Career Guidance Therapists in Victoria, BC

Virginia Ronning Supervisor, Counsellor & Coach
Counsellor, MEd, RCC-ACS, Coach
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8R
Whatever your professional journey is or has been, you may be at a point where circumstances are interfering with you moving forward. You know there is another way, and with courage and guidance, you hope to develop new tools to explore, and gain clarity.
I am a certified counselling supervisor as well as a clinical counsellor, and an executive coach with over 40 years of experience. I have also worked in diverse educational environments.
Whatever your professional journey is or has been, you may be at a point where circumstances are interfering with you moving forward. You know there is another way, and with courage and guidance, you hope to develop new tools to explore, and gain clarity.
I am a certified counselling supervisor as well as a clinical counsellor, and an executive coach with over 40 years of experience. I have also worked in diverse educational environments.

Please contact me directly if you are a Veteran, RCMP member, or CAF member who needs support completing the Medical Questionnaire for Psychological Conditions (PEN6248) for a disability application. I have extensive experience completing these disability assessment forms. The VAC disability application process can be daunting and painful. I always do my best to guide members through this process compassionately, with the precise relevant information gathered and presented, no more and no less. I try to reduce, as much as possible, the pain that can be caused by unnecessarily revisiting difficult and traumatic memories.
Please contact me directly if you are a Veteran, RCMP member, or CAF member who needs support completing the Medical Questionnaire for Psychological Conditions (PEN6248) for a disability application. I have extensive experience completing these disability assessment forms. The VAC disability application process can be daunting and painful. I always do my best to guide members through this process compassionately, with the precise relevant information gathered and presented, no more and no less. I try to reduce, as much as possible, the pain that can be caused by unnecessarily revisiting difficult and traumatic memories.

Do you ever feel like you're wearing a mask that doesn't match how you feel inside? Whether it's intentional or not, the cost of this may be anxiety, loneliness, or unintended harm to those around you. With care and direction, I'll make space for all of you (including those quieter parts that may want to be heard). Whether you're stressed and overwhelmed or craving more authenticity, I'll help you explore different barriers like 'people-pleasing', fear of judgment, or past traumas that get in the way. Let's find inner fulfillment and strengthen the connections in your life by tending to your authentic voice and needs.
Do you ever feel like you're wearing a mask that doesn't match how you feel inside? Whether it's intentional or not, the cost of this may be anxiety, loneliness, or unintended harm to those around you. With care and direction, I'll make space for all of you (including those quieter parts that may want to be heard). Whether you're stressed and overwhelmed or craving more authenticity, I'll help you explore different barriers like 'people-pleasing', fear of judgment, or past traumas that get in the way. Let's find inner fulfillment and strengthen the connections in your life by tending to your authentic voice and needs.

Maybe you are struggling with anxiety and depression, working on building self-confidence, looking to heal past trauma, facing challenges in your relationships, or just needing a space to talk. I welcome individuals who are seeking therapy for many reasons, and together we will decide what you need to feel supported. Therapy is a place to talk freely without judgment, to be heard and validated, and to feel less alone. It can also be a space to gain tools to help understand your emotions and feel more resourced in times of stress. Therapy can also be a space to heal deep wounds and to process the impacts of past painful experiences.
Maybe you are struggling with anxiety and depression, working on building self-confidence, looking to heal past trauma, facing challenges in your relationships, or just needing a space to talk. I welcome individuals who are seeking therapy for many reasons, and together we will decide what you need to feel supported. Therapy is a place to talk freely without judgment, to be heard and validated, and to feel less alone. It can also be a space to gain tools to help understand your emotions and feel more resourced in times of stress. Therapy can also be a space to heal deep wounds and to process the impacts of past painful experiences.

We all face challenges in our lives and get stuck at times - that's just a part of being human. I believe in your ability to make the changes in your life that will help you get unstuck and am here to support and guide you in this process. Through compassionate listening, gentle encouragement, and a process of collaboration, I can help you create a more peaceful, fulfilling and meaningful life. My services are confidential, respectful of your unique life experiences, and tailored to suit your individual needs.
We all face challenges in our lives and get stuck at times - that's just a part of being human. I believe in your ability to make the changes in your life that will help you get unstuck and am here to support and guide you in this process. Through compassionate listening, gentle encouragement, and a process of collaboration, I can help you create a more peaceful, fulfilling and meaningful life. My services are confidential, respectful of your unique life experiences, and tailored to suit your individual needs.

Deborah has been living and working in B.C. including Northern B.C., and the Lower Mainland for over 20 years. She currently resides in South Vancouver Island with her family, where she embraces the beautiful surroundings of the Lekwungen People’s territory. Deborah applies a strength-based and holistic approach to her clinical practice, and is trained in evidence-based individual, couples and family therapies to help children, youth, adults and families find their path toward healing and wellness.
Deborah has been living and working in B.C. including Northern B.C., and the Lower Mainland for over 20 years. She currently resides in South Vancouver Island with her family, where she embraces the beautiful surroundings of the Lekwungen People’s territory. Deborah applies a strength-based and holistic approach to her clinical practice, and is trained in evidence-based individual, couples and family therapies to help children, youth, adults and families find their path toward healing and wellness.

I support clients managing emotional challenges, BPD traits, depression, OCD, perfectionism, negative internal dialogue, addiction, grief, trauma, and difficult family dynamics. Together we explore a client's history, experience, emotions, and develop better skills for managing challenges. Often old coping strategies are no longer serving the client. Developing relational intimacy with others, and more compassionate communication with self is integral to my work with individuals and families. Together we find solutions for healing and moving forward in healthy ways so clients can align more authenticly with themselves.
I support clients managing emotional challenges, BPD traits, depression, OCD, perfectionism, negative internal dialogue, addiction, grief, trauma, and difficult family dynamics. Together we explore a client's history, experience, emotions, and develop better skills for managing challenges. Often old coping strategies are no longer serving the client. Developing relational intimacy with others, and more compassionate communication with self is integral to my work with individuals and families. Together we find solutions for healing and moving forward in healthy ways so clients can align more authenticly with themselves.

When we feel stuck or disconnected, we are likely experiencing a change in our momentum. My goal for our work together is to inspire forward momentum, however big or small. Rather than chasing goals, I strive to stretch your natural strengths and abilities in order to achieve your desired outcomes. By working together to equalize your own playing field, we can explore the stressors and challenges in your life. This allows us to find strategies to best manage your presenting symptoms while exploring the root discomfort.
When we feel stuck or disconnected, we are likely experiencing a change in our momentum. My goal for our work together is to inspire forward momentum, however big or small. Rather than chasing goals, I strive to stretch your natural strengths and abilities in order to achieve your desired outcomes. By working together to equalize your own playing field, we can explore the stressors and challenges in your life. This allows us to find strategies to best manage your presenting symptoms while exploring the root discomfort.

Are you feeling anxious, angry or overwhelmed, or on the way to burnout? Maybe you’re feeling afraid your reactive responses will jeopardize important work and personal relationships. I have good news – you don’t have to fix anxiety or anger. You need simply pay attention to them to be well on your way to seeing important changes. In our individual sessions I will aim to help you foster mindful self-awareness, self-compassion and learn other tools that are likely to come in handy in daily life. If you come as couple, I will use Emotionally Focused Therapy to help you get closer, feel more connected and process difficult feelings.
Are you feeling anxious, angry or overwhelmed, or on the way to burnout? Maybe you’re feeling afraid your reactive responses will jeopardize important work and personal relationships. I have good news – you don’t have to fix anxiety or anger. You need simply pay attention to them to be well on your way to seeing important changes. In our individual sessions I will aim to help you foster mindful self-awareness, self-compassion and learn other tools that are likely to come in handy in daily life. If you come as couple, I will use Emotionally Focused Therapy to help you get closer, feel more connected and process difficult feelings.

Whether you’re experiencing crisis, challenge, unrelenting dissatisfaction, dysregulation characteristic of unresolved trauma, or the desire for safety, belonging, intimacy and autonomy, my goal as a therapist remains the same: to support a shift from temporary coping strategies to healing strategies that provide lasting resolutions and transformative results. We have been taught that coping strategies such as isolation, masking, mental illness, and substance abuse are personal failures or inadequacies.
Whether you’re experiencing crisis, challenge, unrelenting dissatisfaction, dysregulation characteristic of unresolved trauma, or the desire for safety, belonging, intimacy and autonomy, my goal as a therapist remains the same: to support a shift from temporary coping strategies to healing strategies that provide lasting resolutions and transformative results. We have been taught that coping strategies such as isolation, masking, mental illness, and substance abuse are personal failures or inadequacies.

My therapy is about overcoming feelings of anxiety, depression, sadness, anger, or pain and developing ways to get the life you want. Many of us feel anxious and depressed about what is going on or worry about the future. If you are hurting those you love, you can change that. Do you need to handle your anger better? That is possible. Are you trying to survive a major loss? There is a way. If you have lost hope or don't know how to go about making these crucial adjustments, in our discussions you will develop insights to overcome these challenges, and learn about what needs to be done to achieve your goals, step by step.
My therapy is about overcoming feelings of anxiety, depression, sadness, anger, or pain and developing ways to get the life you want. Many of us feel anxious and depressed about what is going on or worry about the future. If you are hurting those you love, you can change that. Do you need to handle your anger better? That is possible. Are you trying to survive a major loss? There is a way. If you have lost hope or don't know how to go about making these crucial adjustments, in our discussions you will develop insights to overcome these challenges, and learn about what needs to be done to achieve your goals, step by step.
Meet Our Career Guidance Counsellors

Kathryn believes that counselling is a collaborative process between the client and their counsellor, and treats the relationship as a partnership. She uses a strengths-based and solution-focused approach to help her clients move toward their goals. She helps clients learn and practice techniques to change unhelpful thought patterns, regulate their emotions, and cope more effectively with challenges. Kathryn also assists clients to improve their communication, boundary setting, and conflict resolution skills.
Kathryn believes that counselling is a collaborative process between the client and their counsellor, and treats the relationship as a partnership. She uses a strengths-based and solution-focused approach to help her clients move toward their goals. She helps clients learn and practice techniques to change unhelpful thought patterns, regulate their emotions, and cope more effectively with challenges. Kathryn also assists clients to improve their communication, boundary setting, and conflict resolution skills.

Life is full of challenges. Most of the time we can handle these on our own, but occasionally, these challenges interfere with our relationships, our happiness, and our emotional, physical, mental and spiritual well-being. We can feel alone, stuck and frustrated. With help, however, we can learn to use our inner strength and resources to move forward in our lives, allowing us to feel happier and more empowered.
Life is full of challenges. Most of the time we can handle these on our own, but occasionally, these challenges interfere with our relationships, our happiness, and our emotional, physical, mental and spiritual well-being. We can feel alone, stuck and frustrated. With help, however, we can learn to use our inner strength and resources to move forward in our lives, allowing us to feel happier and more empowered.

Hello Lovely Human: Are you looking for a therapist that can bridge holistic therapies with clinical ones? I take a very client centered approach and use my multitude of tools to uniquely support you. The clients that work with me often are seeking something deeper than just talk therapy and are wanting to explore new body based therapies. If you are wanting to feel more emotionally stable in your life, learn new tools, explore new perspectives, & feel more connected with yourself, I would love to support you. You can book a free intro call through my website & you can see if it feels like a good fit for you.
Hello Lovely Human: Are you looking for a therapist that can bridge holistic therapies with clinical ones? I take a very client centered approach and use my multitude of tools to uniquely support you. The clients that work with me often are seeking something deeper than just talk therapy and are wanting to explore new body based therapies. If you are wanting to feel more emotionally stable in your life, learn new tools, explore new perspectives, & feel more connected with yourself, I would love to support you. You can book a free intro call through my website & you can see if it feels like a good fit for you.

Kathleen Gingras
Psychologist, RPsych, MSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8V
Waitlist for new clients
Are you experiencing relationship difficulties? Having a hard time dealing with your family life? Suffering in silence with your distressing concerns? Whether it is an acute stressor or a long-term chronic issue it is important to know that help is within your reach. I am a professional Registered Psychologist working in beautiful Fairfield, Victoria BC and I am here to offer professional guidance. Working together we will explore how to manage life challenges with the resources you possess already.
Are you experiencing relationship difficulties? Having a hard time dealing with your family life? Suffering in silence with your distressing concerns? Whether it is an acute stressor or a long-term chronic issue it is important to know that help is within your reach. I am a professional Registered Psychologist working in beautiful Fairfield, Victoria BC and I am here to offer professional guidance. Working together we will explore how to manage life challenges with the resources you possess already.

Navigating the complexities of relationships, coping with life changes or challenges, and contemplating your future can be daunting. If you find yourself at a crossroads, seeking a meaningful dialogue, I am here to support you on your path to self-discovery. I warmly welcome new clients and commend you for taking this step towards personal well-being. I understand that discussing challenging topics requires a professional and unbiased perspective. As your counsellor, I bring a direct yet compassionate approach, helping you address your concerns efficiently, confidentially, and through evidence-based practices.
Navigating the complexities of relationships, coping with life changes or challenges, and contemplating your future can be daunting. If you find yourself at a crossroads, seeking a meaningful dialogue, I am here to support you on your path to self-discovery. I warmly welcome new clients and commend you for taking this step towards personal well-being. I understand that discussing challenging topics requires a professional and unbiased perspective. As your counsellor, I bring a direct yet compassionate approach, helping you address your concerns efficiently, confidentially, and through evidence-based practices.

Are you looking for more clarity and direction in your life? Do you often feel overwhelmed or stuck? Do you desire more fulfilling relationships? Life’s experiences can be challenging, but you don’t have to walk through it alone. What if you were able to gain a better understanding of yourself and your experiences? What if you could navigate difficult situations in your life with more ease? I’m here to hold space as you navigate life’s ups and downs, helping you look at and overcome patterns that are holding you back from living the life you desire, and create a deeper connection with yourself and others.
Are you looking for more clarity and direction in your life? Do you often feel overwhelmed or stuck? Do you desire more fulfilling relationships? Life’s experiences can be challenging, but you don’t have to walk through it alone. What if you were able to gain a better understanding of yourself and your experiences? What if you could navigate difficult situations in your life with more ease? I’m here to hold space as you navigate life’s ups and downs, helping you look at and overcome patterns that are holding you back from living the life you desire, and create a deeper connection with yourself and others.

Relationship and sex therapy in Victoria, BC. Through counselling, I can assist you in recognizing the sources of challenges in your life and co-create treatment plans to address concerns. With a warm, inclusive approach, I hope to model a positive relationship and assist you in realizing your goals.
Relationship and sex therapy in Victoria, BC. Through counselling, I can assist you in recognizing the sources of challenges in your life and co-create treatment plans to address concerns. With a warm, inclusive approach, I hope to model a positive relationship and assist you in realizing your goals.

Navigating through the world comes with inherent challenges, and sometimes what we’re seeking for support is more than what our friends or family can provide. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental therapeutic space where you can show up as you are, feel seen and heard, and together, we co-create the helpful way forward. My approach is integrative, trauma-informed, and social justice oriented.
Navigating through the world comes with inherent challenges, and sometimes what we’re seeking for support is more than what our friends or family can provide. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental therapeutic space where you can show up as you are, feel seen and heard, and together, we co-create the helpful way forward. My approach is integrative, trauma-informed, and social justice oriented.

Are you finding it difficult to break free from the weight of past trauma, or feeling stuck in patterns of anxiety and depression? You've already taken the most important step by reaching out for support. There is hope, and you don't have to navigate this journey alone. I'm Trisha, a counsellor who believes in creating a warm, non-judgmental space where healing can unfold naturally. I specialize in helping adults overcome trauma, anxiety, and depression to reclaim their sense of joy and purpose. My approach is collaborative and person-centered – you are the expert of your own experience, and I'm here to walk with you.
Are you finding it difficult to break free from the weight of past trauma, or feeling stuck in patterns of anxiety and depression? You've already taken the most important step by reaching out for support. There is hope, and you don't have to navigate this journey alone. I'm Trisha, a counsellor who believes in creating a warm, non-judgmental space where healing can unfold naturally. I specialize in helping adults overcome trauma, anxiety, and depression to reclaim their sense of joy and purpose. My approach is collaborative and person-centered – you are the expert of your own experience, and I'm here to walk with you.