Family Systems Therapists in Victoria, BC
Hakomi and Internal Family Systems, are mindfulness, somatic psychotherapies, which give me the tools to assist people in self discovery, to remember their strengths, process grief/suffering, and to be empowered to choose more nourishing experiences and relationships.
I am committed to honouring the unique qualities of each individual and helping them explore their innate resources for well-being. Whether you are healing from a trauma, anxious about this stage in your life, or adapting to a changing world, we can work together to help you cultivate a more meaningful life and develop skills to navigate challenges. As both the Director and RCC at Thriving Roots Counselling Services, I support youth, couples, and families on their healing journeys, many who have been rediscovering their own gifts and resilience with my support.
Hakomi and Internal Family Systems, are mindfulness, somatic psychotherapies, which give me the tools to assist people in self discovery, to remember their strengths, process grief/suffering, and to be empowered to choose more nourishing experiences and relationships.
I am committed to honouring the unique qualities of each individual and helping them explore their innate resources for well-being. Whether you are healing from a trauma, anxious about this stage in your life, or adapting to a changing world, we can work together to help you cultivate a more meaningful life and develop skills to navigate challenges. As both the Director and RCC at Thriving Roots Counselling Services, I support youth, couples, and families on their healing journeys, many who have been rediscovering their own gifts and resilience with my support.
I work from a strengths based, client centred lens and incorporate family systems, CBT, EMDR, FOO, Gottman, Imago, EFT, mindfulness based, narrative, play and art based, sand play therapy, response based, solution focussed, somatic based and systems theory depending on what works best for the client.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families. I offer counselling for parents who are struggling with their parenting role. I also specialize in helping families and couples that are going through restructuring due to illness, death, separation and/or divorce. I am collaborative and strengths-based in my approach. I meet the client where the client is and work from there in a non-pathologizing way.
I work from a strengths based, client centred lens and incorporate family systems, CBT, EMDR, FOO, Gottman, Imago, EFT, mindfulness based, narrative, play and art based, sand play therapy, response based, solution focussed, somatic based and systems theory depending on what works best for the client.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families. I offer counselling for parents who are struggling with their parenting role. I also specialize in helping families and couples that are going through restructuring due to illness, death, separation and/or divorce. I am collaborative and strengths-based in my approach. I meet the client where the client is and work from there in a non-pathologizing way.
We draw from a variety of different counselling approaches and theories including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills, Bowen Family Systems, Internal Family Systems, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Mindfulness Based Practices, The Gottman Method, Spiritual Direction and so much more.
South Island Counselling is a team of Registered Clinical Counsellors and Canadian Certified Counsellors, who offer counselling services to individuals, couples and families in the Greater Victoria area. We can offer a unique experience to our clients as we have 10 clinical counsellors who can be matched to your specific needs. Our approaches can help with anxiety, depression, stress, addictions, trauma, family conflict, low self-esteem, marital conflict, sexual, emotional or physical abuse, grief and loss, relationship issues, life transitions, mood changes, gender identity, spiritual concerns and so much more.
We draw from a variety of different counselling approaches and theories including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills, Bowen Family Systems, Internal Family Systems, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Mindfulness Based Practices, The Gottman Method, Spiritual Direction and so much more.
South Island Counselling is a team of Registered Clinical Counsellors and Canadian Certified Counsellors, who offer counselling services to individuals, couples and families in the Greater Victoria area. We can offer a unique experience to our clients as we have 10 clinical counsellors who can be matched to your specific needs. Our approaches can help with anxiety, depression, stress, addictions, trauma, family conflict, low self-esteem, marital conflict, sexual, emotional or physical abuse, grief and loss, relationship issues, life transitions, mood changes, gender identity, spiritual concerns and so much more.
I am trained in EMDR, Emotion-Focused Couples Therapy (EFT-C), CBT, and IFS (Internal Family Systems).
I am dedicated to helping you deepen your understanding of yourself and your relationships with others. My therapy approach is grounded in the belief that our relationships and experiences shape our sense of meaning and purpose in life. With a special focus on attachment and trauma, I explore how past experiences impact current patterns and triggers. My goal is to create a space where you gain insight and clarity, leading to meaningful healing and growth.
I am trained in EMDR, Emotion-Focused Couples Therapy (EFT-C), CBT, and IFS (Internal Family Systems).
I am dedicated to helping you deepen your understanding of yourself and your relationships with others. My therapy approach is grounded in the belief that our relationships and experiences shape our sense of meaning and purpose in life. With a special focus on attachment and trauma, I explore how past experiences impact current patterns and triggers. My goal is to create a space where you gain insight and clarity, leading to meaningful healing and growth.
I am a qualified Family Based Therapy and Family Systems Therapist I will help youth who are struggling with food and weight management issues.
I believe that all youth have the right to express their "true selves" and will help convey this to their families. Whatever their gender or sexual orientation.I also have great compassion for youth who are struggling with their body image or their food. I am happy to help them find balance and a way to move forward in their time of difficulty. I have 20 years experience in this field and good success with weight and health restoration.
I am a qualified Family Based Therapy and Family Systems Therapist I will help youth who are struggling with food and weight management issues.
I believe that all youth have the right to express their "true selves" and will help convey this to their families. Whatever their gender or sexual orientation.I also have great compassion for youth who are struggling with their body image or their food. I am happy to help them find balance and a way to move forward in their time of difficulty. I have 20 years experience in this field and good success with weight and health restoration.
Specialized training include: • Autism Spectrum Disorder • Clinical hypnotherapy • Couples counselling • Eating disorders clinical practices • EMDR • Indian residential school generational impact • Indigenous cultural competency • Family systems therapy • Mindfulness based • Social thinking curriculums • Clinical Supervision Trauma and Ego States.
Chloe McKinley, a registered clinical counsellor (RCC) and behavioural consultant, offers a unique therapeutic approach for individuals and families seeking counselling support. Chloe specializes in addressing the psychological needs of children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, embracing cultural and gender diverse LGBTQ2 communities. She is one of the few counsellors on Vancouver Island to offer both clinical counselling and behavioural consultation. Chloe also serves the neuro-diverse community as part of the multidisciplinary team known as Cowichan Autism Team Services (CATS). CATS is accepting new referrals.
Specialized training include: • Autism Spectrum Disorder • Clinical hypnotherapy • Couples counselling • Eating disorders clinical practices • EMDR • Indian residential school generational impact • Indigenous cultural competency • Family systems therapy • Mindfulness based • Social thinking curriculums • Clinical Supervision Trauma and Ego States.
Chloe McKinley, a registered clinical counsellor (RCC) and behavioural consultant, offers a unique therapeutic approach for individuals and families seeking counselling support. Chloe specializes in addressing the psychological needs of children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, embracing cultural and gender diverse LGBTQ2 communities. She is one of the few counsellors on Vancouver Island to offer both clinical counselling and behavioural consultation. Chloe also serves the neuro-diverse community as part of the multidisciplinary team known as Cowichan Autism Team Services (CATS). CATS is accepting new referrals.
Deedre Statz
Counsellor, Deedre, Statz, BA, RTC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8L (Online Only)
I am trained in Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy, (AEDP) Somatic Experiencing, (SE) Family systems (IFS) Compassionate Inquiry Cognitive Behavioural Therapy & Gestalt Therapy.
Does you struggle to believe you are worthy? I work primarily with women who are dealing with grief, anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges & life transitions. I support clients to access their inner strength, personal goals, and inner wisdom by teaching them to get into relationship with their emotions. My approach to counselling is deeply rooted in compassion & integrity, blending each persons individual belief system with their unique history & life experience. The counselling I offer is both gentle & practical where together we can explore your unique emotional, physical, intellectual, & spiritual values in sacred space.
I am trained in Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy, (AEDP) Somatic Experiencing, (SE) Family systems (IFS) Compassionate Inquiry Cognitive Behavioural Therapy & Gestalt Therapy.
Does you struggle to believe you are worthy? I work primarily with women who are dealing with grief, anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges & life transitions. I support clients to access their inner strength, personal goals, and inner wisdom by teaching them to get into relationship with their emotions. My approach to counselling is deeply rooted in compassion & integrity, blending each persons individual belief system with their unique history & life experience. The counselling I offer is both gentle & practical where together we can explore your unique emotional, physical, intellectual, & spiritual values in sacred space.
Hello, I am currently accepting new clients for counseling, as well as for assessment for ASD and AD/HD. I offer an individualized approach to therapy to support you in achieving your goals. I integrate several psychotherapeutic modalities including Family Systems therapy, CBT, DBT, and Mindfulness practices.
Hello, I am currently accepting new clients for counseling, as well as for assessment for ASD and AD/HD. I offer an individualized approach to therapy to support you in achieving your goals. I integrate several psychotherapeutic modalities including Family Systems therapy, CBT, DBT, and Mindfulness practices.
Ailey Ella Jolie
Counsellor, MCP, MA, RCC, SEP, FOT, CI
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8N (Online Only)
I am fully certified in Internal Family Systems, Compassionate Inquiry, Somatic Experiencing, and Focus-Oriented Practitioner.
I am passionate about supporting you in living fully within the wisdom of your body. As a Registered Clinical Counsellor (16525) and a Certified Sex Therapist (AASECT), I support those who have experienced a disconnection to their body due to sexual trauma, relational abuse, an eating disorder/disordered eating, and reproductive health trauma. I assist clients in coming home to their bodies through a multidisciplinary and personalized approach that relies on depth psychology, relational somatics, intersectional feminism, and mindfulness.
I am fully certified in Internal Family Systems, Compassionate Inquiry, Somatic Experiencing, and Focus-Oriented Practitioner.
I am passionate about supporting you in living fully within the wisdom of your body. As a Registered Clinical Counsellor (16525) and a Certified Sex Therapist (AASECT), I support those who have experienced a disconnection to their body due to sexual trauma, relational abuse, an eating disorder/disordered eating, and reproductive health trauma. I assist clients in coming home to their bodies through a multidisciplinary and personalized approach that relies on depth psychology, relational somatics, intersectional feminism, and mindfulness.
I have a strong passion for supporting the well-being of children/youth and assisting individuals and families going through various challenges, including family transitions, relationship/family support, parenting support, depression/anxiety, self-esteem/confidence, international student support, and language/cultural differences.
I have a strong passion for supporting the well-being of children/youth and assisting individuals and families going through various challenges, including family transitions, relationship/family support, parenting support, depression/anxiety, self-esteem/confidence, international student support, and language/cultural differences.
I share with you a Dr. Seuss quote: “I have heard there are troubles of more than one kind. Some come from ahead and some come from behind. But I’ve bought a big bat. I’m all ready you see. Now my troubles are going to have troubles with me!” I share this quote because I think there is so much we can gather from this. That challenges are always going to come up despite how prepared, or ill prepared we might be! And in those times where we might not feel so prepared, lost even! Sometimes having someone walk beside you in that process can allow us to feel a bit more empowered to tackle that issue.
I share with you a Dr. Seuss quote: “I have heard there are troubles of more than one kind. Some come from ahead and some come from behind. But I’ve bought a big bat. I’m all ready you see. Now my troubles are going to have troubles with me!” I share this quote because I think there is so much we can gather from this. That challenges are always going to come up despite how prepared, or ill prepared we might be! And in those times where we might not feel so prepared, lost even! Sometimes having someone walk beside you in that process can allow us to feel a bit more empowered to tackle that issue.
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Dizzy (they/them) is a qualified and skilled counsellor, who is also trans, non-binary, poly queer, and resided in lək̓ʷəŋən territory. Dizzy is currently awaiting registration to be registered as a clinical counsellor (RCC), certified Canadian counsellor (CCC) and is a graduate of Masters of Counselling (MC), and Bachelors Degree in Child and Youth Care (BCYC)
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Alexandra Rose Szwender
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA BEd , MCAP, CCC (Q)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8V
Hello. I am delighted to meet with individuals experiencing a wide range of concerns. My specialties and greatest areas of experience include ADHD, anxiety, school issues or behavioural issues, family dynamics (child/parent relations), as well as LGBTQA2+ related issues. I work with all age groups, but mainly children and youth, along with their parents.
Hello. I am delighted to meet with individuals experiencing a wide range of concerns. My specialties and greatest areas of experience include ADHD, anxiety, school issues or behavioural issues, family dynamics (child/parent relations), as well as LGBTQA2+ related issues. I work with all age groups, but mainly children and youth, along with their parents.
Now accepting new clients! I specialize in supporting folks to improve their relationships, whether with themselves or others. I help individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, emotional reactivity, negative thoughts, and emotional wounds from the past. With couples, we work on emotional regulation, understanding destructive and unhelpful behaviour, and improving communication and intimacy. I specialize in helping clients understand themselves better, heal emotional wounds, experience more calm, confidence & self-acceptance, gain more control of their emotions, and feel more connected to themselves and others.
Now accepting new clients! I specialize in supporting folks to improve their relationships, whether with themselves or others. I help individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, emotional reactivity, negative thoughts, and emotional wounds from the past. With couples, we work on emotional regulation, understanding destructive and unhelpful behaviour, and improving communication and intimacy. I specialize in helping clients understand themselves better, heal emotional wounds, experience more calm, confidence & self-acceptance, gain more control of their emotions, and feel more connected to themselves and others.
Racialized adults, trauma-exposed professionals, neurodiverse people, and others. I've noticed a trend... Some people wait as long as they can before getting support, others reach out early, but no one is better off alone. During my time counselling adults, families, and youth, I've seen first-hand how Connection is at the heart of Healing. Trauma can hold us back. Neurodiversity complicates things (like navigating a society not designed with you in mind!). Grief, Loss, and other Life Transitions add extra Stress during trying times. With support, I'm confident you'll find your way forward.
Racialized adults, trauma-exposed professionals, neurodiverse people, and others. I've noticed a trend... Some people wait as long as they can before getting support, others reach out early, but no one is better off alone. During my time counselling adults, families, and youth, I've seen first-hand how Connection is at the heart of Healing. Trauma can hold us back. Neurodiversity complicates things (like navigating a society not designed with you in mind!). Grief, Loss, and other Life Transitions add extra Stress during trying times. With support, I'm confident you'll find your way forward.
Hey there, I'm Erin Green, Registered Clinical Counsellor with over 15 years experience in the helping professions. I strive to connect with people from all walks of life. Working together, I use an integrative and trauma-informed approach that is tailored to each client’s individual needs. My personal belief is that counselling is a collaborative process, where it is our mutual goal to develop a change of perspective, understanding and build resilience. I value a space that is wholeheartedly inclusive and non-judgemental.
Hey there, I'm Erin Green, Registered Clinical Counsellor with over 15 years experience in the helping professions. I strive to connect with people from all walks of life. Working together, I use an integrative and trauma-informed approach that is tailored to each client’s individual needs. My personal belief is that counselling is a collaborative process, where it is our mutual goal to develop a change of perspective, understanding and build resilience. I value a space that is wholeheartedly inclusive and non-judgemental.
Life is a continuous journey of challenges, changes and hopefully, growth. These challenges can be isolating, the changes can be painful and the growth can be slow. I can walk beside you through these ups and downs to support and to guide. I have worked with teenagers and parents experiencing shifts in their relationship, seeking new ways to connect and grow together. I also work with folks of all ages who identify low moods, anxiety, challenging thoughts and behaviours. I have interest in supporting mothers through post partum anxiety, depression and overall health to be the best version of themselves.
Life is a continuous journey of challenges, changes and hopefully, growth. These challenges can be isolating, the changes can be painful and the growth can be slow. I can walk beside you through these ups and downs to support and to guide. I have worked with teenagers and parents experiencing shifts in their relationship, seeking new ways to connect and grow together. I also work with folks of all ages who identify low moods, anxiety, challenging thoughts and behaviours. I have interest in supporting mothers through post partum anxiety, depression and overall health to be the best version of themselves.
I work with people on a variety of issues including relationships, PTSD, phobias, anxieties, sleep issues, eating disorders and grief and loss etc through hypnotherapy and counseling work. I also do past life regressions and use family constellation philosophy for people who are ready and open to that. I am formally trained by Dr Brain.Weiss in PLRT and also have on going training in Family constellation with Hellinger school based in Germany. I translated Bert. Hellinger's books from English into Chinese (the developer of family constellation) "looking into the souls of children" and the book "an education for our time".
I work with people on a variety of issues including relationships, PTSD, phobias, anxieties, sleep issues, eating disorders and grief and loss etc through hypnotherapy and counseling work. I also do past life regressions and use family constellation philosophy for people who are ready and open to that. I am formally trained by Dr Brain.Weiss in PLRT and also have on going training in Family constellation with Hellinger school based in Germany. I translated Bert. Hellinger's books from English into Chinese (the developer of family constellation) "looking into the souls of children" and the book "an education for our time".
Nathan MacRae
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Victoria, BC V8T (Online Only)
There is a path forward to a fulfilling and happy future for everyone. Working together, I can support you in cultivating compassion for yourself and others, taking pride in who you are, navigating relationships and moving through the difficulties that arise in life. As a queer trans person, I use an anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, intersectional framework, supporting the queer, trans, kink, and non-monogamous communities in unpacking identity, sex and relationship concerns, emotional dysregulation, trauma, depression, anxiety and addiction. I offer gender-affirming hormone and top and gonadectomy surgical readiness assessments.
There is a path forward to a fulfilling and happy future for everyone. Working together, I can support you in cultivating compassion for yourself and others, taking pride in who you are, navigating relationships and moving through the difficulties that arise in life. As a queer trans person, I use an anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, intersectional framework, supporting the queer, trans, kink, and non-monogamous communities in unpacking identity, sex and relationship concerns, emotional dysregulation, trauma, depression, anxiety and addiction. I offer gender-affirming hormone and top and gonadectomy surgical readiness assessments.
Specializing in somatic (body-based), nature-based, depth and existential counselling, my dog Hazel and I work alongside you to support your personal growth and healing. These frameworks are especially useful for folx who are struggling to find purpose and meaning, to heal from trauma, and to cultivate connection to the human and more-than-human-world. Together we work with embodiment, Soul, Spirit, archetypes, the natural world and dreams to move towards wholeness and health. I love working with queer folx across the spectrum. I also offer relationship counselling and welcome anyone with an interest in exploration into my practice
Specializing in somatic (body-based), nature-based, depth and existential counselling, my dog Hazel and I work alongside you to support your personal growth and healing. These frameworks are especially useful for folx who are struggling to find purpose and meaning, to heal from trauma, and to cultivate connection to the human and more-than-human-world. Together we work with embodiment, Soul, Spirit, archetypes, the natural world and dreams to move towards wholeness and health. I love working with queer folx across the spectrum. I also offer relationship counselling and welcome anyone with an interest in exploration into my practice
