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Nanaimo, BC V9S
Are you giving up so much to others that you barely have space for yourself? What would it feel like to finally have a space where you don’t have to carry everything on your own? Our ideal clients are individuals, couples, youth, and families who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about how to move forward. People often reach out when coping strategies no longer feel effective, relationships feel strained, emotions feel difficult to manage, or they’ve reached a point where they know they don’t want to carry things alone anymore.
Our therapists work with concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and intimacy issues, self-worth, ADHD, emotional regulation, grief, compulsive behaviours, life transitions, and stress. Additionally, we support individuals navigating addiction recovery, attachment wounds, and challenges connected to identity and connection.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, disconnected from yourself or others, or unsure where to even begin. Whatever brings you here, you do not have to have everything figured out before reaching out for support. It takes courage to reach out and we believe healing happens through connection, safety, and feeling understood.
Call or Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery now for a free 15 minute consultation - (778) 655-0593

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery

Nanaimo, BC V9S

(778) 655-0593

Vancouver, BC V6A

Website
We offer a compassionate, supportive space through virtual sessions with weekday, weekend, and limited evening sessions.
I specialize in Male  
$145 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Hi, I'm Davis, a registered therapeutic counsellor at Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery and I am glad that you are here.
Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery
Let's Connect (778) 655-0593
Photo of Davis Wiggs - Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery, Counsellor

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery

Nanaimo, BC V9S

(778) 655-0593

Vancouver, BC V6A

Website
We offer a compassionate, supportive space through virtual sessions with weekday, weekend, and limited evening sessions.
I specialize in Male  
$145 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Hi, I'm Davis, a registered therapeutic counsellor at Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery and I am glad that you are here.
Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $145
  • Couple Sessions $190
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Alberta Blue Cross
  • Alberta School Employee
  • Blue Cross
  • Canada Life | Great-West Life
  • CVAP | Crime Victim
  • Equitable Life of Canada
  • Green Shield Canada
  • iA Financial Group
  • Johnston Group
  • Manitoba Blue Cross
  • Manulife
  • Metis Nation British Columbia
  • SunLife
  • TELUS Health
  • Victor Insurance
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Now direct billing to Telus Health & Pacific Blue Cross. We aim to make therapy as accessible as possible, and we can discuss payment options prior to your first session.
Photo of Davis Wiggs - Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery, Counsellor
Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery
Counsellor
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 655-0593
"
Now direct billing to Telus Health & Pacific Blue Cross. We aim to make therapy as accessible as possible, and we can discuss payment options prior to your first session.
Photo of Davis Wiggs - Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery, Counsellor
Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery
Counsellor
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 655-0593

Qualifications

    Counsellor: Davis Wiggs

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of British Columbia / 2862 Davis Wiggs
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 6 years
  • Attended Kelowna College of Professional Counselling, Diploma in Applied Psychology & Professional Counselling, Graduated 2020
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from International Institute for Trauma & Addiction Professionals (IITAP) 2022-3635 / 2022
  • Degree/Diploma from University of British Columbia, Okanagan BSc Psychology / 2019
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RTC - Registered Therapeutic Counsellor; ASAT - Associate Sex Addiction Therapist; AMAT - Associate Multiple Addictions Therapist - Financial Disorders
Photo of Davis Wiggs - Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery, Counsellor
Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery
Counsellor
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 655-0593
"
RTC - Registered Therapeutic Counsellor; ASAT - Associate Sex Addiction Therapist; AMAT - Associate Multiple Addictions Therapist - Financial Disorders
Photo of Davis Wiggs - Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery, Counsellor
Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery
Counsellor
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 655-0593

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Male

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Gambling
  • Grief
  • Hoarding
  • Infidelity
  • Internet Addiction
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Money, Work, Financial Therapy
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sex Therapy
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
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Let's start with an Intake session & go from there. First few sessions include self-discovery and therapeutic techniques, which are not particularly issue-focused. Let's discuss what this looks like for you :)
Photo of Davis Wiggs - Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery, Counsellor
Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery
Counsellor
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 655-0593
"
Let's start with an Intake session & go from there. First few sessions include self-discovery and therapeutic techniques, which are not particularly issue-focused. Let's discuss what this looks like for you :)
Photo of Davis Wiggs - Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery, Counsellor
Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery
Counsellor
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 655-0593

5 Endorsements

Chantale Elliott
Chantale Elliott
CounsellorRTCCCATP
Davis possesses a deep understanding of sexual human behavior and offers effective strategies and support to empower individuals in their journey towards positive change.
Heather Rawson
Heather Rawson
CounsellorRTC
Davis is a warm and caring counsellor, who is committed to helping his clients find wellness.
Bill Schuilenberg
Bill Schuilenberg
CounsellorMPCCRQSCSAT
I admire the way Davis is always encouraging people. He does do it very authentically and I also appreciate his reliability. He always delivers on his promises.
Anne Chronnell
Anne Chronnell
CounsellorBFAMPCCCChtHBCE
Davis's gentle nature and kind spirit will put you right at ease. His warm and ready smile will comfort you whilst you work in his care.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Gay Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Gay Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Eclectic
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family Systems
  • Integrative
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Jungian
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Psychoeducation
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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Our range of modalities spans from CBT to EFT to DBT to Somatic Therapies all within a trauma-informed practice. Working through your thoughts not enough? Let's try somatic therapies. Need help understanding how your thoughts, feelings & behaviours affect each other? Try CBT. Having difficulty emotionally connecting with your partner? Try EFT or EFCT.
Photo of Davis Wiggs - Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery, Counsellor
Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery
Counsellor
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 655-0593
"
Our range of modalities spans from CBT to EFT to DBT to Somatic Therapies all within a trauma-informed practice. Working through your thoughts not enough? Let's try somatic therapies. Need help understanding how your thoughts, feelings & behaviours affect each other? Try CBT. Having difficulty emotionally connecting with your partner? Try EFT or EFCT.
Photo of Davis Wiggs - Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery, Counsellor
Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery
Counsellor
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 655-0593

Location

Primary Location

Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery

Nanaimo, BC V9S

(778) 655-0593

Additional Location

Vancouver, BC V6A

(778) 655-0593

Nearby Areas

Postal Codes

Neighborhoods

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We offer a compassionate, supportive space through virtual sessions with weekday, weekend, and limited evening sessions.
Photo of Davis Wiggs - Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery, Counsellor
Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery
Counsellor
Call for a free consultation now - (778) 655-0593
"
We offer a compassionate, supportive space through virtual sessions with weekday, weekend, and limited evening sessions.
Photo of Davis Wiggs - Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery, Counsellor
Desert Solace Counselling & Recovery
Counsellor
Call for a free consultation now - (778) 655-0593