Grief Therapists in Campbell River, BC

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Karen Turner Clinical Counselling & Therapy
Counsellor, MA CPsy, RCC
Verified Verified
Online Only
Are you feeling stressed, anxious or depressed? Are others in your life concerned about you? Are you facing an unsettling change or feeling stuck? Are you feeling unfulfilled in life? Are you struggling to cope with the loss of someone close to you, other losses, or nearing the end of your life due to illness? Asking for help when in need is an expression of hope. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor in private practice located in Comox Valley BC providing services throughout BC. Please see below for the issues and challenges I work with and feel welcome to contact me.
Are you feeling stressed, anxious or depressed? Are others in your life concerned about you? Are you facing an unsettling change or feeling stuck? Are you feeling unfulfilled in life? Are you struggling to cope with the loss of someone close to you, other losses, or nearing the end of your life due to illness? Asking for help when in need is an expression of hope. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor in private practice located in Comox Valley BC providing services throughout BC. Please see below for the issues and challenges I work with and feel welcome to contact me.
(855) 782-1681 View (855) 782-1681
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Vanessa Luis
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, CCC, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Life can sometimes feel heavy, especially when dealing with trauma, relationship struggles, grief, or big life changes. You might feel uncertain or weighed down by past experiences, yearning for a way to move forward with greater clarity and strength. Working through these challenges can bring up a desire to heal, to feel truly seen and understood, and to build a life that feels balanced and fulfilling. Therapy offers a path toward exploring these feelings and experiences in a way that fosters growth, resilience, and a renewed sense of self.
Life can sometimes feel heavy, especially when dealing with trauma, relationship struggles, grief, or big life changes. You might feel uncertain or weighed down by past experiences, yearning for a way to move forward with greater clarity and strength. Working through these challenges can bring up a desire to heal, to feel truly seen and understood, and to build a life that feels balanced and fulfilling. Therapy offers a path toward exploring these feelings and experiences in a way that fosters growth, resilience, and a renewed sense of self.
(672) 784-0493 View (672) 784-0493
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Solstice Moon Counselling and Art Therapy
Counsellor, MC, RCC, CCC, RCAT, DVATI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Campbell River, BC V9W
Hello, my focus is towards supporting people who are seeking change in their lives. This may be those navigating career transitions, burnout, compassion fatigue, occupational trauma; or those experiencing grief and loss, complex trauma, depression or anxiety. Perhaps you seek support navigating the very complex realm of peri-menopause, menopause or post-menopause. I honour each person's unique story and the courage it takes to begin the journey towards change. Together, we will explore your experiences, uncover your strengths, and navigate the path travelling towards your definition of a more fulfilling, peace filled life.
Hello, my focus is towards supporting people who are seeking change in their lives. This may be those navigating career transitions, burnout, compassion fatigue, occupational trauma; or those experiencing grief and loss, complex trauma, depression or anxiety. Perhaps you seek support navigating the very complex realm of peri-menopause, menopause or post-menopause. I honour each person's unique story and the courage it takes to begin the journey towards change. Together, we will explore your experiences, uncover your strengths, and navigate the path travelling towards your definition of a more fulfilling, peace filled life.
(778) 608-3895 View (778) 608-3895
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Janis Guthy
Counsellor, MA, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
Campbell River, BC V9H
If you are feeling overwhelmed, that you are not in control of your life, or you are in an unfulfilling relationship or dealing with loss and grief, then you might need some help with overcoming these hurdles to create a positive and lasting change in your life.
Janis Guthy enjoys working with individuals from all backgrounds. She is committed to quality care, evidence-based therapeutic practices in a collaborative effort to improve your emotional, mental and spiritual well-being. Her aim is to help you develop your strengths and enable you to thrive.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, that you are not in control of your life, or you are in an unfulfilling relationship or dealing with loss and grief, then you might need some help with overcoming these hurdles to create a positive and lasting change in your life.
Janis Guthy enjoys working with individuals from all backgrounds. She is committed to quality care, evidence-based therapeutic practices in a collaborative effort to improve your emotional, mental and spiritual well-being. Her aim is to help you develop your strengths and enable you to thrive.
(343) 313-0143 View (343) 313-0143
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Bonnie Seitz
Counsellor, RCC, MA
Verified Verified
Online Only
I have worked with clients dealing with trauma, anxieties, depression, ADHD, autism, LGBTQIA+ issues, PTSD, spirituality, grief and loss, phobias, and relationship issues. I have worked with clients of many different spiritual beliefs and faiths, from Catholic to Hindu, pagan to atheist, and anything in-between, and I am an approved counsellor by the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA). I work with all my clients to create a sacred space that works for them, no matter what their needs are.
I have worked with clients dealing with trauma, anxieties, depression, ADHD, autism, LGBTQIA+ issues, PTSD, spirituality, grief and loss, phobias, and relationship issues. I have worked with clients of many different spiritual beliefs and faiths, from Catholic to Hindu, pagan to atheist, and anything in-between, and I am an approved counsellor by the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA). I work with all my clients to create a sacred space that works for them, no matter what their needs are.
(365) 363-3961 View (365) 363-3961
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Carrie Bahm
Registered Psychotherapist, RCC
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I am here to assist you on your journey. In these turbulent times sometimes one needs a place to just be so you can find your way back to yourself and what you truly believe and feel. I am here to assist in helping you find your centre and to connect to your own wisdom and joy. With 20yrs of experience I have worked in a variety of areas; grief and loss, life transitions ( ie; divorce, menopause, change of work etc), relationship issues, family matters, depression/anxiety, personal growth to name a few. My task is meeting you where you are and seeing the best in you so it can emerge strong and sure.
I am here to assist you on your journey. In these turbulent times sometimes one needs a place to just be so you can find your way back to yourself and what you truly believe and feel. I am here to assist in helping you find your centre and to connect to your own wisdom and joy. With 20yrs of experience I have worked in a variety of areas; grief and loss, life transitions ( ie; divorce, menopause, change of work etc), relationship issues, family matters, depression/anxiety, personal growth to name a few. My task is meeting you where you are and seeing the best in you so it can emerge strong and sure.
(782) 400-0593 View (782) 400-0593
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Julie Mills
Counsellor, RPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Finding the right counsellor, for you, can take some time. To help you - here are some of the areas I work with: life transitions, setting boundaries, nervous system regulation, building emotional awareness, grief and loss support, communication skills, self-esteem, dealing with workplace stress, and climate change uncertainty. My approach to counselling is to first build a trusting and collaborative, client-focused relationship in order to help my clients with their mental health and well-being. In session, I try to meet clients where they are at and support challenging issues both in their personal and professional lives.
Finding the right counsellor, for you, can take some time. To help you - here are some of the areas I work with: life transitions, setting boundaries, nervous system regulation, building emotional awareness, grief and loss support, communication skills, self-esteem, dealing with workplace stress, and climate change uncertainty. My approach to counselling is to first build a trusting and collaborative, client-focused relationship in order to help my clients with their mental health and well-being. In session, I try to meet clients where they are at and support challenging issues both in their personal and professional lives.
(782) 222-6954 View (782) 222-6954
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Emil Elton Christensen
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hello and welcome, I'm a registered clinical counsellor (RCC) accepting new clients on a virtual platform at this time. Utilizing talk therapy and EMDR, I work with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, complex trauma, addiction, compulsion, phobias, grief, stress, personality and behavioural issues etc. I use a person-centered approach, meaning that you are in control of your own therapeutic journey. We will work together to uncover the root cause of your presenting issues with the goal of decreasing symptom severity, and developing new, healthy, and sustainable coping mechanisms to manage current and future triggers.
Hello and welcome, I'm a registered clinical counsellor (RCC) accepting new clients on a virtual platform at this time. Utilizing talk therapy and EMDR, I work with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, complex trauma, addiction, compulsion, phobias, grief, stress, personality and behavioural issues etc. I use a person-centered approach, meaning that you are in control of your own therapeutic journey. We will work together to uncover the root cause of your presenting issues with the goal of decreasing symptom severity, and developing new, healthy, and sustainable coping mechanisms to manage current and future triggers.
(236) 358-7227 View (236) 358-7227
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Grunberg Patterson Centre for Counselling
Psychologist, PhD, RCC, RPsych
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Areas of special interest include: Trauma, Depression, Life Changes, Grief, and Chronic Pain.
Ethical, caring and safe relationships form the fabric of a rich and joyful life, therefore, individual and community healing go hand in hand. We believe in the healing power of a therapeutic relationship, where clients can feel valued and empowered to envision, practice and create change. Creating this relationship is the starting point for therapy. In all aspects of our work - therapy, assessment, consultation and education - we are committed to our clients and to the bonds of family, friendship and community that sustain them. We are proud of the way that we, as a practice, contribute to community health.
Areas of special interest include: Trauma, Depression, Life Changes, Grief, and Chronic Pain.
Ethical, caring and safe relationships form the fabric of a rich and joyful life, therefore, individual and community healing go hand in hand. We believe in the healing power of a therapeutic relationship, where clients can feel valued and empowered to envision, practice and create change. Creating this relationship is the starting point for therapy. In all aspects of our work - therapy, assessment, consultation and education - we are committed to our clients and to the bonds of family, friendship and community that sustain them. We are proud of the way that we, as a practice, contribute to community health.
(844) 611-2987 View (844) 611-2987
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Gretal Montgomery
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I specialize in issues of anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, stress and tension, spiritual emergence, grief and loss, life transitions, identity exploration and parenting.
In my 15 years of experience as a counsellor, I have come to understand the value for clients in communication and personal agency; to speak and be heard, to invite stillness and reflection, to see and be seen. There are times in life when talk therapy with its vast array of tools, techniques and well researched, empirically validated methods is precisely what soothes, building the foundation for change. If this is one of those times for you, connect with me so we can explore your concerns and I can support you with the transformation process you are seeking.
I specialize in issues of anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, stress and tension, spiritual emergence, grief and loss, life transitions, identity exploration and parenting.
In my 15 years of experience as a counsellor, I have come to understand the value for clients in communication and personal agency; to speak and be heard, to invite stillness and reflection, to see and be seen. There are times in life when talk therapy with its vast array of tools, techniques and well researched, empirically validated methods is precisely what soothes, building the foundation for change. If this is one of those times for you, connect with me so we can explore your concerns and I can support you with the transformation process you are seeking.
(581) 513-0068 View (581) 513-0068
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Sehleeah Schevers Rcc
Counsellor, BSc, MACP, CCC, RCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Campbell River, BC V9W
New Clients are welcome to book online, email, or call. Let’s talk about how therapy helps with the tough stuff. I help clients young and old (individuals, couples, families) to feel better. My approach includes trauma-informed somatic & yoga therapy,CBT, DBT, EFT, and mindfulness-based stress reduction. In life we sometimes feel lonely in our relationships. Conflict can make us anxious or depressed, and often overwhelmed. Sometimes we lose hope and stop trying. I encourage self love and self-compassion with playfulness and creativity. “Love has the intense ability to heal the wounds from the blows that life gives us.” Sue Johnson
New Clients are welcome to book online, email, or call. Let’s talk about how therapy helps with the tough stuff. I help clients young and old (individuals, couples, families) to feel better. My approach includes trauma-informed somatic & yoga therapy,CBT, DBT, EFT, and mindfulness-based stress reduction. In life we sometimes feel lonely in our relationships. Conflict can make us anxious or depressed, and often overwhelmed. Sometimes we lose hope and stop trying. I encourage self love and self-compassion with playfulness and creativity. “Love has the intense ability to heal the wounds from the blows that life gives us.” Sue Johnson
(249) 802-3584 View (249) 802-3584
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Amy Brown
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Online Only
* Currently only offering video sessions. Evening and weekend availability (as well as weekday)*. Throughout life we develop patterns of meeting our needs, responding to our emotions and responding to others. Expectations that others have for us may become expectations we have for ourselves and lead to living an unfulfilled life. Over time we can find ourselves stuck in these cycles that are no longer serving us and are getting in the way of living an authentic and meaningful life. This is when we may potentially experience stress, anxiety, depression, overwhelm and difficulty in relationships.
* Currently only offering video sessions. Evening and weekend availability (as well as weekday)*. Throughout life we develop patterns of meeting our needs, responding to our emotions and responding to others. Expectations that others have for us may become expectations we have for ourselves and lead to living an unfulfilled life. Over time we can find ourselves stuck in these cycles that are no longer serving us and are getting in the way of living an authentic and meaningful life. This is when we may potentially experience stress, anxiety, depression, overwhelm and difficulty in relationships.
(289) 806-1591 View (289) 806-1591
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Merel Scheepens
Counsellor, MA, CCC, RCC, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Serves Area
If you want to find your own life back, I would love to be your guide. As a Canadian Certified Counsellor, I specialize in PTSD and Complex Trauma. I have done extensive training in working with trauma with adolescents and adults. I am trustworthy. I work with the newest trauma therapy modalities. I use a combination of parts work (Internal Family Systems), Somatic therapy, eye-brain techniques, Emotional Focused Therapy, and Attachment theory. I am certified in level 2 of Complex Trauma Certification Training (CCPT-2). I have lived in four countries and aim to be culturally informed, strength-based, and collaborative.
If you want to find your own life back, I would love to be your guide. As a Canadian Certified Counsellor, I specialize in PTSD and Complex Trauma. I have done extensive training in working with trauma with adolescents and adults. I am trustworthy. I work with the newest trauma therapy modalities. I use a combination of parts work (Internal Family Systems), Somatic therapy, eye-brain techniques, Emotional Focused Therapy, and Attachment theory. I am certified in level 2 of Complex Trauma Certification Training (CCPT-2). I have lived in four countries and aim to be culturally informed, strength-based, and collaborative.
(226) 400-4847 View (226) 400-4847
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Katie St. Jean
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, RCC
Verified Verified
Campbell River, BC V9W
I work with individuals, couples and parents/parents-to-be. I approach therapy with sensitivity and compassion, providing a non-judgmental space for you to share your story, learn more about yourself, and explore what’s going on beneath the surface. We can work together to help you understand where you’re getting stuck, and find ways to move forward towards change, healing and growth. My approach places emphasis on identifying, exploring and understanding your emotions – leading to greater emotional awareness, self-understanding, and an increased ability to manage anxiety, stress, and whatever comes your way in life.
I work with individuals, couples and parents/parents-to-be. I approach therapy with sensitivity and compassion, providing a non-judgmental space for you to share your story, learn more about yourself, and explore what’s going on beneath the surface. We can work together to help you understand where you’re getting stuck, and find ways to move forward towards change, healing and growth. My approach places emphasis on identifying, exploring and understanding your emotions – leading to greater emotional awareness, self-understanding, and an increased ability to manage anxiety, stress, and whatever comes your way in life.
(250) 412-5104 View (250) 412-5104
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Shaylee Betts
Counsellor, RCC, MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Campbell River, BC V9W
My treatment focus is mainly solution-focused and strengths-based. I am experienced working with children (ages 7+), youth, adults, and seniors. My goal is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. Whether you prefer in-person sessions or the convenience of virtual appointments, I will always provide a neutral and safe space to listen to your concerns with care, and together we will customize an individualized treatment plan for you. I believe in the power of a collaborative therapeutic relationship and will work alongside you to support your path to healing and personal growth.
My treatment focus is mainly solution-focused and strengths-based. I am experienced working with children (ages 7+), youth, adults, and seniors. My goal is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. Whether you prefer in-person sessions or the convenience of virtual appointments, I will always provide a neutral and safe space to listen to your concerns with care, and together we will customize an individualized treatment plan for you. I believe in the power of a collaborative therapeutic relationship and will work alongside you to support your path to healing and personal growth.
(587) 206-4070 View (587) 206-4070
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Kyla Ketch
Counsellor, MA, BSc, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Campbell River, BC V9W
Kyla’s counselling approach with children, adolescents, and adults is energetic, innovative, and imaginative, grounded in mindfulness, somatic, and trauma-informed techniques. Also integrating aspects of cognitive behavioural and solution-focused therapies, Kyla’s approach allows her to work with clients on a deep, person-centred level to address challenges related to anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationships.
Kyla’s counselling approach with children, adolescents, and adults is energetic, innovative, and imaginative, grounded in mindfulness, somatic, and trauma-informed techniques. Also integrating aspects of cognitive behavioural and solution-focused therapies, Kyla’s approach allows her to work with clients on a deep, person-centred level to address challenges related to anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationships.
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Kelly-Ann Smiley
Counsellor, MACP, RCC, RP
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Through evidence-based therapeutic intervention I work to empower clients to live authentic and meaningful lives. I believe that a safe, non-judgemental, inclusive environment provides clients the opportunity to explore and address any mental health concern. Each client is unique, and therapy sessions are designed to be client-centered.
Through evidence-based therapeutic intervention I work to empower clients to live authentic and meaningful lives. I believe that a safe, non-judgemental, inclusive environment provides clients the opportunity to explore and address any mental health concern. Each client is unique, and therapy sessions are designed to be client-centered.
(250) 830-2551 View (250) 830-2551
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Carole Boivin
Counsellor, MEd, CCC, RCC
Verified Verified
Campbell River, BC V9W
Hi, as an experienced Registered Counsellor (23 years) & as a Certified EMDR Therapist, I am passionate about helping others find resolution, healing & happiness in their lives. Working in both English and French, I offer individual counselling & expertise in EMDR Therapy to provide support to overcome anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and self-esteem issues, & more. My approach has been honed through continuous study, and over many years of experience in the field.
Hi, as an experienced Registered Counsellor (23 years) & as a Certified EMDR Therapist, I am passionate about helping others find resolution, healing & happiness in their lives. Working in both English and French, I offer individual counselling & expertise in EMDR Therapy to provide support to overcome anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and self-esteem issues, & more. My approach has been honed through continuous study, and over many years of experience in the field.
(778) 348-0820 View (778) 348-0820
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Carla Petker
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified Verified
Campbell River, BC V9W
Many of the clients I work with are feeling "stuck" and are looking for support to move towards their goals. Feeling stuck often coincides with feelings of depression and anxiety. My clients and I work together to develop healthy coping strategies and to achieve satisfaction in their daily lives. My therapeutic work is grounded in humanistic and constructivist theories, meaning I believe the relationship between the client and the therapist is essential for fostering change and growth. I am a Registered Psychologist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC and have over 15 years of training and experience.
Many of the clients I work with are feeling "stuck" and are looking for support to move towards their goals. Feeling stuck often coincides with feelings of depression and anxiety. My clients and I work together to develop healthy coping strategies and to achieve satisfaction in their daily lives. My therapeutic work is grounded in humanistic and constructivist theories, meaning I believe the relationship between the client and the therapist is essential for fostering change and growth. I am a Registered Psychologist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC and have over 15 years of training and experience.
(604) 757-1489 View (604) 757-1489
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Rod Chant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, RCC, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Campbell River, BC V9W
Rod Chant is a family therapist experienced in working with couples, families and individuals. His approach includes recognizing unhealthy patterns of behaviour that can keep individuals and couples stuck, frustrated, sad and lonely. His expertise includes helping with managing such issues as anger, depression, anxiety, victimization, co-dependency and addiction, giving the support needed, and providing concrete solutions and tools that lead to more fulfilling life circumstances and relationships.
Rod Chant is a family therapist experienced in working with couples, families and individuals. His approach includes recognizing unhealthy patterns of behaviour that can keep individuals and couples stuck, frustrated, sad and lonely. His expertise includes helping with managing such issues as anger, depression, anxiety, victimization, co-dependency and addiction, giving the support needed, and providing concrete solutions and tools that lead to more fulfilling life circumstances and relationships.
(855) 758-9103 View (855) 758-9103
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How long does therapy take for grief?

There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.

When should you seek therapy for grief?

Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.

Can grief be managed without therapy?

Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.

What happens if grief is left untreated?

Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.