Psychodynamic Therapists in Victoria, BC
I work with individuals and couples who are managing a great deal on the outside—careers, relationships, responsibilities—while internally feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or alone. Many are navigating infertility, IVF, or pregnancy loss, as well as anxiety, burnout, or relationship strain. I also support expats and those relocating to Mexico who are adjusting to life between cultures, often without familiar support systems. With over 30 years of clinical experience, I help clients make sense of complex emotional experiences and move forward with greater clarity and stability.
I work with individuals and couples who are managing a great deal on the outside—careers, relationships, responsibilities—while internally feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or alone. Many are navigating infertility, IVF, or pregnancy loss, as well as anxiety, burnout, or relationship strain. I also support expats and those relocating to Mexico who are adjusting to life between cultures, often without familiar support systems. With over 30 years of clinical experience, I help clients make sense of complex emotional experiences and move forward with greater clarity and stability.
We use a whole range of treatment types including CBT, ACT, emotion focused, Gottman Couples Therapy, DBT, solution focused, narrative approaches, psychodynamic approaches depending on your therapist.
We can help children, youth and adults with assessment and treatment/counselling services for most mental health concerns. We have therapy available at a variety of cost options as we have psychologists, counsellors, social workers, doctors under supervision, and practicum student practitioners. We address issues including but not limited to trauma, mood issues, anxiety, worry, chronic pain, attentional issues, eating issues, relationships, couples therapy, play therapy, elite sports performance, childhood concerns, peri-menopause and end of life counselling, among others.
We use a whole range of treatment types including CBT, ACT, emotion focused, Gottman Couples Therapy, DBT, solution focused, narrative approaches, psychodynamic approaches depending on your therapist.
We can help children, youth and adults with assessment and treatment/counselling services for most mental health concerns. We have therapy available at a variety of cost options as we have psychologists, counsellors, social workers, doctors under supervision, and practicum student practitioners. We address issues including but not limited to trauma, mood issues, anxiety, worry, chronic pain, attentional issues, eating issues, relationships, couples therapy, play therapy, elite sports performance, childhood concerns, peri-menopause and end of life counselling, among others.
Somatic Counselling, Psychedelic Integration & Intuitive Healing. I am not currently accepting new long term clients. I continue to offer short-term therapy and psychedelic integration.
I work with people who have done significant inner work and sense there is still something essential waiting to be accessed. For over 20 years, I have supported healing and growth through somatic therapy, expressive and arts-based approaches, and psychedelic-assisted therapy and integration. While the mind seeks understanding, the body knows the way to real change. Through the body’s somatic felt sense, clarity, resonance, and inner truth emerge.
Somatic Counselling, Psychedelic Integration & Intuitive Healing. I am not currently accepting new long term clients. I continue to offer short-term therapy and psychedelic integration.
I work with people who have done significant inner work and sense there is still something essential waiting to be accessed. For over 20 years, I have supported healing and growth through somatic therapy, expressive and arts-based approaches, and psychedelic-assisted therapy and integration. While the mind seeks understanding, the body knows the way to real change. Through the body’s somatic felt sense, clarity, resonance, and inner truth emerge.
While my work is strongly rooted in a psychodynamic theoretical framework, I am adaptive and trained in several modalities that can be integrated.
Life can throw challenges our way that feel overwhelming and unmanageable. Coming to a realization that we could use help, and seeking a therapist are big steps. The therapeutic relationship offers a unique space to look at and discuss deeply personal content in a safe, non-judgmental environment. It can feel like a big risk to open up about our struggles. I encourage anyone seeking therapy to search for a therapist that they feel comfortable with. I believe it is my job to foster trust and safety so that we can work through difficult feelings. From my perspective, there is no definitive ranking of problems.
While my work is strongly rooted in a psychodynamic theoretical framework, I am adaptive and trained in several modalities that can be integrated.
Life can throw challenges our way that feel overwhelming and unmanageable. Coming to a realization that we could use help, and seeking a therapist are big steps. The therapeutic relationship offers a unique space to look at and discuss deeply personal content in a safe, non-judgmental environment. It can feel like a big risk to open up about our struggles. I encourage anyone seeking therapy to search for a therapist that they feel comfortable with. I believe it is my job to foster trust and safety so that we can work through difficult feelings. From my perspective, there is no definitive ranking of problems.
I specialize in counselling for men in their 20s, 30s and 40s who experience anxiety, depression, anger, addictive behaviours, and ADHD. You may be unhappy in your work or your relationships, and likely struggle with a harsh internal critic. Perhaps you’ve realized that events in the past continue to impact you and are preventing you from living the way you want to. Many men have suffered childhood trauma, including physical, verbal and emotional, or sexual abuse. Even “mild” dysfunction in families can deeply affect a child’s sense of worth, which carries over into adulthood, affecting every aspect of their lives.
I specialize in counselling for men in their 20s, 30s and 40s who experience anxiety, depression, anger, addictive behaviours, and ADHD. You may be unhappy in your work or your relationships, and likely struggle with a harsh internal critic. Perhaps you’ve realized that events in the past continue to impact you and are preventing you from living the way you want to. Many men have suffered childhood trauma, including physical, verbal and emotional, or sexual abuse. Even “mild” dysfunction in families can deeply affect a child’s sense of worth, which carries over into adulthood, affecting every aspect of their lives.
I do a mixture of CBT, Psychodynamic and Person Centred therapy.
Tom Burton is a Canadian Registered Master Therapeutic Counsellor who offers Clinical Transactional Analysis therapy and Counselling services for individuals, healthcare professionals, musicians, and couples. Specializing in depression, anxiety, men’s issues, stress, and childhood trauma, Tom Burton Counselling is dedicated to providing, compassionate, and effective therapy services for individuals and couples in Victoria, BC, Canada and the surrounding areas.
I do a mixture of CBT, Psychodynamic and Person Centred therapy.
Tom Burton is a Canadian Registered Master Therapeutic Counsellor who offers Clinical Transactional Analysis therapy and Counselling services for individuals, healthcare professionals, musicians, and couples. Specializing in depression, anxiety, men’s issues, stress, and childhood trauma, Tom Burton Counselling is dedicated to providing, compassionate, and effective therapy services for individuals and couples in Victoria, BC, Canada and the surrounding areas.
In my practice I work with adults (individuals, couples, families). My specialty areas include complex trauma & PTSD (with a focus on the impact of emotional/physical/sexual abuse in childhood & beyond), intimate relationships issues, depression, bipolar disorder, social anxiety, borderline personality, men's issues, parent-adult child conflict. I also help people navigate a wide range of challenges related to identity, relationship to self/others, parenting, stress. My recent training centres on integrating emotion-focused therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), & Trauma-Informed Stabilization Treatment (TIST).
In my practice I work with adults (individuals, couples, families). My specialty areas include complex trauma & PTSD (with a focus on the impact of emotional/physical/sexual abuse in childhood & beyond), intimate relationships issues, depression, bipolar disorder, social anxiety, borderline personality, men's issues, parent-adult child conflict. I also help people navigate a wide range of challenges related to identity, relationship to self/others, parenting, stress. My recent training centres on integrating emotion-focused therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), & Trauma-Informed Stabilization Treatment (TIST).
Laura is a Therapist, Intuitive Guide, Spiritual Director, Hypnotist and Mediator. She uses various methods which assist anyone who is pursuing either personal healing or an awakened sense of their spiritual path. Trauma and emotional pain are a regular part of the human experience, and there are times when having an objective navigator may accelerate one's understanding, acceptance and personal expansion. Laura offers her services to all those who resonate with her words and energy. She is a perceptive observer, a wisdom teacher and a natural uplifter. A phone call can discern if working together will be a match.
Laura is a Therapist, Intuitive Guide, Spiritual Director, Hypnotist and Mediator. She uses various methods which assist anyone who is pursuing either personal healing or an awakened sense of their spiritual path. Trauma and emotional pain are a regular part of the human experience, and there are times when having an objective navigator may accelerate one's understanding, acceptance and personal expansion. Laura offers her services to all those who resonate with her words and energy. She is a perceptive observer, a wisdom teacher and a natural uplifter. A phone call can discern if working together will be a match.
My ideal clients are adolescents, adults, and couples who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected, often after long periods of stress, responsibility, or adversity. Many are first responders, military members, men, or professionals who are used to coping on their own, but now find trauma, anxiety, burnout, depression, or relationship strain affecting their school, work, health, or relationships. They are seeking more than short-term relief, they want clarity, stability, and meaningful, sustainable change that helps them feel more grounded, connected, and capable in their lives.
My ideal clients are adolescents, adults, and couples who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected, often after long periods of stress, responsibility, or adversity. Many are first responders, military members, men, or professionals who are used to coping on their own, but now find trauma, anxiety, burnout, depression, or relationship strain affecting their school, work, health, or relationships. They are seeking more than short-term relief, they want clarity, stability, and meaningful, sustainable change that helps them feel more grounded, connected, and capable in their lives.
I provide my patients with a safe, warm and judgment-free environment to discuss their most personal and intimate life struggles. Our sense of love and belonging is fundamental to reaching our potential. I work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families who face a range of mental health and relationship concerns including but not limited to; anxiety, depression, panic, Autism, ADHD, ADD, BPD, OCD, eating disorders, Complex/ childhood traumas, PTSD, dissociation, DID, parent-child/family conflict, parenting, self-harm, self-esteem, identity, grief & loss, addictions, burnout, Third Culture Identity & spiritual development.
I provide my patients with a safe, warm and judgment-free environment to discuss their most personal and intimate life struggles. Our sense of love and belonging is fundamental to reaching our potential. I work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families who face a range of mental health and relationship concerns including but not limited to; anxiety, depression, panic, Autism, ADHD, ADD, BPD, OCD, eating disorders, Complex/ childhood traumas, PTSD, dissociation, DID, parent-child/family conflict, parenting, self-harm, self-esteem, identity, grief & loss, addictions, burnout, Third Culture Identity & spiritual development.
I use an integrative, systemic approach that includes psychodynamic (Internal Family Systems), somatic, cognitive-behavioral, narrative and mindfulness based models.
In addition, I am a trauma informed yoga therapist and have over 20 years of scholarship and training in Yogic psychotherapy and Buddhist psychology. I draw on these complimentary backgrounds to inform my work and holistic approach to emotional and psychological health.
I use an integrative, systemic approach that includes psychodynamic (Internal Family Systems), somatic, cognitive-behavioral, narrative and mindfulness based models.
In addition, I am a trauma informed yoga therapist and have over 20 years of scholarship and training in Yogic psychotherapy and Buddhist psychology. I draw on these complimentary backgrounds to inform my work and holistic approach to emotional and psychological health.
Expressive arts therapy is an imaginative alternative to explore life's joys and challenges using visual art, movement, music, drama and writing. Shape your world and fully engage the body and senses through the arts. Be inspired by the emerging image and enhance your response-ability in the moment. No art background necessary.
Expressive arts therapy is an imaginative alternative to explore life's joys and challenges using visual art, movement, music, drama and writing. Shape your world and fully engage the body and senses through the arts. Be inspired by the emerging image and enhance your response-ability in the moment. No art background necessary.
I'm glad you're here! Seeking counselling is a brave and self-compassionate thing to do. Here's how I can support you: I work with adults (ages 19+) who are dealing with trauma or PTSD, anxiety, grief, and low self-esteem. I also work with clients facing everyday challenges such as stress, life transitions, or social struggles. I help clients to gain coping skills and tools starting from our very first session. My clients find increased stability and balance in their lives, and move forward from past experiences that have been getting in the way of who they truly are.
I'm glad you're here! Seeking counselling is a brave and self-compassionate thing to do. Here's how I can support you: I work with adults (ages 19+) who are dealing with trauma or PTSD, anxiety, grief, and low self-esteem. I also work with clients facing everyday challenges such as stress, life transitions, or social struggles. I help clients to gain coping skills and tools starting from our very first session. My clients find increased stability and balance in their lives, and move forward from past experiences that have been getting in the way of who they truly are.
During times of confusion and personal hardship it can be beneficial to have a safe harbour to seek refuge. My counselling support offers you that safe harbour. I provide an opportunity for you to explore your life and together we will chart a course to best serve you in creating a richer, more rewarding life for your future. I bring a breadth and depth to my work as a therapist, having worked for many years in palliative care and bereavement as well as cancer care. I have also spent many years supporting folks from all walks of life in reclaiming their lives from addictive patterns. It would be my privilege to support you.
During times of confusion and personal hardship it can be beneficial to have a safe harbour to seek refuge. My counselling support offers you that safe harbour. I provide an opportunity for you to explore your life and together we will chart a course to best serve you in creating a richer, more rewarding life for your future. I bring a breadth and depth to my work as a therapist, having worked for many years in palliative care and bereavement as well as cancer care. I have also spent many years supporting folks from all walks of life in reclaiming their lives from addictive patterns. It would be my privilege to support you.
Currently accepting daytime clients - Struggling with intrusive memories, worry, or feeling disconnected from your body and emotions? Carrying pain from the past that impacts your confidence and the space you take up? Perhaps you're feeling anxious, depressed, or struggling in relationships? My focus is helping adult survivors of trauma—particularly sexual trauma and childhood experiences—heal from the past to reclaim their lives and create genuine safety in their bodies and relationships. I work with clients who are ready to process difficult memories without being overwhelmed, and who want to move beyond survival and thrive.
Currently accepting daytime clients - Struggling with intrusive memories, worry, or feeling disconnected from your body and emotions? Carrying pain from the past that impacts your confidence and the space you take up? Perhaps you're feeling anxious, depressed, or struggling in relationships? My focus is helping adult survivors of trauma—particularly sexual trauma and childhood experiences—heal from the past to reclaim their lives and create genuine safety in their bodies and relationships. I work with clients who are ready to process difficult memories without being overwhelmed, and who want to move beyond survival and thrive.
I see the therapy room as a place where people discover that "home" is an internal state. Trust is difficult, and it can feel like an immeasurable risk to explore the most vulnerable of spaces: your innermost thoughts and feelings. I seek to understand my clients' experiences and see the world as you do. Not all clients are alike, and I aim to tailor my approach to the needs and worldviews of each client. I describe my approach to therapy as integrative with a collaborative stance and an emphasis (where appropriate) on interpersonal and existential issues.
I see the therapy room as a place where people discover that "home" is an internal state. Trust is difficult, and it can feel like an immeasurable risk to explore the most vulnerable of spaces: your innermost thoughts and feelings. I seek to understand my clients' experiences and see the world as you do. Not all clients are alike, and I aim to tailor my approach to the needs and worldviews of each client. I describe my approach to therapy as integrative with a collaborative stance and an emphasis (where appropriate) on interpersonal and existential issues.
Do you wake up in the morning and your anxiety starts to creep in? Do you feel like you have tried everything and you’re losing hope? Are you often triggered emotionally and feel as though you lose control? Do you struggle within your close relationships and wonder “how did I get here?” My approach to therapy is always rooted in compassion and genuine curiosity. I have a mindful and gentle presence, which guides my considerate sensitivity and attunement to each of my clients. Together we can cultivate unique goals and illuminate your wellness path through exploring, connecting, healing, and harnessing strengths.
Do you wake up in the morning and your anxiety starts to creep in? Do you feel like you have tried everything and you’re losing hope? Are you often triggered emotionally and feel as though you lose control? Do you struggle within your close relationships and wonder “how did I get here?” My approach to therapy is always rooted in compassion and genuine curiosity. I have a mindful and gentle presence, which guides my considerate sensitivity and attunement to each of my clients. Together we can cultivate unique goals and illuminate your wellness path through exploring, connecting, healing, and harnessing strengths.
You may be struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties, anger or other difficult emotions, reaction to trauma, parenting or caring for other dependents. As a skilled and compassionate counselor, I can help by supporting you in cultivating kindness to yourself, finding new and more helpful patterns of thought and behavior, and creating a more satisfying and fulfilling life.
You may be struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties, anger or other difficult emotions, reaction to trauma, parenting or caring for other dependents. As a skilled and compassionate counselor, I can help by supporting you in cultivating kindness to yourself, finding new and more helpful patterns of thought and behavior, and creating a more satisfying and fulfilling life.
Therapy for Anxiety, Rumination, and Disordered Eating Patterns in Teens & Adults. I’m a therapist working in the Westshore supporting those who feel stuck in cycles of overthinking, anxiety, and difficulty with control. Many of the clients I work with experience persistent rumination, chronic worry, and a sense of being caught in their thoughts. These patterns can feel repetitive and difficult to interrupt, often leading to stress, avoidance, or feeling mentally “stuck.” I also support clients experiencing disordered eating patterns, including chronic dieting, emotional eating, food-related anxiety, and feeling out of control.
Therapy for Anxiety, Rumination, and Disordered Eating Patterns in Teens & Adults. I’m a therapist working in the Westshore supporting those who feel stuck in cycles of overthinking, anxiety, and difficulty with control. Many of the clients I work with experience persistent rumination, chronic worry, and a sense of being caught in their thoughts. These patterns can feel repetitive and difficult to interrupt, often leading to stress, avoidance, or feeling mentally “stuck.” I also support clients experiencing disordered eating patterns, including chronic dieting, emotional eating, food-related anxiety, and feeling out of control.
Hello and welcome. I specialize in three main (often overlapping) areas: addictions, neurodivergence and complex trauma. As a therapist, my goal is to help you understand who you are and to help you make sense of what happened to you, so that you can move forward in a more conscious and intentional way. Beyond self-awareness, I believe the purpose of therapy is to transform the negative emotional patterns and beliefs that have been influencing your thoughts, behaviours and relationships.
Hello and welcome. I specialize in three main (often overlapping) areas: addictions, neurodivergence and complex trauma. As a therapist, my goal is to help you understand who you are and to help you make sense of what happened to you, so that you can move forward in a more conscious and intentional way. Beyond self-awareness, I believe the purpose of therapy is to transform the negative emotional patterns and beliefs that have been influencing your thoughts, behaviours and relationships.
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Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.
How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.
Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.
What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.