Adults Therapists in Victoria, BC
We all deserve peace, to feel connection with others, and to feel a sense of trust in ourselves and the world. Stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, depression, trauma, major life changes and family issues are among the challenges that can get in the way of us experiencing life the way we would like to. And we all have ways of coping with those stresses. But what happens when those strategies don’t seem to be working anymore? I bring a compassionate and patient approach to our work together. My approach is rooted in my sincere belief, in our ability to heal. No matter the struggle, there is always hope.
We all deserve peace, to feel connection with others, and to feel a sense of trust in ourselves and the world. Stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, depression, trauma, major life changes and family issues are among the challenges that can get in the way of us experiencing life the way we would like to. And we all have ways of coping with those stresses. But what happens when those strategies don’t seem to be working anymore? I bring a compassionate and patient approach to our work together. My approach is rooted in my sincere belief, in our ability to heal. No matter the struggle, there is always hope.
South Island Counselling is a team of Registered Clinical Counsellors and Canadian Certified Counsellors, who offer counselling services to individuals, couples and families in the Greater Victoria area. We can offer a unique experience to our clients as we have 10 clinical counsellors who can be matched to your specific needs. Our approaches can help with anxiety, depression, stress, addictions, trauma, family conflict, low self-esteem, marital conflict, sexual, emotional or physical abuse, grief and loss, relationship issues, life transitions, mood changes, gender identity, spiritual concerns and so much more.
South Island Counselling is a team of Registered Clinical Counsellors and Canadian Certified Counsellors, who offer counselling services to individuals, couples and families in the Greater Victoria area. We can offer a unique experience to our clients as we have 10 clinical counsellors who can be matched to your specific needs. Our approaches can help with anxiety, depression, stress, addictions, trauma, family conflict, low self-esteem, marital conflict, sexual, emotional or physical abuse, grief and loss, relationship issues, life transitions, mood changes, gender identity, spiritual concerns and so much more.
Claudia Donald (Cedar Cove Counselling)
Counsellor, BEd, MA, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V9B
Waitlist for new clients
Hi there! I'm happy to meet with anyone experiencing a wide range of concerns. My areas of interest and experience are anxiety, relationships (romantic, platonic, parental), divorce/separation (co-parenting, step-parenting, parenting time), and peri- and post-partum mental health. I have experience with and work with all age groups from 12 years old and up. If you're not happy with the way you're feeling, you feel "stuck", or you're unsure how to go about communicating or expressing your needs and concerns, we can explore strategies and interventions to help support you with your goals.
Hi there! I'm happy to meet with anyone experiencing a wide range of concerns. My areas of interest and experience are anxiety, relationships (romantic, platonic, parental), divorce/separation (co-parenting, step-parenting, parenting time), and peri- and post-partum mental health. I have experience with and work with all age groups from 12 years old and up. If you're not happy with the way you're feeling, you feel "stuck", or you're unsure how to go about communicating or expressing your needs and concerns, we can explore strategies and interventions to help support you with your goals.
My approach with clients is to provide a safe and non-judgemental space to explore life challenges and work toward better functioning. I draw on different approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy, solution focused therapy and polvagal informed theory in order to customize the counselling experience to the unique needs of the client. My practice is centred around values of curiosity and respect for the client’s lived experience, with a focus on creating more self compassion and internal safety. I believe that we can access internal strengths that foster improved wellbeing through increased awareness and intentional practice.
My approach with clients is to provide a safe and non-judgemental space to explore life challenges and work toward better functioning. I draw on different approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy, solution focused therapy and polvagal informed theory in order to customize the counselling experience to the unique needs of the client. My practice is centred around values of curiosity and respect for the client’s lived experience, with a focus on creating more self compassion and internal safety. I believe that we can access internal strengths that foster improved wellbeing through increased awareness and intentional practice.
For nearly a decade I have been providing counselling services to individuals and groups in private, not-for-profit, and clinical settings in Alberta and British Columbia. I am located in the Greater Victoria area, and enjoy providing a wide range of mental wellness support for those experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, pain, chronic illness, grief, and more. I focus on client’s positive qualities and their strengths to assist them in generating effective solutions for issues they may be facing, facilitating positive growth through a relationship-driven integrative approach.
For nearly a decade I have been providing counselling services to individuals and groups in private, not-for-profit, and clinical settings in Alberta and British Columbia. I am located in the Greater Victoria area, and enjoy providing a wide range of mental wellness support for those experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, pain, chronic illness, grief, and more. I focus on client’s positive qualities and their strengths to assist them in generating effective solutions for issues they may be facing, facilitating positive growth through a relationship-driven integrative approach.
My counselling practice focuses on helping people heal from the effects of relational trauma and PTSD. I specialize in helping people whose trauma occurred because of historical and recent sexualized violence, intimate relationship abuse (including same-sex abuse and women's use of violence) as well as helping people heal from family-of-origin issues and dynamics. I also support people who are exploring sexual issues, sexuality and sexual orientation, gender diversity and expressions, self-esteem, and boundaries within relationships. I am trained in EMDR and Somatic Attachment Psychotherapy. I also offer Clinical Supervision.
My counselling practice focuses on helping people heal from the effects of relational trauma and PTSD. I specialize in helping people whose trauma occurred because of historical and recent sexualized violence, intimate relationship abuse (including same-sex abuse and women's use of violence) as well as helping people heal from family-of-origin issues and dynamics. I also support people who are exploring sexual issues, sexuality and sexual orientation, gender diversity and expressions, self-esteem, and boundaries within relationships. I am trained in EMDR and Somatic Attachment Psychotherapy. I also offer Clinical Supervision.
Dr. Elena Ferri and Therapy Psychology Center
Psychologist, PSYD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8V
Affordable (65$ - first/130$ - follow up) cost model. I began my journey working with children and youth over 13 years ago in the field of Child and Youth work. My experience and passion are in helping people build and strengthen healthy attachments and connections not only with others, but with themselves. I will focus on your story in a respectful and non-judgmental way so that together we can create the foundation for what you need in order to heal, grow and change in the ways you want.
Affordable (65$ - first/130$ - follow up) cost model. I began my journey working with children and youth over 13 years ago in the field of Child and Youth work. My experience and passion are in helping people build and strengthen healthy attachments and connections not only with others, but with themselves. I will focus on your story in a respectful and non-judgmental way so that together we can create the foundation for what you need in order to heal, grow and change in the ways you want.
Currently accepting new clients. I am inspired by the resiliency that can be found in people from all walks of life, and in every corner of the globe. I believe there is strength to be found in everyone, sometimes it just takes a nurturing hand, an understanding ear, and an open heart to create opportunity for individuals to find what is innately within themselves.
Currently accepting new clients. I am inspired by the resiliency that can be found in people from all walks of life, and in every corner of the globe. I believe there is strength to be found in everyone, sometimes it just takes a nurturing hand, an understanding ear, and an open heart to create opportunity for individuals to find what is innately within themselves.
Accepting new clients! I provide individual in person art therapy sessions in Victoria, BC. as well as online virtual sessions across Canada. It is important to me to hold a safe and creative atmosphere for my clients to explore their therapeutic needs and goals. I offer services to individuals seeking support while coping with anxiety, depression, stress, loss, trauma, and other mental health and well-being issues.
Accepting new clients! I provide individual in person art therapy sessions in Victoria, BC. as well as online virtual sessions across Canada. It is important to me to hold a safe and creative atmosphere for my clients to explore their therapeutic needs and goals. I offer services to individuals seeking support while coping with anxiety, depression, stress, loss, trauma, and other mental health and well-being issues.
For a little over decade I am supporting people in their journey to more fulfilling, authentic life. Together we discover new ways of thinking, new perspectives and new behaviours. People come to me to resolve issues of anxiety, not-satisfying life; people who curious about themselves and craving a different quality of life. These women, men and LGBTQ+ folks are intent to change their life for better and I'm there to walk with them every step of the way.
For a little over decade I am supporting people in their journey to more fulfilling, authentic life. Together we discover new ways of thinking, new perspectives and new behaviours. People come to me to resolve issues of anxiety, not-satisfying life; people who curious about themselves and craving a different quality of life. These women, men and LGBTQ+ folks are intent to change their life for better and I'm there to walk with them every step of the way.
I have a strong passion for supporting the well-being of children/youth and assisting individuals and families going through various challenges, including family transitions, relationship/family support, parenting support, depression/anxiety, self-esteem/confidence, international student support, and language/cultural differences.
I have a strong passion for supporting the well-being of children/youth and assisting individuals and families going through various challenges, including family transitions, relationship/family support, parenting support, depression/anxiety, self-esteem/confidence, international student support, and language/cultural differences.
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My hope, as a therapist, is that by listening to you, I can teach you how how to listen to yourself. Do you struggle with anxiety or depression? Notice painful repetitive patterns playing out in your life? Struggling to build a joyful, healthy life as a person living with challenges like neurodivergence? I believe that building a stronger relationship with yourself and learning how to heal even when you're not in a therapist's office is the way forward. By doing work that is well supported by research and facilitated by a therapist with a lot of lived experience- including neurodivergence -you can change in incredible ways.
My hope, as a therapist, is that by listening to you, I can teach you how how to listen to yourself. Do you struggle with anxiety or depression? Notice painful repetitive patterns playing out in your life? Struggling to build a joyful, healthy life as a person living with challenges like neurodivergence? I believe that building a stronger relationship with yourself and learning how to heal even when you're not in a therapist's office is the way forward. By doing work that is well supported by research and facilitated by a therapist with a lot of lived experience- including neurodivergence -you can change in incredible ways.
I am a therapist, researcher and artist. Being a therapist is one of the greatest joys and privileges in my life. Working with each individual and being invited into their story is a true honour and one that I do not take for granted. I am passionate about the well-being of each person and want to see each individual heal and grow.
I am a therapist, researcher and artist. Being a therapist is one of the greatest joys and privileges in my life. Working with each individual and being invited into their story is a true honour and one that I do not take for granted. I am passionate about the well-being of each person and want to see each individual heal and grow.
I believe that each person is fundamentally whole and good just as they are, yet painful life experiences, inner conflict, and confusion obscure our innate sense of wellbeing and connection. I support you to heal these wounds, gently transforming them with compassion, to help you achieve the life you always wanted to live. I enjoy working with clients from all walks of life. In particular, I work with clients with trauma to let go of past painful experiences and memories to live more fully in the present. I also enjoy working with the BIPOC community integrating a person's diverse experiences, culture, or spirituality into therapy.
I believe that each person is fundamentally whole and good just as they are, yet painful life experiences, inner conflict, and confusion obscure our innate sense of wellbeing and connection. I support you to heal these wounds, gently transforming them with compassion, to help you achieve the life you always wanted to live. I enjoy working with clients from all walks of life. In particular, I work with clients with trauma to let go of past painful experiences and memories to live more fully in the present. I also enjoy working with the BIPOC community integrating a person's diverse experiences, culture, or spirituality into therapy.
Feeling at war with your body? It’s not your fault! You have likely grown up in an environment with harmful messaging around body size and weight. Seeking counselling can be an important and courageous step towards healing the wounds and mending the relationship between body, mind and spirit. I want to first acknowledge you for taking a step in kindness towards yourself and reaching out for support. I focus my counselling work around helping folks with their relationship to their bodies, body image, food, eating, and movement. I take an anti-oppressive, Body Positive approach to my work, centering anti-diet culture and anti-racism.
Feeling at war with your body? It’s not your fault! You have likely grown up in an environment with harmful messaging around body size and weight. Seeking counselling can be an important and courageous step towards healing the wounds and mending the relationship between body, mind and spirit. I want to first acknowledge you for taking a step in kindness towards yourself and reaching out for support. I focus my counselling work around helping folks with their relationship to their bodies, body image, food, eating, and movement. I take an anti-oppressive, Body Positive approach to my work, centering anti-diet culture and anti-racism.
Waitlist for new clients - I am a queer, neurodivergent student counsellor of mixed European descent. I have been working in community care for the past five years, supporting children, youth and families from a variety of backgrounds and cultures. I feel so inspired by peoples’ unique outlooks on life, and hold so much respect for the creative ways that they all find to stay alive and keep themselves safe. I believe that everyone is doing the best that they can, and that resistance is always present in the face of oppression.
Waitlist for new clients - I am a queer, neurodivergent student counsellor of mixed European descent. I have been working in community care for the past five years, supporting children, youth and families from a variety of backgrounds and cultures. I feel so inspired by peoples’ unique outlooks on life, and hold so much respect for the creative ways that they all find to stay alive and keep themselves safe. I believe that everyone is doing the best that they can, and that resistance is always present in the face of oppression.
Evergreen OCD Therapy - Bonnie Kuyvenhoven
Counsellor, MA, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8Z
Waitlist for new clients
Have you been diagnosed with OCD or are wondering if your symptoms are related to OCD? I would be honoured to help answer some of these questions and be a part of your recovery journey.
Have you been diagnosed with OCD or are wondering if your symptoms are related to OCD? I would be honoured to help answer some of these questions and be a part of your recovery journey.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with fifteen years of experience in treatment and assessment. Education in both the Arts and Science inform my balanced approach to improving mental health. I place importance on understanding the client as a unique individual with their own stressors, life experiences, key relationships and biological/health characteristics. This understanding helps me to develop a focused and effective treatment strategy designed to increase happiness and improve quality of life. I rely on evidence-based techniques, but also understand the importance building of a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with fifteen years of experience in treatment and assessment. Education in both the Arts and Science inform my balanced approach to improving mental health. I place importance on understanding the client as a unique individual with their own stressors, life experiences, key relationships and biological/health characteristics. This understanding helps me to develop a focused and effective treatment strategy designed to increase happiness and improve quality of life. I rely on evidence-based techniques, but also understand the importance building of a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust.
I am a registered clinical counsellor (RCC) who takes a strength-based, collaborative approach to supporting people. I enjoy working with individuals with disabilities, job seekers and employers, as well as people living with addictions, ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, burnout, and sexual orientation.
I am a registered clinical counsellor (RCC) who takes a strength-based, collaborative approach to supporting people. I enjoy working with individuals with disabilities, job seekers and employers, as well as people living with addictions, ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, burnout, and sexual orientation.
Andrea is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors) and a Certified Canadian Counsellor with the Canadian Counselling & Psychotherapy Association. She received her Master of Counselling Psychology degree from Yorkville University in Fredricton, New Brunswick (August 2021). Her extensive experience working with individuals struggling with persistent mental health challenges in a peer support framework, sparked her desire to become a clinical counsellor. She supports solution-focused, client-centred, and recovery-oriented philosophies rooted in strength, growth, and resiliency.
Andrea is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors) and a Certified Canadian Counsellor with the Canadian Counselling & Psychotherapy Association. She received her Master of Counselling Psychology degree from Yorkville University in Fredricton, New Brunswick (August 2021). Her extensive experience working with individuals struggling with persistent mental health challenges in a peer support framework, sparked her desire to become a clinical counsellor. She supports solution-focused, client-centred, and recovery-oriented philosophies rooted in strength, growth, and resiliency.
