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Essay Sun

CounsellingHollyburn Support ServicesNorth Vancouver

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Senior Counsellor

Essay is a dedicated clinical counsellor who supports individuals experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. She works with clients who struggle with focus, goal attainment, relaxation, or finding joy in daily life, and she is passionate about helping those navigating significant life and career transitions. Essay also works closely with parents, equipping them with effective strategies to enhance their parenting approaches.

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Her counselling approach is evidence-based and process-oriented, guiding clients in exploring life’s challenges, fostering personal growth, and achieving meaningful change. She firmly believes in everyone’s capacity to create a life filled with purpose and significance.

With a warm, empathetic, and client-centered approach, Essay invites you to collaborate in addressing your unique challenges.

ESSAY SPECIALIZES IN: Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Parenting and Relationship Challenges.

Ages Served: Ages 10 +

Languages Offered

- English

- Mandarin

Support Topics:

Adapting to lifestyle changes and aging

Anger management

Anxiety

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Family conflict

Family dynamics

Life transitions

Mood disorders

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)

Parenting issues (including child-rearing and education)

Relationship and marriage conflict

Trauma and PTSD

Youth Mental Health

Therapeutic Approaches:

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT)

Existential Therapy

Gottman Method

Psychodynamic Approach

Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

Services & prices

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Counselling70 options
Individual Session (In-Person, Associate Counsellor)5 options
Individual Session (In-Person, Associate Counsellor)110 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$325
Individual Session (In-Person, Associate Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

$155
Individual Session (In-Person, Associate Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$155
Individual Session (In-Person, Associate Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$155
Individual Session (In-Person, Associate Counsellor)80 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$240
Individual Session (Virtual, Associate Counsellor)4 options
Individual Session (Virtual, Associate Counsellor)110 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$325
Individual Session (Virtual, Associate Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

$155
Individual Session (Virtual, Associate Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$155
Individual Session (Virtual, Associate Counsellor)80 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$240
Family Session (In-Person, Associate Counsellor)
Family Session (In-Person, Associate Counsellor)120 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

Price not listed
Quick Check-In (In-Person)
Quick Check-In (In-Person)15 minNew patient

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

For brief updates, quick questions, or touch-base conversations.

Price not listed
Quick Check-In (Virtual)
Quick Check-In (Virtual)15 minNew patient

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

For brief updates, quick questions, or touch-base conversations.

Price not listed
Lunch & Learn / Working Lunch (In-Person)
Lunch & Learn / Working Lunch (In-Person)120 minNew patient

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

For extended conversation, collaboration, or shared meals.

Price not listed
Conversation & Consultation (In-Person)
Conversation & Consultation (In-Person)30 minNew patient

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

For thoughtful discussion, problem-solving, or idea sharing.

Price not listed
Conversation & Consultation (Virtual)
Conversation & Consultation (Virtual)30 minNew patient

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

For thoughtful discussion, problem-solving, or idea sharing.

Price not listed
Couples/Family Counselling (In-Person)
Couples/Family Counselling (In-Person)30 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

Price not listed
Child/Family Session in Playroom (In-Person, Senior Counsellor)
Child/Family Session in Playroom (In-Person, Senior Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

$195
Child/Youth Session (In-Person, Associate Counsellor)2 options
Child/Youth Session (In-Person, Associate Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$155
Child/Youth Session (In-Person, Associate Counsellor)80 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$240
Child/Youth Session (In-Person, Senior Counsellor)2 options
Child/Youth Session (In-Person, Senior Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$170
Child/Youth Session (In-Person, Senior Counsellor)80 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$265
Child/Youth Session (In-Person, Student/Intern Counsellor)
Child/Youth Session (In-Person, Student/Intern Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$60
Child/Youth Session (Virtual, Associate Counsellor)2 options
Child/Youth Session (Virtual, Associate Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$155
Child/Youth Session (Virtual, Associate Counsellor)80 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$240
Child/Youth Session (Virtual, Senior Counsellor)2 options
Child/Youth Session (Virtual, Senior Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$170
Child/Youth Session (Virtual, Senior Counsellor)80 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$265
Child/Youth Session (Virtual, Student/Intern Counsellor)
Child/Youth Session (Virtual, Student/Intern Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$60
Couples or Family Session (In-Person, Senior Counsellor)
Couples or Family Session (In-Person, Senior Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$195
Couples or Family Session (Virtual, Associate Counsellor)
Couples or Family Session (Virtual, Associate Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

$175
Couples or Family Session (Virtual, Senior Counsellor)
Couples or Family Session (Virtual, Senior Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

$195
Couples/Co-Parenting/Family Session (In-Person, Associate Counsellor)2 options
Couples/Co-Parenting/Family Session (In-Person, Associate Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

$175
Couples/Co-Parenting/Family Session (In-Person, Associate Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$175
Couples/Co-Parenting/Family Session (In-Person, Senior Counsellor)3 options
Couples/Co-Parenting/Family Session (In-Person, Senior Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$195
Couples/Co-Parenting/Family Session (In-Person, Senior Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

$195
Couples/Co-Parenting/Family Session (In-Person, Senior Counsellor)80 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$295
Couples/Co-Parenting/Family Session (In-Person, Student/Intern Counsellor)
Couples/Co-Parenting/Family Session (In-Person, Student/Intern Counsellor)50 minStudent practitioner

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

Insurers often do not reimburse treatments performed by a student. Check with the clinic before booking.

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$80
Couples/Co-Parenting/Family Session (Virtual, Associate Counsellor)2 options
Couples/Co-Parenting/Family Session (Virtual, Associate Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$175
Couples/Co-Parenting/Family Session (Virtual, Associate Counsellor)80 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$275
Couples/Co-Parenting/Family Session (Virtual, Senior Counsellor)3 options
Couples/Co-Parenting/Family Session (Virtual, Senior Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$195
Couples/Co-Parenting/Family Session (Virtual, Senior Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$195
Couples/Co-Parenting/Family Session (Virtual, Senior Counsellor)80 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$295
Couples/Co-Parenting/Family Session (Virtual, Student/Intern Counsellor)
Couples/Co-Parenting/Family Session (Virtual, Student/Intern Counsellor)50 minStudent practitioner

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

Insurers often do not reimburse treatments performed by a student. Check with the clinic before booking.

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$80
Couples/Family Session (In-Person, Senior Counsellor)
Couples/Family Session (In-Person, Senior Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

$195
Family Programs Session (Virtual/Telephone)
Family Programs Session (Virtual/Telephone)50 minNew patient

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

Price not listed
Individual Session (In-Person, Senior Counsellor)6 options
Individual Session (In-Person, Senior Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$170
Individual Session (In-Person, Senior Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

$170
Individual Session (In-Person, Senior Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$170
Individual Session (In-Person, Senior Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

$170
Individual Session (In-Person, Senior Counsellor)80 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$265
Individual Session (In-Person, Senior Counsellor)80 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

$265
Individual Session (In-Person, Student/Intern Counsellor
Individual Session (In-Person, Student/Intern Counsellor50 minStudent practitioner

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

Insurers often do not reimburse treatments performed by a student. Check with the clinic before booking.

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$60
Individual Session (Virtual, Senior Counsellor)6 options
Individual Session (Virtual, Senior Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$170
Individual Session (Virtual, Senior Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$170
Individual Session (Virtual, Senior Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$170
Individual Session (Virtual, Senior Counsellor)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

$170
Individual Session (Virtual, Senior Counsellor)80 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$265
Individual Session (Virtual, Senior Counsellor)80 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$265
Individual Session (Virtual, Student/Intern Counsellor)
Individual Session (Virtual, Student/Intern Counsellor)50 minStudent practitioner

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

Insurers often do not reimburse treatments performed by a student. Check with the clinic before booking.

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$60
Deep Dive Conversation (In-Person)
Deep Dive Conversation (In-Person)60 minNew patient

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

For more complex topics that need space and attention.

Price not listed
Deep Dive Conversation (Virtual)
Deep Dive Conversation (Virtual)60 minNew patient

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

For more complex topics that need space and attention.

Price not listed
Couples/Co-Parents/Family Session (In-Person, Associate Counsellor)
Couples/Co-Parents/Family Session (In-Person, Associate Counsellor)80 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

If you're unable to select a date or time, please contact your counsellor directly to book your session.

$275
Couples/Family Session (In-Person, Associate Counsellor)
Couples/Family Session (In-Person, Associate Counsellor)90 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

$275
CVAP Individual Counselling (In-Person)
CVAP Individual Counselling (In-Person)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

$135
CVAP Individual Counselling (Virtual/Telephone)
CVAP Individual Counselling (Virtual/Telephone)50 min

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

$135
Circle of Security Parenting® – Couple Registration2 options
Circle of Security Parenting® – Couple Registration120 minNew patient

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

Circle of Security Parenting® – Couple Registration Welcome! You're registering for the full six-week Circle of Security Parenting® program for two adults facilitated by Jana Hruba, RCC. Circle of Security Parenting® is an evidence-informed, attachment-based program that helps parents and caregivers better understand their child's emotional needs, strengthen their relationship, and respond with greater confidence and compassion. Attending together provides a shared understanding of the Circle of Security approach and encourages consistent, connected parenting. Before you register, please note: Registration is for two adults attending together. The program fee is $600 per couple and is due at the time of registration. Please plan to attend all six sessions whenever possible, as each week builds on the previous one. After registering, you'll be asked to complete a brief intake form and consent documents through our secure client portal. We look forward to welcoming you both!

$600
Circle of Security Parenting® – Couple Registration120 minNew patient

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

Circle of Security Parenting® – Couple Registration Welcome! You're registering for the full six-week Circle of Security Parenting® program for two adults facilitated by Jana Hruba, RCC. Circle of Security Parenting® is an evidence-informed, attachment-based program that helps parents and caregivers better understand their child's emotional needs, strengthen their relationship, and respond with greater confidence and compassion. Attending together provides a shared understanding of the Circle of Security approach and encourages consistent, connected parenting. Before you register, please note: Registration is for two adults attending together. The program fee is $600 per couple and is due at the time of registration. Please plan to attend all six sessions whenever possible, as each week builds on the previous one. After registering, you'll be asked to complete a brief intake form and consent documents through our secure client portal. We look forward to welcoming you both!

$600
Free Consultation (Telephone)3 options
Free Initial Consultation (Telephone)15 minNew patient

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

$0
Free Initial Consultation (Telephone)15 minNew patient

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

$0
Free Initial Consultation (Telephone)15 minNew patient

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

Price not listed
Free Consultation (Virtual)
Free Initial Consultation (Virtual)15 minNew patient

Can be billed toCrime Victim AssistanceICBCBlue CrossExtended health plansGreenShieldManulifeTELUS eClaims

Price not listed

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