Life Coaching Therapists in Victoria, BC
Life is not easy.
Accepting NEW Clients - I work with individuals who feel stuck or are struggling with life transitions (career change, relationship challenges, divorce, loss & grief); and isolation, loneliness, procrastination, anxiety, depression, reactivity, imposter syndrome, self-confidence, etc. If you struggle with self-sabotaging behaviours like people-pleasing, hyper-vigilance or perfectionism, we might be a good fit to work together. My ideal client is someone who seeks personal growth, self-awareness and emotional well-being. If you feel like you're not living your life as fully as you could be, reach out and let's talk about it.
Life is not easy.
Accepting NEW Clients - I work with individuals who feel stuck or are struggling with life transitions (career change, relationship challenges, divorce, loss & grief); and isolation, loneliness, procrastination, anxiety, depression, reactivity, imposter syndrome, self-confidence, etc. If you struggle with self-sabotaging behaviours like people-pleasing, hyper-vigilance or perfectionism, we might be a good fit to work together. My ideal client is someone who seeks personal growth, self-awareness and emotional well-being. If you feel like you're not living your life as fully as you could be, reach out and let's talk about it.
Kara Wouters - Empowered Living Counselling
Counsellor
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8R
If you are struggling in your relationships, need support moving through life's transitions, or are curious of how your past childhood experiences are impacting your daily life, please submit a request here on Psychology Today or visit my website.
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.
If you are struggling in your relationships, need support moving through life's transitions, or are curious of how your past childhood experiences are impacting your daily life, please submit a request here on Psychology Today or visit my website.
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.
I see clients in-person and online - am accepting new clients at this time. Life can feel overwhelming at times. And all of us can benefit from outside help at some point in our lives. It takes courage to reach out for that help and so welcome to my page. I treat each client differently because we are all different. What is common though in my counselling, is my belief in a collaborative approach. Together we can prioritize issues that you may be facing. In my experience, counselling can help us become more whole, more authentic and more happy!
I see clients in-person and online - am accepting new clients at this time. Life can feel overwhelming at times. And all of us can benefit from outside help at some point in our lives. It takes courage to reach out for that help and so welcome to my page. I treat each client differently because we are all different. What is common though in my counselling, is my belief in a collaborative approach. Together we can prioritize issues that you may be facing. In my experience, counselling can help us become more whole, more authentic and more happy!
Perhaps you're down or anxious - maybe you're unsure about the future of a relationship, or just feel that you aren't living the life you were meant to lead.
Many people suffer throughout their lives due to unresolved pain, maladaptive coping strategies, and a distorted sense of self that can lead to disruptive patterns over and over again. Whether you’re going through a 'rut', struggling in your marriage, or trying to overcome a deep sense of shame and unworthiness - I have the tools and professional experience to assist you in charting a new path that honours your true self.
Perhaps you're down or anxious - maybe you're unsure about the future of a relationship, or just feel that you aren't living the life you were meant to lead.
Many people suffer throughout their lives due to unresolved pain, maladaptive coping strategies, and a distorted sense of self that can lead to disruptive patterns over and over again. Whether you’re going through a 'rut', struggling in your marriage, or trying to overcome a deep sense of shame and unworthiness - I have the tools and professional experience to assist you in charting a new path that honours your true self.
With nearly 20 years of experience, I will guide you through life’s challenges using Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and the Gottman Method, among others.
Are you navigating a big life change and wondering if you’re on the right path? Times of transition can feel overwhelming, but they’re also opportunities to reconnect with your values and hopes. Let's examine the narratives that have shaped your life and how they influence your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. Is all of that still serving you? Can we find some hope in the change process? I know how to help you to understand yourself more deeply, build confidence, and find clarity. Our sessions will equip you to move forward with a greater sense of peace and resilience, no matter what challenges come your way.
With nearly 20 years of experience, I will guide you through life’s challenges using Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and the Gottman Method, among others.
Are you navigating a big life change and wondering if you’re on the right path? Times of transition can feel overwhelming, but they’re also opportunities to reconnect with your values and hopes. Let's examine the narratives that have shaped your life and how they influence your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. Is all of that still serving you? Can we find some hope in the change process? I know how to help you to understand yourself more deeply, build confidence, and find clarity. Our sessions will equip you to move forward with a greater sense of peace and resilience, no matter what challenges come your way.
Life is made of thousands of factors.
*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.
Life is made of thousands of factors.
*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.
Together we will work to identify your desires and empower you to make positive choices in your life.
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.
Together we will work to identify your desires and empower you to make positive choices in your life.
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.
Alchemy Wellness (Claire Gunzel)
Registered Professional Counselor - Candidate, RPC, ACC, SSE
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
) you will have during your life.
My philosophy as a counsellor is that people are capable of great change, including you. I offer virtual individual and couples counselling that is client-led, and trauma educated. Often my clients present with a number of issues that have included intimate relationships, sexuality, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, stress, and many others. Your desire for wholeness and fulfilling relationships, career, and family is a journey that starts inside of you. All of you is welcome at Alchemy Wellness.
) you will have during your life.
My philosophy as a counsellor is that people are capable of great change, including you. I offer virtual individual and couples counselling that is client-led, and trauma educated. Often my clients present with a number of issues that have included intimate relationships, sexuality, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, stress, and many others. Your desire for wholeness and fulfilling relationships, career, and family is a journey that starts inside of you. All of you is welcome at Alchemy Wellness.
I use a mix of approaches to fit your needs, including tools to help process trauma (like EMDR and Somatic Experiencing), explore emotions, improve thinking patterns, and understand your life story.
As a counselor, my approach is rooted in deep respect for the uniqueness of each individual. I believe in creating a safe, compassionate space where you can explore the complexities of your life, whether you're navigating trauma, PTSD, or challenges with self-esteem. Using a combination of Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, and holistic practices, I guide you in uncovering the patterns that may be holding you back, while supporting your journey toward healing and empowerment. I understand that healing is deeply personal, and I am committed to walking alongside you as you rediscover your strength, resilience, and inner peace.
I use a mix of approaches to fit your needs, including tools to help process trauma (like EMDR and Somatic Experiencing), explore emotions, improve thinking patterns, and understand your life story.
As a counselor, my approach is rooted in deep respect for the uniqueness of each individual. I believe in creating a safe, compassionate space where you can explore the complexities of your life, whether you're navigating trauma, PTSD, or challenges with self-esteem. Using a combination of Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, and holistic practices, I guide you in uncovering the patterns that may be holding you back, while supporting your journey toward healing and empowerment. I understand that healing is deeply personal, and I am committed to walking alongside you as you rediscover your strength, resilience, and inner peace.
As a therapist, Registered Counselling Supervisor and owner of Ginger Henderson Counselling Services, my team of highly trained Counsellors are skilled, compassionate and resourceful and there 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 therapist, Registered Counselling Supervisor and owner of Ginger Henderson Counselling Services, my team of highly trained Counsellors are skilled, compassionate and resourceful and there 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.
Are you struggling with troubling issues in your important relationships? Not feeling heard or respected? Do you feel defensive, or attacked by your partner and can't trust or feel supported in your relationship. Or perhaps you're a man struggling with a drug, alcohol, gambling, internet or porn addiction that is consuming too much of your life. Do you have a teen that is struggling with confidence, anxiety and motivation? Are you overwhelmed by anxiety most of the time, and can't relax, or feel safe? These are all issues that I have successfully worked with in the past.
Are you struggling with troubling issues in your important relationships? Not feeling heard or respected? Do you feel defensive, or attacked by your partner and can't trust or feel supported in your relationship. Or perhaps you're a man struggling with a drug, alcohol, gambling, internet or porn addiction that is consuming too much of your life. Do you have a teen that is struggling with confidence, anxiety and motivation? Are you overwhelmed by anxiety most of the time, and can't relax, or feel safe? These are all issues that I have successfully worked with in the past.
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David A Burns
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, MA, ICADC, CCS-AC, CCAC, CSAT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V9A
Our individualized treatment program will help you regain control of your life and return to health and healthy relationships.
Is addiction is complicating your life? And your busy career, family and lifestyle won’t give you time to get better? We will help you to regain control of your chaos, reset your roadmap and get you back on track. We can also help when your life is affected by someone else’s addiction. We are evidence-based, confidential and effective.
Our individualized treatment program will help you regain control of your life and return to health and healthy relationships.
Is addiction is complicating your life? And your busy career, family and lifestyle won’t give you time to get better? We will help you to regain control of your chaos, reset your roadmap and get you back on track. We can also help when your life is affected by someone else’s addiction. We are evidence-based, confidential and effective.
Coping with life's ups and downs can be really tough. Life events can leave us feeling stuck, lost, sad, lonely, or overwhelmed. We may even feel ashamed or embarrassed about our situation, making it difficult to turn to friends and family for support. A therapist who is welcoming, understanding, compassionate and discrete can help you work through whatever you're facing.
Coping with life's ups and downs can be really tough. Life events can leave us feeling stuck, lost, sad, lonely, or overwhelmed. We may even feel ashamed or embarrassed about our situation, making it difficult to turn to friends and family for support. A therapist who is welcoming, understanding, compassionate and discrete can help you work through whatever you're facing.
Life is a beautiful and challenging journey and can feel like a wild ride at times.
I am passionate about supporting folks to release past trauma, nurture their self-compassion, and improve emotional regulation. My style is warm, relational and body-based. I bring skills in navigating complex life issues, with lived and professional experience in areas such as parenting, gender and sexuality, grief, depression/anxiety, medicalization/chronic health issues, neurodivergence, trauma and more.
Life is a beautiful and challenging journey and can feel like a wild ride at times.
I am passionate about supporting folks to release past trauma, nurture their self-compassion, and improve emotional regulation. My style is warm, relational and body-based. I bring skills in navigating complex life issues, with lived and professional experience in areas such as parenting, gender and sexuality, grief, depression/anxiety, medicalization/chronic health issues, neurodivergence, trauma and more.
We work together to embody balance, where the spiritual, physical, emotional and intellectual parts of life create a harmonious whole.
You're in emotional and physical agony. You're anxious, depressed, stuck, and looking for relief. You desire to feel healthy and whole. You are not alone. I value relationship building, and with an attitude of curiosity can hold the emotional space for you to search and stretch. With trust firmly established, I thoughtfully and sensitively advocate for action. It is my honour and privilege to walk along side you on your journey. Believing us to be created with an innate need, and desire, for living in community, collaborative work is the foundation of my practice.
We work together to embody balance, where the spiritual, physical, emotional and intellectual parts of life create a harmonious whole.
You're in emotional and physical agony. You're anxious, depressed, stuck, and looking for relief. You desire to feel healthy and whole. You are not alone. I value relationship building, and with an attitude of curiosity can hold the emotional space for you to search and stretch. With trust firmly established, I thoughtfully and sensitively advocate for action. It is my honour and privilege to walk along side you on your journey. Believing us to be created with an innate need, and desire, for living in community, collaborative work is the foundation of my practice.
Samantha Lee
Counsellor, MEd , RCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Hey there, I'm Sam! My style of counselling prioritizes warm, transparent communication. I provide therapy from a trauma-informed, client centred perspective that is anti-oppressive. The focus of my practice is supporting individuals managing anxiety, depression, disordered eating, chronic health conditions, and ADHD through an integrated approach that is collaborative. I provide coaching support for those looking to optimize their performance in sport, performing arts, and business as well.
Hey there, I'm Sam! My style of counselling prioritizes warm, transparent communication. I provide therapy from a trauma-informed, client centred perspective that is anti-oppressive. The focus of my practice is supporting individuals managing anxiety, depression, disordered eating, chronic health conditions, and ADHD through an integrated approach that is collaborative. I provide coaching support for those looking to optimize their performance in sport, performing arts, and business as well.
If you are looking for a counsellor who can listen without judgement, who is empathetic and believes that everyone has the inner resources to work through life's challenges then I may be able to help you.
I've spent most of my career working in the school system as a counsellor, behaviour support specialist, teacher and administrator. I am now a BC registered clinical counsellor and am working at The Budding Elm in Victoria which offers in person and virtual services. I have a real interest in working with individuals, with children & youth, with couples and with families. Processing life changes, grief & loss, relationship issues, and the stress of everyday living are examples of what I hope to be able to help you with. I offer a free 15 minute consultation where you can determine if working with me might be a good fit for you.
If you are looking for a counsellor who can listen without judgement, who is empathetic and believes that everyone has the inner resources to work through life's challenges then I may be able to help you.
I've spent most of my career working in the school system as a counsellor, behaviour support specialist, teacher and administrator. I am now a BC registered clinical counsellor and am working at The Budding Elm in Victoria which offers in person and virtual services. I have a real interest in working with individuals, with children & youth, with couples and with families. Processing life changes, grief & loss, relationship issues, and the stress of everyday living are examples of what I hope to be able to help you with. I offer a free 15 minute consultation where you can determine if working with me might be a good fit for you.
Take me on a tour of your life, and let’s face those negative thoughts, feelings and emotions that discourage and frighten you from moving forward.
Registered clinical counsellor. Born and raised in East Africa, currently in BC. I take pride in empowering and helping individuals to see their true potential. I understand how anxiety, trauma, life transitions, identity issues, depression, low self-esteem/confidence, lack of self-love, detachment and complicated relationships can negatively impact us from living the life we want.
Take me on a tour of your life, and let’s face those negative thoughts, feelings and emotions that discourage and frighten you from moving forward.
Registered clinical counsellor. Born and raised in East Africa, currently in BC. I take pride in empowering and helping individuals to see their true potential. I understand how anxiety, trauma, life transitions, identity issues, depression, low self-esteem/confidence, lack of self-love, detachment and complicated relationships can negatively impact us from living the life we want.
Julie Evans Counselling
MEd, RCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8W
Waitlist for new clients
Individual counselling, specializing in the areas of young adult/adult, anxiety/worries, mood/depression, trauma, PTSD, life transitions, grief/loss, stress/overwhelm, and interpersonal relationship difficulties.
I provide skilled therapy for individuals ages 18+ who are having difficulties coping with the inevitable ups and downs of life. I believe that even the most confident and capable of us can sometimes get stuck in challenging circumstances and unhelpful patterns of thinking, feeling and acting that takes us away from what matters most. My approach to therapy can help you learn new ways of understanding, relating to and coping with your painful experiences and encourages you to take intentional steps towards a rich and meaningful life.
Individual counselling, specializing in the areas of young adult/adult, anxiety/worries, mood/depression, trauma, PTSD, life transitions, grief/loss, stress/overwhelm, and interpersonal relationship difficulties.
I provide skilled therapy for individuals ages 18+ who are having difficulties coping with the inevitable ups and downs of life. I believe that even the most confident and capable of us can sometimes get stuck in challenging circumstances and unhelpful patterns of thinking, feeling and acting that takes us away from what matters most. My approach to therapy can help you learn new ways of understanding, relating to and coping with your painful experiences and encourages you to take intentional steps towards a rich and meaningful life.
As a mental health counsellor, I am able to offer guidance and coaching towards managing life transitions, bolstering personal growth and self esteem, and exploring solutions for regulating anxiety, depression and stress. I will listen with kindness and unconditional acceptance in who you are today and offer a collaborative approach to reaching your goals. Some of my areas of interest include identity discovery, relationships, parenting, life transitions, grief and caregiver support.
As a mental health counsellor, I am able to offer guidance and coaching towards managing life transitions, bolstering personal growth and self esteem, and exploring solutions for regulating anxiety, depression and stress. I will listen with kindness and unconditional acceptance in who you are today and offer a collaborative approach to reaching your goals. Some of my areas of interest include identity discovery, relationships, parenting, life transitions, grief and caregiver support.
