The Co-operators Therapists in Nanaimo, BC
I’m especially passionate about helping people feel less alone in their struggles, and more connected to themselves and others. I work with teens (14+), adults, and partners in relationships who are dealing with anxiety, the impacts of trauma, self-doubt, questions of identity, and relationship challenges, as well as those facing life transitions like caregiving, loss, or family strain. Many who come to me are doing their best to navigate the tension between self-protection and growth, whether within themselves or in their significant relationships.
I’m especially passionate about helping people feel less alone in their struggles, and more connected to themselves and others. I work with teens (14+), adults, and partners in relationships who are dealing with anxiety, the impacts of trauma, self-doubt, questions of identity, and relationship challenges, as well as those facing life transitions like caregiving, loss, or family strain. Many who come to me are doing their best to navigate the tension between self-protection and growth, whether within themselves or in their significant relationships.
I provide meaningful support to thoughtful, self-aware adults, teens, and couples seeking positive change, deeper self-understanding, and a greater sense of connection with themselves and others. Many of the people I work with are navigating anxiety, overthinking, relationship challenges, life transitions, or the lingering impact of experiences that shaped how they learned to cope, relate, and protect themselves. I am a gentle and curious therapist, and I bring compassion, honesty, and a quality of stubbornness that I hope is experienced as an unfaltering commitment to your wellbeing and growth.
I provide meaningful support to thoughtful, self-aware adults, teens, and couples seeking positive change, deeper self-understanding, and a greater sense of connection with themselves and others. Many of the people I work with are navigating anxiety, overthinking, relationship challenges, life transitions, or the lingering impact of experiences that shaped how they learned to cope, relate, and protect themselves. I am a gentle and curious therapist, and I bring compassion, honesty, and a quality of stubbornness that I hope is experienced as an unfaltering commitment to your wellbeing and growth.
It is with deep gratitude that Gillian offers a safe, supportive space for individuals seeking counselling to be heard, understood, and respected. She aspires to help those who are suffering reconnect with hope and increase the joy and meaning in their lives. Her counselling approach prioritizes safety, comfort, and individualized support, allowing clients to work toward their goals at a pace that feels right for them. Gillian believes that healing happens most effectively within a foundation of trust, creativity, and compassion, and she is committed to helping each person feel genuinely supported on their journey.
It is with deep gratitude that Gillian offers a safe, supportive space for individuals seeking counselling to be heard, understood, and respected. She aspires to help those who are suffering reconnect with hope and increase the joy and meaning in their lives. Her counselling approach prioritizes safety, comfort, and individualized support, allowing clients to work toward their goals at a pace that feels right for them. Gillian believes that healing happens most effectively within a foundation of trust, creativity, and compassion, and she is committed to helping each person feel genuinely supported on their journey.
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual psychotherapy clinic specializing in Psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach focuses on revealing, understanding, and resolving underlying emotions and root causes of symptoms through evidence-based interventions and a comprehensive treatment plan. With an in-depth collaborative discussion and analysis of unconscious thoughts and emotions from childhood until the present day, we can explore how they inform us today to help relieve symptoms and develop targeted strategies to foster change.
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual psychotherapy clinic specializing in Psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach focuses on revealing, understanding, and resolving underlying emotions and root causes of symptoms through evidence-based interventions and a comprehensive treatment plan. With an in-depth collaborative discussion and analysis of unconscious thoughts and emotions from childhood until the present day, we can explore how they inform us today to help relieve symptoms and develop targeted strategies to foster change.
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual clinic specializing in psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach explores the root causes of symptoms by uncovering and understanding underlying emotions through evidence-based treatment. Through collaborative dialogue, we examine unconscious thoughts and emotions shaped from childhood to the present. We work to relieve symptoms by understanding how these patterns affect current experiences, and create targeted strategies for meaningful change long-term.
The Centre for Psychodynamic Insights is a virtual clinic specializing in psychodynamic psychotherapy. This approach explores the root causes of symptoms by uncovering and understanding underlying emotions through evidence-based treatment. Through collaborative dialogue, we examine unconscious thoughts and emotions shaped from childhood to the present. We work to relieve symptoms by understanding how these patterns affect current experiences, and create targeted strategies for meaningful change long-term.
I see clients in-person and online - am accepting new clients at this time. Life can feel overwhelming at times and all of us can benefit from outside help at some point in our lives. It takes courage to reach out for that help and so welcome to my page. I treat each client differently because we are all different. What is common though is my belief in a collaborative approach. Together we can prioritize issues so that you can become the best version of yourself - your authentic true self.. I have lived experience with ADHD. Coping strategies help alot. NOTE: I do not use A.I. in my practice. 100% confidentiality guaranteed.
I see clients in-person and online - am accepting new clients at this time. Life can feel overwhelming at times and all of us can benefit from outside help at some point in our lives. It takes courage to reach out for that help and so welcome to my page. I treat each client differently because we are all different. What is common though is my belief in a collaborative approach. Together we can prioritize issues so that you can become the best version of yourself - your authentic true self.. I have lived experience with ADHD. Coping strategies help alot. NOTE: I do not use A.I. in my practice. 100% confidentiality guaranteed.
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Hi and welcome - I’m Sandy, an EMDR therapist practicing in Vancouver and on the Sunshine Coast. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, burnout, overwhelm, past trauma, relationships, or other concerns, I am here to support you with warmth and steadiness.
Whatever is going on for you, I'm here to listen. I have been a counsellor for 15 years. I am skilled at helping clients who are going through sudden complex life transitions, such as grief, loss, illness, divorce, new diagnoses, etc. I have had success in helping clients with chronic pain, and PTSD, including birth trauma, childhood trauma, neglect & bullying.
Hi and welcome - I’m Sandy, an EMDR therapist practicing in Vancouver and on the Sunshine Coast. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, burnout, overwhelm, past trauma, relationships, or other concerns, I am here to support you with warmth and steadiness.
Whatever is going on for you, I'm here to listen. I have been a counsellor for 15 years. I am skilled at helping clients who are going through sudden complex life transitions, such as grief, loss, illness, divorce, new diagnoses, etc. I have had success in helping clients with chronic pain, and PTSD, including birth trauma, childhood trauma, neglect & bullying.
You’re overwhelmed but high-functioning—juggling work, relationships, and inner pain you rarely name aloud. Maybe it’s trauma, anxiety, burnout, grief, or feeling lost. You crave peace, deeper meaning, and the ability to feel whole. You want someone who gets the complexity of your story, honors your cultural or spiritual lens, and sees beyond labels. You're ready to heal old wounds, feel empowered in your choices, and finally live in alignment with your full self—mind, body, and spirit.
You’re overwhelmed but high-functioning—juggling work, relationships, and inner pain you rarely name aloud. Maybe it’s trauma, anxiety, burnout, grief, or feeling lost. You crave peace, deeper meaning, and the ability to feel whole. You want someone who gets the complexity of your story, honors your cultural or spiritual lens, and sees beyond labels. You're ready to heal old wounds, feel empowered in your choices, and finally live in alignment with your full self—mind, body, and spirit.
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.
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.
Trauma, Narcissitic Abuse, Addiction, Neurodivergency, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, or Major Life Transitions can leave you feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or disconnected from yourself. You may feel stuck repeating the same patterns without understanding why. With 16 years of experience in mental health and addictions, I help adults heal from trauma, navigate anxiety, recover from addiction, strengthen relationships, and build practical tools for lasting change.
Trauma, Narcissitic Abuse, Addiction, Neurodivergency, Grief & Loss, Relationship Challenges, or Major Life Transitions can leave you feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or disconnected from yourself. You may feel stuck repeating the same patterns without understanding why. With 16 years of experience in mental health and addictions, I help adults heal from trauma, navigate anxiety, recover from addiction, strengthen relationships, and build practical tools for lasting change.
Online Therapists
Life can be hard, and mental health support is something we all need at some point or another. I'm here to offer that support to you virtually in B.C. I work best with adults who are motivated to heal, grow, or change, but who might not quite know how. I am proud to be 2S.LGBTQIA+, gender-affirming, neurodiversity-affirming, BIPOC-allied, and trauma-informed. Being person-centered means I recognize the value of your experience and innate ability to heal, even if life experiences may have made that difficult to do on your own. If you'd like to book a session or consultation, just follow my website link. I look forward to meeting you!
Life can be hard, and mental health support is something we all need at some point or another. I'm here to offer that support to you virtually in B.C. I work best with adults who are motivated to heal, grow, or change, but who might not quite know how. I am proud to be 2S.LGBTQIA+, gender-affirming, neurodiversity-affirming, BIPOC-allied, and trauma-informed. Being person-centered means I recognize the value of your experience and innate ability to heal, even if life experiences may have made that difficult to do on your own. If you'd like to book a session or consultation, just follow my website link. I look forward to meeting you!
"한국어"는 위에. I provide Korean and English counselling in Vancouver, Surrey, and online throughout BC. I support clients with anxiety, depression, panic attacks, OCD, trauma, burnout, grief, relationship and family issues, parenting, workplace stress, postpartum depression, life transitions, and families of children with autism. With over 25 years of experience supporting people in community and faith-based settings, as an ECE and mother of four, I also support Korean immigrants and multicultural families, and offer ICBC trauma counselling, WorkSafeBC, CVAP, and MCFD referrals.
"한국어"는 위에. I provide Korean and English counselling in Vancouver, Surrey, and online throughout BC. I support clients with anxiety, depression, panic attacks, OCD, trauma, burnout, grief, relationship and family issues, parenting, workplace stress, postpartum depression, life transitions, and families of children with autism. With over 25 years of experience supporting people in community and faith-based settings, as an ECE and mother of four, I also support Korean immigrants and multicultural families, and offer ICBC trauma counselling, WorkSafeBC, CVAP, and MCFD referrals.
If anxiety about how you're seen in the world has started running the show, or your relationship with your body feels like something you're surviving instead of living in, you're in the right place.
Much of my work lives at the intersection of body image, anxiety, and self-worth. I'm trained in dismantling weight bias and supporting people navigating appearance-based shame — the particular exhaustion of existing in a body that the world won't stop having opinions about. This work is somatic, creative, and grounded in the understanding that how you feel about yourself didn't start with you.
If anxiety about how you're seen in the world has started running the show, or your relationship with your body feels like something you're surviving instead of living in, you're in the right place.
Much of my work lives at the intersection of body image, anxiety, and self-worth. I'm trained in dismantling weight bias and supporting people navigating appearance-based shame — the particular exhaustion of existing in a body that the world won't stop having opinions about. This work is somatic, creative, and grounded in the understanding that how you feel about yourself didn't start with you.
I love working with individuals who feel they don’t quite fit into traditional or “normative” spaces. Therapy with me is a place where you can show up exactly as you are—no filtering, no judgment. Whether you’re navigating thoughts, feelings, or experiences that feel confusing, overwhelming, or even shameful, you’ll be met with warmth, respect, and genuine acceptance.
I love working with individuals who feel they don’t quite fit into traditional or “normative” spaces. Therapy with me is a place where you can show up exactly as you are—no filtering, no judgment. Whether you’re navigating thoughts, feelings, or experiences that feel confusing, overwhelming, or even shameful, you’ll be met with warmth, respect, and genuine acceptance.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, especially if it’s your first time. Whether it’s navigating big life changes, managing stress, or finding balance in relationships, I offer a safe and compassionate space to explore what’s on your mind. Together, we’ll build practical tools, ease the weight you’re carrying, and help you move forward with more clarity, confidence, and self-kindness. I'm here to help you identify your unique strengths, uncover patterns, and develop strategies unique to you! If you're looking for someone who will meet you where you're at, call you out when you need it, and be behind you 100% - book a call today!
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, especially if it’s your first time. Whether it’s navigating big life changes, managing stress, or finding balance in relationships, I offer a safe and compassionate space to explore what’s on your mind. Together, we’ll build practical tools, ease the weight you’re carrying, and help you move forward with more clarity, confidence, and self-kindness. I'm here to help you identify your unique strengths, uncover patterns, and develop strategies unique to you! If you're looking for someone who will meet you where you're at, call you out when you need it, and be behind you 100% - book a call today!
You look like you have it together. But underneath, you are exhausted. You overthink. You people-please. You keep finding yourself in the same painful patterns, no matter how hard you try. Some days you feel too much. Other days, completely numb. The anxiety lives in your chest, your stomach, your sleep, not just your head. Maybe you have carried family expectations or cultural pressures for so long that you have lost sight of who you actually are. You are not broken. You are someone who has been carrying too much, for too long, alone. And you are ready for something different.
You look like you have it together. But underneath, you are exhausted. You overthink. You people-please. You keep finding yourself in the same painful patterns, no matter how hard you try. Some days you feel too much. Other days, completely numb. The anxiety lives in your chest, your stomach, your sleep, not just your head. Maybe you have carried family expectations or cultural pressures for so long that you have lost sight of who you actually are. You are not broken. You are someone who has been carrying too much, for too long, alone. And you are ready for something different.
Why therapy? Because I believe that true happiness comes not just from strategies and solving problems, but from the way we live and the state of mind we nurture. Today, more than ever, we are living with division, worry, and stress—about our personal lives as well as the direction of the world. In times of uncertainty, seeking a space to explore your inner world, reconnect with your roots, and find meaning in connection with others is not merely self-care—it is an act of resistance and liberation.
Why therapy? Because I believe that true happiness comes not just from strategies and solving problems, but from the way we live and the state of mind we nurture. Today, more than ever, we are living with division, worry, and stress—about our personal lives as well as the direction of the world. In times of uncertainty, seeking a space to explore your inner world, reconnect with your roots, and find meaning in connection with others is not merely self-care—it is an act of resistance and liberation.
Many of my clients appear capable and responsible on the outside but feel stuck internally. They may struggle with anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, people-pleasing, perfectionism, or persistent self-doubt. Often these patterns stem from earlier experiences that shaped beliefs about self-worth, safety, belonging, or personal agency. In therapy we work to process these experiences, understand the patterns that keep you stuck, and develop healthier ways of relating to yourself, others, and the life you want to build.
Many of my clients appear capable and responsible on the outside but feel stuck internally. They may struggle with anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, people-pleasing, perfectionism, or persistent self-doubt. Often these patterns stem from earlier experiences that shaped beliefs about self-worth, safety, belonging, or personal agency. In therapy we work to process these experiences, understand the patterns that keep you stuck, and develop healthier ways of relating to yourself, others, and the life you want to build.
Are you caught in a frustrating loop of misunderstandings? Perhaps intense emotional reactions are creating distance, or you're navigating the complexities of a neurodiverse relationship. Alternatively, seeking individual or couples support with managing emotional dysregulation or moving through a world not built for your neurodivergent brain may have left you feeling exhausted and burnt out. When your relationship is unsteady or your nervous system is overwhelmed, it impacts everything. You might feel misunderstood, isolated, or stuck in painful cycles. Your experiences are valid, and you don't have to figure this out alone.
Are you caught in a frustrating loop of misunderstandings? Perhaps intense emotional reactions are creating distance, or you're navigating the complexities of a neurodiverse relationship. Alternatively, seeking individual or couples support with managing emotional dysregulation or moving through a world not built for your neurodivergent brain may have left you feeling exhausted and burnt out. When your relationship is unsteady or your nervous system is overwhelmed, it impacts everything. You might feel misunderstood, isolated, or stuck in painful cycles. Your experiences are valid, and you don't have to figure this out alone.
I work with adolescents, adults, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, OCD, stress, relationship challenges, and emotional burnout. Many clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves and their goals. I provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients feel heard and understood. Using evidence-based therapy, practical coping tools, and collaborative support, I help clients build resilience, improve emotional well-being, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change.
I work with adolescents, adults, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, OCD, stress, relationship challenges, and emotional burnout. Many clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves and their goals. I provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients feel heard and understood. Using evidence-based therapy, practical coping tools, and collaborative support, I help clients build resilience, improve emotional well-being, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change.
