Meet Your Therapist.
Jess Preston, MA, RCC
Hi, and Welcome!
I’m Jess Preston, a Registered Clinical Counsellor and the Clinical Director of Reverie Therapy. Based in Maple Ridge, BC, I’m proud to live and work in this vibrant community, offering in-person and online counselling for adult individuals and couples.
In my practice, I take an integrative, intuitive approach — weaving together holistic, trauma-informed, and client-centred care. I draw from a range of therapeutic perspectives, including Client-Centred Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Intersectional Feminist Therapy, Psychoanalytic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Family Systems, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and others. This flexibility allows me to tailor support in a way that truly fits each client’s unique needs, and I always welcome questions and conversations about the approaches we use together.
With over eight years of university-level education and a profound passion for mental health, I am honoured to walk alongside clients as they navigate the many seasons and complexities of life
At the heart of my work is a warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental space — one that encourages self-reflection, self-discovery, and meaningful growth.
If you feel ready to take the next step, or if you're simply curious to learn more, I invite you to reach out. I’d be happy to connect and explore how we might work together.
My Professional Qualifications
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and a member in good standing with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors.
I hold a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University, where I graduated with honours in 2024.
I also hold a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Simon Fraser University, majoring in Psychology and minoring in Counselling & Human Development.
Through my commitment to lifelong learning, I have completed additional training and professional development, including:
Gottman Method Couples Therapy: Level I & II (Certified)
Gottman Method Bringing Home Baby Educator (Certified)
Perinatal Mood Disorders: Components of Care
Therapy Focus at a Glance
Relationship counselling
Relationship counselling for parents
Life transitions
Stress management
Trauma processing
Depression
Anxiety
Grief
Highly Sensitive Persons (HSP’s)
Pregnancy
Postpartum
Parenthood
Birth trauma
Pregnancy loss & stillbirth
Fertility issues
Abortion
Perinatal mood & anxiety disorders
Family planning
Family transitions
Are We a Good Fit?
I work with adult clients dealing with life and relationship challenges including grief, stress, trauma, depression, anxiety and life transitions. Areas of added focus in my practice include couples counselling, perinatal mental health and parenting. As a married parent to two young children, I have personal experience in many of these areas myself.
I invite you to join me in a safe and therapeutically guided space. Here, you will be empowered to share your experiences in your own words, discuss your goals, and feel cared for, validated, and gently encouraged to work toward life-affirming change. Societal expectations can weigh heavily on each of us, and we all need supportive resources.
I would be honoured to be a part of your self-care team.
If you are ready to get started, or have some questions, simply click on the button below. Let’s connect!
Honouring Sensitivity as Strength
As a highly sensitive person (HSP), I understand the world through a lens of deep empathy, awareness, and emotional attunement. High sensitivity is a temperament trait found in about 15–20% of the population, characterized by heightened responsiveness to external stimuli, emotional depth, and a rich inner life. This trait deeply informs my work as a counsellor, allowing me to connect with clients on a nuanced and compassionate level.
If you’ve ever felt particularly sensitive to stimuli such as light, sound, texture, or the emotional energy of others — or if you tend to process experiences deeply and need time to recharge — you may relate to the trait of high sensitivity. I’m here to support you as you explore what this might mean for you — how it may have shaped your life and view of self, and how small, intentional changes might help you thrive. I offer a calm, supportive space where sensitivity is valued and can become a source of strength and insight.
If you're curious about how high sensitivity may be affecting your life — or simply want to better understand this part of yourself — I invite you to reach out to learn more about how therapy can support you.
Hey…. Have you checked out the Reverie Therapy Blog?
Wondering if now is the right time to make a change? You might be further along than you think. Take a moment to read our blog post: “Thinking About Change? You’re Further Along Than You Realize.” It’s a gentle guide for anyone starting to consider a new direction.
If anxiety has been showing up in your life lately, you’re not alone — and support is possible. In our blog post, “Reaching Steady Ground,” we share how individual counselling at Reverie Therapy can help you find more calm, clarity, and confidence.
Thinking about how to stay connected with your partner as you navigate life after baby? Our blog post, “Growing Together Through Postpartum,” explores how couples counselling can help you strengthen your bond and support each other through this big transition.
Curious about the story behind Reverie Therapy? In “Why I Founded Reverie Therapy,” Jess shares her personal journey — and what inspired her to support and empower parents through counselling. It’s a heartfelt reflection on lived experience, growth, and purpose. Take a read-through, here.