Photo of Rebecca I Christofferson, Counsellor in Duncan, BC
Rebecca I Christofferson
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
Duncan, BC V9L
I am committed to creating a comfortable space for you to strengthen your abilities and face your challenges. I have over 20 years of experience helping people overcome challenges including trauma, addictions, depression, anxiety, family violence, anger management, developmental delays, behavioral challenges, eating disorders, ADHD/ADD and divorce. I work with individuals and families to help them identify their goals and develop the skills needed to reach them.
I am committed to creating a comfortable space for you to strengthen your abilities and face your challenges. I have over 20 years of experience helping people overcome challenges including trauma, addictions, depression, anxiety, family violence, anger management, developmental delays, behavioral challenges, eating disorders, ADHD/ADD and divorce. I work with individuals and families to help them identify their goals and develop the skills needed to reach them.
(343) 307-5768 View (343) 307-5768
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Sunflower Counselling Services
Counsellor, RTC
Verified Verified
Duncan, BC V9L
I have years of experience in grief work, Family System work and trauma.
Feeling overwhelmed by life and dealing with anxiety and stress? I inspire clients to find solutions and resources within themselves. Grieving is getting in the way of your daily functioning and you don't see a way out. The thoughts in your head seem to rule, and you feel like walking around in circles and not getting any better. Conflict arises and solutions are not easy to find.
I have years of experience in grief work, Family System work and trauma.
Feeling overwhelmed by life and dealing with anxiety and stress? I inspire clients to find solutions and resources within themselves. Grieving is getting in the way of your daily functioning and you don't see a way out. The thoughts in your head seem to rule, and you feel like walking around in circles and not getting any better. Conflict arises and solutions are not easy to find.
(450) 954-1786 View (450) 954-1786
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Bronwen Smith
Counsellor, MC, RCC
Verified Verified
Duncan, BC V9L
I offer holistic, trauma informed, person-centered counselling services to children, youth, young adults, adults, parents and expectant parents (pregnancy, postpartum). My approach considers the essential role of the nervous system and is grounded in attachment theory, neuroscience, mindfulness, narrative therapy, emotion focused therapy, CBT, DBT, expressive arts and play therapy. I have over 20 years experience working with individuals and families in community based child and family services programs and 12 years as a counsellor, where I have worked for Child and Youth Mental Health and in private practice.
I offer holistic, trauma informed, person-centered counselling services to children, youth, young adults, adults, parents and expectant parents (pregnancy, postpartum). My approach considers the essential role of the nervous system and is grounded in attachment theory, neuroscience, mindfulness, narrative therapy, emotion focused therapy, CBT, DBT, expressive arts and play therapy. I have over 20 years experience working with individuals and families in community based child and family services programs and 12 years as a counsellor, where I have worked for Child and Youth Mental Health and in private practice.
(778) 743-1209 View (778) 743-1209
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Denae Field
Counsellor, MC, RCC
Verified Verified
Duncan, BC V9L
If this interests you, please feel free to email me or book an appointment to see if I may be the right fit for you or your family.
My passion is to work with children and families to support them in having a better connection with each other and the environment they live in. I provide a fun, safe place for children to learn about their feelings, how their bodies work and how they can get the support they need. This can look like learning strategies they can use on their own, or with their parents support and having the language to express what they are feeling. Parenting is the most amazing and rewarding experience, yet it can also the most challenging. I provide parents with tools to be present, calm and understanding of what their child may need.
If this interests you, please feel free to email me or book an appointment to see if I may be the right fit for you or your family.
My passion is to work with children and families to support them in having a better connection with each other and the environment they live in. I provide a fun, safe place for children to learn about their feelings, how their bodies work and how they can get the support they need. This can look like learning strategies they can use on their own, or with their parents support and having the language to express what they are feeling. Parenting is the most amazing and rewarding experience, yet it can also the most challenging. I provide parents with tools to be present, calm and understanding of what their child may need.
(506) 526-0198 View (506) 526-0198
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Chloe McKinley
Counsellor, RCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Duncan, BC V9L
Specialized training include: • Autism Spectrum Disorder • Clinical hypnotherapy • Couples counselling • Eating disorders clinical practices • EMDR • Indian residential school generational impact • Indigenous cultural competency • Family systems therapy • Mindfulness based • Social thinking curriculums • Clinical Supervision Trauma and Ego States.
Chloe McKinley, a registered clinical counsellor (RCC) and behavioural consultant, offers a unique therapeutic approach for individuals and families seeking counselling support. Chloe specializes in addressing the psychological needs of children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, embracing cultural and gender diverse LGBTQ2 communities. She is one of the few counsellors on Vancouver Island to offer both clinical counselling and behavioural consultation. Chloe also serves the neuro-diverse community as part of the multidisciplinary team known as Cowichan Autism Team Services (CATS). CATS is accepting new referrals.
Specialized training include: • Autism Spectrum Disorder • Clinical hypnotherapy • Couples counselling • Eating disorders clinical practices • EMDR • Indian residential school generational impact • Indigenous cultural competency • Family systems therapy • Mindfulness based • Social thinking curriculums • Clinical Supervision Trauma and Ego States.
Chloe McKinley, a registered clinical counsellor (RCC) and behavioural consultant, offers a unique therapeutic approach for individuals and families seeking counselling support. Chloe specializes in addressing the psychological needs of children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, embracing cultural and gender diverse LGBTQ2 communities. She is one of the few counsellors on Vancouver Island to offer both clinical counselling and behavioural consultation. Chloe also serves the neuro-diverse community as part of the multidisciplinary team known as Cowichan Autism Team Services (CATS). CATS is accepting new referrals.
(778) 488-5349 View (778) 488-5349
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Sarah Duncan
Counsellor, MA , RCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Duncan, BC V9L
When we work together it will be about supporting you in moving out of ways of being that no longer serve you in a helpful way and into a more connected, aware and preferred place. Collaboratively working to understand and shift the impacts that traumatic events have had on your life and building on your energy levels so that you can feel a deeper sense of ease, belonging and happiness. Be it parenting support, family therapy or individual youth and or adult sessions, together we can create a space that upholds your dignity and highlights your intrinsic strengths as we navigate changes together towards a more preferred sense of you.
When we work together it will be about supporting you in moving out of ways of being that no longer serve you in a helpful way and into a more connected, aware and preferred place. Collaboratively working to understand and shift the impacts that traumatic events have had on your life and building on your energy levels so that you can feel a deeper sense of ease, belonging and happiness. Be it parenting support, family therapy or individual youth and or adult sessions, together we can create a space that upholds your dignity and highlights your intrinsic strengths as we navigate changes together towards a more preferred sense of you.
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Barb N. Aronchick-Zachernuk
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MEd, CCC, RCC, RPTSCPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duncan, BC V9L
Human beings are complicated-so often we attempt to reach out to others using words to express our thoughts, our emotions, and our behaviours. With children/youth, we see additional communication barriers because of fewer words and limited life experiences. Being part of a family system should bring safety and emotional support but sometimes this is not possible without help. My work is to enable us to become partners in the process of change- discovering strengths, new awareness and building on this. Imagine my holding up a mirror for you, so that with each session, you are able to discover and appreciate more of who you truly are.
Human beings are complicated-so often we attempt to reach out to others using words to express our thoughts, our emotions, and our behaviours. With children/youth, we see additional communication barriers because of fewer words and limited life experiences. Being part of a family system should bring safety and emotional support but sometimes this is not possible without help. My work is to enable us to become partners in the process of change- discovering strengths, new awareness and building on this. Imagine my holding up a mirror for you, so that with each session, you are able to discover and appreciate more of who you truly are.
(604) 837-0484 View (604) 837-0484
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Vancouver Island Therapy
Counsellor, MA, RCC, CSAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duncan, BC V9L
Welcome! We all love what we do and are here to help you find health, balance and peace. Vancouver Island Therapy is a full service, multi—disciplinary health clinic focused on providing multiple healing services to help you and your family. Located in Nanaimo, BC, we service many communities including; Port Alberni, Qualicum, Parksville, Nanaimo, Ladysmith, Duncan to Victoria. Diverse, professional and experienced, our practitioners bring a broad range of experience into their practice with clients. We are here to help emotionally, mentally, physically and spiritually. Each of us has decades of experience, a unique approach
Welcome! We all love what we do and are here to help you find health, balance and peace. Vancouver Island Therapy is a full service, multi—disciplinary health clinic focused on providing multiple healing services to help you and your family. Located in Nanaimo, BC, we service many communities including; Port Alberni, Qualicum, Parksville, Nanaimo, Ladysmith, Duncan to Victoria. Diverse, professional and experienced, our practitioners bring a broad range of experience into their practice with clients. We are here to help emotionally, mentally, physically and spiritually. Each of us has decades of experience, a unique approach
(778) 200-2900 View (778) 200-2900
Photo of Denise Mansell, Counsellor in Duncan, BC
Denise Mansell
Counsellor, MACP, RSW, RCC
Verified Verified
Duncan, BC V9L
Waitlist for new clients
Offering professional, compassionate and down-to-earth support as well as on site palliative and generalized counselling by appointment. I also specialize in grief/bereavement work of all kinds. Change, life transitions and cumulative stress can make sustaining energy and meaningful purpose difficult, whether your challenges are recent or long standing. We're here to help. Contact our Duncan office or visit www.oaklandsrcc.com.
Offering professional, compassionate and down-to-earth support as well as on site palliative and generalized counselling by appointment. I also specialize in grief/bereavement work of all kinds. Change, life transitions and cumulative stress can make sustaining energy and meaningful purpose difficult, whether your challenges are recent or long standing. We're here to help. Contact our Duncan office or visit www.oaklandsrcc.com.
(249) 488-2744 View (249) 488-2744
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Dakova Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RCC, FNHA, MCP, EMDR
Verified Verified
Duncan, BC V9L
We all go through different problems, experience different life stressors or trauma, and at times everyone needs someone to just listen. Dakova Health has trained and experienced psychologists and counsellors that specialize in different areas of practice to meet your specific needs.
We all go through different problems, experience different life stressors or trauma, and at times everyone needs someone to just listen. Dakova Health has trained and experienced psychologists and counsellors that specialize in different areas of practice to meet your specific needs.
(226) 458-4403 View (226) 458-4403
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Amani Counselling Services
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duncan, BC V9L
Thank you for stopping by. I am currently accepting new clients. I work from where the client is at - essentially you are in the driver's seat of where you want your counselling sessions to go. I have extreme empathy for people's situations and issues they find themselves in. Who hasn't struggled to find ways to deal with things that life throws out at you? I know you are doing the best you can at this moment in time.
Thank you for stopping by. I am currently accepting new clients. I work from where the client is at - essentially you are in the driver's seat of where you want your counselling sessions to go. I have extreme empathy for people's situations and issues they find themselves in. Who hasn't struggled to find ways to deal with things that life throws out at you? I know you are doing the best you can at this moment in time.
(343) 429-9049 View (343) 429-9049
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Salish Sea Counselling and Consulting
Registered Social Worker, RCSW
Verified Verified
Duncan, BC V9L
We all need help sometimes and it takes courage to reach out. Whether it's dealing with anxiety, or feeling that you're not engaged/ enjoying your life, Salish Sea Counselling can support you to refresh your energy, develop positivity and learn new skills. Salish Sea integrates conceptual knowledge, the body/ energetic patterns, mindfulness approaches, spirituality and medical model formulations to support your personal and professional discovery and growth. After a few sessions at Salish Sea, people find they're able to communicate more effectively, be more authentic and live increasingly satisfying lives and take responsibility for the quality of their relationships with others.
We all need help sometimes and it takes courage to reach out. Whether it's dealing with anxiety, or feeling that you're not engaged/ enjoying your life, Salish Sea Counselling can support you to refresh your energy, develop positivity and learn new skills. Salish Sea integrates conceptual knowledge, the body/ energetic patterns, mindfulness approaches, spirituality and medical model formulations to support your personal and professional discovery and growth. After a few sessions at Salish Sea, people find they're able to communicate more effectively, be more authentic and live increasingly satisfying lives and take responsibility for the quality of their relationships with others.
(778) 771-3965 View (778) 771-3965
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Amy Greenleaf Brassert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Duncan, BC V9L  (Online Only)
Hi! Thank you for choosing to read my practice profile. My goal is to listen openly and with curiosity to what is bringing you to therapy at this time. You might be seeking help in any or all these areas: going through a difficult transition or loss, feeling stuck in a relational pattern that is not working for you, finding you are frequently *hijacked* by your emotions or wanting to pursue personal growth work. Together we will determine where to focus our attention and work.
Hi! Thank you for choosing to read my practice profile. My goal is to listen openly and with curiosity to what is bringing you to therapy at this time. You might be seeking help in any or all these areas: going through a difficult transition or loss, feeling stuck in a relational pattern that is not working for you, finding you are frequently *hijacked* by your emotions or wanting to pursue personal growth work. Together we will determine where to focus our attention and work.
(855) 969-4869 View (855) 969-4869
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Sonder Haven Counselling
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Duncan, BC V9L
I'm a genderqueer trans counsellor who works with adults, youth, and families to gently explore difficulties while affirming the ways people are already working towards their own healing. Right now we are dealing with a lot: COVID-19, the ongoing and escalating police violence against Black and Indigenous peoples, as well as the ongoing racism against Asian and South Asian communities and Hispanic and Latin communities. In these times we need to find ways to support each other through the isolation, uncertainty and hardships. I offer several sliding scale options to make counselling as accessible as possible.
I'm a genderqueer trans counsellor who works with adults, youth, and families to gently explore difficulties while affirming the ways people are already working towards their own healing. Right now we are dealing with a lot: COVID-19, the ongoing and escalating police violence against Black and Indigenous peoples, as well as the ongoing racism against Asian and South Asian communities and Hispanic and Latin communities. In these times we need to find ways to support each other through the isolation, uncertainty and hardships. I offer several sliding scale options to make counselling as accessible as possible.
(778) 400-6352 View (778) 400-6352
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Lilypad Counselling and Clinical Supervision
Counsellor, RPC, MPCC-S
Verified Verified
Duncan, BC V9L
At Lilypad Counselling our counsellors connect with those who want to be inspired by life, who are seeking help with life overwhelm, stress and relationship issues. We believe the answers you seek are within and it’s our job to guide you to your own inner wisdom. We help you to explore new perspectives, to shine a light in the confusion. In addition to in office sessions, we offer online/video and phone/text/email support. At Lilypad Counselling we can meet your specific needs. Through personal insight and awareness, you can begin to mend relationships and feel lighter, more connected and equipped to manage life's challenges.
At Lilypad Counselling our counsellors connect with those who want to be inspired by life, who are seeking help with life overwhelm, stress and relationship issues. We believe the answers you seek are within and it’s our job to guide you to your own inner wisdom. We help you to explore new perspectives, to shine a light in the confusion. In addition to in office sessions, we offer online/video and phone/text/email support. At Lilypad Counselling we can meet your specific needs. Through personal insight and awareness, you can begin to mend relationships and feel lighter, more connected and equipped to manage life's challenges.
(833) 571-7866 View (833) 571-7866
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Nicole Makin
Counsellor, MACP, RCC
Verified Verified
Duncan, BC V9L  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am here to listen deeply, learn about you and provide guidance and perspective amidst the challenges and complexities of life you are facing. Embedded in our struggles are life affirming gifts and resources. I will help you claim and effectively channel your innate resources towards whatever you most deeply desire for your life journey. I will assist you to build tools for an easeful body/mind and to find a sense of resolution around past experiences that are still troubling you. I respect your autonomy as the ultimate decision maker and keeper of truth in your own life.
I am here to listen deeply, learn about you and provide guidance and perspective amidst the challenges and complexities of life you are facing. Embedded in our struggles are life affirming gifts and resources. I will help you claim and effectively channel your innate resources towards whatever you most deeply desire for your life journey. I will assist you to build tools for an easeful body/mind and to find a sense of resolution around past experiences that are still troubling you. I respect your autonomy as the ultimate decision maker and keeper of truth in your own life.
(855) 982-1235 View (855) 982-1235
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Kimberley Hopwood
Counsellor, BScPsyc, MCouns, RCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Duncan, BC V9L
Waitlist for new clients
I love my work! For over 20 years I've been helping individuals and couples create a life they love with proven, measurable, effective and fast methods to break through old patterns, get past limiting beliefs, and create possibilities they never knew existed. This isn't therapy like you've seen it on TV or in the movies, it doesn't have to take years. If you're tired of the "same old, same old" you deserve to feel better.
I love my work! For over 20 years I've been helping individuals and couples create a life they love with proven, measurable, effective and fast methods to break through old patterns, get past limiting beliefs, and create possibilities they never knew existed. This isn't therapy like you've seen it on TV or in the movies, it doesn't have to take years. If you're tired of the "same old, same old" you deserve to feel better.
(855) 733-7116 View (855) 733-7116
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Claudia Donald
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA, BEd, MACP, CCC (Q)
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Duncan, BC V9L
Hi there! I'm happy to meet with anyone experiencing a wide range of concerns. My areas of interest and experience are anxiety, relationships (romantic, platonic, parental), divorce/separation (co-parenting, step-parenting, parenting time), and peri- and post-partum mental health. I have experience with and work with all age groups from 12 years old and up. If you're not happy with the way you're feeling, you feel "stuck", or you're unsure how to go about communicating or expressing your needs and concerns, we can explore strategies and interventions to help support you with your goals.
Hi there! I'm happy to meet with anyone experiencing a wide range of concerns. My areas of interest and experience are anxiety, relationships (romantic, platonic, parental), divorce/separation (co-parenting, step-parenting, parenting time), and peri- and post-partum mental health. I have experience with and work with all age groups from 12 years old and up. If you're not happy with the way you're feeling, you feel "stuck", or you're unsure how to go about communicating or expressing your needs and concerns, we can explore strategies and interventions to help support you with your goals.
(587) 602-1222 View (587) 602-1222
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Mandy Fudge
Counsellor, MACP, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Duncan, BC V9L
I provide individual counselling to adults and adolescents struggling with issues such as depression, anxiety, traumatic stress, adverse childhood experiences, grief, guilt, shame, low self-esteem, suicide ideation, relationship and attachment injuries, communication issues, sexuality and gender identity, and a desire for personal change and growth. I believe in each individual's power to heal and thrive. I'm passionate about helping clients achieve their goals through a multi-disciplinary approach providing tools and transformational therapy. I do not discriminate based on private medical decisions.
I provide individual counselling to adults and adolescents struggling with issues such as depression, anxiety, traumatic stress, adverse childhood experiences, grief, guilt, shame, low self-esteem, suicide ideation, relationship and attachment injuries, communication issues, sexuality and gender identity, and a desire for personal change and growth. I believe in each individual's power to heal and thrive. I'm passionate about helping clients achieve their goals through a multi-disciplinary approach providing tools and transformational therapy. I do not discriminate based on private medical decisions.
(250) 231-1751 View (250) 231-1751
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Rowan Percy
Counsellor, MA RCC
Verified Verified
Duncan, BC V9L  (Online Only)
I am an experienced therapist, working with individuals and couples. I am open to helping you with a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationships, self-care, spirituality, life purpose, end of life issues, ageing, stress, parenting, work, vocation, sexual orientation, transitioning, gender questioning, chronic illness, sexual abuse, and the residue of early childhood experiences. If you don’t see your concern here, please feel free to contact me to find out if it’s something I work with. I love to do this work. You can read more at rowanpercy.com
I am an experienced therapist, working with individuals and couples. I am open to helping you with a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationships, self-care, spirituality, life purpose, end of life issues, ageing, stress, parenting, work, vocation, sexual orientation, transitioning, gender questioning, chronic illness, sexual abuse, and the residue of early childhood experiences. If you don’t see your concern here, please feel free to contact me to find out if it’s something I work with. I love to do this work. You can read more at rowanpercy.com
(778) 901-2239 View (778) 901-2239

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Family Therapy Counsellors

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.