Humanistic Therapists in V8V

Accepting new clients. You have just taken the first courageous step towards better well-being. It can be a tough step to take, but you have done it and I am here to help you. It can be difficult to navigate life and sometimes we need a little help. I am dedicated to holding space compassionately and working with you through some of life's storms.

Hi, I'm Trina Woods. I help to focus clients towards a deeper felt sense of what is happening within, in order to support a more fulfilling experience of life and relationships. Together we work to understand thoughts, emotions and behaviours that are no longer serving, and to unfold new experiences that can then be consolidated into new beliefs and new ways of showing up for the things that are important.

I am a Psychologist, registered with the College of Psychologists of British Columbia. I strive to provide a supportive and productive atmosphere in which clients can achieve meaningful growth and change. I believe that it is important to work together in creating a therapeutic relationship that is built on mutual respect, cooperation, and shared goals. Common treatment issues include depression, anxiety, stress, and interpersonal difficulties. My therapeutic approach is tailored to each individual's needs and includes cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) as well as mindfulness and emotion-focused interventions.

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.

Are you struggling with low self esteem, anxiety and self-doubt due to a traumatic or abusive past? Have you cultivated a deep intellectual self-awareness within but still feel like your trauma symptoms are unresolved? Do you tend to blame or shame yourself for things you deep down know aren’t your fault? Or feel overwhelmed or fearful of failure in regard to moving forward with your life? If you resonate, know that this is a soft place to land.

Queer and Trans friendly and accepting new clients! I'm a Registered Clinical Counsellor and 5th generation settler on the unceded Lekwungen and W̱SÁNEĆ territories. I received my masters in counselling psychology from UVic and I focus on working with those who want support with Grief and Loss, Trauma, Gender Affirming Care, Anxiety, Depression, lgbtqia+ Identity, Relationships, Self-Compassion, Perfectionism, and more. If you want a compassionate, feminist counsellor, read on!

Two Spirit, Queer, and Trans clients and allies welcome! I am a settler living on the territory of the K'ómoks First Nation and I'm a Registered Clinical Counsellor at Wildwood Therapy, a feminist mental health collective. I offer Feminist Therapy to support relationships of all structures and kinds, PTSD and complex trauma, anxiety & depression, parenting, identity, grief, self-esteem, addiction, and much more. If we work together, I can help you explore your mind-body connection, build your sense of confidence, and learn how to process emotions authentically.

Heather’s experience stems from her work with survivors of abuse and trauma. She has had the honour of walking alongside children, adolescents, adults, and families as they navigate challenges arising from all forms of violence including depression, anxiety, grief, PTSD, OCD, self-injury, attachment trauma, addiction, emotion dysregulation, and other concurrent mental health conditions. She views wellbeing from a systemic and intersectional feminist lens, helping clients make sense of their concerns in a way that reduces self-blame and encourages self-efficacy.

You & I will centre your experiences & understandings while we work together to uncover what has been avoided, hidden or forgotten. We'll practice a new you. We may explore your life in context of personal, family, cultural, & socio-economic influences. I take a trauma-informed approach complimented by somatic practices, & view life through a social constructionist lens. In non-academic terms, that means we’ll collaborate to discover how to unhook your life from suffering & celebrate the strengths, self-expression, & deeper truths I trust are present. I honour all expressions of spirituality. More here: Christopher-counselling.ca

Navigating the complexities of relationships, coping with life changes or challenges, and contemplating your future can be daunting. If you find yourself at a crossroads, seeking a meaningful dialogue, I am here to support you on your path to self-discovery. I warmly welcome new clients and commend you for taking this step towards personal well-being. I understand that discussing challenging topics requires a professional and unbiased perspective. As your counsellor, I bring a direct yet compassionate approach, helping you address your concerns efficiently, confidentially, and through evidence-based practices.

Are you feeling tired and burnt out? Struggling with the tasks of daily living? Feeling disconnected from yourself? Maybe you're coping with past experiences and those are interfering with your present reality. You may be finding that your feelings are impacting the way that you show up for yourself, your kids, your family, or your community and you want to start to see a shift. You know there's something missing, but you're having trouble putting your finger on it.

Life can throw challenges our way that feel overwhelming and unmanageable. Coming to a realization that we could use help, and seeking a therapist are big steps. The therapeutic relationship offers a unique space to look at and discuss deeply personal content in a safe, non-judgmental environment. It can feel like a big risk to open up about our struggles. I encourage anyone seeking therapy to search for a therapist that they feel comfortable with. I believe it is my job to foster trust and safety so that we can work through difficult feelings. From my perspective, there is no definitive ranking of problems.

Are you looking for an open minded practitioner that practices a holistic and integrative approach? Are you wanting to fall in love with your life, learn how to love yourself, break free from outdated belief patterns, get inspired and learn some tools to help you navigate your emotions? If you are wanting to make peace with your past & start healing from your trauma I would love to help you. I work in a gentle & deep way, and offer a warm presence for you to feel supported by. I support you to connect deeper with your emotions, your mind, your body & your spirit.

I am a client-focused, strengths-based therapist who works with people who have experienced trauma. As a counsellor, I work with you in a gentle and compassionate way to identify actions, reactions, and behaviours that once served you but are now impacting your life. I work with clients to feel empowered to process their past and navigate the future they desire. I have worked with people who have experienced trauma, including people who have experienced sexual violence, sex work, addiction, and domestic violence. I approach each person with respect and provide them the dignity they deserve.

I work with clients whom wish to push the boundaries of “normal” to uncover & deconstruct the root causes of their suffering. Many of the people that I work with are dealing with major depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, and overall frustration with the current state of society and the environment. The clients that I see often present to me with symptoms such as feeling blocked, overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, alone, and powerless in their life. I support clients to transform their pain into strength so that they can live a more fulfilled life.

Accepting New Clients- Trauma informed, compassionate and mindful counselling for trauma, depression, anxiety, and more. Is the cycle of depression or trauma leaving you feeling hopeless and lost? Is your anxiety limiting your life and causing you to suffer? I offer help and support for these issues and much more. With the use of many treatment approach options, my practice is effective, holistic, warm and collaborative. It takes courage to break free from this cycle and to ask for help. Together we can work towards improving your life in endless ways, resulting in a more meaningful, peaceful, and fulfilling life!

Working from a body-mind framework, you are able to move through and release blocks that are holding you back from living your most authentic and purposeful life. Online, in-office, and nature therapy for individuals, couples, and families is offered. "I felt heard as I talked with her. I was a able to let go and fully express what I needed to say and I felt comfortable and safe." - FL “I would recommend Flowa to anyone. She is an expert at creating a warm and accepting space; allowing you to heal and release the thoughts and energies you need." - SC

I invite you to book your free 20 minute consultation now if you're yearning to heal from painful emotions that have caused deep suffering in your life. My mission is to help you discover joy in living. I do this by helping you recognize and overcome what's standing in the way of living the life you deserve. I am dedicated to helping my clients deal with their difficult experiences and struggles in life. I compassionately support and guide my clients to discover their untapped strengths and resources so they can attain their greatest potential and find deeper meaning in life.

In over thirty years working as a psychologist, I have become convinced that the most effective way to help others is through a collaborative approach. When the client and therapist work together to find solutions, the emphasis is placed on the client’s individual perspective and the strengths and successes they have already achieved. At the core of therapy, I believe, is a non-judgemental and compassionate view of how everyone’s personal journey involves overcoming suffering and moving towards self-acceptance, empowerment and emotional well- being.