Medavie Blue Cross Therapists in Parksville, BC
Are you feeling overwhelmed, navigating anxiety/OCD, or parenting an anxious child? Are you looking for ways to build resilience and live more fully? I work with clients who struggle with OCD, anxiety, phobias, body-focussed repetitive behaviours, and more. I’m also trained in the Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) approach to addressing childhood anxiety and EMDR.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, navigating anxiety/OCD, or parenting an anxious child? Are you looking for ways to build resilience and live more fully? I work with clients who struggle with OCD, anxiety, phobias, body-focussed repetitive behaviours, and more. I’m also trained in the Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) approach to addressing childhood anxiety and EMDR.
Would you like to feel healthier and more vibrant? Have you been living with anxiety, insomnia, stress, chronic illness or depression? I offer not just tools and strategies to help rebuild your health and energy, but valuable perspective that comes from over 25 years of focusing on these issues. My approach encourages you to become aware of the interplay between your mind and body, and the role your nervous system plays in the development of illness. If you'd like to get back in touch with your own "internal compass" and balance life's demands with greater ease, contact me.
Would you like to feel healthier and more vibrant? Have you been living with anxiety, insomnia, stress, chronic illness or depression? I offer not just tools and strategies to help rebuild your health and energy, but valuable perspective that comes from over 25 years of focusing on these issues. My approach encourages you to become aware of the interplay between your mind and body, and the role your nervous system plays in the development of illness. If you'd like to get back in touch with your own "internal compass" and balance life's demands with greater ease, contact me.
I can offer direct billing for Green Shield, Telus Health, Blue Cross, Autism Funding, and some Medavie Blue Cross plans.
I believe that you are the expert about you and that I will work together with you to move forward in healing and wholeness. I work from a trauma informed perspective that means when I work together with individuals, I consider past trauma and how this may impact your resulting thoughts, feelings and behaviours. I have a range of therapeutic tools that use with clients including certification as an EMDR clinician through EMDRIA, Polyvagal practices, Mindfulness, FLASH, G-TEP and Deep Brain Reorientation, I also offer EMDR Intensives.
For those from a faith perspective, I can offer a Christian based perspective.
I can offer direct billing for Green Shield, Telus Health, Blue Cross, Autism Funding, and some Medavie Blue Cross plans.
I believe that you are the expert about you and that I will work together with you to move forward in healing and wholeness. I work from a trauma informed perspective that means when I work together with individuals, I consider past trauma and how this may impact your resulting thoughts, feelings and behaviours. I have a range of therapeutic tools that use with clients including certification as an EMDR clinician through EMDRIA, Polyvagal practices, Mindfulness, FLASH, G-TEP and Deep Brain Reorientation, I also offer EMDR Intensives.
For those from a faith perspective, I can offer a Christian based perspective.
Come as you are. Whatever challenges you are currently facing, unless you talk about it, you'll never know what's possible. You don't have to know where to start. Your story needs to be told, by you. I welcome and value diversity from all walks of life.
Come as you are. Whatever challenges you are currently facing, unless you talk about it, you'll never know what's possible. You don't have to know where to start. Your story needs to be told, by you. I welcome and value diversity from all walks of life.
Brittany Sirtonski
Registered Psychotherapist, BAHons, MACP, ExA, RP, PhD(IP)
1 Endorsed
Parksville, BC V9P
6-week somatic breathwork group - for those ready to move beyond insight and into embodied change. Backed by neuroscience, you'll learn somatic tools to regulate your nervous system, safely process stored emotion and trauma, ease anxiety and mood & build lasting self-awareness. Each session builds skills you'll carry well beyond the group —simple, practical, repeatable practices for calm, resilience, and emotional clarity in daily life. If you've done talk therapy but still feel stuck or incomplete, this is where deeper shifts happen. I guide gently, building capacity before depth so processing feels safe, not overwhelming.
6-week somatic breathwork group - for those ready to move beyond insight and into embodied change. Backed by neuroscience, you'll learn somatic tools to regulate your nervous system, safely process stored emotion and trauma, ease anxiety and mood & build lasting self-awareness. Each session builds skills you'll carry well beyond the group —simple, practical, repeatable practices for calm, resilience, and emotional clarity in daily life. If you've done talk therapy but still feel stuck or incomplete, this is where deeper shifts happen. I guide gently, building capacity before depth so processing feels safe, not overwhelming.
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.
With over 15 years of experience as a therapist, I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults. I provide sessions in person, by phone, or online. My background includes helping individuals navigate various mental health issues, including trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, anger management, ADHD, suicidality, and substance misuse and addiction.
With over 15 years of experience as a therapist, I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults. I provide sessions in person, by phone, or online. My background includes helping individuals navigate various mental health issues, including trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, anger management, ADHD, suicidality, and substance misuse and addiction.
Today as a society there are so many stressors that we have to deal with on an individual basis such as mental illness, trauma, struggles with addiction, work and relationship stress that can impact our overall ability to function and succeed. Going through any of these struggles alone is a near impossible task and I am happy that you are looking for someone to walk along with you through life's challenges.
Today as a society there are so many stressors that we have to deal with on an individual basis such as mental illness, trauma, struggles with addiction, work and relationship stress that can impact our overall ability to function and succeed. Going through any of these struggles alone is a near impossible task and I am happy that you are looking for someone to walk along with you through life's challenges.
Thinking of going for counselling can be a frightening thought. If you are at this stage you probably feel like your life could be better, your quality of interactions with other people could improve; you want more out of the life you have or are at your wits end in regards to some aspect of your life. Whatever the circumstance my goal is to meet you where you are at and to work together to work towards healing or a better quality of life.
I also specialize in First Responders and encourage any First Responder to reach out.
Thinking of going for counselling can be a frightening thought. If you are at this stage you probably feel like your life could be better, your quality of interactions with other people could improve; you want more out of the life you have or are at your wits end in regards to some aspect of your life. Whatever the circumstance my goal is to meet you where you are at and to work together to work towards healing or a better quality of life.
I also specialize in First Responders and encourage any First Responder to reach out.
I work with couples at all stages — navigating conflict, rebuilding connection, or simply wanting to communicate more fluently. I also work with high-functioning adults who want to live with more intention rather than reaction. They're the kind of people who'd rather understand something than just survive it. I believe therapy is like going to the gym, not the hospital — you don't have to be in crisis to benefit. You just have to be willing to show up and do the work.
I work with couples at all stages — navigating conflict, rebuilding connection, or simply wanting to communicate more fluently. I also work with high-functioning adults who want to live with more intention rather than reaction. They're the kind of people who'd rather understand something than just survive it. I believe therapy is like going to the gym, not the hospital — you don't have to be in crisis to benefit. You just have to be willing to show up and do the work.
Since 1996 I have been working along side families and individuals to support them through life’s struggles. With compassion and confidence we work on adjustment to injuries, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideations and PTSD. I have worked individuals, children, and couples. I create a queer friendly environment.
Since 1996 I have been working along side families and individuals to support them through life’s struggles. With compassion and confidence we work on adjustment to injuries, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideations and PTSD. I have worked individuals, children, and couples. I create a queer friendly environment.
Are you experiencing anxiety, difficulty sleeping, a tense or painful body, or a sadness that lingers no matter what you do? Trauma can cause the body to develop a state of hypervigilance—a persistent sense of being on guard, as though it is continually braced for danger. Over time, these patterns of stress and tension can contribute to chronic pain, depression, digestive issues, PTSD-anxiety symptoms, insomnia, sexual health challenges, immune system dysfunction. By creating greater freedom in the body, breath, and energy flow, Somatic Therapy helps foster regulation, healing, and a deeper sense of well-being.
Somatic Thera
Are you experiencing anxiety, difficulty sleeping, a tense or painful body, or a sadness that lingers no matter what you do? Trauma can cause the body to develop a state of hypervigilance—a persistent sense of being on guard, as though it is continually braced for danger. Over time, these patterns of stress and tension can contribute to chronic pain, depression, digestive issues, PTSD-anxiety symptoms, insomnia, sexual health challenges, immune system dysfunction. By creating greater freedom in the body, breath, and energy flow, Somatic Therapy helps foster regulation, healing, and a deeper sense of well-being.
Somatic Thera
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.
Navigating life’s challenges can be daunting, especially when exploring identity or facing family and social pressures. I’m here to provide a safe, affirming space where you can share your story without fear of judgment. I specialize in supporting children, youth, young adults, parents and families. With experience in identity exploration, family dynamics, and building resilience, I work collaboratively to help you thrive. Whether you’re a young person seeking guidance or a parent looking for support, we’ll build on your strengths to foster growth and healing.
Navigating life’s challenges can be daunting, especially when exploring identity or facing family and social pressures. I’m here to provide a safe, affirming space where you can share your story without fear of judgment. I specialize in supporting children, youth, young adults, parents and families. With experience in identity exploration, family dynamics, and building resilience, I work collaboratively to help you thrive. Whether you’re a young person seeking guidance or a parent looking for support, we’ll build on your strengths to foster growth and healing.
Accepting New Clients.
I am a trauma-specific therapist and offer support to adults experiencing mental health symptoms such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use or relationship difficulties. These symptoms may be rooted in trauma, abuse or wounds from the past or you may be experiencing them for the first time; no matter your circumstance, I am here to listen. I also work with new and expectant mothers who may be struggling with postpartum anxiety or depression, intrusive thoughts, rage, loss of identity, or transitioning into their new role as a caregiver.
Accepting New Clients.
I am a trauma-specific therapist and offer support to adults experiencing mental health symptoms such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use or relationship difficulties. These symptoms may be rooted in trauma, abuse or wounds from the past or you may be experiencing them for the first time; no matter your circumstance, I am here to listen. I also work with new and expectant mothers who may be struggling with postpartum anxiety or depression, intrusive thoughts, rage, loss of identity, or transitioning into their new role as a caregiver.
My ideal client has often dug themselves into a hole into which they can not get out of on their own. The issues will be related to a difficult relationship of some description, partner, family, community, finance, environment, financial, and certainly themselves. It is likely that their goals are uncertain and that they feel lost. Very often, my ideal client does not know what they want, but can with certainty say what they don't want.
My ideal client has often dug themselves into a hole into which they can not get out of on their own. The issues will be related to a difficult relationship of some description, partner, family, community, finance, environment, financial, and certainly themselves. It is likely that their goals are uncertain and that they feel lost. Very often, my ideal client does not know what they want, but can with certainty say what they don't want.
Direct billing is available for Canada Life, FNHA, GreenShield, and Medavie Blue Cross to help make accessing therapy as simple as possible.
You may look like you're managing on the outside while feeling overwhelmed on the inside. Many of the people I work with are navigating chronic illness or pain, ADHD or autism, anxiety, grief, caregiving, burnout, or major life changes. Living with physical or emotional challenges can affect every part of life. I provide a supportive, non-judgmental space where we can make sense of what you're experiencing, identify what's keeping you stuck, and work toward meaningful, lasting change together.
Direct billing is available for Canada Life, FNHA, GreenShield, and Medavie Blue Cross to help make accessing therapy as simple as possible.
You may look like you're managing on the outside while feeling overwhelmed on the inside. Many of the people I work with are navigating chronic illness or pain, ADHD or autism, anxiety, grief, caregiving, burnout, or major life changes. Living with physical or emotional challenges can affect every part of life. I provide a supportive, non-judgmental space where we can make sense of what you're experiencing, identify what's keeping you stuck, and work toward meaningful, lasting change together.
At heart I am a down-to-earth optimist, I believe we are born with a desire to be the best version of ourselves. Rather than seeing transitions, depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues as merely suffering to be overcome, I see them also as opportunities to deepen in our understanding of self and in our ability to handle the world successfully. Each of us is on a heroic journey, and each life needs two things to grow and develop, ‘love” and “difficulties”. It is the difficulties that cause us to look inside ourselves, and to understand self in a deeper way, and to develop an outlook and the skills to be in the world.
At heart I am a down-to-earth optimist, I believe we are born with a desire to be the best version of ourselves. Rather than seeing transitions, depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues as merely suffering to be overcome, I see them also as opportunities to deepen in our understanding of self and in our ability to handle the world successfully. Each of us is on a heroic journey, and each life needs two things to grow and develop, ‘love” and “difficulties”. It is the difficulties that cause us to look inside ourselves, and to understand self in a deeper way, and to develop an outlook and the skills to be in the world.
Together we can find solutions for work related stress and other issues such as: grief and loss, addiction/recovery and enhance existing coping skills. Navigating life transitions and self esteem issues. I enjoy working with a wide range of age groups from young adult to adult.
I bring decades of experience helping emergency services and health care professionals find solutions to the cumulative stress they experience every day in their jobs. Without a safe place to work through these normal reactions to abnormal events, careers can be cut short. The families of these professionals struggle as well.
Together we can find solutions for work related stress and other issues such as: grief and loss, addiction/recovery and enhance existing coping skills. Navigating life transitions and self esteem issues. I enjoy working with a wide range of age groups from young adult to adult.
I bring decades of experience helping emergency services and health care professionals find solutions to the cumulative stress they experience every day in their jobs. Without a safe place to work through these normal reactions to abnormal events, careers can be cut short. The families of these professionals struggle as well.
I am a trauma-informed, attachment-oriented Registered Clinical Counsellor integrating relational therapy with evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, ACT, Emotion-Focused Therapy, somatic interventions, and parts work. I emphasize emotional regulation, self-compassion, shame resilience, nervous system awareness, and the development of secure relationships. My work balances practical coping skills with deeper exploration of identity, attachment patterns, and emotional experience.
I offer virtual or in-person counselling downtown Nanaimo, BC. Weekend and evening availability by request.
I am a trauma-informed, attachment-oriented Registered Clinical Counsellor integrating relational therapy with evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, ACT, Emotion-Focused Therapy, somatic interventions, and parts work. I emphasize emotional regulation, self-compassion, shame resilience, nervous system awareness, and the development of secure relationships. My work balances practical coping skills with deeper exploration of identity, attachment patterns, and emotional experience.
I offer virtual or in-person counselling downtown Nanaimo, BC. Weekend and evening availability by request.