Great-West Life Therapists in Sidney, BC
I am a warm, compassionate counsellor with 20+ years of experience supporting adults, youth, and families. I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationship issues, workplace stress and bullying, life transitions.
My approach is trauma-informed and integrative, focusing on creating safe, validating spaces. I utilize powerful, evidence-based tools including EMDR, Gottman Couples Therapy (Levels I & II), a strengths-based approach, CBT, and Mindfulness practices.
I am passionate about empowering clients and believe strongly in the healing power of positive connections.
I am a warm, compassionate counsellor with 20+ years of experience supporting adults, youth, and families. I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationship issues, workplace stress and bullying, life transitions.
My approach is trauma-informed and integrative, focusing on creating safe, validating spaces. I utilize powerful, evidence-based tools including EMDR, Gottman Couples Therapy (Levels I & II), a strengths-based approach, CBT, and Mindfulness practices.
I am passionate about empowering clients and believe strongly in the healing power of positive connections.
Is your relationship going through a difficult season, where you dread that another discussion will end in an argument, without apology? Are you facing a major transition and could use someone to help bring clarity? Do you feel stuck in some way – as though life or your relationships just aren’t what you’re hoping for? Maybe you’ve always felt different from those around you - it can be exhausting and lonely. As a person with disabilities myself, I have my own experience of the challenges of trying to fit in. I aim to create a warm, inviting, and accepting place for folks to land and feel held with gentleness as they seek support.
Is your relationship going through a difficult season, where you dread that another discussion will end in an argument, without apology? Are you facing a major transition and could use someone to help bring clarity? Do you feel stuck in some way – as though life or your relationships just aren’t what you’re hoping for? Maybe you’ve always felt different from those around you - it can be exhausting and lonely. As a person with disabilities myself, I have my own experience of the challenges of trying to fit in. I aim to create a warm, inviting, and accepting place for folks to land and feel held with gentleness as they seek support.
You might look completely fine to everyone around you, and still feel quietly exhausted, unsure, or angry on the inside.
Maybe you've learned to be accommodating, capable, and responsible — often to the point where you’re carrying far more than your share. You may overthink decisions, struggle to say no, replay conversations long after they’re over, or feel guilty for having needs at all. These patterns often get normalized rather than questioned.
If you’re constantly managing other people’s expectations, second-guessing yourself, or over-functioning, you are not alone. I've personally been there, too.
You might look completely fine to everyone around you, and still feel quietly exhausted, unsure, or angry on the inside.
Maybe you've learned to be accommodating, capable, and responsible — often to the point where you’re carrying far more than your share. You may overthink decisions, struggle to say no, replay conversations long after they’re over, or feel guilty for having needs at all. These patterns often get normalized rather than questioned.
If you’re constantly managing other people’s expectations, second-guessing yourself, or over-functioning, you are not alone. I've personally been there, too.
Has your relationship gone off track? Do you find yourselves getting stuck in the same patterns of conflict? Are you wanting to improve your communication with your partner? Are you seeking more connection and intimacy? The circumstances that bring you to couples counselling are unique to your partnership and to your relationship journey. Relationships, whether in the beginning stages or long-term marriages or partnerships, can be fulfilling and rewarding. However, couples can experience challenging times at some point in their relationship where they can benefit from couples counselling.
Has your relationship gone off track? Do you find yourselves getting stuck in the same patterns of conflict? Are you wanting to improve your communication with your partner? Are you seeking more connection and intimacy? The circumstances that bring you to couples counselling are unique to your partnership and to your relationship journey. Relationships, whether in the beginning stages or long-term marriages or partnerships, can be fulfilling and rewarding. However, couples can experience challenging times at some point in their relationship where they can benefit from couples counselling.
Special focus in couples, relationships, and adolescent therapy.
Many of the clients I work with are seeking couples/relationship therapy, family therapy, or support as parents during difficult life transitions. Others come as individuals feeling overwhelmed or disconnected. You may want to feel heard, understood, and more connected to the people you care about. I support individuals, couples, and families who want practical support, emotional clarity, and a more meaningful way forward, grounded in values, humour, and hope.
I work closely with children and teens.
An LGBTQIA2S+ affirming, inclusive space.
Special focus in couples, relationships, and adolescent therapy.
Many of the clients I work with are seeking couples/relationship therapy, family therapy, or support as parents during difficult life transitions. Others come as individuals feeling overwhelmed or disconnected. You may want to feel heard, understood, and more connected to the people you care about. I support individuals, couples, and families who want practical support, emotional clarity, and a more meaningful way forward, grounded in values, humour, and hope.
I work closely with children and teens.
An LGBTQIA2S+ affirming, inclusive space.
Are you an individual or couple who is feeling overwhelmed and looking for emotional support and a way forward? Counselling can provide a safe and non-judgemental space where you can explore your inner thoughts, feelings and experiences that may be holding you back. I believe that you are the expert in your life and that I can help guide you in exploring those experiences and work toward effective change. I work with adult clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship and communication issues, stress, burnout and life transitions.
Are you an individual or couple who is feeling overwhelmed and looking for emotional support and a way forward? Counselling can provide a safe and non-judgemental space where you can explore your inner thoughts, feelings and experiences that may be holding you back. I believe that you are the expert in your life and that I can help guide you in exploring those experiences and work toward effective change. I work with adult clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship and communication issues, stress, burnout and life transitions.
I specialize in collaborating with individuals and couples on issues including communication, emotional intimacy, infidelity, life transitions, stress, anxiety, and depression. I prioritize building strong therapeutic relationships with my clients so that they feel both safe and courageous. I believe this is essential for having the types of conversations in therapy that are necessary for real change. I strive to deliver optimal value to my clients by actively facilitating effective change and empowering them to achieve insight, clarity and peace of mind like never before.
I specialize in collaborating with individuals and couples on issues including communication, emotional intimacy, infidelity, life transitions, stress, anxiety, and depression. I prioritize building strong therapeutic relationships with my clients so that they feel both safe and courageous. I believe this is essential for having the types of conversations in therapy that are necessary for real change. I strive to deliver optimal value to my clients by actively facilitating effective change and empowering them to achieve insight, clarity and peace of mind like never before.
I draw from a range approaches depending upon your needs and preferences. Among them are cognitive behavioral therapy, interpersonal neurobiological ideas, family systems therapy, and attachment theory. It is common for clients to arrive with issues identified only to discover that there are other deeper and more fundamental issues which underlie them. I work at a pace compatible with your ability to integrate change. I am gentle and encouraging, but firm and forthright. I provide a free initial consultation so you can determine whether you feel comfortable with me. My aim is for you to feel welcome, safe and comfortably challenged.
I draw from a range approaches depending upon your needs and preferences. Among them are cognitive behavioral therapy, interpersonal neurobiological ideas, family systems therapy, and attachment theory. It is common for clients to arrive with issues identified only to discover that there are other deeper and more fundamental issues which underlie them. I work at a pace compatible with your ability to integrate change. I am gentle and encouraging, but firm and forthright. I provide a free initial consultation so you can determine whether you feel comfortable with me. My aim is for you to feel welcome, safe and comfortably challenged.
Sometimes we need support navigating the complexities of life. As individuals, we experience these complexities in unique ways, often feeling alone. You may be navigating grief, anxiety, anger, fear, trauma, relational concerns, transitions, self-worth or feeling overwhelmed. My goal is to cultivate a trusting, accepting relationship that holds space for your unique story, a space where you can feel seen, accepted, supported, and valued.
Sometimes we need support navigating the complexities of life. As individuals, we experience these complexities in unique ways, often feeling alone. You may be navigating grief, anxiety, anger, fear, trauma, relational concerns, transitions, self-worth or feeling overwhelmed. My goal is to cultivate a trusting, accepting relationship that holds space for your unique story, a space where you can feel seen, accepted, supported, and valued.
Navigating the struggles of life, and our emotional and mental well-being, can be an isolating experience. As a clinical counsellor, I offer a safe, respectful, and compassionate space to share your story. In our counselling sessions, we explore the thoughts, emotions, and experiences that inform your perspective, and utilize your strengths and values to promote meaningful growth and healing. My background in rehabilitation informs this holistic perspective of connecting emotional, mental, and physical well-being, to foster greater self-compassion and understanding.
Navigating the struggles of life, and our emotional and mental well-being, can be an isolating experience. As a clinical counsellor, I offer a safe, respectful, and compassionate space to share your story. In our counselling sessions, we explore the thoughts, emotions, and experiences that inform your perspective, and utilize your strengths and values to promote meaningful growth and healing. My background in rehabilitation informs this holistic perspective of connecting emotional, mental, and physical well-being, to foster greater self-compassion and understanding.
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Whether you're dealing with emotions, thoughts, life changes, addiction, trauma, loss or grief, I am here to provide a safe, compassionate and non-pathologizing space where you can explore who you are and work towards healing. I invite you to take a moment and reflect on what led you here. What areas of your life seem out of balance, and what does balance look like for you? I would love to hear more about your story and how I can support you on your journey.
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Hi, I’m Rod. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP), a member of the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC) and a member of the Canadian Society of Clinical Hypnosis (BC Division).
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re carrying a lot. My goal is to create a space that feels safe, respectful, and genuinely supportive. Whether you’re a teen trying to make sense of what’s happening, an adult feeling stuck or burnt out, or a family seeking more connection, you don’t have to do it alone. I would be honoured to walk alongside you.
Hi, I’m Rod. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP), a member of the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC) and a member of the Canadian Society of Clinical Hypnosis (BC Division).
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re carrying a lot. My goal is to create a space that feels safe, respectful, and genuinely supportive. Whether you’re a teen trying to make sense of what’s happening, an adult feeling stuck or burnt out, or a family seeking more connection, you don’t have to do it alone. I would be honoured to walk alongside you.
I provide my patients with a safe, warm and judgment-free environment to discuss their most personal and intimate life struggles. Our sense of love and belonging is fundamental to reaching our potential. I work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families who face a range of mental health and relationship concerns including but not limited to; anxiety, depression, panic, Autism, ADHD, ADD, BPD, OCD, eating disorders, Complex/ childhood traumas, PTSD, dissociation, DID, parent-child/family conflict, parenting, self-harm, self-esteem, identity, grief & loss, addictions, burnout, Third Culture Identity & spiritual development.
I provide my patients with a safe, warm and judgment-free environment to discuss their most personal and intimate life struggles. Our sense of love and belonging is fundamental to reaching our potential. I work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families who face a range of mental health and relationship concerns including but not limited to; anxiety, depression, panic, Autism, ADHD, ADD, BPD, OCD, eating disorders, Complex/ childhood traumas, PTSD, dissociation, DID, parent-child/family conflict, parenting, self-harm, self-esteem, identity, grief & loss, addictions, burnout, Third Culture Identity & spiritual development.
Welcome to my site! Psychotherapy is an invaluable process that can benefit your overall emotional and mental health. It can help you develop an awareness of thoughts, feelings and behaviours that keep you stuck . You will be assisted in developing deeper insight into the patterns that are causing you to experience emotional distress and preventing you from making changes that will help you move forward in a positive direction. I will guide and support you through this process of change through the integration of evidence based strategies and tools.
Welcome to my site! Psychotherapy is an invaluable process that can benefit your overall emotional and mental health. It can help you develop an awareness of thoughts, feelings and behaviours that keep you stuck . You will be assisted in developing deeper insight into the patterns that are causing you to experience emotional distress and preventing you from making changes that will help you move forward in a positive direction. I will guide and support you through this process of change through the integration of evidence based strategies and tools.
Hi there,
I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor and a fifth-generation settler living and working on the traditional, unceded lands of the Lekwungen and W̱SÁNEĆ Peoples. I hold a Master’s in Counselling Psychology from UVic and I specialize in anti-oppressive and affirming therapy to the rainbow community and our allies. I can support folks navigating grief and loss, complex trauma and PTSD, neurodivergence, anxiety, depression, queer and trans identity, relationships, self-compassion, perfectionism, and more. If you're looking for a compassionate, feminist counsellor who honours your lived experience, I’d love to hear from you.
Hi there,
I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor and a fifth-generation settler living and working on the traditional, unceded lands of the Lekwungen and W̱SÁNEĆ Peoples. I hold a Master’s in Counselling Psychology from UVic and I specialize in anti-oppressive and affirming therapy to the rainbow community and our allies. I can support folks navigating grief and loss, complex trauma and PTSD, neurodivergence, anxiety, depression, queer and trans identity, relationships, self-compassion, perfectionism, and more. If you're looking for a compassionate, feminist counsellor who honours your lived experience, I’d love to hear from you.
I help youth (13+), adults, and couples navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity, calm, and confidence. Whether you’re facing anxiety, OCD, trauma, neurodivergence, relationship struggles, or a major life transition, I offer a space where you can feel safe, supported, and seen. My approach blends neuroscience with compassion—drawing on EMDR, CBT, and mindfulness to help you reconnect with your strengths, build new skills, and move forward in a way that feels grounded and empowering.
I help youth (13+), adults, and couples navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity, calm, and confidence. Whether you’re facing anxiety, OCD, trauma, neurodivergence, relationship struggles, or a major life transition, I offer a space where you can feel safe, supported, and seen. My approach blends neuroscience with compassion—drawing on EMDR, CBT, and mindfulness to help you reconnect with your strengths, build new skills, and move forward in a way that feels grounded and empowering.
Alisa Weninger - Jungian Analysis
Counsellor, MCP-AT, RCC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
There are many moments throughout life that we are invited into deeper awareness. Often, these moments are catalyzed by experiences of profound suffering. You may be moving through a major life transition, processing an impactful experience, navigating relationship conflict, or experiencing loss of purpose. Many clients who seek an analytic approach are looking to move beyond conventional forms of therapy and toward profound soul work. Jungian Analysis can be a supportive container for those who wish to explore deeper ways of relating to themselves and others, and are open to the transformative power of working with dreams.
There are many moments throughout life that we are invited into deeper awareness. Often, these moments are catalyzed by experiences of profound suffering. You may be moving through a major life transition, processing an impactful experience, navigating relationship conflict, or experiencing loss of purpose. Many clients who seek an analytic approach are looking to move beyond conventional forms of therapy and toward profound soul work. Jungian Analysis can be a supportive container for those who wish to explore deeper ways of relating to themselves and others, and are open to the transformative power of working with dreams.
Two Spirit, Queer, and Trans friendly and accepting new clients! I am a settler and Mi'kmaq from unceded Algonquin territory living on Treaty 7 territory of the Plains First Nations. I am a strong believer in social justice and I work with adults, teens, and families who want support with anxiety, depression, trauma, systemic oppression and bullying, substance use, family and relationship conflict, rainbow identity, attachment wounds, and whatever you feel you need support with! I love nature and outdoor sports, expressing myself through art, and laughing with friends. Humour and playing help me feel alive and most like myself.
Two Spirit, Queer, and Trans friendly and accepting new clients! I am a settler and Mi'kmaq from unceded Algonquin territory living on Treaty 7 territory of the Plains First Nations. I am a strong believer in social justice and I work with adults, teens, and families who want support with anxiety, depression, trauma, systemic oppression and bullying, substance use, family and relationship conflict, rainbow identity, attachment wounds, and whatever you feel you need support with! I love nature and outdoor sports, expressing myself through art, and laughing with friends. Humour and playing help me feel alive and most like myself.
I have supported a lot of people struggling with anxiety, depression, feelings of aloneness, and a yearning for things to be different. Maybe you know there’s old baggage (hello, old childhood wounds!) that probably needs unpacking, but don't know how to start… or maybe you’re truly not even sure why everything feels hard. I support a team of excellent counsellors in a welcoming group practice, and my top priority is to make sure that we are offering therapy that feels worth your time, energy and money. If you want to feel like your counsellor gets you, for real, and won't pathologize you, then you're in the right place.
I have supported a lot of people struggling with anxiety, depression, feelings of aloneness, and a yearning for things to be different. Maybe you know there’s old baggage (hello, old childhood wounds!) that probably needs unpacking, but don't know how to start… or maybe you’re truly not even sure why everything feels hard. I support a team of excellent counsellors in a welcoming group practice, and my top priority is to make sure that we are offering therapy that feels worth your time, energy and money. If you want to feel like your counsellor gets you, for real, and won't pathologize you, then you're in the right place.
