Barb Foston
Counsellor, MA, RCC (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
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Life can feel overwhelming, especially when anxiety, depression, past trauma, or relationship challenges make it hard to feel like yourself. You may struggle with boundaries, get stuck in negative thought patterns, or feel unsure of your next steps. Therapy offers a space where you don’t have to face these challenges alone, or already have all the answers. I provide a collaborative, compassionate approach, meeting you where you are. Together, we’ll explore your experiences, shift unhelpful patterns, strengthen coping skills, and foster a more balanced, fulfilling life.
Grounded in clinical training and lived experience, I support adults navigating ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma. With a trauma-informed, integrative approach, I walk alongside you with care and curiosity to help you understand yourself and build a more manageable, authentic way of engaging in life.
Our relationship will be guided by a commitment to creating a safe, supportive space. I will meet you with warmth, respect, and acceptance, honouring who you are and where you are in your journey. I understand that vulnerability can feel unsettling at times, and I want you to know that this is a space where you are welcome to show up fully, at your own pace.
Call or Email Barb Foston now for a free 15 minute consultation - (778) 770-5348
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $160
- Couple Sessions $180
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Blue Cross
- Canada Life | Great-West Life
- Great-West Life
- Green Shield Canada
- Manulife
- Pacific Blue Cross
- SunLife
Barb Foston
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 770-5348
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of British Columbia / 17033 Barb Foston
- In Practice for 8 years
- Attended Yorkville University, Master of Arts Counselling Psychology, Graduated 2018
- Degree/Diploma from University of Victoria Child and Youth Care Degree / 2012
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Barb Foston
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 770-5348
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Depression
Expertise
- Behavioural Issues
- Coping Skills
- Developmental Disorders
- Dual Diagnosis
- Emotional Disturbance
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Thinking Disorders
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
Barb Foston
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 770-5348
3 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Indigenous Peoples
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Indigenous Peoples
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Person-Centered
- Relational
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Barb Foston
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (778) 770-5348
Location
Primary Location
Wavecrest Counselling Services
5456 Altavista Drive
Nanaimo, BC V9T
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