate degree in Psychology and Criminology from Simon Fraser University. She has clinical experience across a range of settings, including hospitals, private practice clinics, homeless shelters, and educational environments, supporting older teens and adults with individual counselling. Ginny’s therapeutic approach is grounded in evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). She focuses on helping clients develop meaningful and effective strategies to manage life’s challenges. Her experience and training include supporting individuals with a wide variety of mental health challenges, such as mood and personality disorders, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief, to name a few. Ginny’s goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, supportive therapeutic environment where clients feel heard, understood, and respected through a non-judgmental and empathetic approach. .

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Frequently Asked Questions about Counselling

Do I need a referral to book with Ginny?

No referral is required. You can book directly with Ginny Martin through the clinic's online booking portal. Some extended health benefit plans may require a physician's referral for reimbursement, so it is worth checking your specific coverage before your first appointment.

Is counselling covered by insurance?

Registered Clinical Counsellor services are covered under many extended health benefit plans in BC. Coverage varies by plan, so confirm with your provider whether RCC services are included and whether there are session limits.

What is EMDR and who is it for?

EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is an evidence-based therapy primarily used for trauma and PTSD. It uses guided bilateral stimulation to help reduce the distress associated with difficult memories. Ginny will assess whether EMDR is appropriate based on your presenting concerns.

Who does Ginny work with?

Ginny provides individual counselling for older teens and adults. She works with a wide range of presentations including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, stress, and mood and personality disorders.

How long does counselling take?

This varies depending on the nature and complexity of your concerns. Some clients find meaningful progress within 8 to 12 sessions; others benefit from longer-term work. Ginny will discuss realistic expectations after your initial assessment.

Accepting New Counselling Clients in Surrey

Ginny Martin is currently accepting new clients at Cloverdale Chiropractic Health Group, located at 5477 152nd Street, Suite 114 in Cloverdale, Surrey. Same-day appointments may be available.

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