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Kalen Colson

Counsellor, MA (they, them)

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Available both in-person and online
Victoria, BC V8V
Psychotherapy: Tending to Soul. Our pain and "symptoms" (depression, anxiety, grief) are often expressions of our unmet, sometimes unconscious longings. Turning toward our experiences with compassion can offer insight into what we are needing. I encourage folks to share what is on their hearts and to notice what comes up when that sharing is held in a safe, nonjudgmental container. We'll often turn to the body to check in, notice where emotion is moving or stuck, where trauma or intuition are held. So much can move and transform when we have a trusted and confidential place to process our experiences and to speak our truths.
I work with a wide variety of therapeutic approaches, including mindfulness, somatic, gestalt, existentialism, shadow work and the unconscious, nature-based therapy and spiritual perspectives. I encourage clients to lean into art, movement, writing, inquiry and dreamwork as pathways into creativity and connection to deeper Self. (More info on website.)
I provide my clients with a safe and non-judgemental space. Knowing first-hand what it's like to suffer emotionally; I use my own experience to inform my approach. I bring a holistic perspective to mental health which integrates a variety of approaches and perspectives in our work together - when our challenges are multifaceted, our solutions must be too.
Call or Kalen Colson now for a free 15 minute consultation - (778) 743-8145

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Victoria, BC V8V

(778) 743-8145

1124 Fort St

Victoria, BC V8L map

My website
Individual, relationship and group therapy - outdoors, in-office (in Victoria) and online sessions.
I specialize in Depression, Life Transitions and Anxiety 
$135 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Kalen Colson
Let's Connect (778) 743-8145
Photo of Kalen Colson, Counsellor, MA

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Victoria, BC V8V

(778) 743-8145

1124 Fort St

Victoria, BC V8L map

My website
Individual, relationship and group therapy - outdoors, in-office (in Victoria) and online sessions.
I specialize in Depression, Life Transitions and Anxiety 
$135 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Kalen Colson

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $135
  • Couple Sessions $180
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Blue Cross
  • Canada Life | Great-West Life
  • CVAP | Crime Victim
  • First Nations Health Authority
  • Great-West Life
  • Green Shield Canada
  • Medavie Blue Cross
  • Pacific Blue Cross
  • SunLife
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My practice operates on a sliding scale for accessibility. You can pay by e-transfer or card. As an RCC my sessions are covered by many benefit programs.
Photo of Kalen Colson, Counsellor, MA
Kalen Colson
Counsellor, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 743-8145
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My practice operates on a sliding scale for accessibility. You can pay by e-transfer or card. As an RCC my sessions are covered by many benefit programs.
Photo of Kalen Colson, Counsellor, MA
Kalen Colson
Counsellor, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 743-8145

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of British Columbia / 20109 Kalen Colson
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 8 years
  • Attended California Institute of Integral Studies, MA Integral Counselling Psychology, Graduated 2022
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from California Institute of Integral Studies MA / 2022
  • Degree/Diploma from York University Masters in Philosophy / 2010
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Prior to my MA in counselling, I completed a 3 year training in depth psychotherapy in 2018 and have been practicing part time since then.
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Kalen Colson
Counsellor, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 743-8145
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Prior to my MA in counselling, I completed a 3 year training in depth psychotherapy in 2018 and have been practicing part time since then.
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Kalen Colson
Counsellor, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 743-8145

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Depression
  • Life Transitions
  • Anxiety

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Peer Relationships
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I specialize in supporting people to wayfind in dark, difficult times which might express as depression, anxiety, grief, or simply as a feeling of being lost or without meaning. Together we work to slow down and ground. We attend to the body, get curious about dreams, symbols, deeper meanings and messages. Often, connecting with the natural world can help establish a sense of safety and belonging.
Photo of Kalen Colson, Counsellor, MA
Kalen Colson
Counsellor, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 743-8145
"
I specialize in supporting people to wayfind in dark, difficult times which might express as depression, anxiety, grief, or simply as a feeling of being lost or without meaning. Together we work to slow down and ground. We attend to the body, get curious about dreams, symbols, deeper meanings and messages. Often, connecting with the natural world can help establish a sense of safety and belonging.
Photo of Kalen Colson, Counsellor, MA
Kalen Colson
Counsellor, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 743-8145

4 Endorsements

Seema Sharma, Holistic Trauma Therapy
Seema Sharma, Holistic Trauma Therapy
Marriage & Family TherapistSEPLMFTLPCC
Kalen is simply an amazing therapist with an incredibly gentle, nurturing, and compassionate presence. If you're looking for a couples and family counselor with wisdom, skill, and heart, Kalen would be the perfect choice. Highly Recommend!
Leah Polster
Leah Polster
Marriage & Family TherapistMALMFT
Kalen is a warm, genuine, and heart-centered human, and an incredibly skilled therapist. Kalen provides a safe and nurturing space for clients to deepen in their work, and integrates a wide range of skills, training, tools and experiences into therapy.
Sarah Kinsley
Sarah Kinsley
Registered PsychotherapistRPRCCBABEd/MEdSEP
Kalen is a wise and caring therapist who integrates mindfulness and land-based approaches into her client sessions. When I am with Kalen, I feel accepted by her non-judgemental stance and understanding of what it is to be human - to suffer and to heal.
Roxy Humphrey Counselling
Roxy Humphrey Counselling
CounsellorMCCRCC
Kalen has a compassionate, nurturing and spacious presence. I highly recommend them as a therapist.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied

Ethnicity

Indigenous Peoples

Religion

Jewish

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied

Ethnicity

Indigenous Peoples

Religion

Jewish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • EMDR
  • Existential
  • Family Systems
  • Feminist
  • Gestalt
  • Integrative
  • Multicultural
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Transpersonal
  • Trauma Focused
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I use a variety of tools to help clients deepen into their experience but some of my favorites are somatics (tuning into the body and regulating the nervous system), nature-based work (time outside, and/or drawing on the natural world), mindfulness, dreamwork, art, parts work. EMDR is also available as needed.
Photo of Kalen Colson, Counsellor, MA
Kalen Colson
Counsellor, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 743-8145
"
I use a variety of tools to help clients deepen into their experience but some of my favorites are somatics (tuning into the body and regulating the nervous system), nature-based work (time outside, and/or drawing on the natural world), mindfulness, dreamwork, art, parts work. EMDR is also available as needed.
Photo of Kalen Colson, Counsellor, MA
Kalen Colson
Counsellor, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (778) 743-8145

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Location

Primary Location

Victoria, BC V8V

(778) 743-8145

Additional Location

1124 Fort St

Victoria, BC V8L

(778) 743-8145

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Individual, relationship and group therapy - outdoors, in-office (in Victoria) and online sessions.
Photo of Kalen Colson, Counsellor, MA
Kalen Colson
Counsellor, MA
Call for a free consultation now - (778) 743-8145
"
Individual, relationship and group therapy - outdoors, in-office (in Victoria) and online sessions.
Photo of Kalen Colson, Counsellor, MA
Kalen Colson
Counsellor, MA
Call for a free consultation now - (778) 743-8145