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Find Marriage And∕or Relationship Issues Counselling Psychologists, Therapists, Counsellors in Vancouver Island∕Coast
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Life is full of challenges, and seeking help is a powerful step toward healing and growth. As a dedicated mental health and addictions counselor, I bring over 15 years of experience helping individuals navigate life’s…
Your mind knows it’s not rational. But that doesn’t change anything. The painful feelings and old patterns—they don’t seem to care about logic. That's because they're not coming from the logical part of the brain. To…
*Offering virtual sessions only. In my practice I work with adults (individuals, couples, families). My specialty areas include complex trauma & PTSD (with a focus on the impact of emotional/physical/sexual abuse in…
Hi, I'm Kathryn. I support adults (18–65+) navigating anxiety, depression, relational struggles, identity questions, and body/food relationship issues, so that they can feel more like themselves in the world. I offer…
Hello, and thank you for taking the time to read my profile. If you are like many people who seek therapy, you are struggling. Maybe you are in a time of crisis in your life. Something has happened out of the blue that…
Looking for a counsellor whose approach is concrete and accessible? My approach to therapy is conversational, laid back, and client-directed. That means you only talk about what's important to you, and work toward goals…
If you are feeling overwhelmed in your life or relationship, I am here to inspire hope and to help empower you to navigate life with calm confidence. It is normal to need support; sometimes help is required to understand…
Have you ever had the sense that something’s missing—like you're going through the motions, but not fully connecting with the world or even with yourself? At times, it might feel like you're putting on a version of…
Evans-Carlson Counselling believes in supporting individuals and couples in the growth that will help them take the next step towards health and wholeness. Special Issues In-Focus: Each person coming to counselling has…
I can help. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor practicing in Vic West, close to downtown. Counselling can help you function better. You may feel calmer and more effective, or find insights, meet challenges and live…
Kathryn believes that counselling is a collaborative process between the client and their counsellor and treats the relationship as a partnership. She uses a strengths-based and solution-focused approach to help her…
I am a Psychotherapist in private practice with over 30 years of clinical experience. I have specialized training in Relationship issues, Self Esteem, Anxiety/Depression, Grief/Loss, Trauma, Life Transitions. If you are…
Pleased to meet you. Here is a little bit about me. The person: I am first and foremost a proud husband, parent, and family member. I enjoy connecting with nature, catching activities with friends, and on occasion when…
I know how difficult it can feel to be human some days. When painful thoughts and emotions take over- it can feel impossible to find a way forward. You get stuck fighting with and blaming yourself for feeling this way…
I work with clients seeking help for anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship issues, and life transitions. Working with teenagers, adults, couples and families, I use an integrative approach to psychotherapy…
Relationships shape our lives in profound ways. When they become strained, the impact can be felt everywhere. My work focuses on helping couples and individuals understand the deeper patterns that influence their lives…
Elizabeth Holland is a Registered Clinical Counsellor practicing in Victoria, British Columbia. With a Masters degree in Counselling Psychology (UBC), she works with adults and young adults from diverse backgrounds…
I know that right now, it might feel like you're completely drained—like you're stuck in a constant cycle of stress, anxiety, or even depression. It can feel overwhelming, like you're caught in a loop where the same…
Dr. Lake has a PhD in Educational Administration. He has a personal interest in emotion and crisis management and created a Model Of Effective Crisis Management for his dissertation. His Master's degree is in Educational…
Wellwoods Counselling is founded on the recognition of our innate wholeness. Bringing together a wealth of life experience and decades of training in psychological and spiritual traditions, I provide holistic and…
Your current circumstances don't dictate where you'll end up. They serve as a starting point for change. We all have the potential to move forward, sometimes having support is the key to getting there. My counselling…
Do you need professional help to make changes that will improve your life or relationships? Mark Giesbrecht is currently offering online video therapy through a secure online portal made for therapists called Owl…
I work with neurodiverse clients, including adults and children with ADHD, autism or complex developmental needs, and I support parents navigating the challenges of raising children with diverse abilities. I provide a…
Meet Dizzy Feehan (they/them) Dizzy Feehan is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC), and the Program Director of Companion Planting Counselling, based on lək̓ʷəŋən territory…
I believe in the innate ability of every human to heal, even when it feels too dark to do so. My goal is to help you foster insights, understanding and acceptance of the obstacles that prevent you from expanding into a…
Trevor Warren: Relationship & Sexual Intimacy Therapist With over 30+ years of experience and a reputation as a "Relationship Expert," Trevor Warren is a Certified Relationship Specialist (C.R.S.) with the American…
As a seasoned counsellor with a passion for helping individuals overcome life's hurdles and optimise their performance, I provide clinical counselling services to teens, adults, and specifically athletes of all levels…
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a Masters Degree in Counselling Psychology. With over fifteen years of experience and a commitment to ongoing education/training I can help you. Whether you need a safe, non…
Welcome! If your relationships feel confusing, painful, or stuck, you don’t have to navigate them alone. I offer therapy that is grounded, focused, and designed to help you understand what’s happening beneath the surface…
Azula holds her Masters in Counselling Psychology and is a Registered Psychologist with over 20 years experience in private practice. She has also worked as a clinician with Mental Health Services for 16 years providing…
Vancouver Island∕Coast Counsellors
Marriage and∕or Relationship Issues Counsellors
Entering into a relationship means merging your life with another person, understanding his or her flaws, quirks and beliefs. With marriage rates declining and divorce statistics set at 50%, it is clear that people are increasingly challenged by marriage and relationship issues, and many lack effective ways to address them. So how can we bridge the gap to understanding our partners better and enjoying romantic bliss?
Many factors affect the interpersonal relationship between two partners who are a couple and sometimes it's hard to see the cause of conflict or friction in a relationship. While some people find divorce to be the best or only option, other people speak to counsellors and psychologists in a bid to try salvage the relationship.
Signs that indicate a need for couples counselling include poor communication in a relationship, affairs, living past one another, inability to resolve marriage of couples' issues, and acting out negative feelings. When divorce seems like the only option, or if a couple is staying together for the kids' sake, that's a sure sign that therapy is needed.
Therapists do not necessarily believe that all marriages can be salvaged, but counselling can often help even some of the most challenged relationships. Through talk therapy, the couple will discover again why they fell in love and what they can do to get back to that place in their marriage. They use a range of effective, proven methods to help couples in any situation to restore intimacy and move past the hurt and wounds to a safe and comfortable place.
The concrete tools used by marriage therapists provide guidance in a supportive and encouraging setting and empower clients to restructure their thoughts and emotions. It helps the couple to work with each other, instead of on one another, helping each individual to find the person he or she is at the core level and to build a happy union.
If you are looking for a counsellor or psychologist who works with couples you may want to search the directory to find a professional whose approach will suit you best.