Virtual Therapy · BC & Ontario
Virtual Trauma & Couples Therapy Across BC & Ontario
You may be carrying something heavy right now. You don't have to carry it alone.
Evidence-based virtual therapy — trauma counselling, PTSD recovery, and couples therapy — for adults across British Columbia and Ontario. Therapy in English, Arabic, Hindi, and Malayalam. No waitlists.
Free initial consultation · No pressure · Serving all of BC · Sliding scale fees available
Taking the first step takes courage. We see that.
You might feel hesitant, unsure, or even skeptical about whether therapy can help. That's completely understandable. Many people feel that way before they reach out. What we know — and what our clients have discovered — is that healing is possible.
TEO Counselling was built on the belief that mental health care is a fundamental human right. We offer accessible, culturally sensitive, evidence-based therapy that meets you exactly where you are.
Getting started is simpler than you think
No referral needed. No long waitlists. Three steps to your first session.
Book a free consultation
A 15–20 minute no-pressure call. We listen, you ask questions, and we figure out together if we're the right fit. No commitment required.
Meet your therapist
Your first session is a safe space to share what's brought you here. There's no right or wrong way to begin. We meet you exactly where you are.
Begin healing — at your pace
We build a plan together. Progress happens at the pace that's right for you. Regular check-ins ensure therapy is always serving your needs.
Therapy Services Across British Columbia
All sessions are virtual — accessible to anyone in British Columbia, with no commute, no waiting room, and flexible scheduling.
Trauma, PTSD & CPTSD Therapy
Using EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS), we help you process what happened, reduce distressing symptoms, and reclaim your life — without having to relive every detail.
EMDR · IFS · PTSD · CPTSD · Complex trauma
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Couples & Relationship Counselling
Whether you're rebuilding trust, working through conflict, or wanting to feel closer — the Gottman Method creates a safe space to understand each other and strengthen your bond.
Gottman Method · Communication · Trust · Intimacy
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First Responder Therapy
Specialized trauma support for firefighters, paramedics, police, and emergency workers. Clinical experience with concurrent trauma and addictions at Edgewood Nanaimo.
Operational stress · PTSD · Concurrent trauma & addictions
Learn more →Other Areas We Support
Click any area to learn more about how we can help.
Why clients choose TEO Counselling
We built TEO around a simple belief: therapy should be available to everyone who needs it, not just those who can afford private rates, live near a clinic, or already know what kind of help they need.
Rare clinical depth
Our lead therapist has worked with First Nations communities, Syrian refugees, first responders, and crisis response — not just in theory, but in the field.
Multilingual therapy in 4 languages
Therapy in English, Arabic, Hindi, and Malayalam — one of BC's only practices offering clinical-level care in multiple languages, meeting clients in their language of emotional truth.
Evidence-based approaches
EMDR, IFS, Gottman Method, and CBT — not just one-size-fits-all. We tailor every approach to you.
Accessible by design
Sliding scale fees, virtual sessions, and a free initial consultation so you can find the right fit without risk.
Session details
Meet Your Therapy Team
Certified counsellors with genuine clinical depth and a commitment to your healing.
Mohamad Shabib
MACP, CCC, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) · Founder & Lead Therapist
Mohamad's path to counselling came through crisis response, First Nations community mental health, first responder trauma at Edgewood Nanaimo, and refugee support on two continents. Advanced training in EMDR, IFS, and Gottman Method. Therapy in English and Arabic.
Alison Shaji
MA Clinical Psychology, RCC
Alison blends psychoanalytic depth with evidence-based tools — DBT, EMDR, CBT, inner child work, and shadow work. She approaches therapy as a collaborative exploration of the patterns that quietly shape who you are. Therapy in Malayalam and Hindi.
Why people choose TEO
Credentials you can verify
Mohamad Shabib holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, is a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC), and is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. Advanced training in EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and the Gottman Method.
Therapy in your language
Sessions in English, Arabic, Hindi, and Malayalam — with faith-informed care if you want it, and none if you don't.
Start with a real conversation
Every client starts with a free 15–20 minute consultation. No pressure, no commitment — just a chance to see whether we're the right fit.
Virtual therapy across British Columbia
Based in Nanaimo, we serve clients throughout Vancouver Island and across BC — wherever you are.
We also serve Port Alberni, Courtenay, Campbell River, Prince George, and every corner of BC.
Online therapy across Canada
Beyond BC, we provide virtual therapy in provinces where we hold the required credentials.
Latest from our blog
Honest insights on therapy, trauma, and healing — from our therapists to you.
What Is EMDR Therapy and How Does It Work?
A plain-language guide to EMDR from an advanced EMDR-trained therapist — what it is, how sessions work, and what conditions it treats.
Read article →7 Signs of Unresolved Trauma
Unresolved trauma affects your daily life in ways you might not recognize. Learn the most common signs and what you can do about them.
Read article →Couples Therapy in BC: What to Expect
Everything you need to know about starting couples therapy — from what happens in sessions to costs and insurance in British Columbia.
Read article →Ready to take the first step?
Book a free, no-pressure initial consultation. We'll talk about what you're going through, share a bit about our approach, and figure out together if we're the right fit. No commitment required.
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