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Virtual/In-Person

  • Virtual: Select this option if you're looking for online counselling sessions. Virtual counselling is available across the province, so you can choose a counsellor from any city in British Columbia
  • In-Person: Select this if you want face-to-face sessions. You'll need to choose a city where the counsellor is located.

Area of Practice

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City

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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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Heartmath Humanistic Therapy Hypnotherapy
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M
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You will receive a warm, kind, caring, compassionate, non-judgmental approach to counselling to empower you to move forward with your life, and to create a positive and compassionate belief about yourself, in order to…
M.A., RCC
My passion for counselling comes from my own experiences navigating life’s challenges, relationships, academic and professional environments, and trauma. It further developed from my experience living with ADHD and being…
Ph.D., R.Psych
Dr. Jennifer Trew is a Registered Psychologist (CPBC #2224) specializing in the treatment of stress, anxiety, and mood difficulties in adults. She has training and expertise in assessing and treating depression, extreme…
B.A. Hons, CCC
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…
M.Couns., RCC
Emmalee offers in person counselling in Victoria, BC, as well as phone and online video counselling sessions for clients across British Columbia. She works with individuals (16+), couples, and families (where all…
Hello, my name is Dr. Murray Anderson, and thanks for coming to my information page. I have been in the counselling field for approximately 25 years, starting off as a lay counsellor, and now practicing with my doctorate…
MC, RCC
Three common things I hear: you have some understanding of why something happens intellectually but that doesn't stop it from happening or feeling bad. you can't figure out why you keep on doing the same thing in…
M.Ed., RCC
I am a Registered Clinical Counselling with a Masters of Education in Counselling Psychology. For more than 30 years, I have been helping people with depression, anxiety, and life problems. As well, those wanting to…
M.A., RCC
Everyone struggles with something. We can’t control every thought, feeling, or body sensation we have, but we can find ways to create balance and choice in our lives, particularly during times of stress, uncertainty, and…
Ph.D., RCC
Welcome! I'm so glad you're taking the first steps toward finding a counsellor for yourself or a loved one. I see individual clients of all ages in person in Victoria, BC, or online anywhere in BC. Take a look at my…
M.A., RCC
If you are reading this, it means you might be considering counselling. I am excited for you! But first, it is important to find a counsellor you think you’ll fit with. So here is a bit about me and my experience: I am…
M.Ed., RCC
How often do you catch yourself comparing your life to others? We’re bombarded with pressure to be more—more successful, more attractive, just… more everything. It’s easy to feel like you’re never enough, stuck in self…
M.A., RCC
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…
I have over 30 years experience in providing individual counselling to adult women and men. I offer counselling for a wide variety of difficulties including trauma (recent and past), anxiety, depression, addictions, and…
M.S.W., RSW
Viviane Houle is a Registered Social Worker (#10977) with the British Columbia College of Social Workers, an EMDR and Integrative Voicework Therapist, and a Certified NeurOptimal® Neurofeedback Trainer. She obtained her…
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…
M.Couns., RCC
Do you ever find yourself wanting to deepen your connection to the world around you? Maybe it sometimes feels as though you're wearing a mask that doesn't match how you feel inside. Whether it's intentional or not, the…
M.A., RCC
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…
M.A., RCC
Bob is a very experienced counsellor and has spent his working life helping people solve problems, make good decisions, set necessary boundaries, and improve communication. His counselling philosophy is very practical…
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…
M.A., RCC
I believe in the power of collaboration, and my passion lies in partnering with you to navigate life's challenges and foster personal growth. Working together, I can help you set goals, make decisions, and explore…
M.A., RCC
I see the courage it takes to seek counselling and believe that within you is the strength to achieve you goals and live your life to the fullest. I offer an encouraging space for you to begin to explore change, identify…
Hello, and thanks for reading about me and my work! I love being a therapist because I get to do something really important: support people on their journey toward leading a happier, more satisfying and peaceful life…
M.A., RCC
About Me: I have a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology and am a registered clinical counsellor with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors. I have over 15 years of experience and have worked in a…
M.Ed., RCC
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…
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…
M.S.W., RSW
Julie is a Registered Social Worker (13631) with a diverse background and over a decade of experience in social work. She obtained her Master’s in Social Work and began a special focus in palliative and bereavement care…
Life can be hard. Relationships can be really hard. It's natural to feel overwhelmed, powerless, hopeless, anxious, and depressed when one of our important relationships is going poorly. When we get stuck and don't know…
M.Ed., RCC
Brenda is a Registered Clinical Counsellor. She lives in Victoria, BC and sees her clients online. Brenda has a rich background of professional experience and personal growth. She has worked in the public and private…
M.S.W., RCC
Welcome, I'm Adrienne, owner of Camas Mental Health. Camas offers therapy services with a specialization in supporting reproductive mental health and wellbeing across the lifespan through individual, couples, and group…

Vancouver Island/Coast Counsellors

Stress Management Counsellors

While stress is a normal part of our modern, everyday lives, it can also have dramatic side effects. Chronic stress can lead to behavioral issues, such as drug abuse that can harm relationships. However, most commonly, chronic stress can affect a person's physical health in a number of ways. Many people avoid asking for help in coping with stress management, accepting it as a common hazard of today's fast-paced life.

Yes, at some point everyone suffers from challenges with stress management, but if at any point in time you feel like you have trouble handling it, it is time to get help. Signs that you are not coping with stress management includes a change in your sleeping or eating habits, feeling physically unwell (headaches, ulcers, frequent colds and flu), reduced productivity and decreased pleasure in activities you enjoyed before.

Stress is common when dealing with life changes or situations such as job losses, getting married, breakups or divorces, discrimination, parenting, moving house, death of a pet or loved one, being diagnosed with a serious medical condition.  

Therapy can help you to better deal with stress management issues. Negative moods reduce the quality of several aspects of our lives, including productivity and interpersonal relationships. Through cognitive restructuring, negative thoughts can be challenged and rescripted to help you create a more positive mindset.

Stress can often cloud the validity of our interpretations of certain events and circumstances, and cognitive restructuring challenges those assumptions. In the case of invalid interpretations, the way we think about situations naturally changes, which has a positive effect on our moods and ability to handle stress better.

If you are looking for a counsellor or psychologist who will help you manage stress more effectively you may want to search the directory to find a professional whose approach will suit you best.