Sleep or Insomnia Therapists in Comox, BC
I offer counselling grounded in a functional, holistic, and neuroscience model. My therapeutic style is integrative, where I work within an evidence-based and relational approach. I have a strong interest in complex issues, including PTSD, Grief, and Sleep Medicine. I have a strong focus on first responders and healthcare professionals.
I offer counselling grounded in a functional, holistic, and neuroscience model. My therapeutic style is integrative, where I work within an evidence-based and relational approach. I have a strong interest in complex issues, including PTSD, Grief, and Sleep Medicine. I have a strong focus on first responders and healthcare professionals.
Grunberg Patterson Centre for Counselling
Psychologist, PhD, RCC, RPsych
Verified Verified
Comox, BC V9M
Ethical, caring and safe relationships form the fabric of a rich and joyful life, therefore, individual and community healing go hand in hand. We believe in the healing power of a therapeutic relationship, where clients can feel valued and empowered to envision, practice and create change. Creating this relationship is the starting point for therapy. In all aspects of our work - therapy, assessment, consultation and education - we are committed to our clients and to the bonds of family, friendship and community that sustain them. We are proud of the way that we, as a practice, contribute to community health.
Ethical, caring and safe relationships form the fabric of a rich and joyful life, therefore, individual and community healing go hand in hand. We believe in the healing power of a therapeutic relationship, where clients can feel valued and empowered to envision, practice and create change. Creating this relationship is the starting point for therapy. In all aspects of our work - therapy, assessment, consultation and education - we are committed to our clients and to the bonds of family, friendship and community that sustain them. We are proud of the way that we, as a practice, contribute to community health.
Are you struggling with something? Let's talk about it. I'm here to support individuals and couples with a variety of mental health concerns while providing a holistic approach to health and well-being. We will work together to achieve your goals through non-judgement, skill building, coping strategies and empowerment. I'm here to hep you feel better so you can fully enjoy your life.
Are you struggling with something? Let's talk about it. I'm here to support individuals and couples with a variety of mental health concerns while providing a holistic approach to health and well-being. We will work together to achieve your goals through non-judgement, skill building, coping strategies and empowerment. I'm here to hep you feel better so you can fully enjoy your life.
There are times when we feel overwhelmed and lost. We're doing our best, but we can't seem to find our way. As an experienced counsellor, I can help you to catch your breath, find your strength, and navigate towards wellness.
There are times when we feel overwhelmed and lost. We're doing our best, but we can't seem to find our way. As an experienced counsellor, I can help you to catch your breath, find your strength, and navigate towards wellness.
I’m glad you’re here. If you’re dealing with challenges like depression, anxiety, trauma, or navigating neurodivergence, life transitions, and family dynamics, I’m here to support you. You may feel weighed down and seek not only relief but also a deeper understanding of the patterns and beliefs shaping your experiences. Together, we can explore these underlying issues in a safe, non-judgmental space. My goal is to help you gain insights that foster meaningful change, empowering you to live a more fulfilling and connected life. Let’s embark on this transformative journey together and discover the strengths within you.
I’m glad you’re here. If you’re dealing with challenges like depression, anxiety, trauma, or navigating neurodivergence, life transitions, and family dynamics, I’m here to support you. You may feel weighed down and seek not only relief but also a deeper understanding of the patterns and beliefs shaping your experiences. Together, we can explore these underlying issues in a safe, non-judgmental space. My goal is to help you gain insights that foster meaningful change, empowering you to live a more fulfilling and connected life. Let’s embark on this transformative journey together and discover the strengths within you.
Karen Turner Clinical Counselling & Therapy
Counsellor, MA CPsy, RCC
Verified Verified
Comox, BC V9M (Online Only)
Are you feeling stressed, anxious or depressed? Are others in your life concerned about you? Are you facing an unsettling change or feeling stuck? Are you feeling unfulfilled in life? Are you struggling to cope with the loss of someone close to you, other losses, or nearing the end of your life due to illness? Asking for help when in need is an expression of hope. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor in private practice located in Comox Valley BC providing services throughout BC. Please see below for the issues and challenges I work with and feel welcome to contact me.
Are you feeling stressed, anxious or depressed? Are others in your life concerned about you? Are you facing an unsettling change or feeling stuck? Are you feeling unfulfilled in life? Are you struggling to cope with the loss of someone close to you, other losses, or nearing the end of your life due to illness? Asking for help when in need is an expression of hope. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor in private practice located in Comox Valley BC providing services throughout BC. Please see below for the issues and challenges I work with and feel welcome to contact me.
Hello and welcome. I work with those who are experiencing trauma, dealing with anxiety, or struggling to find their way out of burnout. I believe that regardless of what we've been through, we all have the capacity to re-connect with who we really are (that inner “self” or “pilot light” that’s always there). I strive to guide individuals in connecting with their true selves and in navigating a path forward that is in line with what’s truly important to them. In sessions with me, you can expect to be met with warmth, curiosity, authenticity, and at times, humour.
Hello and welcome. I work with those who are experiencing trauma, dealing with anxiety, or struggling to find their way out of burnout. I believe that regardless of what we've been through, we all have the capacity to re-connect with who we really are (that inner “self” or “pilot light” that’s always there). I strive to guide individuals in connecting with their true selves and in navigating a path forward that is in line with what’s truly important to them. In sessions with me, you can expect to be met with warmth, curiosity, authenticity, and at times, humour.
Imagine finding a safe haven where your unique strengths and challenges are understood and embraced. Are you navigating the complexities of neurodivergent brains with ADHD or ASD? Maybe you're finding it challenging to connect with others due to anxiety or shyness? Perhaps you're exploring questions about your identity, including age-related changes, gender, or sexual orientation. I offer a supportive space where you can understand your unique brain, build confidence in communication, and explore your true self through art therapy.
Imagine finding a safe haven where your unique strengths and challenges are understood and embraced. Are you navigating the complexities of neurodivergent brains with ADHD or ASD? Maybe you're finding it challenging to connect with others due to anxiety or shyness? Perhaps you're exploring questions about your identity, including age-related changes, gender, or sexual orientation. I offer a supportive space where you can understand your unique brain, build confidence in communication, and explore your true self through art therapy.
After 10 years of working with women and their families as a midwife, I am pleased to work with women and families in a counselling capacity. My practice is accessible to new mothers and mothers-to-be in clinic, on Skype and in clients homes. I offer individual, group and family counselling. After a practicum with CYMH I am passionate about working with children and often treat the family as an interconnected system.
After 10 years of working with women and their families as a midwife, I am pleased to work with women and families in a counselling capacity. My practice is accessible to new mothers and mothers-to-be in clinic, on Skype and in clients homes. I offer individual, group and family counselling. After a practicum with CYMH I am passionate about working with children and often treat the family as an interconnected system.
Dr. Kelly McManus has a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and has been practicing for over 12 years in various mental health settings as a Psychologist and as Registered Clinical Counsellor. Dr. McManus also has a Masters Degree in Education. She works with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. She uses integrative, strengths-focused, evidenced-based therapy. Her education includes theory and practice in the major approaches in Psychology including Psychodynamic, Cognitive-Behavioural, and Narrative. Dr. McManus tailors her approach to your particular needs, goals, and preferences. Dr. McManus also takes ICBC and Veteran's Affairs clients.
Dr. Kelly McManus has a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and has been practicing for over 12 years in various mental health settings as a Psychologist and as Registered Clinical Counsellor. Dr. McManus also has a Masters Degree in Education. She works with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. She uses integrative, strengths-focused, evidenced-based therapy. Her education includes theory and practice in the major approaches in Psychology including Psychodynamic, Cognitive-Behavioural, and Narrative. Dr. McManus tailors her approach to your particular needs, goals, and preferences. Dr. McManus also takes ICBC and Veteran's Affairs clients.
Executive coaching, consulting and counselling for leaders and high net worth individuals and families. My education includes theory and practice in most major approaches in Psychology including Psychodynamic, Cognitive-Behavioural and Humanistic-Existential in combination with hands-on management experience. I have worked extensively in the arts and media on performance, creativity and anxiety. With four degrees in Psychology including a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and a Certificate in Intercultural Studies, formal education has been invaluable. My best teachers however are my clients and life experience.
Executive coaching, consulting and counselling for leaders and high net worth individuals and families. My education includes theory and practice in most major approaches in Psychology including Psychodynamic, Cognitive-Behavioural and Humanistic-Existential in combination with hands-on management experience. I have worked extensively in the arts and media on performance, creativity and anxiety. With four degrees in Psychology including a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and a Certificate in Intercultural Studies, formal education has been invaluable. My best teachers however are my clients and life experience.
Megan is a Master Practitioner of Clinical Counselling (MPCC), a Registered Clinical Supervisor (RCS), and a Master Therapeutic Counsellor (MTC) with 28 years of experience. Megan also certified as: CCPCPR, RPC, & RTC. Megan takes a compassionate approach to therapy & healing the whole person. She helps clients dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, eating disorders, relationship issues, trauma, betrayal, abuse. Megan works with co-occurring disorders that can impact client goals. At the client’s pace, the embedded causes are explored while moving gently through the presenting problem.
Megan is a Master Practitioner of Clinical Counselling (MPCC), a Registered Clinical Supervisor (RCS), and a Master Therapeutic Counsellor (MTC) with 28 years of experience. Megan also certified as: CCPCPR, RPC, & RTC. Megan takes a compassionate approach to therapy & healing the whole person. She helps clients dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, eating disorders, relationship issues, trauma, betrayal, abuse. Megan works with co-occurring disorders that can impact client goals. At the client’s pace, the embedded causes are explored while moving gently through the presenting problem.
We carry our life story within us. Each person has a unique collection of joys and triumphs, pleasures and pain that imprints their biology. These imprints, formed unconsciously, influence our feeling states, our decision making, self-esteem, and the way we see the world. They shape the way our nervous systems respond and adapt to challenges and change. The imprints that hold the most charge are often formed in childhood or in response to trauma, and they have the ability to create mental, emotional, and physical imbalance—to create a state of disregulation. However, we each possess the profound capacity for change.
We carry our life story within us. Each person has a unique collection of joys and triumphs, pleasures and pain that imprints their biology. These imprints, formed unconsciously, influence our feeling states, our decision making, self-esteem, and the way we see the world. They shape the way our nervous systems respond and adapt to challenges and change. The imprints that hold the most charge are often formed in childhood or in response to trauma, and they have the ability to create mental, emotional, and physical imbalance—to create a state of disregulation. However, we each possess the profound capacity for change.
"We are made wise not by the recollection of our past, but by the responsibility for our future." George Bernard Shaw-- While working together there is but one expert and, ultimately, one person responsible for your life. That person is you. I consider it an honour to work alongside people who are motivated for change and moving forward in life. We are all very complex and unique I seek to help you identify and address your needs, challenges and goals from a respectful and supportive role. "Freedom is is what you do with what's been done to you." Jean-Paul Sartre
"We are made wise not by the recollection of our past, but by the responsibility for our future." George Bernard Shaw-- While working together there is but one expert and, ultimately, one person responsible for your life. That person is you. I consider it an honour to work alongside people who are motivated for change and moving forward in life. We are all very complex and unique I seek to help you identify and address your needs, challenges and goals from a respectful and supportive role. "Freedom is is what you do with what's been done to you." Jean-Paul Sartre
Many of the clients I work with are feeling "stuck" and are looking for support to move towards their goals. Feeling stuck often coincides with feelings of depression and anxiety. My clients and I work together to develop healthy coping strategies and to achieve satisfaction in their daily lives. My therapeutic work is grounded in humanistic and constructivist theories, meaning I believe the relationship between the client and the therapist is essential for fostering change and growth. I am a Registered Psychologist with the College of Psychologists of BC and have over 15 years of training and experience in psychotherapy.
Many of the clients I work with are feeling "stuck" and are looking for support to move towards their goals. Feeling stuck often coincides with feelings of depression and anxiety. My clients and I work together to develop healthy coping strategies and to achieve satisfaction in their daily lives. My therapeutic work is grounded in humanistic and constructivist theories, meaning I believe the relationship between the client and the therapist is essential for fostering change and growth. I am a Registered Psychologist with the College of Psychologists of BC and have over 15 years of training and experience in psychotherapy.
I presently exclusively offer online sessions while working closely with a dedicated team at Strength Counselling Services. As the Clinical Team Lead and Registered Social Worker, I am firmly grounded in social work values of respecting the inherent dignity and worth of a person, promoting social justice and challenging oppressive systems with the goal to decolonize mental health. I passionately lead with a trauma-informed approach, honouring each person who invites me to walk alongside their journey of healing. Working with me, you can expect to experience my sense of humour, warmth, gentle-challenging, and honesty.
I presently exclusively offer online sessions while working closely with a dedicated team at Strength Counselling Services. As the Clinical Team Lead and Registered Social Worker, I am firmly grounded in social work values of respecting the inherent dignity and worth of a person, promoting social justice and challenging oppressive systems with the goal to decolonize mental health. I passionately lead with a trauma-informed approach, honouring each person who invites me to walk alongside their journey of healing. Working with me, you can expect to experience my sense of humour, warmth, gentle-challenging, and honesty.
It is my pleasure to assist clients in connecting with their innate capacity to heal, supporting them to know their inner self and to trust themselves. I have extensive experience assisting a diverse range of clients with symptoms of ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Stress, and Relationship Conflict to achieve their goals, develop new skills, regain emotional balance, and increase their sense of well-being. Clients can expect to feel deeply understood and validated while being gently invited to identify distressing thoughts, feelings, and behaviour patterns that interfere with their ability to live their best life.
It is my pleasure to assist clients in connecting with their innate capacity to heal, supporting them to know their inner self and to trust themselves. I have extensive experience assisting a diverse range of clients with symptoms of ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Stress, and Relationship Conflict to achieve their goals, develop new skills, regain emotional balance, and increase their sense of well-being. Clients can expect to feel deeply understood and validated while being gently invited to identify distressing thoughts, feelings, and behaviour patterns that interfere with their ability to live their best life.
Solstice Moon Counselling and Art Therapy
Counsellor, MC, RCC, CCC, RCAT, DVATI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Comox, BC V9M
Hello, my focus is towards supporting people who are seeking change in their lives. This may be those navigating career transitions, burnout, compassion fatigue, occupational trauma; or those experiencing grief and loss, complex trauma, depression or anxiety. Perhaps you seek support navigating the very complex realm of peri-menopause, menopause or post-menopause. I honour each person's unique story and the courage it takes to begin the journey towards change. Together, we will explore your experiences, uncover your strengths, and navigate the path travelling towards your definition of a more fulfilling, peace filled life.
Hello, my focus is towards supporting people who are seeking change in their lives. This may be those navigating career transitions, burnout, compassion fatigue, occupational trauma; or those experiencing grief and loss, complex trauma, depression or anxiety. Perhaps you seek support navigating the very complex realm of peri-menopause, menopause or post-menopause. I honour each person's unique story and the courage it takes to begin the journey towards change. Together, we will explore your experiences, uncover your strengths, and navigate the path travelling towards your definition of a more fulfilling, peace filled life.
A former educator and mother of two I specialize in child and adolescent, post-partum and emotionally focused family counselling. With a focus on deep underlying emotions and the inner voice, I use talk, somatic exercises, mindfulness and art to help my clients heal through developing self-understanding, self-awareness and self-acceptance.
A former educator and mother of two I specialize in child and adolescent, post-partum and emotionally focused family counselling. With a focus on deep underlying emotions and the inner voice, I use talk, somatic exercises, mindfulness and art to help my clients heal through developing self-understanding, self-awareness and self-acceptance.
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Tanya Helle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW , RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Courtenay, BC V9N
My name is Tanya, and I would be honoured to be part of your journey towards greater wholeness, healing and connection. I completed my Master’s Degree in Social Work at the University of British Columbia and have over 11 years of clinical experience across a variety of settings including community mental health counselling, outreach based social work, as well as working with LGBTQI+ communities. I am passionate about mental health and my goal as a counsellor is to help you learn to see yourself as you truly are; a person who is deeply worthy of love, belonging and joy.
My name is Tanya, and I would be honoured to be part of your journey towards greater wholeness, healing and connection. I completed my Master’s Degree in Social Work at the University of British Columbia and have over 11 years of clinical experience across a variety of settings including community mental health counselling, outreach based social work, as well as working with LGBTQI+ communities. I am passionate about mental health and my goal as a counsellor is to help you learn to see yourself as you truly are; a person who is deeply worthy of love, belonging and joy.
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How effective is treatment for insomnia?
The most effective treatments for insomnia are behavioral techniques that reduce anxiety, including anxiety about falling asleep, and allow the body’s natural cycles to be recalibrated. The most common treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which researchers have found to be more useful than medication, with rates of success as high as 80 percent.
Are there specific medications for sleep problems?
There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription that treat sleep problems. Supplements such as melatonin are popular and may help, though there is little evidence that it is more effective than a placebo. Prescription medications such as zolpidem are sometimes prescribed.
Are there natural treatments for sleep problems?
There are many natural treatments for everyday sleep problems. Reducing blue-light emitting screens, setting a regular bedtime, regular exercise, reducing caffeine and nicotine consumption, and keeping the bedroom dark and cool at night are all lifestyle changes that can help those who struggle with sleep but may not reach the level of an insomnia diagnosis.
What’s the difference between having trouble falling asleep and insomnia?
Life events, stress, and anxiety can lead to sleepless nights for everyone from time to time. To be diagnosed with insomnia, a patient must experience trouble falling asleep, trouble remaining asleep, waking up too early, or non-restorative sleep at least three nights per week for at least one month. Sleep problems affect one-third to one-half of the population, while chronic insomnia affects about 10 to 15 percent of people.