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Darlene Mathews
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MA, RSW, RCC, ACS
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Darlene Mathews

Registered Social Worker, BSW, MA, RSW, RCC, ACS (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
9 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8Z
Let's Connect (226) 916-5346
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Vulnerability can make us feel very uncomfortable, but if we view it as a transition, into higher self-esteem/confidence & therefore more life resilience then it is much healthier to forge ahead to find a therapist who can support us. Finding the best fit in seeking a therapist is the most important step in relieving your stress. Many of us struggle with unhappiness, anxiety, depression, suicide ideation, sleep deprivation, separation, divorce, conflict resolution, trauma, relationship, and parenting issues, emotion regulation, communication and assertiveness, boundaries, personal development, caregiver burden and so much more
Envision Counselling & Coaching Services’ purpose is to assist with compassionate support, & education. I fully respect that each person has their own answers. I will be honored to ask unique & clarifying questions so that you can come to your own understanding. I have over 20 years’ counselling experience using CBT, emotion regulation, & resilience building
If you are interested in a free 15-minute consultation to determine if we would be a good fit, I would welcome an opportunity to meet & greet you as well as address any questions you may have. In Maya Angelou's words " I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel "
Call or Darlene Mathews now for a free 15 minute consultation - (226) 916-5346

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Victoria, BC V8Z

(226) 916-5346
I am accepting new clients for video or telephone sessions only. Please feel free to contact me for a full session or a 15-minute consult
I specialize in Life Transitions, Parenting and Domestic Abuse  
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Darlene Mathews
Let's Connect (226) 916-5346
Photo of Darlene Mathews, BSW, MA, RSW, RCC, ACS, Registered Social Worker

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Victoria, BC V8Z

(226) 916-5346
I am accepting new clients for video or telephone sessions only. Please feel free to contact me for a full session or a 15-minute consult
I specialize in Life Transitions, Parenting and Domestic Abuse  
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Darlene Mathews

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by ACH Bank transfer, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa

Insurance

  • Arete
  • CVAP | Crime Victim
  • First Nations Health Authority
  • Humana
  • Pacific Blue Cross
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Typically the client pays upfront and after receiving their paid invoice they then submit to their extended health for reimbursement
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 916-5346
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Darlene Mathews
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MA, RSW, RCC, ACS
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Typically the client pays upfront and after receiving their paid invoice they then submit to their extended health for reimbursement
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 916-5346
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Darlene Mathews
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MA, RSW, RCC, ACS

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of British Columbia / 12502 Darlene Mathews
  • In Practice for 29 Years
  • License: BC Association of Clinical Counsellor 1032 / 1995
  • Attended Gonzaga University , MA, Graduated 1995
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No one CARES what you know UNTIL they know how DEEPLY you CARE!
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 916-5346
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Darlene Mathews
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MA, RSW, RCC, ACS
"
No one CARES what you know UNTIL they know how DEEPLY you CARE!
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (226) 916-5346
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Darlene Mathews
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MA, RSW, RCC, ACS

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Life Transitions
  • Parenting
  • Domestic Abuse

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Body Positivity
  • Cancer
  • Career Guidance
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Dementia
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Grief
  • Life Coaching
  • Mood Disorders
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
Do these issues align with your needs? or (226) 916-5346
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Darlene Mathews
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MA, RSW, RCC, ACS
Do these issues align with your needs? or (226) 916-5346
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Darlene Mathews
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MA, RSW, RCC, ACS

9 Endorsements

Haylie Palichuk
Haylie Palichuk
Pre-Licensed ProfessionalBA
Darlene is exceptional at fostering growth in both clients and supervisees. Her compassion, empathy, honesty, and humour help those whom she supports feel accepted and motivated to make meaningful change.
Wendy Huang
Wendy Huang
CounsellorMACPRCC
Darlene's integrity, intuition, and insight help hold her clients accountable in their journey of growth and healing. She has a kind heart, her directive style is conducive for great change, and I have learned so much from her professional guidance.
David Qi
David Qi
CounsellorRCC
Darlene is a great supervisor. She helped me find my own way of connecting with clients and was always there when I needed support. She was kind but also did not shy away from pointing out my learning edges.
Mary Tuhkala Counselling And Play Therapy
Mary Tuhkala Counselling And Play Therapy
CounsellorMA
Darlene has been my supervisor for two years. She helped me grow and develop as a student, and continues to do so as I start my career. Darlene truly goes above and beyond. She has a wealth of knowledge that makes her a valuable professional connection.
Dan Smith
Dan Smith
CounsellorMARCC
Darlene's welcoming, calm demeanour makes clients feel immediately accepted and comfortable sharing their experiences. With her wealth of experience, those fortunate to work with Darlene can feel assured they are working with a remarkable clinician.
Gurpreet Nahal
Gurpreet Nahal
CounsellorMARCCCCC
Darlene is a very supportive supervisor who provides a wealth of knowledge to her students. I had the pleasure of being supervised by her throughout my practicum experience and found her to be personable, empathetic, and helpful as I learned!
Colleen Vantol
Colleen Vantol
CounsellorMACPRCC
Darlene has a wealth of lived experience and counselling skills to help you navigate your needs and priorities. She touches clients and colleagues with her compassion, empathy and enthusiasm for this work.
Julia Siedlanowska
Julia Siedlanowska
CounsellorMARCC
Darlene is a wonderfully supportive supervisor who offers her honest feedback in a personable and constructive way, carrying a wealth of knowledge from many years of experience in the field.
Marianne Cottingham
Marianne Cottingham
MACCC
I've had the pleasure of working with Darlene as a colleague. Darlene's gentle nature, amazing clinical insights, and ability to come alongside and support those she works with (clients, colleagues, and supervisees alike) make her amazing at what she does!

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Immuno-disorders
Single Mother

Ethnicity

Indigenous Peoples
Pacific Islander

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Immuno-disorders
Single Mother

Ethnicity

Indigenous Peoples
Pacific Islander

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Qualified Supervisors
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Expressive Arts
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Feminist
  • Gestalt
  • Gottman Method
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Positive Psychology
  • Rational Emotive Behaviour (REBT)
  • Reality Therapy
  • Sandplay
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Structural Family Therapy
  • Trauma Focused
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (226) 916-5346
Photo of Darlene Mathews, BSW, MA, RSW, RCC, ACS, Registered Social Worker
Darlene Mathews
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MA, RSW, RCC, ACS
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (226) 916-5346
Photo of Darlene Mathews, BSW, MA, RSW, RCC, ACS, Registered Social Worker
Darlene Mathews
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MA, RSW, RCC, ACS

Location

Primary Location

Victoria, BC V8Z

(226) 916-5346

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

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I am accepting new clients for video or telephone sessions only. Please feel free to contact me for a full session or a 15-minute consult
Call for a free consultation now - (226) 916-5346
Photo of Darlene Mathews, BSW, MA, RSW, RCC, ACS, Registered Social Worker
Darlene Mathews
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MA, RSW, RCC, ACS
"
I am accepting new clients for video or telephone sessions only. Please feel free to contact me for a full session or a 15-minute consult
Call for a free consultation now - (226) 916-5346
Photo of Darlene Mathews, BSW, MA, RSW, RCC, ACS, Registered Social Worker
Darlene Mathews
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MA, RSW, RCC, ACS