One Oak Counselling has quietly become a trusted Burnaby resource for adults and couples seeking practical, compassionate therapy. With more than 10 years serving local residents from their convenient Kingsway office, they are known for clear-headed, evidence-based counselling that gets to the heart of what’s holding people back.

They offer individual counselling, couples therapy, and anxiety-focused groups, with modalities tailored to each client. Expect cognitive behavioural therapy sessions, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and trauma-informed EMDR when appropriate. Sessions are 50 minutes, with option for longer intake appointments. They also run a weekly social anxiety skills group limited to eight participants, and provide guided mindfulness audio recordings for clients to use between appointments.

What sets One Oak apart is how they work. Therapists complete a detailed intake that maps stressors, strengths and practical goals, then build short-term plans with measurable steps. You will leave sessions with homework you can use: a behavioural experiment to try during the week, a communication script for a difficult conversation, or a grounding technique to manage panic. The team includes counsellors registered with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors, with additional certifications in grief work and couples therapy. They offer evening appointments and secure online video sessions for busy schedules.

Burnaby neighbours choose One Oak because the clinic feels small and steady, like talking to a trusted neighbour who also knows the research. Their office is on a quiet stretch of Kingsway, close to transit and local coffee shops, making it easy to fit therapy into daily life. People often mention they felt heard from the first visit, and that practical tools made change possible.

Call One Oak Counselling at 604-724-3542 or visit burnabycounsellors.com to book an intake.