Addiction Therapists in Victoria, BC

When confronted with challenging times - whether it is struggling with mental health, your relationships, addiction , identity or just not knowing what to do - feelings of despair, loneliness, desperation, and fear can overwhelm hope.

LGBTQ2S+ welcome! I am a settler and living on the territory of the K'ómoks First Nation. I'm a clinical counsellor and I offer support around relationships, single-incident trauma, complex trauma, anxiety & depression, parenting, identity, self-esteem, addiction , and much more. I have a relational style and I'm trained in a range of evidence-based modalities so that we can find something that fits your needs and style. For immediate support, please head over to my website and to learn more, read on!

Welcome. How brave and courageous to explore newness for yourself. My name is Charis Santiago and I am a 2nd generation Filipina-Canadian therapist who provides relational analytic counselling services in Victoria, BC and telehealth. I am passionate about working with you surrounding a wide range of mental health issues. My specialties include working with issues of trauma and sexual abuse, racial/ethnic and identity development, issues with family, play therapy, addiction and mood disorders.

In my practice I work with adults (individuals, couples, families) and I provide clinical consultation/supervision to therapists. My specialty areas include complex trauma & PTSD, depression, bipolar disorder, social anxiety, men's issues, intimate relationships, family conflict, and young/midlife adulthood. I also help people navigate a wide range of challenges related to identity, relationship to self/others, grief/loss, stress/burnout, & addiction . My clinical background includes working as a therapist at an early psychosis & bipolar clinic, an addictions and criminality recovery program, and a men's trauma centre.

I believe that people have unlimited capacity. I work to support others in exploring the challenges in their own lives; relationships; and that arise in pursuit of goals. My professional background in mental health and substance use (addictions) has offered me experience working with others to address complex challenges since beginning in 2013. It is a privilege to join others on their journey and I am fortunate to engage in this work on the traditional lands of the Lekwungen Peoples.

Hi there, my name is Laurel (she/her) and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (CCC 7226) with a Master’s degree in Counselling, as well as undergraduate degrees in criminology and psychology. I have had the honour of working as a counsellor for the past 25 years in schools, community mental health, the military community, addictions programs, and correctional facilities. I am also a yoga teacher and sound healing practitioner and love to add these into sessions when folx are interested in exploring how these practices might support their well being.

Are you stuck between where you are, and where you would like to be? Life can be challenging and sometimes all we need is to share our story and consider what opportunities exist for us today. Examining our beliefs and considering the possibilities creates hope for our future. My work is directed towards helping clients better manage challenges such as anxiety, worry, fear, depression, anger, relationship conflict, addiction , trauma, life transitions, loss and grief, energy regulation, and to create better opportunities for the future. A life of health, happiness and harmony - isn't that what we looking for?

At Ginger Henderson Counselling Services, we exist to inspire and support those who wish to cultivate a balanced mind, resilient spirit, and a renewed sense of self-confidence. My team of highly trained Counsellors are compassionate and resourceful and here to support you through whatever may be troubling you. If you are suffering through trauma, substance abuse, life changes, a loss of a loved one, parenting or relationship issues, depression, anxiety or simply wanting to change your life patterns, we are here. We work with clients from various backgrounds and strive to make every client feel comfortable and important.

As a queer-identified trans man, I am intimately aware of the unique needs of our community and want to help you craft a path forward to a healthy and fulfilling future. I am passionate about working with individuals with transgender, gender-diverse or LGBTQ2A+ identities and their partner(s) and families on challenges related to navigating the world with a marginalized identity, or in coping with other challenges (depression, anxiety, addiction , trauma) from a place of understanding. I also offer gender-affirming hormone (HRT) and surgical assessments in BC and ON with no waitlist and quick report turnaround.

From a very young age, I knew my purpose was to help others. I’ve dedicated my life to fighting social injustices, learning therapeutic modalities, and holding space. Between my formal education & training, and my lived experiences, I offer a unique perspective as a wounded healer and witness to support you on your journey. I strive to provide quality, professional, evidence-based clinical services to individuals who are living with complex mental health concerns, while offering collaborative trauma-informed counselling services through the lens of attachment theory.

We all face various challenges that can impact our ability to connect with others, feel safe within ourselves, and be fully present in our lives. I am passionate about helping people uncover their unique personal strengths, heal their nervous systems, connect with their intuition, increase creativity, and move toward a more fulfilling and peaceful life as their authentic selves. I support individuals navigating various challenges, including stress, anxiety, self-doubt, boundaries, grief and loss, depression, substance use, life transitions, parenting, relationship issues, domestic violence, and childhood trauma

Have you recently lost a loved one? Are you dealing with relationship struggles? Do you feel stuck or insecure? Are you going through a difficult life transition? I specialize in working with clients on issues related to: grief and loss, anxiety, relationship and marital conflict, addiction , childhood trauma, body image and self-esteem, and codependency. Sessions give individuals and couples the opportunity to talk through problems and explore issues using different approaches, depending on each individual's needs. My wish is to empower couples and individuals to find fulfilment in their daily lives, even through adversity.

Counselling is a courageous step in the direction of positive change. As your therapist, I hold myself to providing the highest quality of service determined by the ethics and standards of my profession. Practicing from a place of compassion, non-judgment, curiosity, and respect, I strive to facilitate each client's innate capacity for positive growth and development. My clinical specializations include disordered eating, depression, anxiety, addiction , trauma, childhood sexual abuse, and relationship issues.

Whether triggered by a recent loss or trying to navigate the uncertainty of daily life, anxiety and/or depression have taken a heavy toll on many. Professional guidance through this emotional storm can relieve much of the stress and provide lifelong tools that will move one toward calmer waters. Your story has a voice that needs to be heard. I am here to listen, compassionately, without judgment. I am here to support you in your darkest days and honour your courage as you move forward.

Life's increasing demands and uncertainties are known to impact our mental, emotional, physical, behavioral, or spiritual functioning. Are you experiencing conditions that hamper your optimal growth, or stuck in the past, hoping to make meaning of the present? Whether it's depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, chronic conditions, life transitions, trauma, or associated symptoms such as sleep disorders, substance misuse, or self-harm behaviors, it is important to recognize that help is available and you do not have to walk alone.

When life's challenges become too overwhelming, our mind & body can feel stuck, out of control, like there's no way out. You may even feel disconnected from your body, not fully present in your everyday life, or in a constant state of alarm. This pain can start in early childhood & is built on throughout our life, or it can be a single event that destabilizes our internal resources. It’s important to remember these responses are normal adaptations by the mind & body to abnormal situations. This dysregulation can show up in our lives as anxiety, depression, chronic pain & illness, substance use, negative thoughts, or low self-esteem.

My primary modality is Internal Family Systems therapy where I incorporate somatic work. Creating a safe, strong, non-dogmatic, container together is the key component of my practice. I am especially skilled at attuning, and providing company in places that you may have previously felt alone. We will work on regulating the nervous system and building resources, while also exploring issues and relationships in our life that feel difficult. Many of my clients are people in their 20s and 30s exploring the transitions and challenges of adulthood while reckoning with Family of Origin trauma.

Welcome! I appreciate your actions in deciding to take care of yourself in dealing with whatever stress, pain or change and transition you may be experiencing at this time in your life. I approach my work compassionately acknowledging one’s difficulties as well as one’s strengths. I support clients in identifying personal needs and creating plans for healing and growth.

Relationships are built at the speed of trust and I believe the relationship created between therapist and client is the foundational component in the therapeutic process. I bring 14 years of experience working with families and individuals in various capacities and create a treatment plan specific to your individual needs. I identify as a Métis female - European/French/Indigenous, and honour the ability to work and play on the unceded lands of the Tla'Amin Peoples. I'm grateful to be able to walk alongside you and support you on your journey.