Divorce Therapists in Mill Bay, BC
I know you already have your own resources and skills to deal with your struggles. My skills and experiences are simply to help you find these resources within you. A person comes to me because they are stuck and lost in stressful worries or getting angry too quickly or frustrated and powerless in conflicts with other. Our work together is for you to find your natural instinct and insights to develop the clarity to move forward. The skills I use to help you are in grounded in Somatic Experiencing, an understanding of the dynamic of your nervous systems and Focusing, a therapy skill to open your clarity and the way to go forward.
I know you already have your own resources and skills to deal with your struggles. My skills and experiences are simply to help you find these resources within you. A person comes to me because they are stuck and lost in stressful worries or getting angry too quickly or frustrated and powerless in conflicts with other. Our work together is for you to find your natural instinct and insights to develop the clarity to move forward. The skills I use to help you are in grounded in Somatic Experiencing, an understanding of the dynamic of your nervous systems and Focusing, a therapy skill to open your clarity and the way to go forward.
Are you wanting to create a better life rather than settling for status quo? Maybe just getting by while filled with anxiety and feelings of hopeless; using excess food, drugs or alcohol just to cope. I believe it takes courage and tremendous willingness to begin a path of change and personal transformation and it is an honour and a joy to walk with people on their journey toward wholeness. My work with clients often leaves me in awe of the strength of the human spirit as I witness individuals overcome trauma and self-destructive behaviours and move toward their dreams while embracing their authentic self.
Are you wanting to create a better life rather than settling for status quo? Maybe just getting by while filled with anxiety and feelings of hopeless; using excess food, drugs or alcohol just to cope. I believe it takes courage and tremendous willingness to begin a path of change and personal transformation and it is an honour and a joy to walk with people on their journey toward wholeness. My work with clients often leaves me in awe of the strength of the human spirit as I witness individuals overcome trauma and self-destructive behaviours and move toward their dreams while embracing their authentic self.
Lisa is the owner and primary contact at Lilypad Counselling, as of Jan/2026, she is on sabbatical but will continue to connect clients with one of our counsellors. We can help you to feel inspired by life, help with life overwhelm and stress and relationship issues. We believe the answers you seek are within and it’s our job to guide you to your own inner wisdom and explore new perspectives. We offer online/video and phone/text/email support. Through personal insight and awareness, you can begin to mend relationships and feel lighter, more connected and equipped to manage life's challenges.
Lisa is the owner and primary contact at Lilypad Counselling, as of Jan/2026, she is on sabbatical but will continue to connect clients with one of our counsellors. We can help you to feel inspired by life, help with life overwhelm and stress and relationship issues. We believe the answers you seek are within and it’s our job to guide you to your own inner wisdom and explore new perspectives. We offer online/video and phone/text/email support. Through personal insight and awareness, you can begin to mend relationships and feel lighter, more connected and equipped to manage life's challenges.
I am pleased to offer solution-based, action-oriented counselling to individuals, couples, and groups needing assistance with everyday problems. I am especially effective with those who wish to learn skills & strategies that will allow them to make healthy, sustainable changes. I tailor my therapeutic approach to suit your needs, and create a comfort zone where you can come home to your authentic self and the potential within. In other words, I help you get out of your own way! I also bring over 30 years of sports coaching experience to my practice as a psychologist in Victoria BC.
I am pleased to offer solution-based, action-oriented counselling to individuals, couples, and groups needing assistance with everyday problems. I am especially effective with those who wish to learn skills & strategies that will allow them to make healthy, sustainable changes. I tailor my therapeutic approach to suit your needs, and create a comfort zone where you can come home to your authentic self and the potential within. In other words, I help you get out of your own way! I also bring over 30 years of sports coaching experience to my practice as a psychologist in Victoria BC.
Today's world is stressful and it is easy to feel overwhelmed by conflict, stress, and everyday pressures. Let me help you find calm and the ability to cope with your own personal stressors. With 30 years' experience working with people in a variety of roles, I can work with you to discover, investigate, and address the stressors in your life, so you are a better person to yourself and those around you. If you are ready to take these steps, I encourage you to reach out and so we can work together to make the changes you envision in your life.
Today's world is stressful and it is easy to feel overwhelmed by conflict, stress, and everyday pressures. Let me help you find calm and the ability to cope with your own personal stressors. With 30 years' experience working with people in a variety of roles, I can work with you to discover, investigate, and address the stressors in your life, so you are a better person to yourself and those around you. If you are ready to take these steps, I encourage you to reach out and so we can work together to make the changes you envision in your life.
I specialize in trauma, neurodiversity, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, EMDR, parenting support, childhood anxiety and attachment, separation and divorce, co-parenting, child and teen counselling, LGBTQ+ affirming care, Gottman therapy, and anxiety, depression and grief.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or navigating difficult experiences in our life or relationships. I offer a warm, respectful, and non-judgmental space where you can explore what's going on and feel supported in making meaningful changes.
With over 20 years of counselling experience, I work with individuals, couples, children, teens and families using approaches like psychodynamic therapy, DBT, and trauma-informed approaches. My goal is to tailor our work to your experiences and needs, so that therapy feels empowering and collaborative.
I hold a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology and am a provider with FNHA and CVAP.
I specialize in trauma, neurodiversity, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, EMDR, parenting support, childhood anxiety and attachment, separation and divorce, co-parenting, child and teen counselling, LGBTQ+ affirming care, Gottman therapy, and anxiety, depression and grief.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or navigating difficult experiences in our life or relationships. I offer a warm, respectful, and non-judgmental space where you can explore what's going on and feel supported in making meaningful changes.
With over 20 years of counselling experience, I work with individuals, couples, children, teens and families using approaches like psychodynamic therapy, DBT, and trauma-informed approaches. My goal is to tailor our work to your experiences and needs, so that therapy feels empowering and collaborative.
I hold a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology and am a provider with FNHA and CVAP.
It is my role as a registered clinical counsellor to create an environment of trust and confidence. Each individual has the quintessential need to connect with others, to explore his/her sense of self, and to understand their cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and interpersonal reactions. I provide my clients the guidance to move toward this understanding. Together collaboratively, we work to remove the obstacles that are preventing forward movement towards a more positive fulfilling life. It is my goal, through therapy, to nurture and support my clients and to facilitate positive change.
It is my role as a registered clinical counsellor to create an environment of trust and confidence. Each individual has the quintessential need to connect with others, to explore his/her sense of self, and to understand their cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and interpersonal reactions. I provide my clients the guidance to move toward this understanding. Together collaboratively, we work to remove the obstacles that are preventing forward movement towards a more positive fulfilling life. It is my goal, through therapy, to nurture and support my clients and to facilitate positive change.
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Others are navigating major life transitions—parenthood, separation, divorce, or blending families—and want guidance to reduce stress and strengthen relationships.
I use the Gottman Method to help couples recognize harmful dynamics, build healthier communication, and increase intimacy, empathy, and trust. I also provide specialized support for separation, co-parenting, and blended families. My goal is to equip couples with strategies they can rely on both during and long after counselling.
Others are navigating major life transitions—parenthood, separation, divorce, or blending families—and want guidance to reduce stress and strengthen relationships.
I use the Gottman Method to help couples recognize harmful dynamics, build healthier communication, and increase intimacy, empathy, and trust. I also provide specialized support for separation, co-parenting, and blended families. My goal is to equip couples with strategies they can rely on both during and long after counselling.
Navigating a divorce is one of the most exhausting, confusing, and lonely experiences of your life.
I work with adults, parents, and teens (aged 13+) who are navigating complex relationships and life transitions using a trauma-informed, culturally-sensitive approach. My areas of focus are divorce & separation, co-parenting, blended families, post-separation abuse, relationships, family conflict, and self-care.
Navigating a divorce is one of the most exhausting, confusing, and lonely experiences of your life.
I work with adults, parents, and teens (aged 13+) who are navigating complex relationships and life transitions using a trauma-informed, culturally-sensitive approach. My areas of focus are divorce & separation, co-parenting, blended families, post-separation abuse, relationships, family conflict, and self-care.
I specialize in helping people heal from chronic stress, relational trauma (adverse childhood experiences, loss, separation, divorce, abuse), and PTSD.
Do you notice yourself often feeling resentment, anger, guilt, or shame? Are you longing for connection but often feel uncared for or let down by others? Do you find yourself constantly numbing out or in a state of flight or fight? If you're stuck repetitively experiecing these reactions and are ready to get off the rollercoaster, then please keep reading. I understand how these patterns can disrupt mood, energy level, and cognitive functioning, making it difficult to fully enjoy daily activities and relationships. It's exhausting. You deserve to live with greater ease and calm.
I specialize in helping people heal from chronic stress, relational trauma (adverse childhood experiences, loss, separation, divorce, abuse), and PTSD.
Do you notice yourself often feeling resentment, anger, guilt, or shame? Are you longing for connection but often feel uncared for or let down by others? Do you find yourself constantly numbing out or in a state of flight or fight? If you're stuck repetitively experiecing these reactions and are ready to get off the rollercoaster, then please keep reading. I understand how these patterns can disrupt mood, energy level, and cognitive functioning, making it difficult to fully enjoy daily activities and relationships. It's exhausting. You deserve to live with greater ease and calm.
You care deeply about your relationships but often feel stuck, frustrated, or misunderstood. Anger, sadness, or bitter arguments can steal your joy, leaving you feeling lost or trapped. Maybe you’ve been stonewalled, betrayed, or caught in patterns of codependency, enmeshment, or love dependence. You might put up walls or feel disconnected through constant ups and downs. If you’re ready for change, I can guide you out of the chaos into fulfilling connection with yourself and others—helping you stay true to yourself while building relationships that thrive.
You care deeply about your relationships but often feel stuck, frustrated, or misunderstood. Anger, sadness, or bitter arguments can steal your joy, leaving you feeling lost or trapped. Maybe you’ve been stonewalled, betrayed, or caught in patterns of codependency, enmeshment, or love dependence. You might put up walls or feel disconnected through constant ups and downs. If you’re ready for change, I can guide you out of the chaos into fulfilling connection with yourself and others—helping you stay true to yourself while building relationships that thrive.
Do you find yourself repeating painful relationship patterns—feeling anxious, insecure, or disconnected in love? Struggling with breakups, fear of abandonment, or self-doubt? These challenges often trace back to early attachment wounds that still shape how you relate today. Whether you’re navigating dating, heartbreak, or the aftermath of difficult relationships, you don’t have to go through it alone. In individual therapy, I help you uncover these patterns, heal past hurts, and move toward more secure, fulfilling connections.
Do you find yourself repeating painful relationship patterns—feeling anxious, insecure, or disconnected in love? Struggling with breakups, fear of abandonment, or self-doubt? These challenges often trace back to early attachment wounds that still shape how you relate today. Whether you’re navigating dating, heartbreak, or the aftermath of difficult relationships, you don’t have to go through it alone. In individual therapy, I help you uncover these patterns, heal past hurts, and move toward more secure, fulfilling connections.
Hi you are a teen or adult , or a couple, who is/are looking for some help - someone to listen, understand and to give you some insight into your situation. You need to be heard and to sort through the confusion of thoughts and feelings you are having. You may want help in communicating with your partner, or family member. You are a worker who may be looking for skills in managing your stress, feelings of panic of helplessness or maybe you are just over whelmed? You are a parent who wants to learn how to balance work and life and to juggle all those balls in the air!
Hi you are a teen or adult , or a couple, who is/are looking for some help - someone to listen, understand and to give you some insight into your situation. You need to be heard and to sort through the confusion of thoughts and feelings you are having. You may want help in communicating with your partner, or family member. You are a worker who may be looking for skills in managing your stress, feelings of panic of helplessness or maybe you are just over whelmed? You are a parent who wants to learn how to balance work and life and to juggle all those balls in the air!
Emilie Kemlo, Psychologist is a dedicated specialist in emotionally based trauma release work for 36 years with all ages,nationalities, and income levels, using a sliding scale fee, low rates and immediate availability. She is registered with College of Psychologists of BC, worked at Counseling Center of Tokyo, Tokyo International University, and in Vancouver and Victoria, B.C. with a deep understanding of all psychological issues, both Western, First Nations and multicultural Asian issues in health, sex, work and relationships. She was a founding teacher of BC School of Art Therapy, Victoria, and uses Bioenergetic Analysis, visual language and various psychotherapeutic approaches.
Emilie Kemlo, Psychologist is a dedicated specialist in emotionally based trauma release work for 36 years with all ages,nationalities, and income levels, using a sliding scale fee, low rates and immediate availability. She is registered with College of Psychologists of BC, worked at Counseling Center of Tokyo, Tokyo International University, and in Vancouver and Victoria, B.C. with a deep understanding of all psychological issues, both Western, First Nations and multicultural Asian issues in health, sex, work and relationships. She was a founding teacher of BC School of Art Therapy, Victoria, and uses Bioenergetic Analysis, visual language and various psychotherapeutic approaches.
Breaking Chains Counselling provides counselling, hypnotherapy, recovery coaching, continuing care and trauma therapy in Nanaimo, Vancouver Island and online. All counselling services are offered face to face or online through e-counselling anywhere in the world you have internet access.
Breaking Chains Counselling provides counselling, hypnotherapy, recovery coaching, continuing care and trauma therapy in Nanaimo, Vancouver Island and online. All counselling services are offered face to face or online through e-counselling anywhere in the world you have internet access.
I am passionate about helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges and find clarity in the face of uncertainty. I work to provide a safe and compassionate space for healing and growth.
My approach is client-centered and trauma-informed, integrating evidence-based techniques to tailor each session to your unique needs and goals. Whether you're seeking to overcome past wounds, improve relationships, or simply explore personal growth, I am here to support you every step of the way.
I am passionate about helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges and find clarity in the face of uncertainty. I work to provide a safe and compassionate space for healing and growth.
My approach is client-centered and trauma-informed, integrating evidence-based techniques to tailor each session to your unique needs and goals. Whether you're seeking to overcome past wounds, improve relationships, or simply explore personal growth, I am here to support you every step of the way.
I have 30 years of work experience in the area of substance abuse and concurrent disorders, in various roles such as Director of Clinical Services at a Residential Treatment Center, an Inpatient and Outpatient Counselor. I have extensive clinical experience working with individuals, couples and families within an outpatient clinic setting, school based prevention program, harm reduction program and a withdrawal management program. I have presented addiction workshops within both a community and university setting for the public and professional sector.
I have 30 years of work experience in the area of substance abuse and concurrent disorders, in various roles such as Director of Clinical Services at a Residential Treatment Center, an Inpatient and Outpatient Counselor. I have extensive clinical experience working with individuals, couples and families within an outpatient clinic setting, school based prevention program, harm reduction program and a withdrawal management program. I have presented addiction workshops within both a community and university setting for the public and professional sector.
You may feel stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about how to move forward. What you need is a safe, supportive space where you can openly explore your thoughts and feelings. You deserve someone who listens without judgment and helps you gain clarity and confidence in navigating life's difficulties. Your goal is to develop healthier coping strategies, enhance your emotional resilience, and build a deeper sense of self-awareness.
You may feel stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about how to move forward. What you need is a safe, supportive space where you can openly explore your thoughts and feelings. You deserve someone who listens without judgment and helps you gain clarity and confidence in navigating life's difficulties. Your goal is to develop healthier coping strategies, enhance your emotional resilience, and build a deeper sense of self-awareness.
I work with individuals who have been through overwhelming and traumatic events - who are struggling with anxiety, panic or depression, where symptoms and triggers feel uncontrollable and unstoppable and those who feel like their past continues to resurface. By supporting your nervous system and working from a somatic approach, together we will process traumatic memories in a safe and controlled way so they are no longer needing to keep you in an activated state.
I work with individuals who have been through overwhelming and traumatic events - who are struggling with anxiety, panic or depression, where symptoms and triggers feel uncontrollable and unstoppable and those who feel like their past continues to resurface. By supporting your nervous system and working from a somatic approach, together we will process traumatic memories in a safe and controlled way so they are no longer needing to keep you in an activated state.
Megan is a Master Practitioner of Clinical Counselling (MPCC), a Registered Clinical Supervisor (RCS), and a Master Therapeutic Counsellor (MTC) with 29 years of experience. Megan also certified as: CCPCPR, RPC, & RTC. Megan takes a compassionate approach to therapy & healing the whole person. She helps clients dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, eating disorders, relationship issues, trauma, betrayal, abuse. Megan works with co-occurring disorders that can impact client goals. At the client’s pace, the embedded causes are explored while moving gently through the presenting problem.
Megan is a Master Practitioner of Clinical Counselling (MPCC), a Registered Clinical Supervisor (RCS), and a Master Therapeutic Counsellor (MTC) with 29 years of experience. Megan also certified as: CCPCPR, RPC, & RTC. Megan takes a compassionate approach to therapy & healing the whole person. She helps clients dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, eating disorders, relationship issues, trauma, betrayal, abuse. Megan works with co-occurring disorders that can impact client goals. At the client’s pace, the embedded causes are explored while moving gently through the presenting problem.
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How does therapy for people affected by a divorce work?
Individuals may feel a number of emotions following a divorce, such as shock, guilt, grief, anger, and fear. Therapists offer a non-judgmental space for individuals to talk about what they’ve experienced and process their emotions. Therapists will help clients develop coping strategies. They can also help a client rebuild their sense of self and self-worth and talk about what a happier future might look like.
What’s the most common type of therapy following a divorce?
There are several types of therapy that may be useful for divorce, including cognitive behavioural, acceptance and commitment, solution-focused brief, and mindfulness-based therapies. Many therapy types are talk-therapy based, which is typically the most popular option for individuals dealing with divorce. Cognitive behavioural therapy is a widely-used talk therapy, however, there’s no specific therapy type that’s designed to help people with divorce, and different types will work depending on the person.
When should an individual seek help due to a divorce?
When the feelings of a divorced individual, or an individual going through the process of divorce, begin to disrupt healthy daily functioning, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not performing at work due to problems with anxiety or motivation, if they’re no longer seeing friends due to feelings of shame, or if they’re not properly taking care of themselves as a result of depression, speaking to a professional could help.
How do you encourage someone to go to therapy due to a divorce?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the individual while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Sharing how the individual appears to be suffering, and what effects it has on them or on their children, should be done with compassion and empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.