Grief Therapists in Nanaimo, BC
You’re a new parent whose relationship before kids is a distant memory. You don’t know how the happy vision of starting a family together turned into arguing about packing diaper bags and lunches and silent evenings on opposite sides of the couch. You don’t have energy to go on a date let alone take care of yourself. In fact, I bet you’re reading this profile during the few moments that your tiny humans are asleep.You’re exhausted, and you don’t know how you will find time to dedicate towards therapy, but you know something has to change. If it doesn’t, you’re worried about the consequences for your relationship or your children.
You’re a new parent whose relationship before kids is a distant memory. You don’t know how the happy vision of starting a family together turned into arguing about packing diaper bags and lunches and silent evenings on opposite sides of the couch. You don’t have energy to go on a date let alone take care of yourself. In fact, I bet you’re reading this profile during the few moments that your tiny humans are asleep.You’re exhausted, and you don’t know how you will find time to dedicate towards therapy, but you know something has to change. If it doesn’t, you’re worried about the consequences for your relationship or your children.
Are you feeling confused about how to show up as a man in today's world? Are you grappling with questions of identity and self-worth? Do you experience challenges in intimate relationships, parenting, or your work life? You're not alone. I provide a safe space to explore these challenges, seek clarity, and find practical strategies and tools so you can reconnect with who you truly are – the man we all want and need in this world.
Are you feeling confused about how to show up as a man in today's world? Are you grappling with questions of identity and self-worth? Do you experience challenges in intimate relationships, parenting, or your work life? You're not alone. I provide a safe space to explore these challenges, seek clarity, and find practical strategies and tools so you can reconnect with who you truly are – the man we all want and need in this world.
How often do you compare yourself to others? There is so much pressure that we need to be more—more successful, more attractive, more everything. This constant pressure often leads to a sense of inadequacy. But here is the thing, babies don’t compare themselves to others; they are simply confident in their worth. So what changes as we grow? This is where therapy can be a powerful tool. It offers an opportunity to explore the roots of the ingrained beliefs and the impact of familial and societal patterns. While developing a stronger sense of self-worth therapy empowers us to affirm we are more than enough—just as we are.
How often do you compare yourself to others? There is so much pressure that we need to be more—more successful, more attractive, more everything. This constant pressure often leads to a sense of inadequacy. But here is the thing, babies don’t compare themselves to others; they are simply confident in their worth. So what changes as we grow? This is where therapy can be a powerful tool. It offers an opportunity to explore the roots of the ingrained beliefs and the impact of familial and societal patterns. While developing a stronger sense of self-worth therapy empowers us to affirm we are more than enough—just as we are.
Tanglewood Counselling Services
Counsellor, MACP, BSW, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nanaimo, BC V9R
If you are feeling overwhelmed with the stress of anxiety, overthinking, workplace burnout, lack of confidence, life transitions, relationship conflict, family dysfunction, etc., get in touch and we can make a care plan to match your specific needs. Talk therapy can help you untangle your thoughts and clear your mind. You can also receive feedback and talk out options and possible solutions to your problems with someone who does not have a personal stake in your choices. I am here for you so we will focus on what is important to you. You might decide to incorporate some new tools and practices to make positive changes going forward.
If you are feeling overwhelmed with the stress of anxiety, overthinking, workplace burnout, lack of confidence, life transitions, relationship conflict, family dysfunction, etc., get in touch and we can make a care plan to match your specific needs. Talk therapy can help you untangle your thoughts and clear your mind. You can also receive feedback and talk out options and possible solutions to your problems with someone who does not have a personal stake in your choices. I am here for you so we will focus on what is important to you. You might decide to incorporate some new tools and practices to make positive changes going forward.
My ideal client has often dug themselves into a hole into which they can not get out of on their own. The issues will be related to a difficult relationship of some description, partner, family, community, finance, environment, financial, and certainly themselves. It is likely that their goals are uncertain and that they feel lost. Very often, my ideal client does not know what they want, but can with certainty say what they don't want.
My ideal client has often dug themselves into a hole into which they can not get out of on their own. The issues will be related to a difficult relationship of some description, partner, family, community, finance, environment, financial, and certainly themselves. It is likely that their goals are uncertain and that they feel lost. Very often, my ideal client does not know what they want, but can with certainty say what they don't want.
Laurie Larkin-Boyle is a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Certified Art Therapist. As a former teacher, she has 20 years experience working with children and youth. Laurie offers individual counselling for children and youth as well as art therapy and mindfulness-based approaches. Her therapeutic approach is client-centered and tailored to the individual needs of each client.
Laurie Larkin-Boyle is a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Certified Art Therapist. As a former teacher, she has 20 years experience working with children and youth. Laurie offers individual counselling for children and youth as well as art therapy and mindfulness-based approaches. Her therapeutic approach is client-centered and tailored to the individual needs of each client.
Welcome! We all love what we do and are here to help you find health, balance and peace. Vancouver Island Therapy is a full service, multi—disciplinary health clinic focused on providing multiple healing services to help you and your family. Located in Nanaimo, BC, we service many communities including; Port Alberni, Qualicum, Parksville, Nanaimo, Ladysmith, Duncan to Victoria. Diverse, professional and experienced, our practitioners bring a broad range of experience into their practice with clients. We are here to help emotionally, mentally, physically and spiritually. Each of us has decades of experience, a unique approach
Welcome! We all love what we do and are here to help you find health, balance and peace. Vancouver Island Therapy is a full service, multi—disciplinary health clinic focused on providing multiple healing services to help you and your family. Located in Nanaimo, BC, we service many communities including; Port Alberni, Qualicum, Parksville, Nanaimo, Ladysmith, Duncan to Victoria. Diverse, professional and experienced, our practitioners bring a broad range of experience into their practice with clients. We are here to help emotionally, mentally, physically and spiritually. Each of us has decades of experience, a unique approach
Michelle Gilligan
Licensed Professional Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Nanaimo, BC V9R
It is part of being human to at times feel stressed, stuck, overwhelmed, or discouraged - wanting some kind of change but finding that things stay the same in spite of our efforts. There are understandable reasons for this. We have a human mind that tries to keep us safe but can limit us to seeing things in the same old ways. We inhabit a human body with a complex nervous system. We live in relationship with other people and have developed patterns of relating. We may have had difficult experiences that have put us into a “protective mode”. And with support, we have great capacity for healing and growth.
It is part of being human to at times feel stressed, stuck, overwhelmed, or discouraged - wanting some kind of change but finding that things stay the same in spite of our efforts. There are understandable reasons for this. We have a human mind that tries to keep us safe but can limit us to seeing things in the same old ways. We inhabit a human body with a complex nervous system. We live in relationship with other people and have developed patterns of relating. We may have had difficult experiences that have put us into a “protective mode”. And with support, we have great capacity for healing and growth.
Many clients I work with feel burnt out, overwhelmed, and stressed. They can be self-critical, struggling in their relationships, and may have a history of trauma. If this feels like you, you're in the right place. I provide a safe, supportive, and compassionate space for you to unpack life’s challenges and integrate new strategies and ways of coping. I offer individual counselling for adults using an integrative and holistic approach to wellness. I draw upon my education and trainings which include EMDR, Emotion Focused Therapy, mindfulness, and yoga. Together, we will take a collaborative approach to attend to your unique needs.
Many clients I work with feel burnt out, overwhelmed, and stressed. They can be self-critical, struggling in their relationships, and may have a history of trauma. If this feels like you, you're in the right place. I provide a safe, supportive, and compassionate space for you to unpack life’s challenges and integrate new strategies and ways of coping. I offer individual counselling for adults using an integrative and holistic approach to wellness. I draw upon my education and trainings which include EMDR, Emotion Focused Therapy, mindfulness, and yoga. Together, we will take a collaborative approach to attend to your unique needs.
Are you struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety or trauma? I can help you navigate through these areas and come out the other side as a stronger you. As your therapist, I can assist you in overcoming these issues and get you living a happier and more fulfilling life. If you are ready to begin: book your free consultation today!
Are you struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety or trauma? I can help you navigate through these areas and come out the other side as a stronger you. As your therapist, I can assist you in overcoming these issues and get you living a happier and more fulfilling life. If you are ready to begin: book your free consultation today!
Quarress Addiction Services
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, CSAT-S, CCAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nanaimo, BC V9T
Do you struggle with Compulsive Sexual Behaviors or Betrayal Trauma associated with your partners Sex, Porn and/or Love Addiction? If you can relate to any of these struggles that have created anxiety and stress in your life, let me help. Allow me to come along side you and support, guide, heal and offer accountability.
Do you struggle with Compulsive Sexual Behaviors or Betrayal Trauma associated with your partners Sex, Porn and/or Love Addiction? If you can relate to any of these struggles that have created anxiety and stress in your life, let me help. Allow me to come along side you and support, guide, heal and offer accountability.
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Strength Counselling Services
Counsellor, MEd, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Nanaimo, BC V9R (Online Only)
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
Understanding the need for change is a big first step. Then getting the energy and nerve to find a therapist and make that first appointment can seem insurmountable. Congratulations on making it this far! Issues with emotional regulation, interpersonal communication/skills, and problematic substance use can derail our best attempts at a satisfying life. Using an individualized and integrated approach of DBT and Talk Therapy with the cheer of Solution Focused, we can work together to understand how your biology, environment and psychology can be readapted to help reach your goals. There will be infographics and worksheets! (Yay?)
Understanding the need for change is a big first step. Then getting the energy and nerve to find a therapist and make that first appointment can seem insurmountable. Congratulations on making it this far! Issues with emotional regulation, interpersonal communication/skills, and problematic substance use can derail our best attempts at a satisfying life. Using an individualized and integrated approach of DBT and Talk Therapy with the cheer of Solution Focused, we can work together to understand how your biology, environment and psychology can be readapted to help reach your goals. There will be infographics and worksheets! (Yay?)
As a therapist, my goal is to cultivate a welcoming and supportive environment where you feel heard and valued. I understand that you are the expert of your own story, and I feel privileged to work with each client in such a meaningful capacity.
As a therapist, my goal is to cultivate a welcoming and supportive environment where you feel heard and valued. I understand that you are the expert of your own story, and I feel privileged to work with each client in such a meaningful capacity.
Ryan Boyer with Sacred Owl Integrative Counselling
Counsellor, MEd, PATGC, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nanaimo, BC V9T
Walking through life feeling a sense that there must be something more. Tired of feeling lost with no outlet in sight. You have been carrying a heavy load for a long time and want to find peace and acceptance. You feel called to step into who you truly are and break through the shackles of your struggling. I can help you to find your inner peace and heal through old wounds. Let us walk together toward your inner peace; healing what needs to be. Through some special methods like compassionate connection and truly seeing who you are, healing will happen...goals will be achieved...and oh yes that inner peace!
Walking through life feeling a sense that there must be something more. Tired of feeling lost with no outlet in sight. You have been carrying a heavy load for a long time and want to find peace and acceptance. You feel called to step into who you truly are and break through the shackles of your struggling. I can help you to find your inner peace and heal through old wounds. Let us walk together toward your inner peace; healing what needs to be. Through some special methods like compassionate connection and truly seeing who you are, healing will happen...goals will be achieved...and oh yes that inner peace!
My goal as a counselor is to create a safe environment and a trusting relationship so that you the client can explore and be curious about yourself even at those times when it is painful. When we grow we are going to be out of our comfort zone but when we feel safe and trusting we are more than capable to do the work to create a more fulfilling life. I use inner child work as the foundation for the work we do together.Instagram page: innerchildworkwithmia
My goal as a counselor is to create a safe environment and a trusting relationship so that you the client can explore and be curious about yourself even at those times when it is painful. When we grow we are going to be out of our comfort zone but when we feel safe and trusting we are more than capable to do the work to create a more fulfilling life. I use inner child work as the foundation for the work we do together.Instagram page: innerchildworkwithmia
If you're seeking personal growth, healing, or simply greater self-awareness, counseling may be a valuable tool for you. My approach to counseling is grounded in compassion and deep respect for my clients' unique experiences and perspectives. I am committed to building on their strengths and fostering resilience and positive change in their lives. I aim to create a safe space for you to explore your thoughts and emotions, while developing coping skills and insights that can be applied to your daily life. I can also offer support through art and creative processes to help you better understand and express your experiences.
If you're seeking personal growth, healing, or simply greater self-awareness, counseling may be a valuable tool for you. My approach to counseling is grounded in compassion and deep respect for my clients' unique experiences and perspectives. I am committed to building on their strengths and fostering resilience and positive change in their lives. I aim to create a safe space for you to explore your thoughts and emotions, while developing coping skills and insights that can be applied to your daily life. I can also offer support through art and creative processes to help you better understand and express your experiences.
Thinking of going for counselling can be a frightening thought. If you are at this stage you probably feel like your life could be better, your quality of interactions with other people could improve; you want more out of the life you have or are at your wits end in regards to some aspect of your life. Whatever the circumstance my goal is to meet you where you are at and to work together to work towards healing or a better quality of life.
Thinking of going for counselling can be a frightening thought. If you are at this stage you probably feel like your life could be better, your quality of interactions with other people could improve; you want more out of the life you have or are at your wits end in regards to some aspect of your life. Whatever the circumstance my goal is to meet you where you are at and to work together to work towards healing or a better quality of life.
Growth is an innate part of the human experience, but sometimes we get stuck and that’s where counselling can help. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, symptoms of trauma, self-identity, relationship issues, substance-use, or other challenges, we can co-create sessions that focus on your personal goals. I see it as my job to help create a safe and supportive space where clients can reconnect with their inner needs. Core elements in my practice include consent, agency, and respect. While I continue to evolve my training and practice, you are the expert in your life and we tailor sessions to fit your needs.
Growth is an innate part of the human experience, but sometimes we get stuck and that’s where counselling can help. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, symptoms of trauma, self-identity, relationship issues, substance-use, or other challenges, we can co-create sessions that focus on your personal goals. I see it as my job to help create a safe and supportive space where clients can reconnect with their inner needs. Core elements in my practice include consent, agency, and respect. While I continue to evolve my training and practice, you are the expert in your life and we tailor sessions to fit your needs.
Hello! I'm Sian Trombley, a certified clinical counsellor and certified elementary teacher. with over twenty years of experience in various roles including school counsellor, administrator, and educational consultant. I am also the founder of www.thrivefamilycourses.com, a company dedicated to offering innovative online courses designed to help families thrive. As a teacher, I leverage my extensive background in education and counselling to enrich my work as a therapist and to develop the courses I offer at Thrive Family Co. My process-based approach to therapy is distinctly creative and personalized.
Hello! I'm Sian Trombley, a certified clinical counsellor and certified elementary teacher. with over twenty years of experience in various roles including school counsellor, administrator, and educational consultant. I am also the founder of www.thrivefamilycourses.com, a company dedicated to offering innovative online courses designed to help families thrive. As a teacher, I leverage my extensive background in education and counselling to enrich my work as a therapist and to develop the courses I offer at Thrive Family Co. My process-based approach to therapy is distinctly creative and personalized.
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