Therapists in Nelson, BC

Do you feel like you don't fit in and/or are watching the world through a window? Does life feel overwhelming and simple errands or hangouts with friends lead you to need a few days to recover? Are you looking to learn more about who you are, what you need to succeed, and how to live within your capacity? You've come to the right place! I work with queer and neurodivergent clients to answer those questions, explore identity, and cultivate relationships that work for you (whether it's a monogamous one or not)!

I am a Registered Social Worker and Certified Career Development Practitioner with over ten years of working in the field of mental health and employment counseling. I am passionate about working with people who are navigating transitions or interested in exploring their potential for change. I specialize in helping people examine and shift behavior patterns, particularly as they relate to substance use and behavioral addictions. I operate from a lens of harm-reduction and anti-oppression, and I recognize that systems, as well as people, need to change.

I support individuals and couples to heal relational patterns, resolve trauma and feel deeper embodiment. My expertise is being able to hold big emotions and traumatic experiences that need a professional to regulate and repair the parts that are wounded and suppressed. Trauma happens in relationship and trauma heals in a safe, supportive relationship that we would cultivate through my compassionate, caring, authentic way of relating and supporting. I work with a somatic lens woven with Part's Work to befriend the different parts of who we are and how they show up in the physical body keeping the nervous system regulated.

I believe we all possess unique superpowers, including an innate ability to heal and thrive. And, yet, we sometimes lose our way. I offer a human-to-human connection coupled with diverse knowledge and approaches to support you in finding your way again and healing from past and current challenges that prevent you from thriving. I blend Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems/parts work, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, attachment-focused therapy, mindfulness, and nature-based practices to support you in cultivating a sense of empowerment, self-awareness, self-compassion, and inner safety. Nature-based sessions are available!

I am interested in helping clients harness their innate resources and discover the deeper meanings, and solutions, to their presented problems. I am offering my services to adults and adolescents who may be experiencing a range of issues including, but not limited to: emotional problems (anger, depression, anxiety, ect.), couples/relationships/communication issues, addictions/habit change, stress/trauma, life-transitions, as well as the search for meaning, identity, and spirituality.

We are experiencing a paradigm shift in how we view, treat, and resolve mental health complexities. It is no longer sufficient to simply learn about our traumas and understand their origins to expect resolution. We are now approaching trauma from a psychobiological perspective, recognizing that trauma is physically embedded in the cells and tissues of our bodies. By developing our felt sense of these traumas, bringing focused attention to them, and utilizing somatic techniques, trauma resolution becomes achievable.

Are you looking for a counsellor who is open to see what you see? I am here to align with you as we look at how to find the right answers specific to you. Whether you struggle with anxious thoughts, periods of despair, difficulties with your relationships or just feel generally unhappy and restless, or perhaps life has thrown a curve-ball that is out of your control and traumatic to integrate, I believe the wisdom of our bodies can be utilised so that you can find resonant and usable techniques to change your life. I know that inner peace and healing are absolutely attainable and I am excited to walk with you as you find a new path.

I specialize in helping individuals navigate trauma, stress, depression, and anxiety to achieve emotional well-being. My approach integrates evidence-based therapies tailored to each client's unique needs, fostering a safe and supportive environment for healing. Whether through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or EMDR, mindfulness techniques, or other modalities, I empower clients to explore and address root causes, develop coping strategies, and regain control over their lives. Together, we work towards reducing symptoms, building resilience, and promoting lasting positive change in mental health and overall quality of life.

Are you seeking clarity around your authentic expression, your purpose, sustainable ways to relate to others, or how it all connects? Maybe trauma or grief have created a rupture in your life, and you want to find your way home within your body. Perhaps the term neurodiverse resonates with you, and you're ready to create a structure that truly supports you. You're probably someone who cares deeply about others, the environment, and are a lifelong learner. While you're not seeking a quick fix, you do want to acquire tangible tools. You have capacity to look at the shadows, and you also want to amplify creativity, resources, and play.

Hi! I'm Amanda Erickson. I have been providing individual therapy and couples therapy for 17 years now. I hold a Master's Degree in Counselling Psychology. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) in Nelson, BC. I have been in the field of social services for 25 years. I work with clients to improve well being in day to day life. I provide support for people around issues like relationships, emotional regulation, communication difficulties, trauma, anxiety, depression, parenting issues, attachment issues, substance use, and grief and loss.

If you’ve landed here, you must be in a time of transition. Trust me, I know how hard it is to make the first step. And yet, here you are! Searching profiles of therapists you wonder and worry if you will jive with. Well, If you're in a time of transition and healing and looking to work with a therapist in an unconventional way - I encourage you to try art therapy with me. It's psychotherapy with ART at the heART of it. Art therapy is NOT an art class, nor do I tell you what your art means. We actually use the creative process as a way to explore emotions, narratives, memories, and subconscious in a gentle, non-confrontational way.

If you are feeling lost, disconnected or uncertain about life, you will find a safe space with me to explore your challenges in life with a supportive, empathic listener. Modern living is inherently stressful, and many resort to using unhealthy coping strategies that can get you stuck; by getting curious about the stuck-ness together, we can work together to untangle the knots and shift back into your natural state of wholeness. If you have lost your centre, feel reactive or unbalanced by the demands of life you will benefit from counselling. I will help you return to your core Self and find passion and purpose in life.

Welcome to our group practice, where a team of compassionate master’s level counselors is committed to supporting our community. We specialize in a range of issues, including trauma, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, addiction, and couples therapy. Our priority is to match each client with a counselor who understands their unique needs and concerns. We offer a variety of therapeutic approaches tailored to individuals and families, ensuring personalized support and effective strategies for healing and growth.

As a registered therapeutic counsellor, I use Somatic therapy to support clients in their process of connecting with themselves and processing trauma stored within the body. Somatic therapy is a body-centered therapy. It is a trauma-informed approach that works to regulate the nervous system, promotes embodiment, and provides individuals with the opportunity to connect with themselves in a new way. I use a combination of somatic therapy, person-centred counseling and empathetic listening to provide clients with a safe environment to begin their wellness journey.

Embrace the potential for true change at any stage of life. Whether contending with anxiety, negative thought cycles, concerns about your child, PTSD, anxiety, or facing a separation, I offer tailored short-term counseling for specific challenges and long-term therapy to delve into historical issues and enduring patterns. Together, we craft a personalized treatment plan aligned with your current needs, motivations, and strengths. Utilizing evidence-based approaches such as CBT, EMDR, DBT, EFT, and more, I'm driven to guide you in overcoming symptoms and related distress.

My specialty is Human Sexuality. I'm a Certified Sex Therapist, Psychotherapist and am a mostly retired, formerly Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I have 50+ years experience. I was trained, mentored and supervised by Dr. Wardell Pomeroy of the Kinsey Institute. I help my patients achieve their greatest sexual and relationship potential, beyond diagnosis and treatment of their concerns, to reach the most exciting levels of an intimate relationship. I see many patients online. It is efficient and effective, and it permits the intimacy and immediacy of an in-office consultation, from the comfort of your home or office.

I care about your unique lived experience. I work with teenagers, women, men - with all folks of any age experiencing life challenges. I work with acute stress, identity challenges, relational PTSD, C-PTSD, sexual assault, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and challenges with self-esteem. I'm trained in Narrative therapy, person-centred therapy, trauma-informed practices, and hypnotherapy. I also have practices with Jungian psychoanalysis which can help clients wanting to access, experience, and integrate unconscious material into conscious awareness.

For over 20 years, I have been supporting personal and collective transformation through the process of connection and healing. I accompany clients to embody their strengths and capacities and move through current challenges with heartfulness, curiosity and compassion. "Thanks Anni for shedding so much light, for illuminating the path for path for me, for showing me that, through the darkness, stress, roots and thorns that I was seeing, there was a way forward. (Trauma recovery client).

Currently accepting Online and in person clients! With over 15 years of experience in the mental health field, I work with a range of populations and issues; Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Life changes, Interpersonal conflict, Grief, Trauma, Postpartum depression, and many other areas. I come from a client centered philosophy and respect your right to privacy. I am passionate about helping people reach their mental health and wellness goals.