Attachment-based Therapists in Langford, BC
The counselling modalities worked with include Internal Family Systems, Somatic Mindfulness and Attachment-based therapy, from a Polyvagal informed lens.
Welcome, Bonjour. I’m Danièle (elle/she/her). I am passionate about mindfulness, the nervous system and learning to access our inner resources when faced with uncertainty and life's many challenges. In turning towards their felt experiences, I've witnesses clients learn to trust their bodies and themselves, making them more open and available in relationships and in life. My areas of focus include anxiety and trauma healing, perinatal mental health and life transitions.
The counselling modalities worked with include Internal Family Systems, Somatic Mindfulness and Attachment-based therapy, from a Polyvagal informed lens.
Welcome, Bonjour. I’m Danièle (elle/she/her). I am passionate about mindfulness, the nervous system and learning to access our inner resources when faced with uncertainty and life's many challenges. In turning towards their felt experiences, I've witnesses clients learn to trust their bodies and themselves, making them more open and available in relationships and in life. My areas of focus include anxiety and trauma healing, perinatal mental health and life transitions.
My aim is to provide a trusting, nonjudgmental space in which you feel comfortable sharing your story. While there is innate wisdom within all of us, our ability to see the way forward can become clouded when we become overwhelmed. A deep exploration of one’s internal experience can be freeing, and provide valuable insight into (often unconscious) patterns of relating to the self and others. We will work collaboratively from an attachment-based, client-centred orientation. Drawing connections between your past experiences and your present situation will help us identify how best to meet your future goals.
My aim is to provide a trusting, nonjudgmental space in which you feel comfortable sharing your story. While there is innate wisdom within all of us, our ability to see the way forward can become clouded when we become overwhelmed. A deep exploration of one’s internal experience can be freeing, and provide valuable insight into (often unconscious) patterns of relating to the self and others. We will work collaboratively from an attachment-based, client-centred orientation. Drawing connections between your past experiences and your present situation will help us identify how best to meet your future goals.
Cate Nash | Steady And Wild Counselling
Counsellor, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Langford, BC V9B
I work as a Registered Counsellor & Social Worker with over 10 years experience. I offer virtual, outdoor & surf therapy to individuals aged 12+ in Ontario and BC. I'm a settler, originally from Scarborough, and I'm currently living on Vancouver Island (Coast Salish and Nuu-chah-nulth territories). I often work with people experiencing: depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, life transitions, work stress, grief, trauma, & more! I'm particularly passionate about helping people reconnect with nature, and manage trauma. More info: www.steadyandwildcounselling.ca
I work as a Registered Counsellor & Social Worker with over 10 years experience. I offer virtual, outdoor & surf therapy to individuals aged 12+ in Ontario and BC. I'm a settler, originally from Scarborough, and I'm currently living on Vancouver Island (Coast Salish and Nuu-chah-nulth territories). I often work with people experiencing: depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, life transitions, work stress, grief, trauma, & more! I'm particularly passionate about helping people reconnect with nature, and manage trauma. More info: www.steadyandwildcounselling.ca
Leonard Cohen wrote ‘Everything that is beautiful is cracked - that’s how the light gets in’. I believe his words capture how our past hurt, disappointment, worry, loss, anger and fear become our very tools of learning. Our trying times help us to become a little more humble and compassionate. Counselling offers a safe environment in which to express your thoughts and feelings without judgment. Releasing pain, regrets, resentments; offering a fresh start, a chance to unlearn and relearn from experiences when you thought that all hope was lost. In fact, many who wander are not lost, they are merely searching for a different path.
Leonard Cohen wrote ‘Everything that is beautiful is cracked - that’s how the light gets in’. I believe his words capture how our past hurt, disappointment, worry, loss, anger and fear become our very tools of learning. Our trying times help us to become a little more humble and compassionate. Counselling offers a safe environment in which to express your thoughts and feelings without judgment. Releasing pain, regrets, resentments; offering a fresh start, a chance to unlearn and relearn from experiences when you thought that all hope was lost. In fact, many who wander are not lost, they are merely searching for a different path.
Are you walking through life with a feeling that something's not quite right, or that your life doesn't look the way you want it? Are you noticing that you don't live up to your full potential, and your dreams and desires are on hold for some reason? Life can often present us with challenges and uncertainties that leave us feeling lost and disconnected from our true selves. If you find yourself at a crossroads, longing for more, but unsure of how to break free from what's holding you back, you're not alone. I'm someone who has personally walked the path of healing and transformation.
Are you walking through life with a feeling that something's not quite right, or that your life doesn't look the way you want it? Are you noticing that you don't live up to your full potential, and your dreams and desires are on hold for some reason? Life can often present us with challenges and uncertainties that leave us feeling lost and disconnected from our true selves. If you find yourself at a crossroads, longing for more, but unsure of how to break free from what's holding you back, you're not alone. I'm someone who has personally walked the path of healing and transformation.
I have been practicing in the non-profit counselling field since 2005. Over this time I have supported children and youth, families, individual adults, and groups in areas including parenting and attachment, family conflict, domestic violence, trauma, mental health and addictions. I offer private practice counselling in Langford, BC, in which I provide individual (10 yrs +), parenting, and family counselling. I am a registered member of the Canadian College of Professional Counsellors and Psychotherapists (CCPCP) and have completed the 3-year Professional Somatic Experiencing Training through the SE Trauma Institiute.
I have been practicing in the non-profit counselling field since 2005. Over this time I have supported children and youth, families, individual adults, and groups in areas including parenting and attachment, family conflict, domestic violence, trauma, mental health and addictions. I offer private practice counselling in Langford, BC, in which I provide individual (10 yrs +), parenting, and family counselling. I am a registered member of the Canadian College of Professional Counsellors and Psychotherapists (CCPCP) and have completed the 3-year Professional Somatic Experiencing Training through the SE Trauma Institiute.
Therapy For Women And Motherhood | Pregnancy | Postpartum | Parenting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, CC-PMH
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Langford, BC V9B (Online Only)
If you're finding motherhood more challenging than you expected, you're not alone. Many women experience a wide range of emotions and struggles during their journey into and through motherhood. You might be feeling overwhelmed with worry during fertility treatments or pregnancy, coping with pregnancy or infant loss, or processing a difficult birth experience or NICU stay. You may also be struggling to reconnect with yourself in the postpartum period, noticing changes in your relationship since becoming a parent, or feeling burnt out from the many demands of motherhood. Remember, support is available and healing is possible.
If you're finding motherhood more challenging than you expected, you're not alone. Many women experience a wide range of emotions and struggles during their journey into and through motherhood. You might be feeling overwhelmed with worry during fertility treatments or pregnancy, coping with pregnancy or infant loss, or processing a difficult birth experience or NICU stay. You may also be struggling to reconnect with yourself in the postpartum period, noticing changes in your relationship since becoming a parent, or feeling burnt out from the many demands of motherhood. Remember, support is available and healing is possible.
Crystal Daigneault
Counsellor, MC, RCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Langford, BC V9B
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Life's challenges can feel overwhelming, and seeking support is a courageous first step. As a counselor, I'm here to hold space and compassionately walk alongside you on your unique journey. With a personalized approach, we'll navigate through your struggles, creating a plan to work towards your healing and growth. I believe in the power of connection and will work collaboratively to create a safe and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship. Us humans are not designed to face hardships alone, so no matter what you're battling, let's embark on a path towards empowerment and positive change as a team.
Life's challenges can feel overwhelming, and seeking support is a courageous first step. As a counselor, I'm here to hold space and compassionately walk alongside you on your unique journey. With a personalized approach, we'll navigate through your struggles, creating a plan to work towards your healing and growth. I believe in the power of connection and will work collaboratively to create a safe and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship. Us humans are not designed to face hardships alone, so no matter what you're battling, let's embark on a path towards empowerment and positive change as a team.
Does your appearance or relationship with food consumes your day to day? Do you often worry what others think of you? Or rarely feel like enough? I support clients who struggle with body image, anxiety, and self-esteem. I know it can feel impossible to not care about what others think. And... what lies on the other side of is true peace and freedom. In an effort to be who we think others want us to be, we end up shrinking ourselves and our lives get smaller as a result. It's my hope throughout counselling you learn to feel comfortable taking up space, regulate your emotions and anxiety, and experience more of life.
Does your appearance or relationship with food consumes your day to day? Do you often worry what others think of you? Or rarely feel like enough? I support clients who struggle with body image, anxiety, and self-esteem. I know it can feel impossible to not care about what others think. And... what lies on the other side of is true peace and freedom. In an effort to be who we think others want us to be, we end up shrinking ourselves and our lives get smaller as a result. It's my hope throughout counselling you learn to feel comfortable taking up space, regulate your emotions and anxiety, and experience more of life.
I believe in the independence and integrity of all my clients. When healing from trauma, we can only relax and learn when we feel safe. Safety is established when we believe that we can be seen and understood without judgement - as your therapist, I will stay with you as you tell your story and help you develop skills to feel safe and regulated. In addition to my Master's degree in Counselling Psychology, I bring 10+ years of experience in the non-profit sector, working with survivors of trauma, interpersonal violence and child abuse. When we work together, I will always be consistent, calm and gentle.
I believe in the independence and integrity of all my clients. When healing from trauma, we can only relax and learn when we feel safe. Safety is established when we believe that we can be seen and understood without judgement - as your therapist, I will stay with you as you tell your story and help you develop skills to feel safe and regulated. In addition to my Master's degree in Counselling Psychology, I bring 10+ years of experience in the non-profit sector, working with survivors of trauma, interpersonal violence and child abuse. When we work together, I will always be consistent, calm and gentle.
Monika Brandstaetter
Licensed Professional Counsellor, PhD, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Langford, BC V9B
In my practice, I work with adults struggling with various issues from anxiety, depression and eating issues, to trauma, grief and relationship difficulties. We all have our own history of experiences, and we tend to react in specific ways under stress. While our response was likely our best option in the past, it may not be adaptive now. I can help you resolve past traumas, learn to accept what is, and move forward from there - developing ways to a fuller and more satisfying life.
In my practice, I work with adults struggling with various issues from anxiety, depression and eating issues, to trauma, grief and relationship difficulties. We all have our own history of experiences, and we tend to react in specific ways under stress. While our response was likely our best option in the past, it may not be adaptive now. I can help you resolve past traumas, learn to accept what is, and move forward from there - developing ways to a fuller and more satisfying life.
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I can help. Counselling can help you feel more effective, give you insight, help you meet challenges and live more richly, improve your relationships, and give you self-confidence. I help many clients with challenges ranging from depression, anxiety and stress, relationship concerns, boundaries, communication, anger, self-esteem, obesity and eating concerns, perfectionism, life transitions, grief, abortion grief, internet addictions, intimacy concerns, prenatal loss, healthcare concerns, and creativity. My clients say I am warm, funny, thoughtful, and effective. Counselling is confidential.
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I offer a safe space to show up exactly as you are and support you in who you want to become. Specializing in pregnancy and postpartum counselling, I help untangle and understand anxieties, depression and difficulties with the adjustment to parenthood. Shifting from a place of fear or confusion to a place of truth and understanding, you are left feeling more resourced and empowered in this important life transition.
I offer a safe space to show up exactly as you are and support you in who you want to become. Specializing in pregnancy and postpartum counselling, I help untangle and understand anxieties, depression and difficulties with the adjustment to parenthood. Shifting from a place of fear or confusion to a place of truth and understanding, you are left feeling more resourced and empowered in this important life transition.
We have been serving individuals, couples and families with compassion and care for over 10 years at Heartwood Family Wellness. Our clinicians have established a strong reputation in the community doing exceptional work with adults, children, youth, parents, couples, and families. We help people of all ages and life stages with anxiety, depression, life transitions, divorce, self-esteem, self-worth, family transitions, parenting skills, grief and loss, and neurodiversity.
We have been serving individuals, couples and families with compassion and care for over 10 years at Heartwood Family Wellness. Our clinicians have established a strong reputation in the community doing exceptional work with adults, children, youth, parents, couples, and families. We help people of all ages and life stages with anxiety, depression, life transitions, divorce, self-esteem, self-worth, family transitions, parenting skills, grief and loss, and neurodiversity.
You Matter Counselling Services Victoria, BC
MA, CCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Langford, BC V9B (Online Only)
As a high achiever, you know how to strive, succeed, and excel. But sometimes, even the most successful individuals face internal roadblocks that limit their progress. Hidden trauma—unresolved experiences from the past—can quietly disrupt your career, relationships, and overall well-being. At our clinic, we specialize in helping high achievers like you identify and heal from the unseen emotional burdens that may be holding you back. Whether it's childhood experiences, perfectionism, or unresolved stress, we offer a safe, confidential space to explore, process, and overcome these challenges.
As a high achiever, you know how to strive, succeed, and excel. But sometimes, even the most successful individuals face internal roadblocks that limit their progress. Hidden trauma—unresolved experiences from the past—can quietly disrupt your career, relationships, and overall well-being. At our clinic, we specialize in helping high achievers like you identify and heal from the unseen emotional burdens that may be holding you back. Whether it's childhood experiences, perfectionism, or unresolved stress, we offer a safe, confidential space to explore, process, and overcome these challenges.
I am a Registered Professional Counsellor, with the Canadian Professional Counsellors Association. I bring 14 years + of experience in the field of mental health. Through the lens of compassion & unconditional positive regard I support individuals to uncover old coping strategies, reveal core beliefs, release trauma/ suppressed emotions that hold one back from stepping into truth, finding joy, fulfillment and clarity. Also creating a deep connection to self, allowing for a deeper connection in all relationships. Our intimate relationships are where we have the opportunity to be witnessed, accepted, loved, & love in return.
I am a Registered Professional Counsellor, with the Canadian Professional Counsellors Association. I bring 14 years + of experience in the field of mental health. Through the lens of compassion & unconditional positive regard I support individuals to uncover old coping strategies, reveal core beliefs, release trauma/ suppressed emotions that hold one back from stepping into truth, finding joy, fulfillment and clarity. Also creating a deep connection to self, allowing for a deeper connection in all relationships. Our intimate relationships are where we have the opportunity to be witnessed, accepted, loved, & love in return.
It is meaningful to me to create intentional and impactful relationships in my work and in my life. My art therapy training has offered me the ability to practice an integrated form of therapy, in which I draw from many models of therapy and many understandings of life. Art Therapy is an effective therapy for all types of people looking for pathways to mental health and wellness. There is no level of artistic experience that is necessary for art therapy - creativity is imbedded within all of us and is an invaluable tool in self-exploration and healing.
It is meaningful to me to create intentional and impactful relationships in my work and in my life. My art therapy training has offered me the ability to practice an integrated form of therapy, in which I draw from many models of therapy and many understandings of life. Art Therapy is an effective therapy for all types of people looking for pathways to mental health and wellness. There is no level of artistic experience that is necessary for art therapy - creativity is imbedded within all of us and is an invaluable tool in self-exploration and healing.
Sarah Kathleen Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RSW, CHT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Langford, BC V9B
It's understandable to feel overwhelmed by the state of the world, or find yourself struggling to make sense of your experiences as we navigate the complexities of this time. Perhaps you feel exhausted and experiences things like chronic pain, digestive illness, ongoing fatigue or poor sleep. Maybe you find it difficult to to cope with a lingering sense of dread, feelings of anxiety, or the sharp pain of grief and loss. I know these experiences can make it difficult to stay connected to our values, and to find meaning amidst the constant demands on our attention and time.
It's understandable to feel overwhelmed by the state of the world, or find yourself struggling to make sense of your experiences as we navigate the complexities of this time. Perhaps you feel exhausted and experiences things like chronic pain, digestive illness, ongoing fatigue or poor sleep. Maybe you find it difficult to to cope with a lingering sense of dread, feelings of anxiety, or the sharp pain of grief and loss. I know these experiences can make it difficult to stay connected to our values, and to find meaning amidst the constant demands on our attention and time.
Navigating the struggles of life, and our emotional and mental well-being, can be an isolating experience. As a clinical counsellor, I offer a safe, respectful, and compassionate space to share your story. In our counselling sessions, we collaboratively explore the thoughts, emotions, and experiences that inform your perspective, and utilize your innate strengths to promote meaningful growth and healing. My background in rehabilitation informs this holistic perspective of connecting emotional, mental, and physical well-being, to foster greater self-compassion and understanding.
Navigating the struggles of life, and our emotional and mental well-being, can be an isolating experience. As a clinical counsellor, I offer a safe, respectful, and compassionate space to share your story. In our counselling sessions, we collaboratively explore the thoughts, emotions, and experiences that inform your perspective, and utilize your innate strengths to promote meaningful growth and healing. My background in rehabilitation informs this holistic perspective of connecting emotional, mental, and physical well-being, to foster greater self-compassion and understanding.
Life can be overwhelming, painful and isolating. These struggles may show up as constant anxiety, panic, chronic fatigue, loneliness, fearing the worst, dreading the days ahead, being critical of yourself, never feeling good enough and obsessive thinking. Often I support individuals experiencing repetitive issues and unhelpful patterns. These may show up in their relationship with themselves and others, at work, school or in their parenting. If you are a parent struggling to support your child, or If you are feeling stuck, limited, or are suffering alone - you are not alone and will likely benefit from some additional support.
Life can be overwhelming, painful and isolating. These struggles may show up as constant anxiety, panic, chronic fatigue, loneliness, fearing the worst, dreading the days ahead, being critical of yourself, never feeling good enough and obsessive thinking. Often I support individuals experiencing repetitive issues and unhelpful patterns. These may show up in their relationship with themselves and others, at work, school or in their parenting. If you are a parent struggling to support your child, or If you are feeling stuck, limited, or are suffering alone - you are not alone and will likely benefit from some additional support.
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Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.
What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.
How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.
Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.