Indigenous Peoples Therapists in Courtenay, BC

I am currently accepting new clients into my practice, and I offer a free 15-minute consultation via video or phone call to see if I am a good fit for you moving forward. Together, we can take small steps to help support your healing journey in a culturally responsive and safe way. Thank you for stopping by and I hope to connect soon. Meanwhile, I am located on the traditional K’ómoks First Nation lands which are in the heart of the Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. These are the traditional lands of the Kwakwaka'wakw and Coast Salish peoples. I am honoured to be here on these lands of plenty and look forward to connecting with you.

These past few years have been more than difficult on everyone. When times seem increasingly overwhelming, you are trying to process old and new big emotions, or you are struggling to make or meet wellness goals, I can help support you in that process. Together, we can take small steps to manage your healing journey in a culturally safe, trauma-informed space.

Relationships are built at the speed of trust and I believe the relationship created between therapist and client is the foundational component in the therapeutic process. I bring 15 years of experience working with families and individuals in various capacities and create a treatment plan specific to your individual needs. I identify as a Métis female from a mixed ancestry- European/French/Indigenous, and honour the ability to work and play on the traditional lands and territory of the ɬaʔamɩn Peoples. I'm grateful to be able to walk alongside you and support you on your journey.

In my 15 years of experience as a counsellor, I have come to understand the value for clients in communication and personal agency; to speak and be heard, to invite stillness and reflection, to see and be seen. There are times in life when talk therapy with its vast array of tools, techniques and well researched, empirically validated methods is precisely what soothes, building the foundation for change. If this is one of those times for you, connect with me so we can explore your concerns and I can support you with the transformation process you are seeking.

Are you feeling trapped in a cycle of complex mental health challenges or addictions with little progress despite numerous treatment attempts? At Nōmina Wellness, we understand your pain and frustration. Are you ready to courageously battle treatment-resistant mental health issues or addictions and desperately seek lasting solutions? We recognize your unique struggles and are dedicated to providing the compassionate support and evidence-based interventions you need to reclaim your life.

As an art therapist as well as an RCC, I have a wide variety of clientele of all ages. I see mostly individuals who are experiencing anxiety, grief and loss, childhood trauma, anger issues, depression and issues related to neurodiversity. My office has a comfortable seating area for conversation, a sand tray with a growing assortment of figurines, and a wide variety of art supplies in an art making space. I feel privileged to offer client-centred support and creative directives when requested, which seems to be very popular with children and artists. I look forward to hearing more about how I may be of support to you at this time.

Jen is taking the stigma out of mental health, being creative and having fun. Confidential, safe, no lotus flowers. Offering Counselling or professional Art Therapy to: adults, couples, youth, children (6 yrs +), clinical supervision and other services. With over 20 years experience ( how does she look so young? ), Jen is accomplished and multi award winning. Click on photos below to get a sense if she would be a good fit for you.

Are you looking for a calm and compassionate counsellor to support you on your wellness journey? I provide support for people looking to step into greater well-being whether that be improved self compassion, self esteem, and peace; healthier relationship dynamics; or a clearer sense of purpose and direction. People come in wanting to work through issues such as traumatic events, challenging relationship patterns, stress at work or home, anxiety of all kinds, grief and loss, parenting issues, anger, and other internal challenges that may feel stuck in a holding pattern.

Adapting to life transitions can be overwhelming. Life-changing events often bring pain and struggle. Divorce, having a baby, loss, changing jobs, moving, getting a diagnosis, our children’s challenges – everyone needs support to deal with the resulting anxiety, frustration, anger and uncertainty. Moving forward while feeling uncertain is a very hard thing to accomplish on your own leaving us feeling stuck. By avoiding ourselves with unwanted behaviours ; anything to feel some relief in our daily lives. We want something different but then operate unknowing under the beliefs our history has handed us and have gone unexamined.

People who experience difficulties in their relationships have often been hurt in the past. If this happened in childhood, you may not even be aware of it or understand why you're reacting. I help individuals, couples and family members discover and heal old wounds from early trauma or past relationships. I offer a variety of therapeutic options so you can chose an approach that is comfortable for you. Each individual determines the goals, pace, and treatment options that are the best fit for them. My client-centred practise ensures that everyone is treated with respect, confidentiality, compassion and cultural sensitivity.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed and stuck, Erinn can help you begin the journey toward feeling greater capacity, peace, and aliveness again. Perhaps childhood experiences have left you with residual depression, anxiety, or recurring relationship patterns that you don’t know how to change. Or maybe you recently gave birth and you feel like you “should” be happy but you’re actually struggling to cope. Or perhaps you or your partner experienced a trauma and now you’re trying to navigate the impacts on your relationship. Or maybe you’re struggling with PTSD symptoms following an accident, assault, or exposure to occupational stress.

Creativity and an inner sense of knowing exists within each of us, even if you do not identify as artistic. As a Registered Clinical Counsellor and professional art therapist, I offer creative, sensory and experiential tools and activities to help clients tap into insight and knowledge with less effort and more ease.

My goal is to help clients regain trust in themselves. Really trust themselves. Love themselves. Working together we can create a healing container where all parts of the client are welcome. Healing can happen there, old stories can be transmuted, and new life can emerge. This is my passion, lets work together.

Rod Chant is a family therapist experienced in working with couples, families and individuals. His approach includes recognizing unhealthy patterns of behaviour that can keep individuals and couples stuck, frustrated, sad and lonely. His expertise includes helping with managing such issues as anger, depression, anxiety, victimization, co-dependency and addiction, giving the support needed, and providing concrete solutions and tools that lead to more fulfilling life circumstances and relationships.

Do you struggle with anxiety, depression & loneliness that affects your day-to-day life and work life? Do you feel confused about why you do the things that you do? Do you want to break patterns that you cannot seem to escape? I work with young adults who want to know why they do the things that they do and how to choose differently. I believe that we can direct our own life and choose how we react. At Riley Counselling, I offer counselling & therapy for young adults.

Welcome to Still I Rise Counselling, where compassionate inquiry and trust in the emergent power of the present moment drive my approach to therapy. My intention is to offer a safe, curiosity-driven, and generative space where you are free to explore the unique contours of your life, lineage, challenges, and capacities. I offer a variety of services designed to support your growth and healing- including individual therapy, structured group practice, and therapy intensives. It is my honor to explore beside you in an adventure of deep self discovery, acceptance, possibility, and empowerment in your life.