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deirdre mclaughlin counselling & consulting
Counsellor, PhD, rcc-acs

deirdre mclaughlin counselling & consulting

Counsellor, PhD, rcc-acs (they, them)

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Nelson, BC V1L
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what makes for a good fit in sex therapy? this is such an important question to ask yourself. maybe you're experiencing pain during sex, or want support with a kinky lifestyle. maybe you've known trauma, or survived a sexual violation. you want to feel therapeutic safety and trust. i've spent many years studying sexuality and how it intersects with our emotional, spiritual, physical, and social selves. where did you learn about sexuality? what messages have influenced your perception of it, for better and for worse? let's talk! let's unpack it and find the pleasure, safety, and fulfilment that come from demystifying sexual health.
eating disorders and sexuality are my main specialties. both are shaped by cultural messages and involve the interplay of desire and denial. both happen to the body and often involve some element of shame or trauma. i specialized in somatic therapy because the areas in which i work require not only cognitive skills, but also skills for working with the body.
finding the right counsellor is like any relationship in your life. it's important to feel a connection, and have the ability to imagine opening up to that person. if what i've written here resonates with you, send me an email and we'll find a time for a brief chat. let's see if it's a good fit!
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Practice at a Glance

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deirdre mclaughlin counselling & consulting

Nelson, BC V1L

Kimberley, BC V1A

Website
i see clients online and in person, in both nelson and kimberley, bc.
I specialize in Sex Therapy, Sex-Positive, Kink Allied and Gender 
$160 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
a little hello.
deirdre mclaughlin counselling & consulting
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Practice at a Glance

Available online only

deirdre mclaughlin counselling & consulting

Nelson, BC V1L

Kimberley, BC V1A

Website
i see clients online and in person, in both nelson and kimberley, bc.
I specialize in Sex Therapy, Sex-Positive, Kink Allied and Gender 
$160 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
a little hello.
deirdre mclaughlin counselling & consulting

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $160
  • Couple Sessions $180

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Cheque

Insurance

  • Blue Cross
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Insurance Corporation of British Columbia
  • Pacific Blue Cross
  • SunLife
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deirdre mclaughlin counselling & consulting
Counsellor, PhD, rcc-acs
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deirdre mclaughlin counselling & consulting
Counsellor, PhD, rcc-acs
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Qualifications

    Counsellor: Deirdre McLaughlin

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of British Columbia / 12449 Deirdre McLaughlin
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended international institute of clinical sexology, phd in clinical sexology, Graduated 2025
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from options for sexual health - sexual health educator
  • Degree/Diploma from city university of seattle - master of counselling master of counselling
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i am a registered clinical counsellor, approved clinical supervisor, sexual health educator, and doctor of clinical sexology, with training in relational somatic therapy and somatic sexology, providing trauma-informed, evidence-based support.
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deirdre mclaughlin counselling & consulting
Counsellor, PhD, rcc-acs
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
i am a registered clinical counsellor, approved clinical supervisor, sexual health educator, and doctor of clinical sexology, with training in relational somatic therapy and somatic sexology, providing trauma-informed, evidence-based support.
Photo of Dr. deirdre Mclaughlin - deirdre mclaughlin counselling & consulting, Counsellor, PhD, rcc-acs
deirdre mclaughlin counselling & consulting
Counsellor, PhD, rcc-acs
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Sex Therapy
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Gender

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Sexuality
  • Transgender
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i work with adults on sex, gender, and eating disorder challenges, using a somatic, trauma-informed, and evidence-based approach. i also provide clinical supervision and consultation for counsellors, offering guidance, support, and collaborative strategies to strengthen practice and professional growth.
Photo of Dr. deirdre Mclaughlin - deirdre mclaughlin counselling & consulting, Counsellor, PhD, rcc-acs
deirdre mclaughlin counselling & consulting
Counsellor, PhD, rcc-acs
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
i work with adults on sex, gender, and eating disorder challenges, using a somatic, trauma-informed, and evidence-based approach. i also provide clinical supervision and consultation for counsellors, offering guidance, support, and collaborative strategies to strengthen practice and professional growth.
Photo of Dr. deirdre Mclaughlin - deirdre mclaughlin counselling & consulting, Counsellor, PhD, rcc-acs
deirdre mclaughlin counselling & consulting
Counsellor, PhD, rcc-acs
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Endorsement

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CounsellorMARCC
Deirdre's exudes a warmth and passion for learning that is rare.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Clinical Supervision and Qualified Supervisors
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Narrative
  • Somatic
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i take an eclectic approach to which types of therapy i use. however, it's safe to say that i'm often using a somatic framework in the background. i'm tracking the nervous system of myself, of you, and of the space between and around us as well. when your nervous system is calm and settled, when it feels safe-enough to be present, that is when you can really learn in therapy.
Photo of Dr. deirdre Mclaughlin - deirdre mclaughlin counselling & consulting, Counsellor, PhD, rcc-acs
deirdre mclaughlin counselling & consulting
Counsellor, PhD, rcc-acs
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
i take an eclectic approach to which types of therapy i use. however, it's safe to say that i'm often using a somatic framework in the background. i'm tracking the nervous system of myself, of you, and of the space between and around us as well. when your nervous system is calm and settled, when it feels safe-enough to be present, that is when you can really learn in therapy.
Photo of Dr. deirdre Mclaughlin - deirdre mclaughlin counselling & consulting, Counsellor, PhD, rcc-acs
deirdre mclaughlin counselling & consulting
Counsellor, PhD, rcc-acs
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

deirdre mclaughlin counselling & consulting

Nelson, BC V1L

Additional Location

Kimberley, BC V1A

Nearby Areas

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i see clients online and in person, in both nelson and kimberley, bc.
Photo of Dr. deirdre Mclaughlin - deirdre mclaughlin counselling & consulting, Counsellor, PhD, rcc-acs
deirdre mclaughlin counselling & consulting
Counsellor, PhD, rcc-acs
"
i see clients online and in person, in both nelson and kimberley, bc.
Photo of Dr. deirdre Mclaughlin - deirdre mclaughlin counselling & consulting, Counsellor, PhD, rcc-acs
deirdre mclaughlin counselling & consulting
Counsellor, PhD, rcc-acs