Parallel Wellness has quietly become one of Burnaby’s most trusted counselling practices since opening in 2018, specialising in anxiety, trauma recovery, and relationship work for adults and teens. What sets them apart is their blend of evidence-based therapies and practical life skills, all provided in a calm, bright clinic near Brentwood that feels more like a living room than an office.

They offer one-on-one counselling, couples therapy, and group workshops, with specific modalities you can actually expect: cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). Sessions are available in 50- or 90-minute blocks. The practice also runs a six-week anxiety skills group and a monthly trauma processing group, both limited to six participants to keep the work focused and confidential. Virtual appointments are offered across British Columbia.

Parallel Wellness shows expertise through what they do, not what they promise. Their counsellors hold registered clinical counselling credentials, with combined experience of over 25 years. Lead therapist Sarah Nguyen is EMDR-certified and supervises practicum students from local counselling programmes. Clients report concrete changes, like reduced panic attacks, improved sleep within weeks, and clearer communication patterns after three to five couples sessions.

Visiting the clinic is straightforward: free street parking, street-level entrance, and a sensory-friendly waiting area with weighted blankets and soft lighting. The team prioritises accessibility, offering sliding scale fees for students and referrals to local social services when needed. They also run free quarterly psychoeducation evenings for Burnaby residents, covering topics such as parenting through anxiety and managing work stress.

People choose Parallel Wellness because the therapists listen, set clear goals, and give tools you can use the next day. For appointments or questions, call 778-990-5491 or visit https://www.parallelwellness.ca/?utm_source=GMB&utm_medium=organic