Low cost counselling in Surrey, BC
Affordable therapy with supervised intern counsellors. $60 per 50 minute session, and your first session is free.
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Low cost counselling at Sojourn Counselling and Neurofeedback connects you with master’s level intern counsellors who are completing advanced clinical training in counselling and couples and family therapy. Interns work under the close supervision of our Registered Clinical Counsellors, so you receive thoughtful, evidence informed support at a price that fits your life. Sessions are available in person in Cloverdale, Surrey and online across British Columbia.
Affordable counselling with supervised intern counsellors
We believe mental health care should be accessible without sacrificing quality. Our intern counsellors are graduate students in the final stages of their master’s programs. They are trained in current, evidence based approaches and bring a strong commitment to the people they work with.
Every intern at Sojourn works under the supervision of an experienced Registered Clinical Counsellor. That means regular case consultation, ongoing learning, and a clinical team behind every session. Many of the concerns people bring to our anxiety counselling or registered clinical counselling services can be explored with an intern counsellor, and where relationship concerns overlap with couples counselling, an intern who works with couples can support that too.
Low cost counselling is a meaningful and accessible way to begin therapy, and many clients find it is all they need.
Who low-cost counselling is for
What to expect
- A welcoming, person-centred approach
- Clear goals, attention paid to the emotional, relational, mental and physical person; and regular check-ins
- Supervision and consultation to ensure quality of care
Fees, insurance, and coverage
Intern sessions are $60 per 50 minute session, and your first session is free. Payment is due at the time of your appointment.
Intern counselling is priced to be accessible for people without extended health coverage. If you do have a plan, it may cover counselling provided by an intern under the supervision of a registered clinician, but many plans do not. We recommend contacting your insurer directly to confirm before your first paid session. Interns are not yet registered, so their sessions are not RCC services and cannot be claimed as RCC sessions. If using your benefits matters to you, we’re happy to help you book with one of our Registered Clinical Counsellors instead.
Sojourn has a 48 hour cancellation policy. Full details are on our fees page. Wondering how our rates compare across the region? See How much does a counsellor cost in Surrey, BC? Wondering about no cost options? Our interns offer a free first session; learn more on our free counselling page.
When a different service makes sense
If your needs are best met by a specific approach, we’ll recommend it—e.g., EMDR for trauma, Anxiety counselling, Couples therapy, or Neurofeedback. We also offer Online counselling.
Ready to begin?
View availability and book now: Book online at Sojourn Counselling and Neurofeedback.
Meet our intern counsellors
Michael Murie, Low Cost Counselling Intern
Mike is a Master’s-level intern counsellor in the Marriage and Family Therapy program at Trinity Western University, providing low-cost counselling in Surrey and online across British Columbia.
He works with individuals, couples, and families (ages 16+), supporting meaningful personal growth and stronger, more connected relationships. Mike brings a warm, empathetic presence to each session, helping clients feel heard, understood, and supported.
Grounded in a systemic and emotionally focused approach, Mike understands how relationships and emotional experiences shape mental health and well-being. He integrates a person-centred approach, tailoring therapy to your unique needs, strengths, and values. Whether you are seeking individual counselling, couples therapy, or family counselling, Mike works collaboratively to support your goals.
Mike believes that healing and lasting change happen in a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment. His low-cost counselling sessions offer an accessible way to explore challenges, gain insight, and move toward positive change. He works with concerns such as relationship difficulties, anxiety, life transitions, and emotional disconnection, helping clients build resilience and deeper connection.
His work is informed by a genuine curiosity about the human experience and a deep respect for each person’s capacity for growth.
Outside the therapy room, Mike enjoys playing and listening to music, connecting with friends, and sharing good meals.
If you’re looking for affordable counselling in Surrey or online therapy across BC, Mike offers accessible, compassionate support. Evening and weekend counselling is also available across our team. Book a low-cost counselling session today and begin your journey toward growth and connection. Book online or telephone counselling.
Sarah Ball, Low Cost Counselling Intern
Sarah is a Master’s-level intern counsellor studying Couples and Family Therapy at Trinity Western University (TWU), providing counselling in Surrey and online across British Columbia.
She works with individuals, couples, and families, supporting each to connect with their inner resilience and strengthen meaningful relationships. Sarah offers a warm, empathetic, and attuned presence where you can feel safe, understood, and supported. She meets you where you are and collaborates with you to make sense of what you’re experiencing.
Sarah’s approach to counselling is emotion-focused, trauma-informed, and grounded in attachment theory. She brings a systemic and relational lens to therapy, helping clients explore patterns shaped by past experiences, relationships, and social contexts. Together, you can begin to notice, understand, and shift patterns that no longer serve you. With couples and parents, she supports increasing emotional connection, accessibility, and responsiveness within relationships.
Her work is informed by modalities such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Child-Centred Play Therapy, Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), and Sand Tray Therapy. She has completed training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy and Neufeld Institute Intensive One. Sarah also integrates somatic approaches and nervous system co-regulation, creating space for emotions to be safely processed and integrated.
With a background in settlement services, Sarah has a special interest in supporting individuals navigating displacement, life transitions, acculturation, and cultural identity development. She brings cultural humility, curiosity, and authenticity to this work.
If you’re looking for counselling in Surrey or online therapy across BC, you can book an intake with Sarah to explore whether working together feels like a good fit.
Joel Braun, Low Cost Counselling Intern
Joel is a Master of Counselling intern at City University of Seattle, Vancouver campus, providing low cost counselling in Surrey and online across British Columbia. He works with adults and is supervised by Jonathan Wieser, RCC, RMFT. Joel has a particular interest in supporting adults living with OCD and adults living with Type 1 diabetes, including diabetes burnout and the emotional side of managing a chronic condition.
Joel comes to counselling with three years as a counsellor on the Fraser Health Crisis Line, where he supported hundreds of callers through moments of acute distress. That experience shaped how he works: he has learned that people in pain are usually looking for connection before they are looking for solutions, and that feeling understood and less alone is often where change begins.
Joel is drawn to relational and emotionally focused approaches and is training in Emotionally Focused Therapy at Sojourn. His work is also informed by Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness, and he has completed the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and Mindful Self Compassion programs as a participant. He completed a practicum at the Canadian Treatment Centre for OCD, working with individual clients under clinical supervision using evidence informed approaches. In session, he pays close attention to what you are experiencing in the moment, helps you name it, and stays with it alongside you. He works with OCD and intrusive thoughts, stress, anxiety, low mood, grief and loss, life transitions, relationship patterns, and the feeling of being disconnected from yourself or others.
Joel sees clients on Mondays from 5:00 to 9:00 pm and Wednesdays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Read Joel’s full profile, or view his availability and book online.
Why clients choose low cost counselling
How to get started
Browse and Book:
To start your journey with us, visit our online booking portal where you can explore our therapists' schedules and detailed bios. Take your time to choose a therapist whose approach resonates with you and aligns with your needs. Once you've made your selection, you can conveniently book an appointment directly through the portal.
Complete Your Intake Form:
After your booking has been confirmed, we will send you a link to an online intake form. This form will ask you some basic questions about your background, current challenges, and therapy goals. Completing this form helps us better understand your needs and ensures that your counselling session is as productive as possible.
Join Your Session:
On the day of your appointment, you have the option to either arrive at our clinic or log in to your virtual session, depending on your preference. Rest assured, your intern therapist will be ready and waiting for you.
Intern schedules full? Add yourself to an intern’s wait list from their profile, or take a look at our Registered Clinical Counselling team, where evening and weekend appointments are often available sooner. If you are unsure, use the 5 question therapist match or email info@sojourncounselling.com and we will help you find a good fit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is low cost counselling effective?
Many clients find it is. Intern counsellors are in the final stages of graduate training and work under close supervision, which supports safe, thoughtful care. The relationship you build with your counsellor matters more than their fee.
What is the difference between an intern counsellor and an RCC?
Intern counsellors are completing their master’s degree and practise under the supervision of a Registered Clinical Counsellor. RCCs have completed their graduate training, are registered with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors, and practise independently.
How much does low cost counselling cost?
$60 per 50 minute session. Your first session is free.
Can I see an intern for couples counselling?
Yes, some of our interns work with couples and families. Check the intern’s profile for who they see, or contact us and we can help you choose.
Can I switch to an RCC later?
Absolutely. Many clients begin with an intern counsellor and move to our Registered Clinical Counselling services if their needs change.
Is online counselling as effective as in person?
For many concerns, online counselling is just as effective and offers added convenience, especially if you live outside Surrey.
What if the intern I want is fully booked?
Add yourself to their wait list from their profile. You can also book with another intern or with one of our RCCs in the meantime.