Therapists in Victoria, BC

What if a few sessions could make the difference? You might have tried therapy before but it focused on coping versus getting to the root of your issues. You can't seem to shake the lingering feeling that, no matter what, you're just not good enough. We’re ready to go deep with you and help you put your anxiety, depression, trauma and triggers to rest for good. Eye Movement, Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy offers highly effective, gentle relief fast, without the need for you to talk about your problems in detail. It’s time to move past the triggers and patterns that have been holding you back for far too long.

Healthy change is possible and you do not have to face challenges alone. It can be very difficult to seek help and reach out during hard times. If you are reading this then you have already taken the first step towards well being. Finding a counsellor who you feel comfortable with is an essential part of the healing process. I would be happy to talk with you. Supporting individuals, families, youth and children for over 24 years. This is the time to take the best care of ourselves and our loved ones. Triggers arise now more than ever and support is available.

We all need support sometimes; reaching out can be hard and healing happens through connection. Compassionate, authentic and curious, I offer counselling to folks who struggle with substance use, relationship challenges, anxiety and depression. As a social worker, I also enjoy working with caregivers of people with dementia and supporting clients to navigate government funding sources, local programs and services. Sometimes these systems include complicated applications; my goal is to support clients when they want help with explaining or completing forms. Warm, caring and accepting, I encourage clients to take lead in therapy.

Navigating through the world comes with inherent challenges, and sometimes what we’re seeking for support is more than what our friends or family can provide. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental therapeutic space where you can show up as you are, feel seen and heard, and together, we co-create the helpful way forward. My approach is integrative, trauma-informed, and social justice oriented.

I am a certified IFS therapist and have been educated via the IFS Institute. I use Internal Family Systems therapy combined with Polyvagal theory and somatic work. Creating a strong and non-dogmatic container together is the cornerstone of my practice. I am especially skilled at attuning, and providing company in places that you may have previously felt alone. We will work towards helping parts of you that may be stuck in fight, flight, freeze, fawn, or collapse. Many of my clients are people in their 20s and 30s exploring the transitions and challenges of adulthood while reckoning with Family of Origin trauma.

Is your child struggling at school? Are teachers raising concerns that they may have a learning issue, or attention problems, or other issues that are interfering with their ability to be successful at school? Or is your child showing signs of emotional issues, and you wonder if it's normal or whether it might be something more serious, like depression, an anxiety disorder, or distorted thinking?

I am committed to working with people to support them through the challenges that life brings, and to nurture personal growth through practices that feel right for each individual client. I bring gentle curiosity to my practice, fostering an environment of empathy, safety, and empowerment where clients may share the unique and intricate pieces of themselves. I also aim to bring a sense of lightness to my work, by creating an atmosphere where humour and joy can co-exist with hardships.

I have a specific area of practice - Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. OCD is considered to be a debilitating, chronic, and sneaky condition. OCD often latches on to what is most sacred and cherished to us. It can cause us to question our morals, values, and beliefs. Much time and energy is then spent trying to gain relief from doubt, uncertainty, and distress. Breaking cycles of Obsessions and Compulsions is key to regaining intention, peace, and freedom.

Jennifer approaches therapy from a trauma-informed perspective because problems often stem from early experiences that influence present emotions, behaviors, and experiences. Anxiety, depression, relational issues, eating disorders, and emotional struggles, are examples of trauma that originate somewhere in our history. Trauma is not necessarily reserved for those who experienced accidents, first-responders, or recipients or witnesses of violent acts; trauma is often a result of receiving negative information about ourselves early on from caregivers or others in our environment.

Overwhelm, stress, loss and change in our personal and professional lives; at work, at home, at play and in our relationships, is both common and very difficult to manage alone. As a registered counsellor in clinical counselling, I am certified to implement a variety of therapies, such as mindfulness based CBT, to understand and make meaning out of new or continued difficulties and changes in life.

Currently accepting new clients. Are you having difficulties managing stress, processing your thoughts and emotions, or wanting to improve your mental health and adjust to challenging life experiences. I provide a welcoming, non-judgmental, and confidential environment for you to explore and process your experiences. My experiences have taught me that it can be easy to fall into cycles that keep us stuck while our lives continue to move forward. From this, we can utilize your strengths, set goals, and build resiliency to help facilitate healthy mechanisms to break these vicious cycles and develop tools to help you move forward.

I see people of all ages, struggling with compatibility, sexual issues and personal challenges. By combining counselling and hypnotherapy, I help my clients get to the root of their challenges so that they can move forward with greater self-awareness, compassion, respect and desire for change, for themselves and for their relationship. My 6-10 week program allows my clients to move quickly forward in life with a greater understanding of what is needed to feel more fulfilled and content, both individually and as a couple.

I help adults (18+) move closer to the version of themselves they like best. Working collaboratively, and with sensitivity to ways that systems impact individuals, I trust you will feel accompanied as we move through the curiosities or difficulties that brought you to seek counselling. This work may include the roles experiences and adaptations have played in your unique circumstances, values identification, understanding your nervous system, moving through transitions or grief, developing greater discernment, confidence, & self-respect, being able to choose responses, set boundaries, develop skills, increase compassion, and more.

Psychotherapy is the confidential process where you can get insight from an experienced registered Psychologist in understanding how life-stressors can interfere with your thinking patterns, feelings, beliefs, needs, behaviour and relationships. Prolonged exposure to stress, unhappiness, conflict, trauma, abuse or problematic relationships can lead to anxiety, depression, grief, anger or other behavioural problems. Brain research clearly indicated that early psychological intervention can prevent mental and physical illnesses. Clients now have the opportunity to be proactive and learn the skills on how to protect their mental health, restore their competence and happiness and develop a strong sense of well-being and resiliency.

Are you struggling with low self esteem, anxiety and/or self-doubt due to a traumatic or abusive past? Are you a deeply self-aware person but still feel like your trauma symptoms are unresolved? Do you experience a constant fear of failure or overwhelm? If you feel like you’re a burden, doubt your worth and are stuck in a cycle of self-blame and shame, please know this is a soft place to land. My work focuses on building self-confidence, implementing better boundaries, exploring mindfulness and cultivating self-compassionate inner dialogue. You are worthy of experiencing an empowered and self-loving life.

In over thirty years working as a psychologist, I have become convinced that the most effective way to help others is through a collaborative approach. When the client and therapist work together to find solutions, the emphasis is placed on the client’s individual perspective and the strengths and successes they have already achieved. At the core of therapy, I believe, is a non-judgemental and compassionate view of how everyone’s personal journey involves overcoming suffering and moving towards self-acceptance, empowerment and emotional well- being.

I'm glad you're here! Seeking counselling is a brave and self-compassionate thing to do. Here's how I can support you: I work with adults (ages 19+) who are dealing with trauma or PTSD, anxiety, grief, and low self-esteem. I also work with clients facing everyday challenges such as stress, life transitions, or social struggles. I help clients to gain coping skills and tools starting from our very first session. My clients find increased stability and balance in their lives, and move forward from past experiences that have been getting in the way of who they truly are.

Are you feeling tired and burnt out? Struggling with the tasks of daily living? Feeling disconnected from yourself? Maybe you're coping with past experiences and those are interfering with your present reality. You may be finding that your feelings are impacting the way that you show up for yourself, your kids, your family, or your community and you want to start to see a shift. You know there's something missing, but you're having trouble putting your finger on it.

Interested in Feminist Therapy? Hi, I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and settler on Lekwungen Territory and I can offer support with trauma recovery or PTSD/cPTSD, self-esteem, LGBTQ2S+ experiences, anxiety & depression, grief, cancer, and more. I can help you process emotions, move forward from past experiences, learn new ways to cope, and widen your perspective. If you want to feel better and live more authentically, we might be a good team!

I believe that people have the innate ability to move towards health and well-being and I see my role as helping to facilitate change by working with the client's strengths. I strive to create an environment in which clients can feel safe to express themselves and to explore their concerns in an atmosphere of trust. I respect the variety of values, religious beliefs, and lifestyle choices of my clients. I am honoured to be in a position where I can witness the changes and growth of the clients with whom I work.

I specialize in trauma work with youth and adults, helping individuals to process, transform, heal, and grow. I offer a non-judgemental, safe space and warm presence. I can help with low mood, mood swings, anxiety and panic, anger, PTSD, self-harming behaviours, suicidal ideation, addictions, shame, early developmental attachment trauma, stress, balance, and life transitions. I am passionate about supporting and empowering people in their walk towards living their most fulfilling life. I draw upon a range of evidence based approaches (including Somatic Experiencing and CBT), which are tailored to fit your unique needs and goals.

I love my work! For over 20 years I've been helping individuals and couples create a life they love with proven, measurable, effective and fast methods to break through old patterns, get past limiting beliefs, and create possibilities they never knew existed. This isn't therapy like you've seen it on TV or in the movies, it doesn't have to take years. If you're tired of the "same old, same old" you deserve to feel better.

I work with adults, youth, children, and families. I use a strength-based approach to address concerns, and draw on the theories of narrative, response-based, cognitive behavioural and emotion focused therapy in my work. I also specialize in EMDR, an evidence-based trauma-focused therapy that addresses many mental health challenges. I also employ arts-based approaches, incorporating music and visual arts, especially when working with children and youth.

It can be really frustrating and stressful when something is blocking us from the life we want. Sometimes we just need to ask a professional with experience in these areas for help... but this can bring up even more stress, anxiety, and even feel scary. I understand this, and really care about your comfort, happiness, and well-being, which is why I put my full heart into creating a very comfortable and safe therapeutic environment for you through your healing journey.