Veta Chitnev, Ph.D., RCC #26533
Counsellor and Educational Psychologist
Evidence-based, culturally informed psychotherapy across the lifespan.
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English
Russian
Ukrainian
Pacific Horizon Therapy provides a supportive, compassionate, and culturally responsive space for adults, children, adolescents, couples, and families to navigate life's challenges, process difficult experiences, and build resilience.
Drawing on evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches, therapy is tailored to each client's unique needs, strengths, and goals. The aim is to help clients develop effective coping skills, strengthen relationships, improve emotional well-being, and move toward meaningful and lasting personal growth.
Support for individuals, couples, children and families.
Three simple steps, at your own pace.
A short, no-cost phone consultation to talk about what brings you in and whether we're a good fit.
In-person at the Steveston or Central Richmond office, or remote sessions from wherever you are.
Start therapy tailored to your needs, strengths, and goals.
Counsellor and Educational Psychologist
Evidence-based, culturally informed psychotherapy across the lifespan.
RCC #26533Verify with BCACC (opens in a new tab)
Session length and fee for each service. Start with a free 15-minute consultation.
ICBC Counselling: ICBC-approved rate – direct billing available. Reduced-fee and non-profit rates: limited spaces available.
See all services & feesIn-person at the Steveston or Central Richmond office, or remote sessions from wherever you are.
Answers drawn from the services, consent and contact pages.
Most sessions (individual, child & youth, and parent consultation) are 50 minutes at CA$160. Relationship Counselling for Individuals is 60 minutes at CA$180, Joint Couples Counselling (Two Therapists) is 60 minutes at CA$280, and a Comprehensive Assessment Appointment is 80–90 minutes at CA$350.
Payment is due at the end of each session unless pre-arranged. Receipts are provided for insurance or reimbursement purposes. See all services & fees.
Sessions are typically 50 minutes unless otherwise arranged. Relationship and joint couples sessions are 60 minutes, and a comprehensive assessment is 80–90 minutes.
Yes. The Free Initial Consultation is 15 minutes: a brief phone or video consultation to discuss your goals, answer questions, and determine whether my services are a good fit for your needs. Book a free consultation.
Both. You can meet in-person at the Steveston office (210–3651 Moncton Street) or the Central Richmond office (1027–6081 No. 3 Road), or have remote sessions from wherever you are.
English,
Russian,
Ukrainian (Professional Working Proficiency).
Yes, ICBC Counselling is offered at the ICBC-approved rate, with direct billing available. Please provide your ICBC claim number before your first appointment so that eligibility for direct billing can be confirmed.
Reduced-rate counselling is available for full-time post-secondary students with a valid student ID (50 minutes, CA$140). Reduced-fee and non-profit rates have limited spaces available. Please inquire for details.
If you need to cancel or reschedule, please provide 24 hours notice. Late cancellations or missed appointments may be billed at the full session rate.
Everything you share in counselling is confidential. Information will not be released without your consent except in situations required by law, including:
Read the full Informed Consent.
Book a free 15-minute consultation online, or reach out directly with any questions.