Therapists in V8Z

My clients are people suffering from addictions, anxiety, depression, ADHD, eating disorders and are also the families of those affected by substance-use issues. The goal of my clients is to find more freedom and joy in their lives.

*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, struggling, stuck in negative self-thought patterns, or in need of a little help to sort through life’s challenges? You are not alone and I can help. As a therapist, I have developed skills to support and help you along your healing journey. Our therapeutic relationship is an integral part of your healing and it is my goal to provide a safe, nonjudgmental, compassionate environment based on caring and trust. We can work together to help you find ways to overcome life's difficulties and challenges so you can live your best life.

I believe that people have unlimited capacity. I work to support others in exploring the challenges in their own lives; relationships; and that arise in pursuit of goals. My professional background in mental health and substance use (addictions) has offered me experience working with others to address complex challenges since beginning in 2013. It is a privilege to join others on their journey and I am fortunate to engage in this work on the traditional lands of the Lekwungen Peoples.

I believe in an individualized, caring and respectful approach when working with clients to become more resilient and effective in their lives. Many people believe that the skills and motivation needed to maneuver all of life’s obstacles are automatically within all of us. But many of us learn ineffective ways of communicating, develop unhealthy patterns or find ourselves stuck with no idea of how to move forward. Having a dedicated time to examine patterns, build skills and develop a deeper understanding of ones’ strengths can help build a greater sense of wellness and clarity in our lives.

Welcome to Kinyewakan Indigenous Counselling and Consulting Services, a sacred space dedicated to supporting Indigenous individuals and BIPOC communities on their healing and empowerment journeys. As the sole therapist and consultant, I bring deep cultural understanding and a trauma-informed approach to provide compassionate and inclusive support. I honor the unique experiences and challenges faced by Indigenous and BIPOC individuals, addressing the intersectionality of race, culture, and identity.

I know it can be really frustrating when we're trying to create change in our lives, but something keeps blocking or sabotaging our results. Sometimes we just need to ask someone for help, but this can feel scary and bring up uncomfortable emotions. I want you to know that I am a very professional therapist who really cares about your comfort, happiness and well being. You will feel heard, that you matter, and glad you invested the time to talk with me.

Childhood and adult experiences can impact the way we manage life. At times it can affect our connection with others, our ability to feel happy and our mental health. Reaching out for help can be a first step in recovering our sense of self, building health coping tools and feeling connected to our lives. Though counselling change is possible.

Accepting new clients! I help young adults to navigate challenges with school, relationships, career development, and self exploration. I understand this is such a confusing time and I can help you find clarity in the direction of your life, and to improve communication, boundaries, and self worth. Together we'll explore the interaction of your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours to determine your strengths, and what you would like to build upon. My aim is for you to develop insight into your values, patterns, and beliefs, and to then evaluate which ones are helpful and which ones are holding you back from your greatest fulfillment.

At Ginger Henderson Counselling Services, we exist to inspire and support those who wish to cultivate a balanced mind, resilient spirit, and a renewed sense of self-confidence. My team of highly trained Counsellors are compassionate and resourceful and here to support you through whatever may be troubling you. If you are suffering through trauma, substance abuse, life changes, a loss of a loved one, parenting or relationship issues, depression, anxiety or simply wanting to change your life patterns, we are here. We work with clients from various backgrounds and strive to make every client feel comfortable and important.

My clients are introspective, hardworking, and determined. They appreciate my wide experience, my appreciation of their lives, and my complete ignorance of their situations. We make quick progress and lasting changes once we all realize that we don't really know what's going on. I am usually unsure and defer to you. Quite a few people take that as a license to indulge themselves, which is fine, but doesn't require me. I'm most interested in what I understand the least, which are the foundations of emotion, mind, body, and spirit. Wherever you go, I can follow, even into what's crazy (especially!), but you're always the expert.

Sometimes life throws us a curve ball that we have a difficult time managing on our own. The good new is we don't have to, and you have taken the first step. I know it can sometimes feel like there’s no way out and this is just the way you are, but I’m here to tell you, it’s not and there is. Together we are going to work to breakthrough the things that have been bringing you down, getting in your way, and holding you back –Collaboratively, we will work to help you gain the skills and confidence needed to live your best life possible. I am committed to providing a safe, non-judgemental counselling experience.

Issues in your relationship or with your sexuality can make life feel like trying to to tread water in a wild, uncontrollable, and unpredictable ocean. Whether by yourself, with your partner, or in a group, allow me to help you breach the surface on these issues and learn ride the waves.

Would you like to understand your triggers and what core beliefs might be contributing to your stress, anxiety or depression? For many, the current world crisis is amplifying their pain, stress, grief, fear and despair. As children, we were not taught how to cope constructively with stress and strong emotions so naturally, without the skillset, many people are feeling lost. By learning the skills and gaining capacity, more freedom and joy is possible. Regardless of circumstances, there is always a way to move forward, one step at a time.

Welcome to my site! Psychotherapy is an invaluable process that can benefit your overall emotional and mental health. It can help you develop an awareness of thoughts, feelings and behaviours that keep you stuck . You will be assisted in developing deeper insight into the patterns that are causing you to experience emotional distress and preventing you from making changes that will help you move forward in a positive direction. I will guide and support you through this process of change through the integration of evidence based strategies and tools.

The deepest desire of a human is to belong…to be heard…and to be accepted… Sometimes life presents us with difficulties that are tough to manage or resolve on our own. There are times when we need to ask for help in order to find ourselves and to move forward. As a person and a counsellor, I know that life’s challenges can happen at all stages of our lives at multiple levels and that every situation is unique to us alone. Circumstances that can challenge how we think, how we perceive, how we believe and how we respond.

Nice to meet you, I’m Amy. Born and raised in Victoria, British Columbia, I live on the West Coast with my husband and three children. I have been a recreational athlete for most of my life in various sports, and firmly believe a sense of adventure is inseparable from well being. My curiosity about people and human nature has led me to earn a few degrees in psychology and pursue a professional career as a register clinical counsellor. For over a decade I have worked with clients with mild to moderate mental health challenges who are focused on pursuing a meaningful and productive life.

Vulnerability can make us feel very uncomfortable, but if we view it as a transition, into higher self-esteem/confidence & therefore more life resilience then it is much healthier to forge ahead to find a therapist who can support us. Finding the best fit in seeking a therapist is the most important step in relieving your stress. Many of us struggle with unhappiness, anxiety, depression, suicide ideation, sleep deprivation, separation, divorce, conflict resolution, trauma, relationship, and parenting issues, emotion regulation, communication and assertiveness, boundaries, personal development, caregiver burden and so much more

I have been practicing Social Work & Counselling in non profit, clinical and therapeutic settings for over 18 years with people of all ages. I've had the privilege of working with various vulnerable populations and have been rewarded by learning through their resiliency, knowledge and strength. Working from a bio-psycho-social and neurodiversity affirming space, has best informed my practice. I enjoy helping others build skills and strengths in self advocacy, self compassion and a develop a deeper understanding of identifying their belief systems.