Career Guidance Therapists in Victoria, BC
*Accepting new clients* Hi there, my name is Jonathan. Helping people work on the challenges they want to work on so that they can become a better version of themselves is my work. By using an integrative approach, I support people by helping them discover and explore practical solutions for their life circumstances and their relationships. What works best for you is what is important, not following a set of instructions or trying to fit you into a prescribed way of life. Counselling is about working together to improve well-being and focusing our efforts to do so, so let's work together.
*Accepting new clients* Hi there, my name is Jonathan. Helping people work on the challenges they want to work on so that they can become a better version of themselves is my work. By using an integrative approach, I support people by helping them discover and explore practical solutions for their life circumstances and their relationships. What works best for you is what is important, not following a set of instructions or trying to fit you into a prescribed way of life. Counselling is about working together to improve well-being and focusing our efforts to do so, so let's work together.
I work exclusively with men who are experiencing stress or anxiety related to their career, their relationships, or being a dad.
You will enjoy working with me if you'd like a structured program that builds your skills at communicating and improves your ability to cope. Our meetings are confidential without judgment or expectations.
I work exclusively with men who are experiencing stress or anxiety related to their career, their relationships, or being a dad.
You will enjoy working with me if you'd like a structured program that builds your skills at communicating and improves your ability to cope. Our meetings are confidential without judgment or expectations.
I enjoy working with people with disabilities, job seekers and employers, men’s mental health, individuals navigating addiction and recovery, ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, burnout, and questions related to identity and sexual orientation.
Specializations include mental health, addictions and recovery, disabilities, neurodivergence, ADHD, autism, men’s mental health, and workplace stress and burnout. I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), while also drawing from a range of complementary therapeutic approaches.
I enjoy working with people with disabilities, job seekers and employers, men’s mental health, individuals navigating addiction and recovery, ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, burnout, and questions related to identity and sexual orientation.
Specializations include mental health, addictions and recovery, disabilities, neurodivergence, ADHD, autism, men’s mental health, and workplace stress and burnout. I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), while also drawing from a range of complementary therapeutic approaches.
I offer counselling services for adult individuals and youth (16+) facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders or career transitions.
My approach is collaborative, recognizing the unique needs of the individual and utilizing research-based modalities, including CBT, DBT, mindfulness, somatic practices, expressive movement, dreamwork, and EMDR. I prioritize creating a safe relational space in which you can tap into your innate wisdom, gain insight, and create the change you are hoping for.
I offer counselling services for adult individuals and youth (16+) facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders or career transitions.
My approach is collaborative, recognizing the unique needs of the individual and utilizing research-based modalities, including CBT, DBT, mindfulness, somatic practices, expressive movement, dreamwork, and EMDR. I prioritize creating a safe relational space in which you can tap into your innate wisdom, gain insight, and create the change you are hoping for.
If you are struggling with any of these topics, or if you're wanting support navigating relationships, parenting, or career, please reach out, I strive to return all messages promptly.
I know that starting therapy can be a lot. I want to offer my support to help make that decision less stressful. Years of work as a paramedic and an RN taught me that trauma, depression, anxiety and overwhelm can leave you feeling lost, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward. I've also been there myself. I believe that no matter what we’ve been through, we all have the capacity to heal, to rediscover ourselves, and to grow beyond the pain of the past. I want to offer you a safe and compassionate space to explore your story, strengthen your inner resources, and move toward a life that feels meaningful and whole.
If you are struggling with any of these topics, or if you're wanting support navigating relationships, parenting, or career, please reach out, I strive to return all messages promptly.
I know that starting therapy can be a lot. I want to offer my support to help make that decision less stressful. Years of work as a paramedic and an RN taught me that trauma, depression, anxiety and overwhelm can leave you feeling lost, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward. I've also been there myself. I believe that no matter what we’ve been through, we all have the capacity to heal, to rediscover ourselves, and to grow beyond the pain of the past. I want to offer you a safe and compassionate space to explore your story, strengthen your inner resources, and move toward a life that feels meaningful and whole.
Because most people did not figure out their career before they left high school.
Maybe you have just finished school, (or homeschooling) and are wondering what types of careers would be a good fit. Or you have been working for a while in an unsatisfying role and feel stuck. Maybe you find yourself mid- career and are wondering “Is this all there is?”. Or, possibly, a good job has turned unbearable due to a change beyond your control.
Because most people did not figure out their career before they left high school.
Maybe you have just finished school, (or homeschooling) and are wondering what types of careers would be a good fit. Or you have been working for a while in an unsatisfying role and feel stuck. Maybe you find yourself mid- career and are wondering “Is this all there is?”. Or, possibly, a good job has turned unbearable due to a change beyond your control.
Are you looking for support to navigate lifes ups and downs? Maybe you're dealing with symptoms of anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, or another topic that's getting in the way of living life to the fullest.
Are you looking for support to navigate lifes ups and downs? Maybe you're dealing with symptoms of anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, or another topic that's getting in the way of living life to the fullest.
You keep up with your work and responsibilities, but inside it’s a constant balancing act. Maybe you lie awake replaying mistakes in your head, try to numb out, or feel mentally and emotionally drained no matter how much you push forward.
You keep up with your work and responsibilities, but inside it’s a constant balancing act. Maybe you lie awake replaying mistakes in your head, try to numb out, or feel mentally and emotionally drained no matter how much you push forward.
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.
I offer virtual EMDR therapy to help you work through trauma, anxiety, and depression, along with ADHD-informed counselling for adults. If you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or caught in patterns that don’t make sense, we can work together to process what’s underneath and move forward. EMDR is a powerful, evidence-based approach that supports meaningful change without needing to relive everything in detail. I support clients with trauma, panic, PTSD, complex PTSD, grief, and relationship challenges in a way that feels steady, supportive, and focused on real progress.
I offer virtual EMDR therapy to help you work through trauma, anxiety, and depression, along with ADHD-informed counselling for adults. If you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or caught in patterns that don’t make sense, we can work together to process what’s underneath and move forward. EMDR is a powerful, evidence-based approach that supports meaningful change without needing to relive everything in detail. I support clients with trauma, panic, PTSD, complex PTSD, grief, and relationship challenges in a way that feels steady, supportive, and focused on real progress.
Many of the people I work with feel stuck, irritable, or disconnected, even if they would not describe themselves as depressed. They may be dealing with relationship stress, life transitions, or a general sense that something is off. I often support young adults, including men and gender diverse clients, who have not always had space to talk openly about their emotions. Together, we slow things down, make sense of patterns, and find a way forward that feels more clear and manageable.
Many of the people I work with feel stuck, irritable, or disconnected, even if they would not describe themselves as depressed. They may be dealing with relationship stress, life transitions, or a general sense that something is off. I often support young adults, including men and gender diverse clients, who have not always had space to talk openly about their emotions. Together, we slow things down, make sense of patterns, and find a way forward that feels more clear and manageable.
Navigating big changes in your career, relationships or motherhood?
Life as a woman can be overwhelming. Work, relationships and motherhood often pull us in different directions.
I can help you to understand patterns behind stress, anxiety and depression; reconnect with your inner strenghts and identify practical changes you can make in your daily life.
Navigating big changes in your career, relationships or motherhood?
Life as a woman can be overwhelming. Work, relationships and motherhood often pull us in different directions.
I can help you to understand patterns behind stress, anxiety and depression; reconnect with your inner strenghts and identify practical changes you can make in your daily life.
Do you feel like you’ve been at war with your body for as long as you can remember? Weight stigma and years of believing something is “wrong” with you can leave deep scars. If you’re using a GLP-1 medication, you may be facing new challenges—grieving old coping mechanisms, feeling lost without cravings, or unsure how to live in this “new” body.
I specialize in supporting lifelong struggles with weight, shame, and body image. You are not broken. Together, we’ll create a safe space to heal, unlearn harmful stories, and build a compassionate relationship with yourself.
Do you feel like you’ve been at war with your body for as long as you can remember? Weight stigma and years of believing something is “wrong” with you can leave deep scars. If you’re using a GLP-1 medication, you may be facing new challenges—grieving old coping mechanisms, feeling lost without cravings, or unsure how to live in this “new” body.
I specialize in supporting lifelong struggles with weight, shame, and body image. You are not broken. Together, we’ll create a safe space to heal, unlearn harmful stories, and build a compassionate relationship with yourself.
I am a Registered Social Worker (RSW/MSW) who supports postsecondary students as they manage academic stress, perfectionism and internal/external pressure. I also work with adults navigating relationship challenges, interpersonal friction, anxiety, and communication concerns. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed by decision fatigue, or unsure how to move forward with confidence - particularly in school, work, or relationships.
I am a Registered Social Worker (RSW/MSW) who supports postsecondary students as they manage academic stress, perfectionism and internal/external pressure. I also work with adults navigating relationship challenges, interpersonal friction, anxiety, and communication concerns. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed by decision fatigue, or unsure how to move forward with confidence - particularly in school, work, or relationships.
Hi, I’m Céline. I provide compassionate online counselling for anxiety, stress, emotional overwhelm, and life transitions. I offer a supportive, collaborative space where you can slow down, feel understood, and gently explore what’s going on beneath the surface. My approach is grounded in helping you feel more steady, resourced, and connected to yourself.
Hi, I’m Céline. I provide compassionate online counselling for anxiety, stress, emotional overwhelm, and life transitions. I offer a supportive, collaborative space where you can slow down, feel understood, and gently explore what’s going on beneath the surface. My approach is grounded in helping you feel more steady, resourced, and connected to yourself.
There is so much going on in the world today, alongside personal issues that we are all navigating. We might get really good at appearing okay, while on the inside we feel drained, find relationships difficult, or feel unclear about our direction. Symptoms from these patterns can manifest in both the mind and the body, manifesting as stress and burnout.
Many people I work with are thoughtful and self-aware, yet still feel stuck or overwhelmed in ways that are hard to shift alone. Together, we will explore patterns with curiosity, and begin to make sense of what’s going on in order to shift towards more clarity, ease. and growth.
There is so much going on in the world today, alongside personal issues that we are all navigating. We might get really good at appearing okay, while on the inside we feel drained, find relationships difficult, or feel unclear about our direction. Symptoms from these patterns can manifest in both the mind and the body, manifesting as stress and burnout.
Many people I work with are thoughtful and self-aware, yet still feel stuck or overwhelmed in ways that are hard to shift alone. Together, we will explore patterns with curiosity, and begin to make sense of what’s going on in order to shift towards more clarity, ease. and growth.
Life is not easy is it. Ridiculously so at times. No one can get through it alone, but it can be hard to find the right people to navigate it with sometimes. Perhaps I'm one of your people! I have 15 years of experience in various roles supporting people of all walks of life - most recently working with those experiencing life altering illness and persistent pain. I also have worked with those who are facing life transition, depression, anxiety, chronic stress, the effects of colonial violence, and relationship challenges. I believe it is critical to offer you immensely practical, compassionate, trauma-informed, and hopeful counsel.
Life is not easy is it. Ridiculously so at times. No one can get through it alone, but it can be hard to find the right people to navigate it with sometimes. Perhaps I'm one of your people! I have 15 years of experience in various roles supporting people of all walks of life - most recently working with those experiencing life altering illness and persistent pain. I also have worked with those who are facing life transition, depression, anxiety, chronic stress, the effects of colonial violence, and relationship challenges. I believe it is critical to offer you immensely practical, compassionate, trauma-informed, and hopeful counsel.
Welcome! I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor, I hold a Master's degree in counselIing. Sometimes difficult emotions and patterns can keep us from feeling fulfilled and at peace. Experiences may have led to disconnecting from ourselves, or bracing against life, in order to get by. Working with a counsellor can help us find new ways to connect and come back to ourselves. When provided the space and safety for inner exploration, I have seen how clients can connect to confidence, clarity, self-compassion and the core aliveness that we all possess.
Welcome! I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor, I hold a Master's degree in counselIing. Sometimes difficult emotions and patterns can keep us from feeling fulfilled and at peace. Experiences may have led to disconnecting from ourselves, or bracing against life, in order to get by. Working with a counsellor can help us find new ways to connect and come back to ourselves. When provided the space and safety for inner exploration, I have seen how clients can connect to confidence, clarity, self-compassion and the core aliveness that we all possess.
Fairfield Mental Health and Oak Bay Mental Health
Psychologist, MC, RPsych
2 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8S
Welcome to Fairfield Mental Health and Oak Bay Mental Health, in partnership with NuVista Mental Health (formerly Fairfield and Oak Bay Psychology).
We offer counselling and assessments for Veterans, RCMP, adults, parents/caregivers, families, couples and youth 16+. Our collaborative team includes Registered Psychologists, Registered Clinical Counsellors, Registered Social Workers, and Registered Psychiatric Nursing.
Contact our office about Veterans Affairs (VAC), Psychoeducational, and Adult ADHD Assessments. Direct billing for counselling is available with Sun Life, Canada Life, Manulife, Pacific Blue Cross and more.
Welcome to Fairfield Mental Health and Oak Bay Mental Health, in partnership with NuVista Mental Health (formerly Fairfield and Oak Bay Psychology).
We offer counselling and assessments for Veterans, RCMP, adults, parents/caregivers, families, couples and youth 16+. Our collaborative team includes Registered Psychologists, Registered Clinical Counsellors, Registered Social Workers, and Registered Psychiatric Nursing.
Contact our office about Veterans Affairs (VAC), Psychoeducational, and Adult ADHD Assessments. Direct billing for counselling is available with Sun Life, Canada Life, Manulife, Pacific Blue Cross and more.
I have seen clients leave their (usually toxic) family of origin, change an unsatisfying job and end up their unsuccessful relationship.
The benefits of my approach lie in using different techniques, tailored to the client's unique personality. Some clients like a directive approach, they want to be guided, to be given an almost 'engineering' model explaining our inner life; some prefer a non-directive, client-centered approach, where they would explore their inner landscape with the therapist as a co-traveler. All clients have relational needs which need to be addressed to, and the therapeutic relationship provides safety, validation, 'repaired' parenting, mutuality, client's self-definition and empowerment. Helping clients practice autonomy is my passion!
I have seen clients leave their (usually toxic) family of origin, change an unsatisfying job and end up their unsuccessful relationship.
The benefits of my approach lie in using different techniques, tailored to the client's unique personality. Some clients like a directive approach, they want to be guided, to be given an almost 'engineering' model explaining our inner life; some prefer a non-directive, client-centered approach, where they would explore their inner landscape with the therapist as a co-traveler. All clients have relational needs which need to be addressed to, and the therapeutic relationship provides safety, validation, 'repaired' parenting, mutuality, client's self-definition and empowerment. Helping clients practice autonomy is my passion!
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How do I know if I need career counselling?
Determining whether a career counsellor is needed involves assessing one's current career and identifying what changes can be made to improve one's overall quality of life. In particular, feelings of loss of motivation, fatigue, anxiety, depression, procrastination, or ongoing levels of high stress can all be indicative of a need for career-related counselling. In addition, individuals changing jobs may want the decision-making support or self-reflection opportunities provided by a career counsellor.
Who can benefit from career counselling?
Anyone can benefit from the self-reflection, skill development, and stress management techniques that career counselling can provide. However, individuals who are feeling overwhelmed or burnt out with their current job and individuals considering a major career change may particularly benefit from career counselling to improve their wellbeing. Additionally, individuals who are facing issues in their current job, such as coworker relationship challenges or not meeting performance goals, may benefit from the perspective that a career counsellor can provide. College-age or young professionals may also uniquely benefit from career counselling as they make key decisions surrounding education and job training that will impact their career trajectory.
How long does career counselling typically last?
The length of career counselling can vary greatly depending on the needs of the individual and what type of support they are seeking Career coaching or advising services—which serve clients in a specific, goal-oriented capacity—often last for a shorter duration and are sometimes only a single session or a few sessions in length. In contrast, career counselling as part of a more integrative therapeutic relationship with a counsellor may last longer, particularly if the issues faced by the client are longstanding and/or more complex in nature; in such cases, individuals may expect therapy to last multiple months or longer.
How to prepare for career counselling?
Clients can prepare for career counselling sessions by outlining the specific topics they would like to address with the counsellor, such as current job challenges or hopes for the future of their career. Compiling one's thoughts on such topics often requires reflection on one's career and future goals, which in itself can be beneficial for session preparation. Clients may also want to put together a list of questions they would like to ask the counsellor, particularly if the career counsellor they are seeing has particular expertise in a given career area. Conducting research into potential future jobs, training opportunities, or support resources in one's area may also help clients prepare for career counselling by providing them with a background of what resources are available in their area.