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- If you're looking for virtual counselling, you can still select a specific city if you prefer working with a counsellor from that area, or leave it blank to see options form all cities in BC.
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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…
Private Practice Registered Clinical Counselor with the BC Association of Clinical Counselors Certified Music Therapist with the Canadian Association of Music Therapy Trainer in the Bonny Method of Guided Imagery & Music…
Tara McCaffery Counsellor, MA, RCC, CCTP Tara received her Master’s in Counselling Psychology at Athabasca University and has over 8 years of experience supporting individuals through a variety of life challenges. As a…
I’m a therapist and trained OCD clinician specializing in treating OCD, anxiety, and related conditions. I was born and raised in South Africa, and later moved to Victoria, BC, where I completed my Master of Counselling…
How long will this last? Am I doomed to feel like this forever? It’s possible that you may be asking these questions. You might also be feeling alone - like no one else truly understands what you’re going through. Your…
My aim is to provide a trusting, nonjudgmental space in which you feel comfortable sharing your story. While there is innate wisdom within all of us, our ability to see the way forward can become clouded when we become…
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…
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…
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…
It is a privilege to walk this path with you. I believe that when we find what’s blocking our growth and where our resourced strengths lie, healing will flow into our lives. This can transform how we experience…
Ann meets people from a position of warmth, compassion, openness and curiosity. She has a deep commitment to connect and work alongside individuals to develop an authentic, trusting relationship, and offers counselling…
“I like how you help me see myself as powerful and capable,” and “I didn’t know counselling could be like this,” are reflections I’ve heard from clients over the years, and they capture the kind of counselling…
It is my privilege to walk alongside clients as they reconnect with their capacity to heal, deepen their self-understanding, and build genuine trust in themselves. My approach is warm, collaborative, and oriented toward…
Maybe you've spent years in therapy talking about your problems but never felt like much actually shifted. Or maybe this is your first time reaching out, and you're not even sure what's wrong. You just know you feel…
What I most love in this world is to see people thriving as they live their most authentic life. I understand that many of us have grown up in a way that hasn't supported us to be our authentic self. Often we are…
My name is Jody and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with an office in Victoria, BC. I have both in-person and online sessions available with immediate availability. Hello, thank you for your interest in my services…
I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Canadian Certified Counsellor who primarily works with gay men through online video counselling. As a gay man, do any of these sound familiar? I’m so sensitive and overreact to…
If you’re struggling with addictions—whether it’s alcohol, drug use, or other self-destructive patterns like compulsive overeating—or if you’re carrying the weight of trauma, depression, or anxiety, I’m here to help. I’m…
I am accepting new referrals for both in person counselling (office located in Duncan, BC) or virtual counselling. I've been a counsellor for over 15 years and have worked in a number of counselling settings (in patient…
It is exhausting to live with a nagging sense that you just aren't quite "good enough." That hidden insecurity messes with everything. It turns simple chats with your partner into big fights. It makes you feel shy or…
Madeleine Sullivan, M.Ed., RCC is a Registered Clinical Counsellor in Victoria, BC, with a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology from the University of Victoria. She offers a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental…
Currently Accepting New Clients: I work with individuals, couples, and parents/parents-to-be. Individual Counselling: I approach therapy with sensitivity and compassion, providing a non-judgmental space for you to share…
Accepting new clients! I specialize in eating disorders, body image, trauma, self esteem, anxiety, & depression. My approach to healing includes both the mind and body. If you struggle with self criticism, managing…
Shelley Gordon has been an Imago Relationship Therapist since 1996, and a Therapist since 1983. She has over 25 years of experience, and is an advanced clinician with Imago Relationships International. Shelley is…
As a queer, transguy, and adoptive parent to a neurospicy child, I prioritize the importance of seeing people as complex, nuanced, and unique beings. I strive to keep my practice flexible, authentic, holistic, and avoid…
Gretal provides phone and video/virtual counselling to clients across British Columbia. She offers individual counselling to adults (18+). She identifies as a culturally responsive counsellor for BIPOC individuals, and…
Congratulations on having the courage to work towards a better you. As someone that has walked a similar path of self-improvement, I empathize with your struggle and truly appreciate the spark within you that reaches for…
*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…
Counselling is about connection. If you feel stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, burnt out, or caught in old patterns of self-doubt, people-pleasing, or perfectionism, you do not need to go through this time alone. Through a…
Victoria Counsellors
Counselling Victoria contains information about counsellors, psychologists, and therapists in the Victoria area. These counsellors, psychologists, and therapists may assist individuals, couples and/or families. As is typical with trained counselling professionals they may vary in their areas of expertise. Many will be able to address anger management issues, depression, anxiety and relationship issues.
Victoria consists of the following neighbourhoods:
Victoria: Burnside Gorge, Downtown, Fairfield/Gonzales, Fernwood, Harris Green, Hillside-Quadra, James Bay, North and South Jubilee, North Park, Oaklands, Rockland, Victoria West
Esquimalt: Kinsmen Park, Gorge Vale, Rockheights, Old Esquimalt, Saxe Point
Oak Bay: Henderson, Uplands, Estevan, North Oak Bay, South Oak Bay, Gonzales
Saanich East: Cordova Bay, Sunnymead, Broadmead, Mt. Doug, Gordon Head, Blenkinsop, Lambrick Park, Lake Hill, High Quadra, Arbutus, Queenswood, Ten Mile Point, Cadboro Bay, Camosun, Mt. Tolmie, Cedar Hill, Quadra, Swan Lake, Maplewood
Saanich West: Willis Point, West Saanich, Elk Lake, Prospect Lake, Beaver Lake, Royal Oak, Northridge, Layritz, Interurban, Glanford, Strawberry Vale, Granville, Marigold, Tillicum, Gateway, Rudd Park, Gorge, Portage Inlet
Central Saanich: Inlet, Saanichton, Hawthorne, Turgoose, Island View, Martindale, Tanner, Keating, Oldfield, Brentwood Bay
View Royal: Prior Lake, Hospital, Six Mile, View Royal, Glentana
Colwood: Colwood Corners, Colwood Lake, Royal Roads, Hatley Park, Sun Ridge, Wishart North, Triangle, Wishart South, Lagoon, Royal Bay, Latoria, Olympic View
Langford: Goldstream, Humpback, Bear Mountain, Thetis Heights, Florence Lake, Mill Hill, Atkins, Fairway, Langford Proper, Langford Lake, Glen Lake, Luxton, Walfred, Happy Valley, Olympic View
Metchosin: Neild, Olympic View, Albert Head, Metchosin, Kangaroo, Rocky Point, William Head, Pedder Bay
Sooke: Port Renfrew, Jordan River, French Beach, Sheringham Point
North Saanich: Deep Cove, Lands End, Swartz Bay, Curteis Point, McDonald Park, Sandown, Airport, Ardmore, Coles Bay, Dean Park, Bazan Bay
Highlands
Sidney
These Victoria counselling professionals have designations from the following list:
Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), Registered Psychologist (R Psych), Registered Social Worker (RSW), Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC), American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT), Registered Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), and Registered Art Therapist (BCATR).
Explore the information within the counselling listings for Victoria to get a better sense of which counselling professional might be a match for you.
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Trauma Counselling Counsellors
Trauma counselling can assist with a wide range of internal emotional reactions to devastating situations. Some people experience things as more traumatic than others, and therefore they will need help in coping the emotional burdens of an event or situation.
Stressful events such as death of a loved one, rape, abuse, accidents, divorce, violence or bullying can leave people unable to cope or process the emotional burdens. However, it is not only events linked to the individual personally, but also being a witness to events that might leave a person with post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This includes being a victim to violence or natural disasters - there is no limit to the causes of trauma.
In the case of PTSD, people can develop many different psychological reactions, as determined by their own coping skills, emotional stability and background. Symptoms of PTSD include a anger, depression, flashbacks, insomnia, nightmares, social withdrawal, loss of self esteem and confidence, and substance abuse.
It takes a strong person to have the courage to stand up and request trauma counselling. This is no time to compare yourself to other people in similar situations, but rather to recognize that everyone has a different reaction to trauma. Therefore, it is important to address the symptoms of post traumatic stress disorder as soon as possible to help you deal with emotions in a healthy way and to overcome the difficulties you are facing. Trauma counselling can help avert potentially more severe psychological disorders, that can occur if PTSD is left untreated.
If you are looking for a counsellor or psychologist who provides trauma counselling to address your posttraumatic stress management issues you may want to search the directory to find a professional whose approach will suit you best.
Trauma informed therapy is a specialized approach that acknowledges the pervasive impact of trauma on an individual's life and seeks to create a safe and supportive therapeutic environment. Our trauma informed therapists are trained to understand the complexities of trauma, recognizing its effects on the mind and body. They employ evidence-based techniques to help clients process their experiences, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and restore a sense of control and empowerment. By prioritizing safety, trust, and collaboration, trauma informed therapy aims to facilitate healing and resilience. Explore our directory to find experienced trauma informed therapists who can support your journey to recovery.