Psychology Services for Abbotsford
and the Fraser Valley
Therapy by secure video, with in-person assessment days planned around the drive
Abbotsford is roughly an hour's drive from downtown Vancouver, so we organize care for Fraser Valley clients around that reality. Therapy, follow-ups and group sessions can all happen virtually, and you only travel in when an assessment needs face-to-face testing.
Virtual sessions work well for students at the University of the Fraser Valley, shift workers, and parents who cannot spare half a day for a commute. Clients in Mission and Chilliwack use the same approach.
Care from the Fraser Valley
Planning an assessment trip
Testing is booked in sessions of about four hours. Let our team know you are coming from the Fraser Valley so sessions can be scheduled to keep your trips to a minimum.
Therapy in Punjabi
Gurjot Chhina, a supervised doctoral student, offers therapy and assessment in English and Punjabi for adults and youth.
Psychiatric consultation
Our consulting psychiatrists see adults for diagnostic questions and medication. MSP-covered appointments require a physician referral, which our psychologists can help coordinate for current therapy clients.
Services for Abbotsford Clients
Virtual Individual Therapy
For anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, substance use and life transitions, delivered by secure video so you can attend from anywhere in the Fraser Valley. Learn more about individual therapy.
ADHD and Psychological Assessment
For adults and youth who want answers about attention, learning, mood or anxiety. The interview and questionnaires are done remotely, and testing takes place at our downtown office. Learn more about psychological assessment.
Psychiatric Consultation
Adult psychiatric assessment and medication consultation with our consulting psychiatrists, coordinated with your therapy when you are already a client. Read about our consulting psychiatrists and our referral policy.
Group Therapy
Virtual eight-week groups for adolescents, young adults and adults at $60 per session, plus a one-time supportive drop-in group. Learn more about group therapy.
Clinicians Abbotsford Clients See
Clinicians Fraser Valley clients often see for therapy in Punjabi, ADHD assessment and psychiatric consultation.
Gurjot Chhina, B.A.
Offers assessment, individual and group therapy in English and Punjabi for adults and youth, including depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, grief and relationships.
Dr. Rami Nijjar, Ph.D.
Focuses on ADHD and autism assessments for adults and youth, with doctoral training from Concordia University.
Dr. Y. Yang, M.D.
A UBC medical graduate who trained in psychiatry at the University of Toronto and returned home to BC. Sees adults for psychiatric assessment and medication.
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Questions from Abbotsford Clients
Can I do all my therapy online from Abbotsford?
Yes. Individual and group therapy can be fully virtual from anywhere in BC.
Why does an assessment need an in-person visit?
Many standardized tests used for ADHD, learning and autism assessments need to be given face to face to be valid. The clinical interview and questionnaires are completed remotely beforehand.
Is there a Punjabi-speaking clinician?
Yes. Gurjot Chhina offers sessions in English and Punjabi under the supervision of a licensed psychologist.
What does it cost?
Fees depend on the clinician and service. Supervised student therapy is $120 per session and group therapy is $60 per session. Contact us for current rates for other services.
Schedule an Appointment
Distance should not decide whether you get help. Book online or call us to set up your first virtual session.
Call 604-774-5501 or email info@pacificmaplepsych.com.
We are not a crisis service. If you are in immediate danger, call 911. To reach the Suicide Crisis Helpline, call or text 9-8-8.
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