Narrative Therapists in Victoria, BC
Beckham Ronaghan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW , RSW , BAH
Verified Verified
Victoria, BC V8R (Online Only)
I bring in aspects of motivational interviewing, dialectical behavior therapy, and narrative therapy.
I am currently only accepting new clients for my DBT weekly virtual skills group. Everyone has the ability to change. Traumatic experiences often leave us stuck in patterns that hold us back from enjoying life. With my clinical knowledge and personable approach, we will work together to figure out a plan forward. I am a Registered Social Worker with expertise in trauma treatment, concurrent disorders, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy. I am an advocate for and a member of the LGBTQ+ community and am passionate about working with individuals and families to strengthen relationships.
I bring in aspects of motivational interviewing, dialectical behavior therapy, and narrative therapy.
I am currently only accepting new clients for my DBT weekly virtual skills group. Everyone has the ability to change. Traumatic experiences often leave us stuck in patterns that hold us back from enjoying life. With my clinical knowledge and personable approach, we will work together to figure out a plan forward. I am a Registered Social Worker with expertise in trauma treatment, concurrent disorders, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy. I am an advocate for and a member of the LGBTQ+ community and am passionate about working with individuals and families to strengthen relationships.
My practice is decolonial, person centered and strengths based, and includes modalities such as narrative, emotion focused, and solution focused.
I strive to meet people where they are at, and work alongside them in a good way while holding up their strength and dignity. We both have a lot to learn from each other, and I always want to honour where you come from, and where you have been.
My practice is decolonial, person centered and strengths based, and includes modalities such as narrative, emotion focused, and solution focused.
I strive to meet people where they are at, and work alongside them in a good way while holding up their strength and dignity. We both have a lot to learn from each other, and I always want to honour where you come from, and where you have been.
Welcome - thank you for being here with me. I am passionate about honouring voice, story, and lived experiences in the ways that they feel most heard and safely witnessed. As a counsellor, my goal is to walk alongside you to co-create an empowering space of compassion, empathy, and relational understanding that meets you where you're at as you navigate life. I am anchored in intersectional, relational, narrative, culturally-responsive and anti-oppressive approaches in therapeutic work. I am grateful to work with communities and people from all walks of life and backgrounds towards personal and collective healing & liberation.
Welcome - thank you for being here with me. I am passionate about honouring voice, story, and lived experiences in the ways that they feel most heard and safely witnessed. As a counsellor, my goal is to walk alongside you to co-create an empowering space of compassion, empathy, and relational understanding that meets you where you're at as you navigate life. I am anchored in intersectional, relational, narrative, culturally-responsive and anti-oppressive approaches in therapeutic work. I am grateful to work with communities and people from all walks of life and backgrounds towards personal and collective healing & liberation.
I employ a variety of therapeutic modalities, including narrative therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based therapy, and somatic experiencing.
I work with children, youth, and adults of all ages facing a range of challenges including anxiety, depression, gender and sexual identity, trauma, disordered eating, and obsessive-compulsive behaviors. I have a practice interest in working with gender-diverse and queer youth, as well as individuals who have experienced trauma.
I employ a variety of therapeutic modalities, including narrative therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based therapy, and somatic experiencing.
I work with children, youth, and adults of all ages facing a range of challenges including anxiety, depression, gender and sexual identity, trauma, disordered eating, and obsessive-compulsive behaviors. I have a practice interest in working with gender-diverse and queer youth, as well as individuals who have experienced trauma.
Narrative, collaborative and mindfulness approaches are central in how I approach therapeutic conversations.
I am committed to seeing people as more than just the problems they may be struggling with. I value conversations that allow the richness of people's lives to become more visible and accessible to them. After more than 20 years of practice, I continue to feel privileged to accompany people as they sort out life's difficulties. I see adults across the life span in relation to a range of life concerns, including: depression; anxiety; work-life balance; disordered eating and body image difficulties; sexual, interpersonal and workplace trauma; relationship issues; grief and loss; life transitions and identity questions.
Narrative, collaborative and mindfulness approaches are central in how I approach therapeutic conversations.
I am committed to seeing people as more than just the problems they may be struggling with. I value conversations that allow the richness of people's lives to become more visible and accessible to them. After more than 20 years of practice, I continue to feel privileged to accompany people as they sort out life's difficulties. I see adults across the life span in relation to a range of life concerns, including: depression; anxiety; work-life balance; disordered eating and body image difficulties; sexual, interpersonal and workplace trauma; relationship issues; grief and loss; life transitions and identity questions.
, Narrative Therapy, Solutions-Focused Therapy, Existential Therapy, EFT/attachment theory, DBT, IFS, AEDP, etc.
I am honoured your journey has led you here. Welcome. Whether you’re a young adult or elder, interested in individual or partnered counselling, I can help you manage stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, and pain; improve your relationships; navigate grief and loss; and become better friends with yourself. I enjoy working with people of diverse backgrounds to situate problems in systems of influence, unveiling your inner resources by collaborating with you to connect your values and interests with your goals for meaningful transformation and life management.
, Narrative Therapy, Solutions-Focused Therapy, Existential Therapy, EFT/attachment theory, DBT, IFS, AEDP, etc.
I am honoured your journey has led you here. Welcome. Whether you’re a young adult or elder, interested in individual or partnered counselling, I can help you manage stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, and pain; improve your relationships; navigate grief and loss; and become better friends with yourself. I enjoy working with people of diverse backgrounds to situate problems in systems of influence, unveiling your inner resources by collaborating with you to connect your values and interests with your goals for meaningful transformation and life management.
Heartwood Counselling - Elana Angus
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RCC
Verified Verified
Victoria, BC V8W
My approach integrates a caring presence with emotions-focused therapies, attachment theory, Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), somatic (body-based) therapies, EMDR, mindfulness, transpersonal approaches, radical acceptance and self compassion, and narrative therapy.
I work from a trauma-informed, healing-oriented perspective, integrating traditional teachings and modern, research-based psychotherapy. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, relationships, trauma, a crisis, or wanting something more from life, I welcome you for a free 20-minute consultation with me or another therapist in our clinic.
My approach integrates a caring presence with emotions-focused therapies, attachment theory, Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), somatic (body-based) therapies, EMDR, mindfulness, transpersonal approaches, radical acceptance and self compassion, and narrative therapy.
I work from a trauma-informed, healing-oriented perspective, integrating traditional teachings and modern, research-based psychotherapy. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, relationships, trauma, a crisis, or wanting something more from life, I welcome you for a free 20-minute consultation with me or another therapist in our clinic.
My practice incorporates neuroscience, mindful awareness, narrative perspectives, emotion focused language, and CBT and DBT techniques in order for our sessions to feel transformative while also providing tangible resources, skills, and understanding.
Hi there, I'm Sam! My style of counselling prioritizes warm, transparent communication. I provide therapy from a trauma-informed, client centred perspective that is anti-oppressive. The focus of my practice is supporting individuals managing anxiety, depression, disordered eating, chronic health conditions, and ADHD through an integrated approach that is collaborative. I provide coaching support for those looking to optimize their performance in sport, performing arts, and business as well.
My practice incorporates neuroscience, mindful awareness, narrative perspectives, emotion focused language, and CBT and DBT techniques in order for our sessions to feel transformative while also providing tangible resources, skills, and understanding.
Hi there, I'm Sam! My style of counselling prioritizes warm, transparent communication. I provide therapy from a trauma-informed, client centred perspective that is anti-oppressive. The focus of my practice is supporting individuals managing anxiety, depression, disordered eating, chronic health conditions, and ADHD through an integrated approach that is collaborative. I provide coaching support for those looking to optimize their performance in sport, performing arts, and business as well.
I am informed in the use of CBT, DBT, Narrative and Internal Family systems, using any of these methods we would work together to build an awareness of the things causing you issues and work to reframe and shift the narrative.
It is important to feel seen and understood. There are lifestyle choices that often don't get the support they need because of the stigma created around it. My lifestyle may mirror those needing that empathy and compassion, having been a serving member of the Canadian Armed Forces for 20 years, being Indigenous, LGBTQ and a single parent and belonging to several other communities which face stigmatization because of the way we live.
I am informed in the use of CBT, DBT, Narrative and Internal Family systems, using any of these methods we would work together to build an awareness of the things causing you issues and work to reframe and shift the narrative.
It is important to feel seen and understood. There are lifestyle choices that often don't get the support they need because of the stigma created around it. My lifestyle may mirror those needing that empathy and compassion, having been a serving member of the Canadian Armed Forces for 20 years, being Indigenous, LGBTQ and a single parent and belonging to several other communities which face stigmatization because of the way we live.
I am an IFS Informed Therapist who also works with Narrative Therapy, CBT as well as Attachment Theory.
Life is full of natural periods of transition, yet it often brings challenges. Many people find themselves feeling stuck, asking, “What now?” Having personally experienced many life journeys, I can assist you in navigating life transitions including evolving relationships, empty nesting, career changes, caring for aging parents, divorce and role changes. Are you stuck at a crossroads in your life? Feeling lost and searching for clarity and purpose? Struggling with grief and loss? Life transitions and times of change are a great time to explore what you need now, what is important now and where do I want to go from here.
I am an IFS Informed Therapist who also works with Narrative Therapy, CBT as well as Attachment Theory.
Life is full of natural periods of transition, yet it often brings challenges. Many people find themselves feeling stuck, asking, “What now?” Having personally experienced many life journeys, I can assist you in navigating life transitions including evolving relationships, empty nesting, career changes, caring for aging parents, divorce and role changes. Are you stuck at a crossroads in your life? Feeling lost and searching for clarity and purpose? Struggling with grief and loss? Life transitions and times of change are a great time to explore what you need now, what is important now and where do I want to go from here.
I have a client-based outlook, and draw on solution-focused and narrative therapies, mindfulness, family systems work, motivational interviewing, and some CBT.
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 have a client-based outlook, and draw on solution-focused and narrative therapies, mindfulness, family systems work, motivational interviewing, and some CBT.
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.
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I have a Master’s of Counselling Psychology and a Master of Environmental Management. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors. I am passionate about working with children, youth and families, supporting them through their life pathways. My work builds on a lifetime committed to service, and working with non-profits, regional and provincial government in emergency management, conservation and environmental policy. I currently work as a clinician with individuals with eating disorders. My goal is to create a positive therapeutic environment where you feel safe, supported, and heard.
Expertise, experience and training in Nature-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Positive Psychology.
I have a Master’s of Counselling Psychology and a Master of Environmental Management. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors. I am passionate about working with children, youth and families, supporting them through their life pathways. My work builds on a lifetime committed to service, and working with non-profits, regional and provincial government in emergency management, conservation and environmental policy. I currently work as a clinician with individuals with eating disorders. My goal is to create a positive therapeutic environment where you feel safe, supported, and heard.
I am a licensed clinical counsellor and contemplative psychotherapist who has worked in the field of mental health and wellness for nearly 15 years. I work with individuals in a variety of capacities, helping them through concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma (both acute and complex), OCD, addiction and self-esteem. I have an MA in Counselling Psychology and an MA in Interdisciplinary Studies. I use an integrative, systemic approach that includes psychodynamic (Internal Family Systems), somatic, cognitive-behavioral, narrative and mindfulness based models.
I am a licensed clinical counsellor and contemplative psychotherapist who has worked in the field of mental health and wellness for nearly 15 years. I work with individuals in a variety of capacities, helping them through concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma (both acute and complex), OCD, addiction and self-esteem. I have an MA in Counselling Psychology and an MA in Interdisciplinary Studies. I use an integrative, systemic approach that includes psychodynamic (Internal Family Systems), somatic, cognitive-behavioral, narrative and mindfulness based models.
I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution Focused, Narrative, Play and Art assisted Therapy in my practice.
I have worked in a role supporting our community for the past 15 years. 9 years ago I became a counsellor to fulfill my passion to help families get the most out of life. I work with adults, children, youth, parents, and families. I help people with anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, parenting skills, developing social-skills, emotion management, school issues and ADHD/self regulation. I am familiar with the school system and the processes within it, which allows me to advocate effectively for my clients.
I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution Focused, Narrative, Play and Art assisted Therapy in my practice.
I have worked in a role supporting our community for the past 15 years. 9 years ago I became a counsellor to fulfill my passion to help families get the most out of life. I work with adults, children, youth, parents, and families. I help people with anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, parenting skills, developing social-skills, emotion management, school issues and ADHD/self regulation. I am familiar with the school system and the processes within it, which allows me to advocate effectively for my clients.
I am trained in solution-focused, narrative, response-based, drama therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, addictions, mental health crises, and/or suicidal ideation/self-harm, and you're looking for support navigating these challenges, but you're afraid of regular talk therapy or had negative experiences in the past, I can promise you, I take a unique, person centered approach and prioritize client needs and wants from therapy. I want you to feel in charge of your counselling! I work with both adults, and children and youth and can help the family work together to meet you or your child's needs!
I am trained in solution-focused, narrative, response-based, drama therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, addictions, mental health crises, and/or suicidal ideation/self-harm, and you're looking for support navigating these challenges, but you're afraid of regular talk therapy or had negative experiences in the past, I can promise you, I take a unique, person centered approach and prioritize client needs and wants from therapy. I want you to feel in charge of your counselling! I work with both adults, and children and youth and can help the family work together to meet you or your child's needs!
I offer trauma-informed therapies such as IFS, ACT, mindfulness, somatic, Bowen family systems, and narrative.
Hi, I'm Shannon (she/her), BSc, MC, RCC and owner of Root and Bud Counselling. I’m so glad to meet you! Life is hard, and sometimes it can help to have someone to journey with you through the tough parts. I help adults at all life stages who may be feeling hurt, hopeless, lost, afraid, traumatized, lonely, sad, and confused. I work with you to find care, clarity, purpose, meaning, and connection in your life. If you have experienced something difficult in life, are having trouble in your relationships, or are struggling to understand who you are and where you belong, I can help you.
I offer trauma-informed therapies such as IFS, ACT, mindfulness, somatic, Bowen family systems, and narrative.
Hi, I'm Shannon (she/her), BSc, MC, RCC and owner of Root and Bud Counselling. I’m so glad to meet you! Life is hard, and sometimes it can help to have someone to journey with you through the tough parts. I help adults at all life stages who may be feeling hurt, hopeless, lost, afraid, traumatized, lonely, sad, and confused. I work with you to find care, clarity, purpose, meaning, and connection in your life. If you have experienced something difficult in life, are having trouble in your relationships, or are struggling to understand who you are and where you belong, I can help you.
Shay Manerikar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8R
My practice is influenced by narrative therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness, neuroscience, and body-based approaches.
Hi, I'm Shay and I'm so glad you're here. It is incredibly brave and vulnerable to reach out for support. If you've experienced sexual violence, are questioning your gender or sexuality, enduring racism, or feeling overwhelmed by trauma symptoms - know that you aren't alone and that together we can find a way forward! You can expect me to show up with curiosity, compassion, kindness, presence, flexibility, and a deep love for this work. I believe healing happens through authentic relationship, so I bring my full self into counselling. My hope is for you to show up exactly as you are, and know that you are seen, heard, and accepted.
My practice is influenced by narrative therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness, neuroscience, and body-based approaches.
Hi, I'm Shay and I'm so glad you're here. It is incredibly brave and vulnerable to reach out for support. If you've experienced sexual violence, are questioning your gender or sexuality, enduring racism, or feeling overwhelmed by trauma symptoms - know that you aren't alone and that together we can find a way forward! You can expect me to show up with curiosity, compassion, kindness, presence, flexibility, and a deep love for this work. I believe healing happens through authentic relationship, so I bring my full self into counselling. My hope is for you to show up exactly as you are, and know that you are seen, heard, and accepted.
Jess Marie
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8V (Online Only)
My approach involves narrative therapy, trauma-informed practice, anti-oppression, disability justice, and draws on queer and feminist theories along with specialized training in non-monogamy, BDSM/kink, and sex work.
I encourage you to bring forward any topics you'd like to explore during our sessions. It is my privilege to get to support you through any number of life experiences with non-judgement, compassion, and authentic interest. My experience spans sexual assault centres, various non-profits, and most recently developing the counselling program of a medical clinic offering sexual health and gender-affirming care.
My approach involves narrative therapy, trauma-informed practice, anti-oppression, disability justice, and draws on queer and feminist theories along with specialized training in non-monogamy, BDSM/kink, and sex work.
I encourage you to bring forward any topics you'd like to explore during our sessions. It is my privilege to get to support you through any number of life experiences with non-judgement, compassion, and authentic interest. My experience spans sexual assault centres, various non-profits, and most recently developing the counselling program of a medical clinic offering sexual health and gender-affirming care.
The clinical names for this work include Somatic, Mindfulness-Based, Narrative, and Emotion-Focused/Experiential Therapy, but all we are doing is tapping into your natural resilience.
As a therapist, I listen to you, showing you how to listen to yourself. Do you struggle with anxiety or depression? Do you notice painful repetitive patterns like damaging relationships playing out in your life? Are you struggling to build a joyful, healthy life as a person living with challenges like neurodivergence? I believe that building a stronger relationship with yourself and learning how to heal even when you're not in a therapist's office could be important for you. By doing work that is well supported by research and facilitated by a therapist (i.e., me) with a lot of lived experience, you can change in incredible ways.
The clinical names for this work include Somatic, Mindfulness-Based, Narrative, and Emotion-Focused/Experiential Therapy, but all we are doing is tapping into your natural resilience.
As a therapist, I listen to you, showing you how to listen to yourself. Do you struggle with anxiety or depression? Do you notice painful repetitive patterns like damaging relationships playing out in your life? Are you struggling to build a joyful, healthy life as a person living with challenges like neurodivergence? I believe that building a stronger relationship with yourself and learning how to heal even when you're not in a therapist's office could be important for you. By doing work that is well supported by research and facilitated by a therapist (i.e., me) with a lot of lived experience, you can change in incredible ways.
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.
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Is narrative therapy evidence-based?
Narrative therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments such as cognitive behavioural therapy. Some small studies do show that depressed and anxious individuals who were treated with narrative therapy reported improvement in anxiety and depression symptoms.
How long does narrative therapy last?
Narrative therapy is less structured when compared with psychoanalysis, for example. Narrative therapy is more open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a few months, and sometimes a year or longer. Patients see their therapist one to two times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a person’s challenges and progress. Individuals can also practice the principles of narrative therapy after treatment has ended.
Does narrative therapy work?
Narrative therapy can help a person manage or reduce symptoms of conditions like depression or anxiety. This type of therapy encourages a person to reflect on the moments of their life when their particular problem was not at the forefront of their minds — perhaps life celebrations, achievements, and other successes. The individual is encouraged to rewrite their storyline as if their particular problem was not part of their life. This therapy may offer benefits that are hard to measure.
What are the possible limitations of narrative therapy?
Narrative therapy is person-centered or client-centered, and the health professional pays more attention to the subjective narratives that are constructed by the client, as opposed to other objective measures. The therapist privileges the individual’s perspective over all others. This open form may feel frustrating for individuals seeking a more structured approach; certainly, no one therapy type will work for every individual.