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Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
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Leanne M Stepp

Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW

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Available both in-person and online
1627 Fort Street 355 Victoria, BC V8R
Many of my clients are thoughtful, high-functioning people navigating burnout, relationship struggles, intimacy concerns, identity shifts, or major life transitions. I work with many helping professionals and first responders who appear capable and composed on the outside, while internally feeling depleted, isolated, or stuck. Some people come to therapy feeling like life is "fine, I guess," but they long for deeper meaning. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and insight-oriented, integrating talk therapy, sex and intimacy therapy, somatic work, and optional yoga-based practices to support healing and self-understanding.
Using Gottman Therapy, IFS, Narrative Therapy, EFT, ACT, somatic and yoga-based approaches, and sex/intimacy therapy, I help clients better understand themselves, shift painful patterns, strengthen relationships, process emotions, reconnect with their bodies, and create more meaningful, aligned lives and relationships. We always start where you're at.
With nearly 20 years of experience, I offer compassionate, collaborative therapy. Your comfort, trust and sense of being respected during sessions is important. This is a space where you can bring whatever feels heavy or hard to hold alone, we'll use our time effectively. I welcome you to reach out when you're ready. Online and in-person in BC and ON.
Call or Leanne M Stepp now for a free 15 minute consultation - (672) 572-2263

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Heart Work

1627 Fort Street

355

Victoria, BC V8R map

(672) 572-2263

Toronto, ON M5V

My website
I offer sessions in person in Victoria and online to those living in BC and Ontario. I work Tues, Weds and Thursday, including evenings.
I specialize in Life Transitions, Relationship Issues and Sex Therapy 
$170 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
In person appointments available with the Heart Work team Mondays to Saturdays, including evenings. Join us for yoga or talk therapy.
Leanne M Stepp
Let's Connect (672) 572-2263
Photo of Leanne M Stepp, Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Heart Work

1627 Fort Street

355

Victoria, BC V8R map

(672) 572-2263

Toronto, ON M5V

My website
I offer sessions in person in Victoria and online to those living in BC and Ontario. I work Tues, Weds and Thursday, including evenings.
I specialize in Life Transitions, Relationship Issues and Sex Therapy 
$170 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
In person appointments available with the Heart Work team Mondays to Saturdays, including evenings. Join us for yoga or talk therapy.
Leanne M Stepp

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $170
  • Couple Sessions $250

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, e-Transfer, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • First Nations Health Authority
  • Great-West Life
  • Insurance Corporation of British Columbia
  • Medavie Blue Cross
  • Pacific Blue Cross
  • SunLife
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I'm registered with Pacific Blue Cross, SunLife and Medavie and can direct bill for our sessions if you have that insurance. If not, all payments are handled through Jane.app, which is encrypted and secure, or you can e-transfer.
Photo of Leanne M Stepp, Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Leanne M Stepp
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (672) 572-2263
"
I'm registered with Pacific Blue Cross, SunLife and Medavie and can direct bill for our sessions if you have that insurance. If not, all payments are handled through Jane.app, which is encrypted and secure, or you can e-transfer.
Photo of Leanne M Stepp, Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Leanne M Stepp
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (672) 572-2263

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of British Columbia / 11999 Leanne M Stepp
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 19 years
  • Attended University of Victoria, Masters of Social Work, Graduated 2013
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Vancouver School of Narrative Therapy Advanced Practice / 2013
  • Certificate from Internal Family Systems Institute Internal Family Systems: Level One / 2023
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Trained in Narrative Therapy and Internal Family Systems (IFS), among other methodologies. Professor of social work, counselling/psychology. Registered Yoga Teacher offering somatic therapy for trauma, anxiety, stress, and relationship challenges.
Photo of Leanne M Stepp, Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Leanne M Stepp
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (672) 572-2263
"
Trained in Narrative Therapy and Internal Family Systems (IFS), among other methodologies. Professor of social work, counselling/psychology. Registered Yoga Teacher offering somatic therapy for trauma, anxiety, stress, and relationship challenges.
Photo of Leanne M Stepp, Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Leanne M Stepp
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (672) 572-2263

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Life Transitions
  • Relationship Issues
  • Sex Therapy

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Career Guidance
  • Codependency
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • LGBTQ+
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sports Performance
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
  • Yoga Therapy
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I help adults reconnect with themselves and the people they love. My areas of focus include burnout, neurodiversity, trauma, relationships, intimacy and sexuality, and life transitions. Therapy may involve exploring patterns, building emotional resilience, improving communication and boundaries, and deepening self-awareness. Clients report feeling a deeper sense of self-knowledge and compassion.
Photo of Leanne M Stepp, Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Leanne M Stepp
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (672) 572-2263
"
I help adults reconnect with themselves and the people they love. My areas of focus include burnout, neurodiversity, trauma, relationships, intimacy and sexuality, and life transitions. Therapy may involve exploring patterns, building emotional resilience, improving communication and boundaries, and deepening self-awareness. Clients report feeling a deeper sense of self-knowledge and compassion.
Photo of Leanne M Stepp, Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Leanne M Stepp
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (672) 572-2263

3 Endorsements

Nicole Alexander
Nicole Alexander
CounsellorMEdCCC
Leanne is a bright soul who brings her genuine personality and care to her sessions. I have recommended Leanne several times in the past, and have been told she is an excellent counsellor for anyone that has been to see her.
Ben Hill
Ben Hill
CounsellorMARCC
Leanne is a caring, knowledgeable, and grounded therapist who helps clients feel at ease from the very first session. She brings warmth, insight, and a deep respect for each client's unique process. Her authentic presence fosters trust and lasting growth.
Conflict Options-Tammy Van Hinte
Conflict Options-Tammy Van Hinte
CounsellorMARCC
Leanne is committed to her own growth and learning. She walks the talk. She brings yoga and therapy together and this kind of experiential learning is the foundation of successful relationships.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Deaf Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Deaf Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Compassion Focused
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Family Systems
  • Feminist
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Narrative
  • Relational
  • Sex Therapy
  • Somatic
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I draw mainly from sex therapy, Narrative Therapy and Internal Family Systems to help you understand the stories, patterns, and protective parts shaping your life, then I use all kinds of other modalities to give care to those stories and parts. Our work will be compassionate, curious, and practical, helping you feel more grounded, connected, and clear about who you are and how you want to live.
Photo of Leanne M Stepp, Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Leanne M Stepp
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (672) 572-2263
"
I draw mainly from sex therapy, Narrative Therapy and Internal Family Systems to help you understand the stories, patterns, and protective parts shaping your life, then I use all kinds of other modalities to give care to those stories and parts. Our work will be compassionate, curious, and practical, helping you feel more grounded, connected, and clear about who you are and how you want to live.
Photo of Leanne M Stepp, Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Leanne M Stepp
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (672) 572-2263

Location

Primary Location

Heart Work

1627 Fort Street

355

Victoria, BC V8R

(672) 572-2263

Additional Location

Toronto, ON M5V

(672) 572-2263
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I offer sessions in person in Victoria and online to those living in BC and Ontario. I work Tues, Weds and Thursday, including evenings.
Photo of Leanne M Stepp, Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Leanne M Stepp
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Call for a free consultation now - (672) 572-2263
"
I offer sessions in person in Victoria and online to those living in BC and Ontario. I work Tues, Weds and Thursday, including evenings.
Photo of Leanne M Stepp, Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Leanne M Stepp
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Call for a free consultation now - (672) 572-2263