In Person Therapists in Langford, BC

I am a registered clinical counsellor and am registered with the Crime Victim Assistance Program. I use a trauma informed approach in counselling, while also implementing person centred, narrative, EMDR and emotionally focused techniques to treat a variety of client concerns. I value the client-counsellor relationship and make every effort to ensure I demonstrate congruency with the experiences of my clients. I strongly believe in the empowerment that comes from increasing personal voice.

My name is Cate (she/her) and I work as a Registered Counsellor & Social Worker with over 10 years experience. Congratulations on taking the first step towards therapy! 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 / Lekwungen territory. 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.

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.

Accepting new clients - 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 eating disorders (like anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating), food restriction, emotional eating, overexercising, body image, and self-esteem. I know the path to recovery can feel scary. And... what lies on the other side of recovery is worth it. In an effort to shrink ourselves, we also end up shrinking our lives. It's my hope throughout counselling you feel comfortable taking up space, so you can experience more of life.

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.

As a therapist, I believe in being authentically human, honoring where you are, and providing a safe space for you to feel seen, heard, and understood. I'm here to hold room for all of you. The messy bits are just as welcome as the put together parts.

I enjoy meeting my clients where they are at and developing a client directed approach with them. I primarily work with adults on issues such as healthy relationships, anxiety/stress management, and addictions intervention.

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 specialize in working with adults and teenagers experiencing depression and anxiety. I also work with people experiencing trauma, spiritual crisis, relationship issues, loneliness, problems due to medication, and stress in many forms. A block of time in my practice is kept open daily for those in crisis, who cannot find adequate support through the public system. I also work with couples wishing to heal relational concerns, and those with an inclination towards spiritual practice/life. I am LGBTQ2S+ friendly and welcome people from all faith backgrounds and walks of life. Sessions are available in-person, by email, and via video.

Are you looking for ways to increase your relationship satisfaction? My speciality is relationship counselling and coaching. I am trained as a Family Mediator, a Counsellor and a Coach. I work with people to assist them to enhance their relationship skills in order to create more satisfying relationships with both themselves and others. I offer Couples Counselling, Discernment Counselling, and Individual Counselling.

We are human and challenges arise for each of us. Counselling can be a means of support a way to heal from past experiences and to plan for the future. There are many reasons people access counselling. The most common reasons are: depression or anxiety, relationship issues, social isolation, body issues, motivation, parenting, substance use, a traumatic experience, academic challenges, an inability to identify feeling, and needing to talk to an impartial person. The list is quite diverse and these are only the most common reasons. I am here to work alongside you and draw from my professional experiences and training to bring more balance, joy, and health into your life.

I am a registered clinical counsellor with the BCACC. I specialize in counselling men in Victoria, B.C. Anxiety and Depression can drag many people down and paralyze them under the weight of sadness and worry. I work with you to find a leverage point from which you might release the pressure enough to gain perspective and move toward a better way of living. I am trained in Narrative Therapy, CBT, DBT, and Trauma therapy. It takes a lot of courage to begin counselling and I consider it a privilege to meet with clients when they recognize that it is time to talk about the struggles that they are experiencing.

Welcome to The Budding Elm: Counselling & Consultation Services. As a collaborative team of passionate clinicians dedicated to supporting families, adults and youth, we invite you to join us in partnership as we partner together to strengthen client resilience, relationships and mental health. The Budding Elm offers individual, family and group counselling while our consultation services include clinical-focused programs for family, schools, and local organizations. An outline of our targeted services include: Child Therapy • Teen Therapy • Adult Therapy • Family Therapy & Parent Support • Group & Couples Therapy

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.

I work with individuals who are seeking long-term depth psychotherapy. I support deep inquiry and on-going discovery of who you are, whether the draw is to access more of your creative potential, or to shift long-standing patterns that no longer serve you. It is not about perfection, but rather wholeness, which includes all parts of the Self; it is about living a full life, not a perfect life. I work with severe childhood trauma, personality disorders, dissociation, self-harm, eating disorders, suicidal ideation, and spiritual awakening. I also work with clients who are on a dedicated spiritual path.

I offer virtual and in-person therapy for a specific range of individual and couple needs. This includes affair recovery, healthy boundaries, better communication, reconnection, break up recovery, separation and divorce, addictions, ADHD and anxiety. My approach includes new ways of communicating to get past marital blocks and restore intimacy. With individuals, I offer Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, a new way of putting your challenges in context and skills for handling painful feelings and thoughts so you can be happier and more successful in any area of life. Also DSM-5 diagnosis for a mental health condition if needed.

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.

If you are reading this, you may be looking for change. To heal, to find new passions, to unlock blocked potential. I am here to help you along this journey to self-improvement. Life doesn't always go according to plan and sometimes we need support in getting through the ups and downs. Together we can explore ways to tap into your best self, let go of behaviours that are holding you back, and tap into emotions that can reveal who you truly are and what you need in order to thrive. It is never too late. We will work as a team to build emotional awareness and develop new brain pathways that will lead to a brighter future.