Therapists in Nanaimo, BC
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.
Navigating life's challenges can be lonely, overwhelming, and exhausting. I seek to empower my clients along their path to growth and wellness through providing genuine, empathetic, caring, and skilled support. I work with a wide range of ages, from preschoolers to retirees. I offer individual counselling (youth and adults), play therapy, couples, and family therapy.
Navigating life's challenges can be lonely, overwhelming, and exhausting. I seek to empower my clients along their path to growth and wellness through providing genuine, empathetic, caring, and skilled support. I work with a wide range of ages, from preschoolers to retirees. I offer individual counselling (youth and adults), play therapy, couples, and family therapy.
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.
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.
I am passionate about supporting parents in pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. As a mother of little ones, I recognize parenthood's unique challenges and rewards as well as its toll on mental health. I want to support you through life's ups and downs as you navigate each new stage of parenting. I believe in a collaborative approach to therapy that focuses on your journey, values, strengths, and goals. I hope to foster self-care and self-compassion in parenthood. I strive to create safe and non-judgmental therapeutic relationships that understand you and your unique experiences.
I am passionate about supporting parents in pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. As a mother of little ones, I recognize parenthood's unique challenges and rewards as well as its toll on mental health. I want to support you through life's ups and downs as you navigate each new stage of parenting. I believe in a collaborative approach to therapy that focuses on your journey, values, strengths, and goals. I hope to foster self-care and self-compassion in parenthood. I strive to create safe and non-judgmental therapeutic relationships that understand you and your unique experiences.
Breaking Chains Counselling provides counselling, hypnotherapy, recovery coaching, continuing care and trauma therapy in Nanaimo, Vancouver Island and online. All counselling services are offered face to face or online through e-counselling anywhere in the world you have internet access.
Breaking Chains Counselling provides counselling, hypnotherapy, recovery coaching, continuing care and trauma therapy in Nanaimo, Vancouver Island and online. All counselling services are offered face to face or online through e-counselling anywhere in the world you have internet access.
Veronica Harris
Counsellor, MACP, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nanaimo, BC V9R
Not accepting new clients
In my practice I value the opportunity to work with individuals who are experiencing grief and loss, depression and anxiety, parenting and family challenges, and the impacts of trauma. As a clinical counsellor and a mother I offer support to women throughout motherhood, addressing concerns for postpartum depression and anxiety, transitioning to motherhood, intimate partner challenges, burnout, pregnancy and postpartum loss, and processing birth trauma. I work in collaboration with the client to explore the issues and to support their emotional wellbeing and personal growth.
In my practice I value the opportunity to work with individuals who are experiencing grief and loss, depression and anxiety, parenting and family challenges, and the impacts of trauma. As a clinical counsellor and a mother I offer support to women throughout motherhood, addressing concerns for postpartum depression and anxiety, transitioning to motherhood, intimate partner challenges, burnout, pregnancy and postpartum loss, and processing birth trauma. I work in collaboration with the client to explore the issues and to support their emotional wellbeing and personal growth.
Simplicity, gratitude, love and service are my guiding principles. I utilize the Satir Model (Virginia Satir et al) to help clients cultivate personal awareness, internal resources, change and healthy relationship with self and others. I promote and model balanced lifestyle including; contemplation, exercise, solitude, ceremony and connection. I have demonstrated passion and enthusiasm for helping people heal for over 35 years as a youth worker, addictions counsellor and social worker.
Simplicity, gratitude, love and service are my guiding principles. I utilize the Satir Model (Virginia Satir et al) to help clients cultivate personal awareness, internal resources, change and healthy relationship with self and others. I promote and model balanced lifestyle including; contemplation, exercise, solitude, ceremony and connection. I have demonstrated passion and enthusiasm for helping people heal for over 35 years as a youth worker, addictions counsellor and social worker.
Valerie Laura Kuilboer
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, MA, ICADC, CCAC, CCCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nanaimo, BC V9T
I have 30 years of work experience in the area of substance abuse and concurrent disorders, in various roles such as Director of Clinical Services at a Residential Treatment Center, an Inpatient and Outpatient Counselor. I have extensive clinical experience working with individuals, couples and families within an outpatient clinic setting, school based prevention program, harm reduction program and a withdrawal management program. I have presented addiction workshops within both a community and university setting for the public and professional sector.
I have 30 years of work experience in the area of substance abuse and concurrent disorders, in various roles such as Director of Clinical Services at a Residential Treatment Center, an Inpatient and Outpatient Counselor. I have extensive clinical experience working with individuals, couples and families within an outpatient clinic setting, school based prevention program, harm reduction program and a withdrawal management program. I have presented addiction workshops within both a community and university setting for the public and professional sector.
Life's challenges can be overwhelming, but you don't have to face them alone. I'm dedicated to guide you through your struggles with compassion and non-judgment. My mission is to create a safe and empathetic space where you can explore your concerns and heal the pains that have led to difficulty and dissatisfaction in your life. Whether you're grappling with anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, or navigating life transitions, I'm here to support you. Embarking on therapy can feel vulnerable, yet it can be liberating step towards healing. I prioritize building trust and rapport, so you can feel heard, valued and understood.
Life's challenges can be overwhelming, but you don't have to face them alone. I'm dedicated to guide you through your struggles with compassion and non-judgment. My mission is to create a safe and empathetic space where you can explore your concerns and heal the pains that have led to difficulty and dissatisfaction in your life. Whether you're grappling with anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, or navigating life transitions, I'm here to support you. Embarking on therapy can feel vulnerable, yet it can be liberating step towards healing. I prioritize building trust and rapport, so you can feel heard, valued and understood.
Hello, my name is Stephanie and I am grateful to have been working in the field of health and human services for 23 years. I am humbled to provide clinical counselling services to children, youth, adults, couples, and families. In my interactions I strive to meet people where they are at while centring safety, collaboration, trauma informed practice, cultural humility, compassion. I hold a Bachelor Degree in Social Work, Masters in Counselling Psychology and a PhD with a specialization in the field of substance use and addiction. I am a professor at a post- secondary university and teach in the areas of substance use, mental health.
Hello, my name is Stephanie and I am grateful to have been working in the field of health and human services for 23 years. I am humbled to provide clinical counselling services to children, youth, adults, couples, and families. In my interactions I strive to meet people where they are at while centring safety, collaboration, trauma informed practice, cultural humility, compassion. I hold a Bachelor Degree in Social Work, Masters in Counselling Psychology and a PhD with a specialization in the field of substance use and addiction. I am a professor at a post- secondary university and teach in the areas of substance use, mental health.
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Hello, my name is Dean Laviolette and this is a counselling practice in Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada. As a proud Metis, life is both precious and beautiful, just like you. Seeking counselling is an opportunity to unearth and rediscover who you really are. My approach is to build a therapeutic relationship based on trust and respect in a safe environment. Being empathetic and genuine is my commitment to quality of care to clients without being judgmental. The use of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and mindfulness-based approaches seem to help clients self-explore, become self-aware, and learn self-care.
Hello, my name is Dean Laviolette and this is a counselling practice in Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada. As a proud Metis, life is both precious and beautiful, just like you. Seeking counselling is an opportunity to unearth and rediscover who you really are. My approach is to build a therapeutic relationship based on trust and respect in a safe environment. Being empathetic and genuine is my commitment to quality of care to clients without being judgmental. The use of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and mindfulness-based approaches seem to help clients self-explore, become self-aware, and learn self-care.
The process of choosing a counsellor begins long-before you arrive at the first session. Often there is a feeling within ourselves that something is just not right. It may be a time marked by a great deal of personal introspection or it could be an intervention from an external source -school, family, friends, your doctor - that motivates contact with a therapist. As a person-centred therapist, I will work with you to establish a meaningful relationship where you feel safe to explore and resolve issues that fit your unique needs at this moment in time.
The process of choosing a counsellor begins long-before you arrive at the first session. Often there is a feeling within ourselves that something is just not right. It may be a time marked by a great deal of personal introspection or it could be an intervention from an external source -school, family, friends, your doctor - that motivates contact with a therapist. As a person-centred therapist, I will work with you to establish a meaningful relationship where you feel safe to explore and resolve issues that fit your unique needs at this moment in time.
Chrissandra Unger, Counsellor & Expressive Arts
Counsellor, ALCM, RTC, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Nanaimo, BC V9S
My primary work is to empower young adults and women who are experiencing burnout, trauma, anxiety & depression - particularly if you're a highly sensitive person, creative, empath and/or introvert. Our over-stimulating society can attract us to unhealthy behaviours & unhealthy relationships in order to feel like we belong. Talk and creative approaches to therapy are used which help ground the nervous system, allowing healing & peace to begin. When changes in life feel tough to navigate through, it is vital to have a compassionate & non-judgemental listener to help you feel connected, & find your place in the world- I can help.
My primary work is to empower young adults and women who are experiencing burnout, trauma, anxiety & depression - particularly if you're a highly sensitive person, creative, empath and/or introvert. Our over-stimulating society can attract us to unhealthy behaviours & unhealthy relationships in order to feel like we belong. Talk and creative approaches to therapy are used which help ground the nervous system, allowing healing & peace to begin. When changes in life feel tough to navigate through, it is vital to have a compassionate & non-judgemental listener to help you feel connected, & find your place in the world- I can help.
Erica Van Driel
Counsellor, MEd, RCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Nanaimo, BC V9R
Waitlist for new clients
Many of my clients seek support following the experience of traumatic life or work events, or the acknowledgement of deep historical pain. I work with a number of populations, with a special focus on supporting first responders and healthcare professionals experiencing burnout and traumatic stress injuries. I have also supported survivors of sexualized violence and abuse for over a decade. Additional areas of practice include grief and loss, self-worth and identity, relationships and communication, and navigating life transitions.
Many of my clients seek support following the experience of traumatic life or work events, or the acknowledgement of deep historical pain. I work with a number of populations, with a special focus on supporting first responders and healthcare professionals experiencing burnout and traumatic stress injuries. I have also supported survivors of sexualized violence and abuse for over a decade. Additional areas of practice include grief and loss, self-worth and identity, relationships and communication, and navigating life transitions.
Congratulations on seeking counselling. You might currently be in a dark spot and hesitant to seek help. Rest assured that you are not alone in this. It takes courage to seek help and you are on your way there. I have been in your spot before and my healing journey guided me to help others overcome complex trauma. You don't need to be controlled by your past anymore. A common goal would be to reach your full potentials and be your authentic self again, you will feel lighter after processing the past and more in control of your future. Allow us to collaboratively create a non-judgmental space and move to a healthier future.
Congratulations on seeking counselling. You might currently be in a dark spot and hesitant to seek help. Rest assured that you are not alone in this. It takes courage to seek help and you are on your way there. I have been in your spot before and my healing journey guided me to help others overcome complex trauma. You don't need to be controlled by your past anymore. A common goal would be to reach your full potentials and be your authentic self again, you will feel lighter after processing the past and more in control of your future. Allow us to collaboratively create a non-judgmental space and move to a healthier future.
Sit with Mia Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Nanaimo, BC V9T
Not accepting new clients
Many young women seek counselling because they have experienced traumatic or difficult situations. I know how these deeply felt experiences can leave us feeling alone, unable to verbalize our distress to those close to us. The lasting impact of past experiences and traumas on current relationships, beliefs and behaviours can keep us feeling stuck in painful patterns. I work with individuals experiencing a range of symptoms including anxiety that impacts daily functioning, disordered eating, body image issues and the impact of sexual trauma. I also specialize in working with those experiencing the impact of complex trauma.
Many young women seek counselling because they have experienced traumatic or difficult situations. I know how these deeply felt experiences can leave us feeling alone, unable to verbalize our distress to those close to us. The lasting impact of past experiences and traumas on current relationships, beliefs and behaviours can keep us feeling stuck in painful patterns. I work with individuals experiencing a range of symptoms including anxiety that impacts daily functioning, disordered eating, body image issues and the impact of sexual trauma. I also specialize in working with those experiencing the impact of complex trauma.
I work with humans around issues such as anxiety, relational trauma, self-criticism, low self-worth, and struggles navigating connection and conflict, as well as the tension between self-protection and growth. Common concerns that bring people to me include social and other forms of anxiety, low mood, eating and body image concerns, parenting challenges, and communication/relationship issues. I see teens, adults, and couples in my practice.
I work with humans around issues such as anxiety, relational trauma, self-criticism, low self-worth, and struggles navigating connection and conflict, as well as the tension between self-protection and growth. Common concerns that bring people to me include social and other forms of anxiety, low mood, eating and body image concerns, parenting challenges, and communication/relationship issues. I see teens, adults, and couples in my practice.
Marilyn Conner Counselling & Consulting Services
Counsellor, MACP, RCC, MBA, CEC
Verified Verified
Nanaimo, BC V9R
We each have our own story and through a safe and compassionate space, I will support you in gaining the insight and awareness necessary for personal change. It takes courage to make this first step and in choosing to move forward, you have already started. Having grown up as an identical twin, I am keenly aware of the unique challenges, needs, and desire for individuality we all face. With this in mind, and with the understanding that people approach counselling for many different reasons, we will move forward together in a way that best meets your individual needs.
We each have our own story and through a safe and compassionate space, I will support you in gaining the insight and awareness necessary for personal change. It takes courage to make this first step and in choosing to move forward, you have already started. Having grown up as an identical twin, I am keenly aware of the unique challenges, needs, and desire for individuality we all face. With this in mind, and with the understanding that people approach counselling for many different reasons, we will move forward together in a way that best meets your individual needs.
Sarah Schermerhorn Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nanaimo, BC V9R
Hello, if you are reading this, it means you have taken the first step in your counselling journey. I stronly believe in a “come as you are” counselling approach that is centred around the belief that all individuals have the capacity for change. Whether it is a mental health concern or needing support around improving your relationships, career, and day-to-day life. As a queer woman (preferred pronouns she/her), I am passionate about movement for mood, empowering healthy bodies, self-love, and honouring the courage it takes to start the journey of healing.
Hello, if you are reading this, it means you have taken the first step in your counselling journey. I stronly believe in a “come as you are” counselling approach that is centred around the belief that all individuals have the capacity for change. Whether it is a mental health concern or needing support around improving your relationships, career, and day-to-day life. As a queer woman (preferred pronouns she/her), I am passionate about movement for mood, empowering healthy bodies, self-love, and honouring the courage it takes to start the journey of healing.
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Number of Counsellors in Nanaimo, BC
300+
Average cost per session
$145
Counsellors in Nanaimo, BC who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 86% | Depression |
| 79% | Relationship Issues |
| 77% | Self Esteem |
| 75% | Stress |
| 74% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 72% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 44% | SunLife |
| 44% | First Nations Health Authority |
| 43% | Green Shield Canada |
How Counsellors in Nanaimo, BC see their clients
| 78% | In Person and Online | |
| 22% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 79% | Female | |
| 18% | Male | |
| 3% | Non-Binary |