Virtual Psychological Services for British Columbia
Professional psychological services delivered securely online to adults, adolescents, couples, and parents across British Columbia.
Accessing timely mental health support in British Columbia can be challenging due to long waitlists, geographic barriers, or limited access to primary care. Registered psychologists in BC can be accessed without a physician referral, and virtual counselling provides a flexible, confidential option for receiving evidence-based psychological care from anywhere in the province.
“Start becoming the person you want to be, and eventually you'll look back at the person you were.”
Meet Carmen Barrack, Registered Psychologist
Carmen Barrack is a British Columbia Registered Psychologist providing virtual psychological services to adults, adolescents, couples, and parents throughout BC. She brings extensive clinical training and experience supporting individuals and families through periods of stress, transition, performance pressure, and emotional difficulty.
Carmen’s work is grounded in evidence-based practice, ethical care, and collaboration. Therapy and coaching are tailored to each client’s goals, developmental stage, and circumstances, with a focus on building practical skills, insight, and sustainable coping strategies.
All services are delivered securely online, allowing clients across British Columbia to access care regardless of location.
Individual Therapy for Adults
Individual therapy may support concerns such as:
- Anxiety and chronic stress
- Depression and low mood
- Burnout and work-related pressure
- Life transitions and adjustment challenges
- Emotional regulation and coping skills
- Identity development and values clarification
- Performance and mental skills (sport, academic, or professional contexts)
Adolescent Psychological Support
Psychological services are available for adolescents experiencing:
- Anxiety, stress, or emotional overwhelm
- School-related pressure or academic challenges
- Identity development and self-esteem concerns
- Emotional regulation difficulties
- Adjustment to family, social, or life transitions
Services for adolescents are provided in accordance with professional standards, confidentiality requirements, and applicable parental consent guidelines in British Columbia.
Parent Coaching and Consultation
Parent coaching services are available for caregivers seeking guidance and support in understanding and responding to their child or adolescent’s needs. Parent coaching may focus on:
- Strengthening parent–child connection and communication
- Help navigating academic stress, learning challenges, or school transitions
- Supporting emotion regulation and coping skills
- Navigating parenting stress, burnout, or uncertainty
- Developing consistent, values-aligned parenting strategies
Parent coaching is collaborative, skill-based and relationship focused. It may be provided independently or alongside adolescent services, depending on the family’s needs and goals.
Couples Counselling
Couples counselling is available for partners seeking support with:
- Communication difficulties
- Conflict management
- Relationship stress and life transitions
- Rebuilding connection and trust
- Strengthening emotional understanding and cooperation
Couples work focuses on helping partners recognize patterns within the relationship and develop healthier ways of relating and communicating.
Performance and Mental Skills Support
Psychological support is available for individuals and teams seeking to enhance focus, resilience, and emotional regulation in high-demand environments, including sport, academics, leadership, and professional roles. As well, if you are a Weekend Warrior looking to set a new personal best.
Accessing a Psychologist in British Columbia
(No Referral Required)
Registered psychologists in British Columbia are regulated mental health professionals who may be accessed directly, without a physician referral. This allows adults, adolescents, couples, and parents to seek psychological support without needing to wait for access to primary medical services.
Psychological services are provided within the scope of practice defined by the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia (CHCPBC).
Learn more about seeing a Registered Psychologist in BC:
https://psychologists.bc.ca/are-you-thinking-seeing-psychologist
Virtual Counselling Across British Columbia
Virtual counselling and coaching are provided using secure, privacy-compliant platforms and follow the same professional and ethical standards as in-person services.
Virtual services may be appropriate if you:
- Live anywhere within British Columbia
- Prefer attending sessions from home
- Require flexible scheduling
- Are seeking continuity of psychological care or parent consultation
- Want access to services without a medical referral
Virtual services may not be appropriate for all situations and do not replace emergency or crisis care.
Is Online Therapy or Parent Coaching Right for You?
Online services may be a good fit if you:
- Are seeking professional psychological support or parent consultation
- Are comfortable using secure video platforms
- Are located anywhere in British Columbia
- Are looking for adult, adolescent, couples, or parent-focused services
- Prefer accessing support without a medical referral
This service is not intended for emergency situations. Individuals experiencing immediate risk should contact emergency services or local crisis supports.
How does Confidentiality Work in Virtual Therapy
Virtual therapy is provided through secure, privacy-compliant platforms and follows the same professional, ethical, and confidentiality standards as in-person psychological services. This allows clients anywhere in British Columbia to access confidential care from home, with flexible scheduling and no physician referral required.
What is the Length of a Counselling Session?
Individual sessions are typically 50 minutes in length with 10 minutes for post session notes and other professional services (such as consultation or phone calls if needed). If you feel that you require more or less time per session, this can be discussed with your psychologist.
What is the Cost of an Individual Session?
The Psychologists’ Association of Alberta recommended fee for individual counselling is $235 for registered psychologists and $250 for doctoral psychologists. The therapy “hour” is usually 50 minutes allowing 10 minutes for after-session notes and other services. Payment is due at the end of each session in the form of credit card or cash. Clients are issued a receipt that they can submit to their private insurance for reimbursement.
Contact & Booking Information
If you are exploring options for psychological support or parent coaching in British Columbia, virtual services with a registered psychologist may be one avenue to consider.
Carmen Barrack
Registered Psychologist
Phone: (780) 936-0081
Professional Standards, Privacy, and Security
- Registered with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia
- Services provided within regulated scope of practice
- Confidentiality maintained in accordance with BC privacy legislation
- Secure electronic records and video sessions delivered through Jane App
- Services are non-emergency and non-medical
Resources & Psychology Insights
Carmen regularly contributes written content exploring psychological wellbeing, parenting, adolescent development, performance, relationships, and practical strategies for navigating stress and change.
Explore articles and insights written by Carmen Barrack: