ADHD Therapists in Ladysmith, BC
Whether you're a parent supporting a child with Autism, PDA, or ADHD, navigating neurodivergence or brain injury as an adult, or exploring your identity, I offer a space for profound self-discovery and healing.
I'm Farrell, a registered art therapist in the Cowichan Valley, BC. Through Farrell Arts, I offer individual and group art therapy and walk and talk therapy. No art experience needed: just a willingness to show up.
I work with children and adults navigating transitions, trauma, and identity, with a particular passion for supporting LGBTQIA+ individuals. I also support adults with brain injuries and developmental disabilities, which has deepened my commitment to meeting every client exactly where they are.
Currently accepting new clients.
Whether you're a parent supporting a child with Autism, PDA, or ADHD, navigating neurodivergence or brain injury as an adult, or exploring your identity, I offer a space for profound self-discovery and healing.
I'm Farrell, a registered art therapist in the Cowichan Valley, BC. Through Farrell Arts, I offer individual and group art therapy and walk and talk therapy. No art experience needed: just a willingness to show up.
I work with children and adults navigating transitions, trauma, and identity, with a particular passion for supporting LGBTQIA+ individuals. I also support adults with brain injuries and developmental disabilities, which has deepened my commitment to meeting every client exactly where they are.
Currently accepting new clients.
Discovering you have ADHD as an adult can be a relief ( you finally know what's going on) and overwhelming (grieving the younger version of you that felt misunderstood, rejected and isolated.) I specialize in ADHD and offer individualized, collaborative counselling tailored to support meaningful healing and growth.
My work is integrative and flexible, drawing from approaches such as Nervous System Regulation, Somatic Practices that support mind-body awareness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Informed Care, Narrative Therapy, Attachment Theory, and Internal Family Systems (IFS). Together, we focus on what matters most to you.
Discovering you have ADHD as an adult can be a relief ( you finally know what's going on) and overwhelming (grieving the younger version of you that felt misunderstood, rejected and isolated.) I specialize in ADHD and offer individualized, collaborative counselling tailored to support meaningful healing and growth.
My work is integrative and flexible, drawing from approaches such as Nervous System Regulation, Somatic Practices that support mind-body awareness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Informed Care, Narrative Therapy, Attachment Theory, and Internal Family Systems (IFS). Together, we focus on what matters most to you.
Grounded in clinical training and lived experience, I support adults navigating ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma.
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.
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.
I have a special interest working with men, who are challenged by ADHD, anxiety, depression and/or burnout.
My approach is grounded within a compassionate, empathetic and a non-judgmental stance. Depending on you and your concerns, I can draw from various modalities and strategies within them. This include but are not limited to: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and (ACT).
I have a special interest working with men, who are challenged by ADHD, anxiety, depression and/or burnout.
My approach is grounded within a compassionate, empathetic and a non-judgmental stance. Depending on you and your concerns, I can draw from various modalities and strategies within them. This include but are not limited to: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and (ACT).
As a counsellor I show up just as I am and offer a genuine, heartfelt, relaxed environment with very little clinical feel. I intend to do this so that you will feel as comfortable walking into my office as you would walking into a friend’s living room. The relationship we will create together will be one of value, tailored to your individual needs and reasons for seeking therapy. I typically work with individuals ages 14 and over with various mental health concerns. Whether that’s struggling in daily life at home, work, school, in relationships, or you are an athlete facing a mental hurdle. This is about you and your needs.
As a counsellor I show up just as I am and offer a genuine, heartfelt, relaxed environment with very little clinical feel. I intend to do this so that you will feel as comfortable walking into my office as you would walking into a friend’s living room. The relationship we will create together will be one of value, tailored to your individual needs and reasons for seeking therapy. I typically work with individuals ages 14 and over with various mental health concerns. Whether that’s struggling in daily life at home, work, school, in relationships, or you are an athlete facing a mental hurdle. This is about you and your needs.
My clients come longing for stress relief for themselves or someone close, better relationship health, help with self-care and life meaning, and/or boundary support with others. Many experience significant grief and trauma. Parents want support in helping their children to grow holistically with a sense of self agency, cultural fluidity, meaningful life insights, and innovative/creative energy. Some come due to conflicted family breakups and needing support with loving, developmental missing pieces, and overcoming parental neglect or bypassing, or overcoming addictions.
My clients come longing for stress relief for themselves or someone close, better relationship health, help with self-care and life meaning, and/or boundary support with others. Many experience significant grief and trauma. Parents want support in helping their children to grow holistically with a sense of self agency, cultural fluidity, meaningful life insights, and innovative/creative energy. Some come due to conflicted family breakups and needing support with loving, developmental missing pieces, and overcoming parental neglect or bypassing, or overcoming addictions.
Exciting New Update….Same Day Appointments Now Available (Just email or text 778-269-0268)! I understand how deeply life, work, and mental health intertwine. With 15+ years’ experience, including as a General Manager at WorkBC, I help people gently untangle stress, anxiety, and the patterns that keep them stuck. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or like you’ve lost pieces of yourself along the way, you’re not alone. Together, we’ll slow things down, understand what’s happening beneath the surface, and help you feel more steady, supported, and yourself again.
Exciting New Update….Same Day Appointments Now Available (Just email or text 778-269-0268)! I understand how deeply life, work, and mental health intertwine. With 15+ years’ experience, including as a General Manager at WorkBC, I help people gently untangle stress, anxiety, and the patterns that keep them stuck. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or like you’ve lost pieces of yourself along the way, you’re not alone. Together, we’ll slow things down, understand what’s happening beneath the surface, and help you feel more steady, supported, and yourself again.
Are you or your child struggling with managing big emotions? Do you enjoy nature and the outdoors? Are you more comfortable in a natural setting than in an office?
Are you or your child struggling with managing big emotions? Do you enjoy nature and the outdoors? Are you more comfortable in a natural setting than in an office?
If life has begun to feel heavy on your shoulders, I’m here to help you find steadier ground. I’m Monique Hendricks, a Registered Clinical Counsellor on Vancouver Island, offering a soft and supportive space for people of all ages facing anxiety, depression, grief, or relational challenges. My trauma-informed approach is gentle and grounding. With your consent, my practice includes mindfulness or somatic awareness to help you reconnect with your breath, your body, and the quiet wisdom already within you.
Healing begins when you feel safe, supported, and truly heard.
If life has begun to feel heavy on your shoulders, I’m here to help you find steadier ground. I’m Monique Hendricks, a Registered Clinical Counsellor on Vancouver Island, offering a soft and supportive space for people of all ages facing anxiety, depression, grief, or relational challenges. My trauma-informed approach is gentle and grounding. With your consent, my practice includes mindfulness or somatic awareness to help you reconnect with your breath, your body, and the quiet wisdom already within you.
Healing begins when you feel safe, supported, and truly heard.
When I meet someone who is reaching out for support, you are my main concern. Everyone is different and has unique experiences, goals, and needs. Services provided at Creative Minds Counselling are tailored to you, your needs, and your goals. You are the center of our counselling plan.
When I meet someone who is reaching out for support, you are my main concern. Everyone is different and has unique experiences, goals, and needs. Services provided at Creative Minds Counselling are tailored to you, your needs, and your goals. You are the center of our counselling plan.
At Mindful Pathways Counselling Services, we are passionate about walking alongside individuals on their unique healing journeys. We provide compassionate and personalized therapy services that help people connect with their authentic selves. We’re here to listen, guide, and support you as you uncover the tools you need to thrive. Through a warm, non-judgemental approach, we aim to create a safe haven where you can openly share your thoughts and feelings, whether you’re facing challenges or simply seeking to grow. Together, we’ll walk a path toward healing and self-discovery.
At Mindful Pathways Counselling Services, we are passionate about walking alongside individuals on their unique healing journeys. We provide compassionate and personalized therapy services that help people connect with their authentic selves. We’re here to listen, guide, and support you as you uncover the tools you need to thrive. Through a warm, non-judgemental approach, we aim to create a safe haven where you can openly share your thoughts and feelings, whether you’re facing challenges or simply seeking to grow. Together, we’ll walk a path toward healing and self-discovery.
Brittany Sirtonski
Registered Psychotherapist, BAHons, MACP, ExA, RP, PhD(IP)
1 Endorsed
Ladysmith, BC V9G
Many of the problems we experience in life can be traced back to parts of ourself that are wounded or not properly integrated. I help you to reflect and make sense of your experience, and to work through areas of your life that bring discomfort. In moving through these discomforts/stuck areas in a new way, you release these wounds, become free from their grasp & move into more aligned, embodied & authentic living. We cannot fully integrate (become whole in our life) unless we heal & integrate all parts - including shadow work, healing parental and childhood wounds, ego work, sacred sexuality, reprogramming belief systems etc.
Many of the problems we experience in life can be traced back to parts of ourself that are wounded or not properly integrated. I help you to reflect and make sense of your experience, and to work through areas of your life that bring discomfort. In moving through these discomforts/stuck areas in a new way, you release these wounds, become free from their grasp & move into more aligned, embodied & authentic living. We cannot fully integrate (become whole in our life) unless we heal & integrate all parts - including shadow work, healing parental and childhood wounds, ego work, sacred sexuality, reprogramming belief systems etc.
Vancouver Island Therapy is a full service, multi—disciplinary health clinic focused on providing multiple healing services to help you and your family. Located in Nanaimo, BC, we service many communities including; Port Alberni, Qualicum, Parksville, Nanaimo, Ladysmith, Duncan to Victoria.
Vancouver Island Therapy is a full service, multi—disciplinary health clinic focused on providing multiple healing services to help you and your family. Located in Nanaimo, BC, we service many communities including; Port Alberni, Qualicum, Parksville, Nanaimo, Ladysmith, Duncan to Victoria.
I offer heart centred counselling for those committed to growth. I support Highly Sensitive People (HSP) and those struggling with anxiety or relationships. As humans, we thrive in connection. Having followed a path of self-discovery through Gestalt and Internal Family Systems, I want to share the healing modalities that have brought me clarity, freedom and joy. This is brave work. In counselling, you and I co-create a space where you can listen to and understand all parts of you. When the parts of you that have suffered are heard, loved and feel connected, they will transform.
I offer heart centred counselling for those committed to growth. I support Highly Sensitive People (HSP) and those struggling with anxiety or relationships. As humans, we thrive in connection. Having followed a path of self-discovery through Gestalt and Internal Family Systems, I want to share the healing modalities that have brought me clarity, freedom and joy. This is brave work. In counselling, you and I co-create a space where you can listen to and understand all parts of you. When the parts of you that have suffered are heard, loved and feel connected, they will transform.
I am currently accepting new clients. I specialize in EMDR and Art Therapy/Expressive Arts Therapy with adults. I am also trained in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy and Emotion Focused Therapy. Expressive Arts Therapy uses all the art forms including visual art, movement, music, theatre and writing. It is a gentle approach where internal resources are highlighted. It is a way to express, contain and problem solve difficult events and emotions. No art experience necessary.
I am currently accepting new clients. I specialize in EMDR and Art Therapy/Expressive Arts Therapy with adults. I am also trained in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy and Emotion Focused Therapy. Expressive Arts Therapy uses all the art forms including visual art, movement, music, theatre and writing. It is a gentle approach where internal resources are highlighted. It is a way to express, contain and problem solve difficult events and emotions. No art experience necessary.
Laurie Larkin-Boyle is a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Certified Art Therapist. As a former teacher, she has 20 years experience working with children and youth. Laurie offers in-person individual counselling for children and youth as well as online counselling for adults. She uses expressive art therapy and mindfulness-based approaches. Her therapeutic approach is client-centred and tailored to the individual needs of each client.
Laurie Larkin-Boyle is a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Certified Art Therapist. As a former teacher, she has 20 years experience working with children and youth. Laurie offers in-person individual counselling for children and youth as well as online counselling for adults. She uses expressive art therapy and mindfulness-based approaches. Her therapeutic approach is client-centred and tailored to the individual needs of each client.
Allius Counselling, Family & Play Therapy Services
Counsellor, MA, RCC-ACS, CPT, BCRPT-S
15 Endorsed
Serves Area
We are accepting new clients of all ages for psychotherapy. At Allius Counselling, we support people to connect with themselves in order to better connect with others. The more we learn about our own internal world, the more we can extend greater compassion to ourselves and to those around us. At Allius, we know the path to emotional well-being comes from those small, meaningful steps we take everyday that moves us a bit closer to what and who is most important to us. Together, we can co-create a plan that moves you forward in the direction of living a more meaningful life: one that is more connected to those you care about most.
We are accepting new clients of all ages for psychotherapy. At Allius Counselling, we support people to connect with themselves in order to better connect with others. The more we learn about our own internal world, the more we can extend greater compassion to ourselves and to those around us. At Allius, we know the path to emotional well-being comes from those small, meaningful steps we take everyday that moves us a bit closer to what and who is most important to us. Together, we can co-create a plan that moves you forward in the direction of living a more meaningful life: one that is more connected to those you care about most.
Hello! I'm Sian Trombley, a certified clinical counsellor and certified elementary teacher. with over twenty years of experience in various roles including school counsellor, administrator, and educational consultant. I am also the founder of www.thrivefamilycourses.com, a company dedicated to offering innovative online courses designed to help families thrive. As a teacher, I leverage my extensive background in education and counselling to enrich my work as a therapist and to develop the courses I offer at Thrive Family Co. My process-based approach to therapy is distinctly creative and personalized.
Hello! I'm Sian Trombley, a certified clinical counsellor and certified elementary teacher. with over twenty years of experience in various roles including school counsellor, administrator, and educational consultant. I am also the founder of www.thrivefamilycourses.com, a company dedicated to offering innovative online courses designed to help families thrive. As a teacher, I leverage my extensive background in education and counselling to enrich my work as a therapist and to develop the courses I offer at Thrive Family Co. My process-based approach to therapy is distinctly creative and personalized.
Are you feeling stuck repeating the same patterns, relational habits, or putting other people's needs before your own? Is your pain, grief, or past resentments continuing to surface and it's getting more difficult to suppress or ignore? Are you ready to lean in and confront some thoughts and feelings that might feel messy, complicated, or uncomfortable?
You deserve to have the space to say exactly what you're thinking without feeling like you have to walk on eggshells, censor yourself, or live in fear of judgement. What you are feeling and experiencing deserves to be acknowledged and processed, and I want to help with that.
Are you feeling stuck repeating the same patterns, relational habits, or putting other people's needs before your own? Is your pain, grief, or past resentments continuing to surface and it's getting more difficult to suppress or ignore? Are you ready to lean in and confront some thoughts and feelings that might feel messy, complicated, or uncomfortable?
You deserve to have the space to say exactly what you're thinking without feeling like you have to walk on eggshells, censor yourself, or live in fear of judgement. What you are feeling and experiencing deserves to be acknowledged and processed, and I want to help with that.
Living with anxiety, stress, overwhelm, or burnout? Numb, stuck or simply surviving? We live in crazy times! You’ve lived, loved, worked, possibly married and divorced, raised a family, cared for aging parents, surely succeeded in your unique ways and also dealt with life’s natural challenges and losses too. If a helper-type, other’s needs have likely come before your own. Life happens, and often not how planned. Whether anxious and stressed, have a heavy heart or upset emotions, stuck in unhealthy patterns of thought or behaviors, in loss or life transitions, unhappy in relationships, we ALL need support to shift / grow.
Living with anxiety, stress, overwhelm, or burnout? Numb, stuck or simply surviving? We live in crazy times! You’ve lived, loved, worked, possibly married and divorced, raised a family, cared for aging parents, surely succeeded in your unique ways and also dealt with life’s natural challenges and losses too. If a helper-type, other’s needs have likely come before your own. Life happens, and often not how planned. Whether anxious and stressed, have a heavy heart or upset emotions, stuck in unhealthy patterns of thought or behaviors, in loss or life transitions, unhappy in relationships, we ALL need support to shift / grow.
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ADHD Counsellors
When should I seek treatment for ADHD?
You should seek treatment for ADHD if you consistently have difficulty with attention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity that interferes with your daily life. Symptoms of ADHD include the inability to sustain attention during tasks, difficulty organizing tasks and activities, being easily distracted, frequent fidgeting or squirming, and talking or interrupting excessively. If these symptoms interfere with your career, academics, or relationships—for example, consistently failing to complete professional projects on time—you should seek an evaluation for ADHD.
How does treatment for ADHD work?
Effective treatment for ADHD often consists of medication, behavioral therapy, and lifestyle changes. Stimulant medications such as Adderall and Ritalin work by altering levels of neurotransmitters in the brain; higher levels of dopamine and norepinephrine are known to improve attention and focus. Therapy works by helping people with ADHD understand the condition, discuss their areas of difficulty, and develop behavioral strategies to manage their symptoms. In some cases, modifying one’s diet and exercise can also help improve symptoms.
Are there specific medications for ADHD?
Medications to treat ADHD are generally stimulants, the most common are Adderall and Ritalin. There are two categories of stimulants: Amphetamines include Adderall, Dyanavel, Vyvanse, and Dexedrine, and methylphenidates include Ritalin, Concerta, Daytrana, Focalin, Quillichew, Quillivant, and Metadate. Non-stimulants and antidepressants may be used as an alternative if stimulants aren’t effective or viable for a particular patient.
How long does treatment for ADHD take?
It’s tough to give an exact time frame because everyone varies. In terms of medications, stimulants begin to work very soon after you take them, generally within the hour. It may take time to identify the right medication and dosage, but the medication itself is fast-acting. In terms of therapy, it takes time to develop skills and put them into practice, but you will likely see improvements within a few weeks or months.