Therapists in Victoria, BC
Alyse Goodacre
Pre-Licensed Professional, MC
Verified
Verified
NEW: Accepting Clients at $60/session - Welcome, I am so glad you are here! I am currently in my final year of a Masters in Counselling Psychology and am seeing clients under the supervision of Kirk Beasse, MC, RPsych 2207 (Registered Psychologist) as part of my counselling practicum. I am passionate about helping clients through an integrative, body-mind approach that recognizes clients’ innate ability for change, growth, and healing.
Victoria, BC V8S
& Online
Waitlist for new clients
Jennifer Brum Counselling
Counsellor, BSc, MTC, RTC, SEP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Negative thoughts reel through your head throughout the day and have you tossing and turning at night. You get through your day as if everything is ok, but it isn’t… it’s exhausting! Life’s challenges leave you feeling overwhelmed and hopeless. Your relationships are suffering and you find yourself wanting to avoid the people and places you used to enjoy. No one seems to understand what you’re going through which leaves you feeling misunderstood, invalidated, and unsupported. You want to feel “normal” again. You just want your life back. You’ve had enough, and it’s time to make some serious changes. This is where I can help.
Plum Blossom Counselling
Counsellor, MA, RCC, CSAT, SEP(c), CPTT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Now accepting new clients. Do you feel you’re not living the life that you want for yourself? Do you find that you repeat patterns of behaviour that you realize aren’t serving you and are keeping you from meaningful connections and intimate relationships? I can help you heal from chemical and behavioural addictions (compulsive sexual behaviours, problematic pornography use, intimacy disorders), childhood, attachment, and/or family of origin wounds, unhealthy financial behaviours, mental health diagnosis (depression, anxiety, etc.), and trauma. I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced sexual trauma.
Sonya Boya
Counsellor, MSc, RCC
Verified
Verified
In my varied practice, I see youth and adults, addressing issues ranging from mental health concerns to life transitions. I use a client-centred approach, respecting that you are the expert in your own life. The therapeutic relationship we create allows you to explore your reality to the extent that you want to, in a trusting, calm and gentle environment. I draw from a number of different therapeutic styles, suited to you as a person, your worldview and your interests (talk, art, sandtray, play). I practice from an anti-oppressive, inclusive perspective, and also provide clinical supervision for counsellors.
Kathryn Sandberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I am a Master's level therapist and Registered Social Worker with 18 years of experience providing psychotherapeutic supports. I am a sensitive and compassionate person who will create a safe space for you to share your concerns and what is on your heart. I devoted most of my career to working with children and youth with serious and complex mental health issues as well as university students, adults, multicultural and First Nations communities. I take a holistic or “biopsychosociospiritual” approach in alignment with your wishes, needs, abilities and beliefs. You are far more than your amazing brain.
Tanise Ambers
Counsellor, RTC
Verified
Verified
The deepest desire of a human is to belong…to be heard…and to be accepted… Sometimes life presents us with difficulties that are tough to manage or resolve on our own. There are times when we need to ask for help in order to find ourselves and to move forward. As a person and a counsellor, I know that life’s challenges can happen at all stages of our lives at multiple levels and that every situation is unique to us alone. Circumstances that can challenge how we think, how we perceive, how we believe and how we respond.
Not accepting new clients
Sara Dunford
Psychiatric Nurse, PsyT, BSPN, C-CPT, C-DBT, C-ACT
Verified
Verified
The first steps in seeking support is scary, I will help support and guide you through the process with transparency and compassion. Whether you are a Child, an Adolescent, or an Adult it is important to feel heard and understood when visualizing self-acceptance and wellness in your future. I have worked with youth, families and veterans. My clients have Low self esteem, Depression, Anxiety/Social Anxiety, Substance Use, Personality Disorders and PTSD; knowing that self harm is a common coping tool. I will help you understand your emotions and create new positive coping skills to better manage difficult feelings and behaviors.
Waitlist for new clients
Monica Freudenreich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
"We are all wired for connection. It’s in our biology. As infants, our need for connection is about survival. As we grow older, connection means thriving – emotionally, physically, spiritually, and intellectually. Connection is critical because we all have the basic need to feel accepted and to believe that we belong and are valued for who we are” - Brene Brown At the core of my practice, I believe that a meaningful therapeutic connection can spark change. Talk therapy is a powerful tool to build and enhance acceptance, connection, and healing.
Virginia Ronning Counselling Coaching & Consulting
Counsellor, MEd, RCC, CEC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Certified Supervisor for Counsellors. As COVID-19 sweeps around the world, we know everyone is experiencing much uncertainty personally, professionally, and financially. Many existential questions are being asked. My practice remains open as our meetings can take place online or over the phone. The coaching and counselling I offer are ideal for every person who believes they are capable of more (intellectually, creatively, emotionally, socially, spiritually, physically, professionally, and/or financially). Reassurance comes from exploring our resilience and personal strength. I am also offering a discounted hourly fee if needed.
Michelle Iulianella
Counsellor, BEd, MBA, MA, RCC
Verified
Verified
Currently booking a limited number of new clients. I specialize in working with people grappling with relationship issues in their intimate partnerships. My expertise lies in collaborating with individuals and couples on issues including, but not limited to, communication, intimacy, infidelity and substance misuse. I deliver optimal value for my clients by actively facilitating effective change and empowering them to achieve insight, clarity and peace of mind like never before.
Faith Christine Bergevin
Counsellor, MA, CCC, RCC
Verified
Verified
Finding the right fit as you deal with your issues is key to getting the help you need to feel better and move on in your life. I work with clients who struggle with: depression (including suicidal thoughts), self-harm, grief and loss, relationship issues, adjustment to life transitions (such as university life, divorce, midlife), and recovery from trauma (including sexual assault and rape). It can be challenging to share about your personal difficulties and there can be worry about being judged. It's important to feel you can share your struggles with your counsellor.
Sarah K Davis
Counsellor, PhD, RCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or anxious and not sure what to do next? Have you wanted to try counselling but don't know if it's for you or where to start? Well, then you're in the right place! I work with clients who are experiencing stress, feeling anxious, or dealing with life problems that seem overwhelming. We will work together collaboratively and at your pace to understand your biggest priority, what change you would like to see, and how to make progress toward that change.
Waitlist for new clients
Madeleine Hopwood
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
*Please note I'm currently taking a waitlist for new clients.* I'm glad you're here! Seeking counselling is a brave and self-compassionate thing to do. Here's how I can support you: I work with adults (ages 19+) who are dealing with trauma or PTSD, anxiety, grief, and low self-esteem. I also work with clients facing everyday challenges such as stress, life transitions, or social struggles. I help clients to gain coping skills and tools starting from our very first session. My clients find increased stability and balance in their lives, and move forward from past experiences that have been getting in the way of who they truly are.
Second Story Counselling
Counsellor, MC, RCC, CCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work primarily with younger adults, aged 25-40, who are having difficulty with relationships, identity, anxiety, and depression. Some people want to work through issues related to spirituality or sexual orientation, while others it is vocational or career direction. Quite often, people I meet with are employed in creative fields: art, music, film, tech, or jobs in social justice. To get a sense of who I am, how I practice, and to access my contact info--check out my website (see link) or IG: @gottasecond NOTE: please check with your service provider for extended health coverage, which may vary between plans.
Victoria, BC V8Z
& Online
Irvine Harvey Counselling
Counsellor, MCP, RCC, CCC
Verified
Verified
I live in Sidney, BC, with my husband Daniel, our Great Dane Luna, and our new baby cat Quincy. I have a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology from Adler University (Vancouver, BC), a Certificate in Community Counselling from Vancouver Community College (Vancouver, BC), and a Degree in Physiotherapy. Over the years, my life experiences have led me in the counselling profession to be an advocate, listener, and support for people who are struggling with their wellness, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, phobias, PTSD, emotional instability, anger issues, panic disorders, personality disorders, and bipolar disorders.
Ben Bjorgaard
Counsellor, PhDc, MA, RCC, CCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
By addressing troubling thoughts and feelings, self-sabotaging behaviors, and traumas, life can be made more manageable, productive, and fulfilling. Feelings such as grief, shame, anxiety, sadness, and anger often signal that something needs to change. Listening to and working with these feelings—some that consume us and others that gently nudge us—can move us forward. Through this, we sometimes discover that our everyday dilemmas are part of larger patterns waiting to be resolved as a whole.
Morgan Brooks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Overwhelm, uncertainty, confusion, conflict, anxiety and despair - if this is your reality right now, you're not alone. We're all longing for a sense of connection, possibility, and hope in the face of the tsunami of injustice, trauma and loss we're living through in these 'unprecedented times' (ugh). Stress levels higher than the price of a Vancouver condo, relationships sinking under the weight of isolation, & identities under attack from all sides - how do we cope with the chaos and still show up as the caregivers, creatives, healers and changemakers the world so desperately needs?
Victoria, BC V8V
& Online
Josh Ruberg
Counsellor, RCC, MEd
Verified
Verified
Stuck. Alone. Overwhelmed. Those are the words clients often connect with. Perhaps you have tried everything you can think of to change things. Maybe you've tried everything your friends and family can think of too. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, meaninglessness, or something unique to you, I look forward to being with you in the healing process.
Dawn Rabey
Counsellor, PhD, CCC, RCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with individuals who are seeking long-term depth psychotherapy. I support deep inquiry and on-going discovery of who you are, whether the draw is to access more of your creative potential, or to shift long-standing patterns that no longer serve you. It is not about perfection, but rather wholeness, which includes all parts of the Self; it is about living a full life, not a perfect life. I work with severe childhood trauma, personality disorders, dissociation, self-harm, eating disorders, suicidal ideation, and spiritual awakening. I also work with clients who are on a dedicated spiritual path.
Simone Duff
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified
Verified
I understand clients have challenges that they would like support with navigating through. They need a counsellor who is non-judgmental, compassionate, and safe. Typically, client's goals revolve around achieving more self-awareness, skills, and abilities to help themselves live a meaningful life. I want to facilitate their passion about growth and creating lifestyles that support their values and goals.
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What type of mental health professional is right for me?
Some of the most common types of mental health providers in Victoria are psychologists, licensed counselors, therapists, psychotherapists, and licensed clinical social workers, all of whom diagnose mental health conditions and provide individualized treatment.
Services offered, education and credentials vary by type of mental health professional. Each professional in Victoria then may specialize in certain areas, such as depression, marriage counseling, or anxiety. Although many mental health providers are not licensed to prescribe medication, they may coordinate with a provider who can.
Both in-person and online therapy sessions are available from most psychologists.
Services offered, education and credentials vary by type of mental health professional. Each professional in Victoria then may specialize in certain areas, such as depression, marriage counseling, or anxiety. Although many mental health providers are not licensed to prescribe medication, they may coordinate with a provider who can.
Both in-person and online therapy sessions are available from most psychologists.
How to find a specialist?
You can refine your search using the filters on this page. There are several categories you can filter by to find mental health professionals with the experience you are looking for. You may want to filter for CBT Psychologists in Victoria, or Child Psychologists in Victoria.
Many find it useful to use filters to view only psychologists that have experience working with certain issues, like Victoria psychologists specializing in EMDR.
Many find it useful to use filters to view only psychologists that have experience working with certain issues, like Victoria psychologists specializing in EMDR.
What method of therapy is right for me?
When it comes to treatment methods, there's no 'right way.’ Each method of therapy can be beneficial for a variety of issues. Psychologists in Victoria specialize in therapeutic approaches such as CBT, EMDR, and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), among others. Finding a psychologist or therapist who is a good fit for you is the most important step to discovering what type of therapy, or combination of therapeutic approaches, will meet your individual needs. Learn what to expect from different types of therapy and how they work.
How to use my insurance?
Many therapists accept health insurance. Check to see if your insurance is covered. Feel free to discuss this when you contact the therapist.