Youth CornerChildren · Teens · Families

A space to be you.
Room to grow.

You deserve to feel heard, understood, and supported.

At Touch Brain Counselor located in Coquitlam, B.C, we welcome young people as they are. Our neuroaffirming approach respects different ways of thinking, feeling, communicating, and connecting.

Through counselling, play-based and creative therapies, we offer different ways to explore feelings and life’s challenges. Support is shaped around each young person’s strengths, comfort, and individual needs.

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Connection begins with understanding

Your voice matters.
Your pace matters, too.

A welcoming space

Thoughtfully designed counselling spaces and opportunities for screen-free play.

More ways to express

Conversation, play, and creativity offer different ways to share what is on your mind.

Care that sees you

Personalized support that respects identity, neurodiversity, strengths, and preferences.

A gentle school support space

School Check-In

A small pause to notice how school feels today.

Pause. Notice. Connect.

School stress

Busy days can pile up. Try naming one thing that feels most important right now.

Friendships & belonging

Feeling included can change from day to day. One kind connection can make a difference.

Homework & exams

You do not have to solve every task at once. Start with the smallest possible piece.

Sleep & routines

A simple wind-down, some water, or a steadier morning can help your day feel less rushed.

Asking for support

A trusted adult, teacher, coach, counselor, or family member can listen and help you plan.

A gentle check-in

How is school feeling today?

There is no right answer. Choose what feels closest, or simply take a moment to notice.

Right now, I feel…

You are allowed to check in without having all the words for it. One small next step can be enough for today.

It is good to notice what is helping. Keep a little space for the people and routines that help you feel steady.

That sounds like a lot to carry at once. You do not need to figure everything out now—try choosing one small thing to make lighter.

Feeling left out can be really tough. If it feels right, consider telling someone kind and trustworthy what has been going on.

Not being sure is still useful information. Give yourself a little time, then notice what feels hardest or what you need most.

What feels hardest today?

A caring next step

Talk with a TouchBrain Counselor

If you would like support, you can ask for a conversation. Share only what feels comfortable.

Request a conversation

This opens the TouchBrain Counselor contact page. It is not an emergency service and does not send an automatic message.

TouchBrain Counselor If you are in immediate danger, contact local emergency services or a trusted adult now.
Belonging · Learning · Everyday life

Support that understands
their world.

Every young person brings their own strengths, needs, and ways of experiencing the world. Explore support focused on feeling understood, participating at school, and navigating everyday challenges—with the young person’s voice at the centre.

Neurodivergent support

A strengths-based, neuroaffirming space for autistic young people, youth with ADHD, and those with other neurodevelopmental differences.

  • Sensory and communication preferences
  • Emotional awareness and self-advocacy
  • Identity, confidence, and belonging
Explore personalized support

School integration

Explore support for school routines, transitions, peer relationships, and communicating needs—helping make room for participation on the young person’s terms.

  • School readiness and changing routines
  • Expressing support and accommodation needs
  • Home–school consistency and shared goals
Discuss school-related support

Behavioural therapy & support

Discuss an individualized approach to understanding what behaviour may communicate and identifying practical skills and environmental supports.

  • Recognizing triggers and unmet needs
  • Communication, coping, and co-regulation
  • Collaborative routines and caregiver guidance
Ask about behavioural support

A plan built with you—not just for you.

Start a conversation about your child’s strengths, priorities, and daily experiences. Together, we can explore the type of support that may fit.

Discuss your child’s needs

Service availability and suitability are confirmed through consultation. School liaison, where offered, requires appropriate consent and coordination with the school team. Goals should respect the young person’s autonomy, communication, and sensory needs—not require masking or suppressing harmless self-expression.

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Shiva SherkatFounder & Clinical Director
MA, RCC · Psychotherapist
Get to know us

Thoughtful care.
Genuine connection.

Behind every session is a team that takes the time to understand.

At Touch Brain Counselor, we support children, teens, adults, and families with compassionate counselling and personalized care. Led by Shiva Sherkat, our team brings a warm, collaborative approach to helping clients explore their needs, identify their strengths, and work toward meaningful goals.

We listen first.

Your experiences, preferences, and priorities help shape the conversation.

We see the individual.

Our neuroaffirming approach respects different ways of thinking, feeling, and communicating.

Get to Know Us Connect with our team

Insurance & funding options

We Have You Covered

Coverage details and eligibility vary. Please contact your insurance provider or funding agency directly to confirm the services, requirements, and reimbursement available through your plan.

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    ICBC

    Insurance Corporation of British Columbia

    Coverage program
  • 02

    CVAP

    Crime Victim Assistance Program

    Coverage program
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    FNHA

    First Nations Health Authority

    Funding program
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    AFU

    Autism Funding Unit

    Funding program
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    MCFD

    Ministry of Children and Family Development

    Funding program
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    SLC

    Subsidized Low-Cost Counselling

    Please inquire

Our Partners & Affiliations

Crime Victim Assistance Registered Clinical Counsellors First Nations Health Authority Insurance Corporation of BC BC Association of Clinical Counsellors Community Resource & Support

Touch Brain Counselor works within a network of professional associations, community resources, insurers, and funding programs to help clients access care.

Questions about eligibility or coverage?

Our team can help you identify the right next step before your first appointment.

Contact Our Team

Program participation does not guarantee approval or reimbursement. Eligibility and coverage are determined by the applicable insurer or funding agency.