Sam van Ginkel

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 create lasting change, we need to go beneath the intellectual surface, where these emotional patterns actually live. Together, we can finally release what you've been carrying and rewire what's kept you stuck. 

Hi, I'm Sam, an Experiential Therapist. I'm here to help guide you toward healing inner experiences using the body, visualization, and memory, getting you out of your head and into the space where you can find relief. I offer psychotherapy in-person, in Victoria BC, and remotely through a secure tele-health platform. 

I specialize in helping adults heal from trauma and emotional wounds, chronic anxiety, shame, and old unwanted patterns in relationships. Therapy eventually leaves them feeling lighter, clearer, more at ease and connected.

I also provide supervision & education for therapists working experientially, and am the host of The Experiential Therapist Podcast.

My clients have told me they like working with me because I’m warm and friendly, but also direct and straight-forward. I’m here to help you do the deep work you’re here for, at the pace you need, in a safe & supportive environment.

Check in with what your gut is telling you. If this feels like the kind of change you need, I look forward to hearing from you.

Warmly, Sam.