Cognitive Processing (CPT) Therapists in Ladysmith, BC
With over 20 years of clinical experience and a doctorate in the field, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals navigate the lasting impacts of trauma, PTSD, substance use, and complex emotional challenges. My work is grounded in compassion, evidence-based practice, and a deep respect for the resilience of the human spirit.
As a seasoned trauma counsellor, I strive to create a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered in their healing journey.
With over 20 years of clinical experience and a doctorate in the field, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals navigate the lasting impacts of trauma, PTSD, substance use, and complex emotional challenges. My work is grounded in compassion, evidence-based practice, and a deep respect for the resilience of the human spirit.
As a seasoned trauma counsellor, I strive to create a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered in their healing journey.
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 have dedicated the past i5 years of my life to working with First Responders. Before opening up my own practice I served as the Director of Trauma and Spiritual Care at a Treatment Centre located on Vancouver Island. I have met many people who have been my teachers. They have been struggling with PTSD, emotional dysregulation, depression, anxiety, loss of instinct of purpose. Some have been struggling with loss and grief not knowing how to grieve in a healthy manner. Others have been struggling with intense fear and self doubt knowing that change needs to happen in their lives and not knowing how to move forward.
I have dedicated the past i5 years of my life to working with First Responders. Before opening up my own practice I served as the Director of Trauma and Spiritual Care at a Treatment Centre located on Vancouver Island. I have met many people who have been my teachers. They have been struggling with PTSD, emotional dysregulation, depression, anxiety, loss of instinct of purpose. Some have been struggling with loss and grief not knowing how to grieve in a healthy manner. Others have been struggling with intense fear and self doubt knowing that change needs to happen in their lives and not knowing how to move forward.
I have had the honour throughout the past 20 years of my career to witness the power of individuals and families to make positive changes in their lives. My past experience includes work within counselling agencies, health centres, and with the government, supporting children, youth, and adults. My primary areas of therapy include anxiety, depression, stress, self esteem and interpersonal issues. I have specific training in cognitive-behavioural therapy and trauma focused CBT. I believe the relationship between myself and those I work with is integral, where your preferences inform our time together.
I have had the honour throughout the past 20 years of my career to witness the power of individuals and families to make positive changes in their lives. My past experience includes work within counselling agencies, health centres, and with the government, supporting children, youth, and adults. My primary areas of therapy include anxiety, depression, stress, self esteem and interpersonal issues. I have specific training in cognitive-behavioural therapy and trauma focused CBT. I believe the relationship between myself and those I work with is integral, where your preferences inform our time together.
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ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS - Now open in Sidney, BC! Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, struggling, stuck in negative self-thought patterns, or in need of a little help to sort through life’s challenges? You are not alone and I can help. As a therapist, I have developed skills to support and help you along your healing journey. Our therapeutic relationship is an integral part of your healing and it is my goal to provide a safe, nonjudgmental, compassionate environment based on caring and trust. We can work together to help you find ways to overcome life's difficulties and challenges so you can live your best life.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS - Now open in Sidney, BC! Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, struggling, stuck in negative self-thought patterns, or in need of a little help to sort through life’s challenges? You are not alone and I can help. As a therapist, I have developed skills to support and help you along your healing journey. Our therapeutic relationship is an integral part of your healing and it is my goal to provide a safe, nonjudgmental, compassionate environment based on caring and trust. We can work together to help you find ways to overcome life's difficulties and challenges so you can live your best life.
I specialize in anxiety and related concerns, including OCD, panic, phobias, hoarding, body-focused repetitive behaviours (BFRBs), and tics.
I provide an affirming approach for neurodiverse and 2sLGBTQIA+ adults and youth. I offer support for confirmed or suspected ADH(D) and/or Autism and navigating late diagnosis.
I have a special interest in working with those experiencing anxiety related to fertility challenges, pregnancy, and post-partum as well as parenting challenges.
I am committed to using evidence-based therapies in a person-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally inclusive way.
I specialize in anxiety and related concerns, including OCD, panic, phobias, hoarding, body-focused repetitive behaviours (BFRBs), and tics.
I provide an affirming approach for neurodiverse and 2sLGBTQIA+ adults and youth. I offer support for confirmed or suspected ADH(D) and/or Autism and navigating late diagnosis.
I have a special interest in working with those experiencing anxiety related to fertility challenges, pregnancy, and post-partum as well as parenting challenges.
I am committed to using evidence-based therapies in a person-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally inclusive way.
Relationships are hard. Whether you are a parent, part of a couple, or caring for someone that needs you ... it may be the most important job you've taken on. But the two of you aren't getting along. You're beating yourself up, because you keep screwing up your job, when all you want to do is make things better for both of you. Are either of you neurodivergent? If so, you might even be coping with your own issues, and/or while trying to help them with theirs. You're scared of the future, and sometimes angry at the other person. You're lonely and even burnt out, because others don't understand.
Relationships are hard. Whether you are a parent, part of a couple, or caring for someone that needs you ... it may be the most important job you've taken on. But the two of you aren't getting along. You're beating yourself up, because you keep screwing up your job, when all you want to do is make things better for both of you. Are either of you neurodivergent? If so, you might even be coping with your own issues, and/or while trying to help them with theirs. You're scared of the future, and sometimes angry at the other person. You're lonely and even burnt out, because others don't understand.
Everyone’s path is life is unique, including the parts that are challenging. Whether you're navigating overwhelming emotions, relationship difficulties, past trauma, or life transitions, you’re not alone and don't have to face it alone. I offer a warm, collaborative space where your experiences are met with compassion and curiosity, not judgement. My approach is grounded in the belief that healing happens through a trusting relationship and a deep understanding of your unique story.
Everyone’s path is life is unique, including the parts that are challenging. Whether you're navigating overwhelming emotions, relationship difficulties, past trauma, or life transitions, you’re not alone and don't have to face it alone. I offer a warm, collaborative space where your experiences are met with compassion and curiosity, not judgement. My approach is grounded in the belief that healing happens through a trusting relationship and a deep understanding of your unique story.
From Europe to Canada, Nicolas has always been thrilled to offer individual counselling adapting various tools and approaches to each and every individual and their personality.
As a Clinical Counsellor, He is aware of how challenging and overwhelming it can be to find accessible and non-judgemental counselling. It is why Nicolas strives to provide you with accountable and adapted services that support you in your journey towards accomplishing and achieving your therapeutic goals.
From Europe to Canada, Nicolas has always been thrilled to offer individual counselling adapting various tools and approaches to each and every individual and their personality.
As a Clinical Counsellor, He is aware of how challenging and overwhelming it can be to find accessible and non-judgemental counselling. It is why Nicolas strives to provide you with accountable and adapted services that support you in your journey towards accomplishing and achieving your therapeutic goals.
You’ve tried coping. You’ve tried avoiding. Now you want change that lasts. Whether it’s anger you can’t control, low self-worth, patterns that are hurting you, or feeling like you’ve lost yourself, you’re ready for honest feedback and a therapist who won’t just nod along. I work with individuals, couples, and families specializing in trauma, life transitions, addiction, and relationship issues.
You’ve tried coping. You’ve tried avoiding. Now you want change that lasts. Whether it’s anger you can’t control, low self-worth, patterns that are hurting you, or feeling like you’ve lost yourself, you’re ready for honest feedback and a therapist who won’t just nod along. I work with individuals, couples, and families specializing in trauma, life transitions, addiction, and relationship issues.
I support adults navigating trauma, grief, anxiety, addiction, codependency, life transitions, relationship challenges, and feelings of being overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves. Many have spent years carrying burdens alone or caring for others while neglecting their own needs. Together, we create a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where healing can unfold at a pace that feels right for you. Through trauma-informed care and evidence-based approaches, I help clients reconnect with their strengths, find relief from emotional pain, and move forward with greater clarity, resilience, and self-compassion.
I support adults navigating trauma, grief, anxiety, addiction, codependency, life transitions, relationship challenges, and feelings of being overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves. Many have spent years carrying burdens alone or caring for others while neglecting their own needs. Together, we create a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where healing can unfold at a pace that feels right for you. Through trauma-informed care and evidence-based approaches, I help clients reconnect with their strengths, find relief from emotional pain, and move forward with greater clarity, resilience, and self-compassion.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by past trauma, anxiety, or depression, struggling with relationships, career pressures, cultural identity, or managing burnout. You want to heal and feel understood, to regain control, and move forward. Whether you're a professional, a first responder, or navigating major life transitions, you seek guidance in managing stress, building resilience and finding emotional balance. You want to break free from the emotional burdens holding you back, and move toward a life of greater fulfillment and well-being.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by past trauma, anxiety, or depression, struggling with relationships, career pressures, cultural identity, or managing burnout. You want to heal and feel understood, to regain control, and move forward. Whether you're a professional, a first responder, or navigating major life transitions, you seek guidance in managing stress, building resilience and finding emotional balance. You want to break free from the emotional burdens holding you back, and move toward a life of greater fulfillment and well-being.
Lisa Klco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD(c), MSW, MACP, RSW
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Waitlist for new clients
My primary work is in sexual, and complex mental health concerns. I have extensive training in ISTDP, Direct Neurofeedback (DNF), and behavioral approaches such as CBT, and DBT. This makes me highly effective working with disorders such as anxiety, depression, BPD, addictions, pain and medically complex conditions. My diverse range of skills, such including harassment investigation, and conflict resolution mediation, with my 25 years in the military proves me to be a very direct clinician. I work with individuals, couples and families/supports with varied needs. Most importantly, I strive to provide a safe space for all clients.
My primary work is in sexual, and complex mental health concerns. I have extensive training in ISTDP, Direct Neurofeedback (DNF), and behavioral approaches such as CBT, and DBT. This makes me highly effective working with disorders such as anxiety, depression, BPD, addictions, pain and medically complex conditions. My diverse range of skills, such including harassment investigation, and conflict resolution mediation, with my 25 years in the military proves me to be a very direct clinician. I work with individuals, couples and families/supports with varied needs. Most importantly, I strive to provide a safe space for all clients.
I offer evidence based, compassionate and collaborative psychological treatment for teens, adults and couples. I seek to create a safe, nurturing relationship so that my clients can process, explore, and heal from the challenges that are keeping them stuck.
I offer evidence based, compassionate and collaborative psychological treatment for teens, adults and couples. I seek to create a safe, nurturing relationship so that my clients can process, explore, and heal from the challenges that are keeping them stuck.
Although I am also a couples counsellor, I work primarily with those who have experienced trauma. Trauma is the experience of being emotionally and psychologically overwhelmed and overcome for weeks, months, or years by adverse childhood experiences and adult traumatic events. My focus is always on the present and a hopeful future - how can those debilitated by anxiety, shame, poor self-worth, child sexual abuse, c-PTSD and PTSD, and dissociative disorders including Dissociative Identity Disorder, become healthy enough to meet their own needs for income, housing, affirming relationships, and wellness - physical, emotional AND mental
Although I am also a couples counsellor, I work primarily with those who have experienced trauma. Trauma is the experience of being emotionally and psychologically overwhelmed and overcome for weeks, months, or years by adverse childhood experiences and adult traumatic events. My focus is always on the present and a hopeful future - how can those debilitated by anxiety, shame, poor self-worth, child sexual abuse, c-PTSD and PTSD, and dissociative disorders including Dissociative Identity Disorder, become healthy enough to meet their own needs for income, housing, affirming relationships, and wellness - physical, emotional AND mental
Are you hurting inside? Maybe you feel lonely and alone with a pain and suffering that only gets worse. You worry about what you do or don't do. You worry how others see you, or about how you feel. Maybe you don't like yourself very much. Your life seems to have gotten smaller. Relationships have you feeling confused, broken, scared, lost or just numb so you avoid them. You don't know how to go forward even though you've been trying and searching for help. You are worried that things will never get better in your life. You ask yourself, "Will I ever get better?"
Are you hurting inside? Maybe you feel lonely and alone with a pain and suffering that only gets worse. You worry about what you do or don't do. You worry how others see you, or about how you feel. Maybe you don't like yourself very much. Your life seems to have gotten smaller. Relationships have you feeling confused, broken, scared, lost or just numb so you avoid them. You don't know how to go forward even though you've been trying and searching for help. You are worried that things will never get better in your life. You ask yourself, "Will I ever get better?"
I take an eclectic, multi-modal approach to therapy, assisting you in dealing with transitional issues in your life. When experiencing life changes, I will walk alongside you through the restorative process and shine light where it is needed, as you explore your feelings and adapt to the changes taking place in your life.
I take an eclectic, multi-modal approach to therapy, assisting you in dealing with transitional issues in your life. When experiencing life changes, I will walk alongside you through the restorative process and shine light where it is needed, as you explore your feelings and adapt to the changes taking place in your life.
Congratulations on taking the first step toward healing. If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure, know you're not alone and support is within reach. I’ve been where you are, and my own healing journey inspired me to help others overcome complex trauma. Since 2020, I’ve been helping clients reconnect with their authentic selves, feel lighter by processing the past, and move forward with confidence. Through a compassionate, non-judgmental space, we’ll work together toward a healthier, more empowered future. Healing is possible and it starts now.
Congratulations on taking the first step toward healing. If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure, know you're not alone and support is within reach. I’ve been where you are, and my own healing journey inspired me to help others overcome complex trauma. Since 2020, I’ve been helping clients reconnect with their authentic selves, feel lighter by processing the past, and move forward with confidence. Through a compassionate, non-judgmental space, we’ll work together toward a healthier, more empowered future. Healing is possible and it starts now.
Hello, I am a registered psychologist working online with adults across British Columbia. I provide evidence-based treatment for OCD, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder. I enjoy working collaboratively with clients to develop meaningful goals, teach practical skills, and provide empathetic support. My clients say they value my authenticity and warmth, and I admire their determination to improve their lives. Treatment can be difficult, and I believe a solid therapeutic relationship is essential so we can work as a team to move forward and overcome barriers together.
Hello, I am a registered psychologist working online with adults across British Columbia. I provide evidence-based treatment for OCD, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder. I enjoy working collaboratively with clients to develop meaningful goals, teach practical skills, and provide empathetic support. My clients say they value my authenticity and warmth, and I admire their determination to improve their lives. Treatment can be difficult, and I believe a solid therapeutic relationship is essential so we can work as a team to move forward and overcome barriers together.
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How does cognitive processing therapy work?
A CPT therapist helps a client evaluate their thoughts about the trauma they experienced, focusing on maladaptive or self-blaming thoughts that can exacerbate symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, or depression. The therapist will work with a client to help them learn to challenge such thoughts and consider different perspectives. The therapist is also likely to ask a client to work on these techniques at home between meetings, such as writing an account of their trauma that can be read aloud during a future session.
What is cognitive processing therapy for PTSD?
Cognitive processing therapy (CPT) is a form of cognitive-behavioural therapy primarily used in the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to treat individuals who experienced abuse or violence, who survived natural disasters, who were first responders to such incidents, or who otherwise experienced trauma.
How long does cognitive processing therapy last?
CPT is a short-term therapy. Whether conducted one-on-one or in a group, a complete set of CPT sessions typically includes 12 weekly sessions, along with tasks for clients to complete at home, although this can vary depending on a client’s needs or a therapist’s particular treatment plan. Sessions typically last 60 or 90 minutes.
How effective is cognitive processing therapy?
A large body of research supports the use of CPT to treat people experiencing PTSD, finding it to be effective among different age groups, either in one-on-one therapy sessions or in a group therapy environment. Research suggests that although the initial sessions may be difficult, clients tend to begin to feel positive progress after the first few sessions, and that the benefits tend to last well after the therapy ends.