Therapists in Victoria, BC
Currently accepting new clients. Are you having difficulties managing stress, processing your thoughts and emotions, or wanting to improve your mental health and adjust to challenging life experiences. I provide a welcoming, non-judgmental, and confidential environment for you to explore and process your experiences. My experiences have taught me that it can be easy to fall into cycles that keep us stuck while our lives continue to move forward. From this, we can utilize your strengths, set goals, and build resiliency to help facilitate healthy mechanisms to break these vicious cycles and develop tools to help you move forward.
Currently accepting new clients. Are you having difficulties managing stress, processing your thoughts and emotions, or wanting to improve your mental health and adjust to challenging life experiences. I provide a welcoming, non-judgmental, and confidential environment for you to explore and process your experiences. My experiences have taught me that it can be easy to fall into cycles that keep us stuck while our lives continue to move forward. From this, we can utilize your strengths, set goals, and build resiliency to help facilitate healthy mechanisms to break these vicious cycles and develop tools to help you move forward.
The complexity of the human soul is beyond most of our comprehension. Our search for that feeling of ‘enough’ starts from within. You cannot see or appreciate what surrounds you until you are able to embrace the vulnerability of loving your authentic self. The polarity between love and pain is a reflection of the magnitude of the heart’s power. Exploring the innermost core of our existence is as scary as it is liberating. Fear prevents most of us from even attempting this journey.
The complexity of the human soul is beyond most of our comprehension. Our search for that feeling of ‘enough’ starts from within. You cannot see or appreciate what surrounds you until you are able to embrace the vulnerability of loving your authentic self. The polarity between love and pain is a reflection of the magnitude of the heart’s power. Exploring the innermost core of our existence is as scary as it is liberating. Fear prevents most of us from even attempting this journey.
I work with folks who are experiencing post-traumatic stress responses, anxiety, depression, the effects of abuse and early attachment wounds. Through a relational, attachment-based somatic approach to counselling, I can help clients develop a stronger sense of self, increase their capacity to tolerate emotions, learn to self-regulate the nervous system, repair relational injuries, get "unstuck", and heal from the effects of trauma in an embodied way.
I work with folks who are experiencing post-traumatic stress responses, anxiety, depression, the effects of abuse and early attachment wounds. Through a relational, attachment-based somatic approach to counselling, I can help clients develop a stronger sense of self, increase their capacity to tolerate emotions, learn to self-regulate the nervous system, repair relational injuries, get "unstuck", and heal from the effects of trauma in an embodied way.
For a little over decade I am supporting people in their journey to more fulfilling, authentic life. Together we discover new ways of thinking, new perspectives and new behaviours. People come to me to resolve issues of anxiety, not-satisfying life; people who curious about themselves and craving a different quality of life. These women, men and LGBTQ+ folks are intent to change their life for better and I'm there to walk with them every step of the way.
For a little over decade I am supporting people in their journey to more fulfilling, authentic life. Together we discover new ways of thinking, new perspectives and new behaviours. People come to me to resolve issues of anxiety, not-satisfying life; people who curious about themselves and craving a different quality of life. These women, men and LGBTQ+ folks are intent to change their life for better and I'm there to walk with them every step of the way.
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.
Is your life cloudy lately? Are you feeling uncomfortable or irritable? Is life losing the meaning it once had? Feeling like a stranger to yourself? In psychological counselling with me, you can turn losses into gains. I can help you get a clearer picture of the patterns which get you stuck - as a spouse, parent, worker, friend - on the course of your unique personal journey. I can teach you some keys to help you get unstuck. Once you've worked with me, you'll have a choice among coping strategies to shift your life in the direction you want, in your relationships, your work, or your personal healing.
Is your life cloudy lately? Are you feeling uncomfortable or irritable? Is life losing the meaning it once had? Feeling like a stranger to yourself? In psychological counselling with me, you can turn losses into gains. I can help you get a clearer picture of the patterns which get you stuck - as a spouse, parent, worker, friend - on the course of your unique personal journey. I can teach you some keys to help you get unstuck. Once you've worked with me, you'll have a choice among coping strategies to shift your life in the direction you want, in your relationships, your work, or your personal healing.
Two Spirit, Queer, and Trans clients welcome. Hi! I’m a settler here in Victoria on the unceded lands of the Lekwungen-speaking (Songhees & Esquimalt) peoples and I’m here to provide an anti-oppressive and supportive presence for whatever you’re going through. I use a person-centered approach, which means that I believe you are the expert in your own life plus I draw on evidence-based modalities such as feminist therapy, interpersonal therapy, and cognitive behavioural therapy. I can help you with many experiences including relationships, OCD, sexuality, gender identity, 2Slgbtqia+ life, body image, and much more.
Two Spirit, Queer, and Trans clients welcome. Hi! I’m a settler here in Victoria on the unceded lands of the Lekwungen-speaking (Songhees & Esquimalt) peoples and I’m here to provide an anti-oppressive and supportive presence for whatever you’re going through. I use a person-centered approach, which means that I believe you are the expert in your own life plus I draw on evidence-based modalities such as feminist therapy, interpersonal therapy, and cognitive behavioural therapy. I can help you with many experiences including relationships, OCD, sexuality, gender identity, 2Slgbtqia+ life, body image, and much more.
No matter what you are struggling with, remember that on the other side of this difficult time will be increased wisdom, the exciting potential of a better you and more of what you want. We all have a survivor inside of us, an innate ability to overcome even the most difficult of challenges. Talking to someone can help you harness the strength that lives inside you. That is the essence of counselling.
No matter what you are struggling with, remember that on the other side of this difficult time will be increased wisdom, the exciting potential of a better you and more of what you want. We all have a survivor inside of us, an innate ability to overcome even the most difficult of challenges. Talking to someone can help you harness the strength that lives inside you. That is the essence of counselling.
Rhonwen Derbez
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, DiplGIT, BMus
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Welcome. I'm glad you found your way here on your journey of finding the supports that have been missing. Most of us have experienced some kind of trauma, but the impacts of not knowing how to tend to it can become problematic. It could present as anxiety and/or depression, procrastination, overwhelm, avoiding feelings, restlessness, self-loathing or feeling stuck. You may have been labelled as “too emotional” or even have a clinical diagnosis of BPD, ERD, PTSD, or CPTSD. Or you may just be noticing that you are always doing for others, but not leaving any time to offer yourself the same compassion and care.
Welcome. I'm glad you found your way here on your journey of finding the supports that have been missing. Most of us have experienced some kind of trauma, but the impacts of not knowing how to tend to it can become problematic. It could present as anxiety and/or depression, procrastination, overwhelm, avoiding feelings, restlessness, self-loathing or feeling stuck. You may have been labelled as “too emotional” or even have a clinical diagnosis of BPD, ERD, PTSD, or CPTSD. Or you may just be noticing that you are always doing for others, but not leaving any time to offer yourself the same compassion and care.
I recognize the vulnerability it takes to connect with someone new about the challenges you’ve been facing. As a queer and non-binary counsellor, I believe in the power of experiencing relationships which unconditionally affirm our authentic selves. In our work together, I strive to harness moments of safety in which your connection to self can emerge, so that a new experience of healing and wholeness can take root. My hope is that this collaborative process will open portals of possibility for you, and new ways of being in the world.
I recognize the vulnerability it takes to connect with someone new about the challenges you’ve been facing. As a queer and non-binary counsellor, I believe in the power of experiencing relationships which unconditionally affirm our authentic selves. In our work together, I strive to harness moments of safety in which your connection to self can emerge, so that a new experience of healing and wholeness can take root. My hope is that this collaborative process will open portals of possibility for you, and new ways of being in the world.
It's natural for us to seek safety, security and comfort; however, there are often obstacles in our way that prevent us from feeling this way. With 20 + years of experience, my practice caters to people experiencing any measure of grief, loss and trauma. Of particular interest to me is perinatal/reproductive stress and trauma, perinatal depression and anxiety, and/or parenting and relationship challenges. This could look like infertility, miscarriage, pregnancy and infant loss, traumatic birth experience, PCOS, mood instability and disorders, and other experiences. I also specialize in bereavement, and end-of-life care support.
It's natural for us to seek safety, security and comfort; however, there are often obstacles in our way that prevent us from feeling this way. With 20 + years of experience, my practice caters to people experiencing any measure of grief, loss and trauma. Of particular interest to me is perinatal/reproductive stress and trauma, perinatal depression and anxiety, and/or parenting and relationship challenges. This could look like infertility, miscarriage, pregnancy and infant loss, traumatic birth experience, PCOS, mood instability and disorders, and other experiences. I also specialize in bereavement, and end-of-life care support.
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I work with younger and mid-life adults and couples, many of whom are experiencing difficulty with relationships, identity, anxiety, and depression. Other areas of concern might be spirituality or sexual orientation, or life direction. Quite often, people I meet with are employed in creative fields: art, music, film, tech, or jobs in social justice work. To get a sense of who I am, how I practice, and to access my contact info--check out my website or Instagram "byshariallen".
I work with younger and mid-life adults and couples, many of whom are experiencing difficulty with relationships, identity, anxiety, and depression. Other areas of concern might be spirituality or sexual orientation, or life direction. Quite often, people I meet with are employed in creative fields: art, music, film, tech, or jobs in social justice work. To get a sense of who I am, how I practice, and to access my contact info--check out my website or Instagram "byshariallen".
Your current circumstances don't dictate where you'll end up. They serve as a starting point for change. We all have the potential to move forward, sometimes having support is the key to getting there. My counselling approach is collaborative and straightforward with a touch of humour. Using a blend of your personal experiences and life context with evidence-based practices such as eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) and family systems we pinpoint your strengths and build positive coping skills to help you reach your goals.
Your current circumstances don't dictate where you'll end up. They serve as a starting point for change. We all have the potential to move forward, sometimes having support is the key to getting there. My counselling approach is collaborative and straightforward with a touch of humour. Using a blend of your personal experiences and life context with evidence-based practices such as eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) and family systems we pinpoint your strengths and build positive coping skills to help you reach your goals.
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.
Accepting new clients with no wait. In-person until March, then virtual only.
Looking for an empathetic and non-judgemental counsellor to support you through life's challenges? I offer an evidence-based approach that can assist you in navigating different relationships, peer pressures, life transitions, and mental health challenges. I am passionate about supporting children, youth, and young adults in building resiliency and coping skills. Areas that I have experience working with are anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, and anger management.
Accepting new clients with no wait. In-person until March, then virtual only.
Looking for an empathetic and non-judgemental counsellor to support you through life's challenges? I offer an evidence-based approach that can assist you in navigating different relationships, peer pressures, life transitions, and mental health challenges. I am passionate about supporting children, youth, and young adults in building resiliency and coping skills. Areas that I have experience working with are anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, and anger management.
As a high achiever, you know how to strive, succeed, and excel. But sometimes, even the most successful individuals face internal roadblocks that limit their progress. Hidden trauma—unresolved experiences from the past—can quietly disrupt your career, relationships, and overall well-being. At our clinic, we specialize in helping high achievers like you identify and heal from the unseen emotional burdens that may be holding you back. Whether it's childhood experiences, perfectionism, or unresolved stress, we offer a safe, confidential space to explore, process, and overcome these challenges.
As a high achiever, you know how to strive, succeed, and excel. But sometimes, even the most successful individuals face internal roadblocks that limit their progress. Hidden trauma—unresolved experiences from the past—can quietly disrupt your career, relationships, and overall well-being. At our clinic, we specialize in helping high achievers like you identify and heal from the unseen emotional burdens that may be holding you back. Whether it's childhood experiences, perfectionism, or unresolved stress, we offer a safe, confidential space to explore, process, and overcome these challenges.
Are you a parent overwhelmed by emotional outbursts, power struggles, or a constant cycle of frustration and guilt? Managing your own emotions while helping your child with theirs can feel challenging, especially with anxiety, anger, or stress at play. You may feel uncertain about responding calmly to intense moments and wish for more peace in your home. Parents I work with want lasting solutions for greater calm, connection, and confidence. Whether you need parenting support or resources for your child, we can help you find your way through the chaos and back to calm.
Are you a parent overwhelmed by emotional outbursts, power struggles, or a constant cycle of frustration and guilt? Managing your own emotions while helping your child with theirs can feel challenging, especially with anxiety, anger, or stress at play. You may feel uncertain about responding calmly to intense moments and wish for more peace in your home. Parents I work with want lasting solutions for greater calm, connection, and confidence. Whether you need parenting support or resources for your child, we can help you find your way through the chaos and back to calm.
Hello and welcome to my clinic, the Coachman Counselling Collective! I'm Alisha Stetchman, a registered clinical counsellor, and I'm delighted to be leading this practice. My passion lies in the fields of psychology and sexology, and I have a strong foundation in clinical experience, biomedical-based research, and specialized psychosexual education. It's my belief that evidence-based and current approaches are essential in providing you with the highest quality care, tailored specifically to your unique needs. I am proud to offer low cost services for victims of sexual violence and trauma, so please reach out if you need support.
Hello and welcome to my clinic, the Coachman Counselling Collective! I'm Alisha Stetchman, a registered clinical counsellor, and I'm delighted to be leading this practice. My passion lies in the fields of psychology and sexology, and I have a strong foundation in clinical experience, biomedical-based research, and specialized psychosexual education. It's my belief that evidence-based and current approaches are essential in providing you with the highest quality care, tailored specifically to your unique needs. I am proud to offer low cost services for victims of sexual violence and trauma, so please reach out if you need support.
I'm happy you're here! Life can throw a lot of challenges at us, and I learned the value of having a dedicated counsellor to support us through it all at a young age. As a proud queer-identifying counsellor, I bring my whole self into every session (humour, quirks, fun fidget toys, & all) and I strive to co-create a safe space with everyone I work with so that you are invited to do the same. I'm located on Lekwungen territory (Victoria, BC) and offer in-person, walk-and-talk, and online counselling to folks residing anywhere in BC. I also provide hormone readiness assessments for folks wanting to access gender-affirming healthcare.
I'm happy you're here! Life can throw a lot of challenges at us, and I learned the value of having a dedicated counsellor to support us through it all at a young age. As a proud queer-identifying counsellor, I bring my whole self into every session (humour, quirks, fun fidget toys, & all) and I strive to co-create a safe space with everyone I work with so that you are invited to do the same. I'm located on Lekwungen territory (Victoria, BC) and offer in-person, walk-and-talk, and online counselling to folks residing anywhere in BC. I also provide hormone readiness assessments for folks wanting to access gender-affirming healthcare.
As a counsellor, I look to come alongside individuals while they navigate difficult situations, process intense emotions, or assist them in making a change in their life. In my work as a counsellor, I believe in helping individuals discover their own strengths in even their weakest moments. I will provide unconditional positive regard, support and empathy to individuals who may be struggling with life stressors, anxiety, depression, amongst many other concerns. I view all individuals as capable of overcoming obstacles and seek to support them in discovering their inner resources and resiliency.
As a counsellor, I look to come alongside individuals while they navigate difficult situations, process intense emotions, or assist them in making a change in their life. In my work as a counsellor, I believe in helping individuals discover their own strengths in even their weakest moments. I will provide unconditional positive regard, support and empathy to individuals who may be struggling with life stressors, anxiety, depression, amongst many other concerns. I view all individuals as capable of overcoming obstacles and seek to support them in discovering their inner resources and resiliency.
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Number of Counsellors in Victoria, BC
900+
Average cost per session
$150
Counsellors in Victoria, BC who prioritize treating:
| 91% | Anxiety |
| 83% | Depression |
| 81% | Self Esteem |
| 78% | Relationship Issues |
| 76% | Stress |
| 69% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 69% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 45% | Pacific Blue Cross |
| 43% | SunLife |
| 41% | Manulife |
How Counsellors in Victoria, BC see their clients
| 74% | In Person and Online | |
| 26% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 81% | Female | |
| 17% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |