Find a Therapist in Port Alberni, British Columbia.

Living with ADHD can make everyday life feel overwhelming at times, with challenges like managing focus, regulating emotions, or keeping up with responsibilities. In psychotherapy (talk therapy), I’ll help you understand how your ADHD shapes your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Together, we’ll develop routines, coping strategies, and systems that work with your brain while addressing emotional and cognitive blocks. The goal is to help you build self-trust, resilience, and a greater sense of balance, confidence, and clarity in your life.

I offer a multidisciplinary and relational approach to psychotherapy that includes early attachment work and a sensitivity to intergenerational dynamics and trauma, with a holistic orientation and evidence-based techniques. The role of the body in healing is central to my work, as I draw on many somatic practices. Whichever therapeutic modality we choose as best suited to your current journey, we work with the fundamental creative drive that is present in all of us to encounter the many facets of your healing pilgrimage necessary for growth and lasting change. I offer EMDR and other trauma processing approaches to support you in your healing when appropriate.

Psychotherapy at Teo Counselling provides a supportive and structured space for clients to explore emotional, behavioural, and relational challenges in depth. We take an integrative, evidence-based approach that is tailored to each client’s unique needs, helping to increase self-understanding and uncover patterns that may be contributing to distress or stagnation. Clients benefit from improved emotional regulation, greater insight into their experiences, and the development of practical coping strategies that support lasting change. Our focus is on fostering resilience, self-awareness, and meaningful growth, so clients can move toward a more balanced and intentional way of living.

As a "Generalist" counsellor, I utilize various treatment modalities as per the needs/issues presented by my client. My role as I see it, is to "lead by following". The goals developed are the goals of the client. I actively support the counselling process by identifying issues, events, relationships that facilitate a deeper understanding as to what the client needs from counselling, in order for them to find resolution within. Some of my modalities may include Family Systems, Narrative, Mindfulness-Cognitive, Existential, and Psycho-Dynamic.

I provide psychotherapy for children, youth and adults at The Centre For Expressive Therapy, a warm, nurturing atmosphere that reflects and supports healing. The therapeutic methods used during the course of psychotherapy are carefully chosen according to age, natural inclination and life circumstances to meet a client's unique needs. We will work together to explore and change the thought and behaviour patterns that are keeping you from being the best you can be. Building on your inner strengths, you will learn new skills to better cope with life's obstacles and challenges. Ongoing support is offered as suitable.

Psychotherapy with me will offer you a secure non-judgmental relationship to grow in your goals. Together we will explore what is bringing you into therapy and with compassion and curiousity notice what comes up for you when you seek to make change. As we explore what comes up, we will use tools to get to the roots of those blocks and discover deeper part of you that can provide you with that felt sense of relief and new found energy.

Psychotherapy is a transformative journey, a beacon of hope guiding individuals through the labyrinth of their minds. It offers a sanctuary where thoughts and emotions are explored with compassion and understanding. Through this process, individuals uncover hidden strengths and develop resilience, empowering them to face life's challenges with renewed confidence. Psychotherapy is not just about healing; it's about discovering one's true self and embracing change. It inspires growth, fosters inner peace, and illuminates the path to a more fulfilling future.

Struggling with anxiety, anger, addiction, or trauma? You’re not alone. Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or hopeless is tough, but it doesn't have to be permanent. I'm here to help. With specialized techniques and a compassionate approach, we can work together to find relief, gain control, and rediscover joy. Imagine a life where you feel calm, empowered, and in control. Book your free 15-minute consultation today to take the first step towards healing. Let’s turn your pain into strength and reclaim the life you deserve. Schedule now and start your journey to a better tomorrow.

Life can feel overwhelming when you're caught in patterns of anxiety, overthinking, people-pleasing, burnout, self-doubt, or feeling disconnected from yourself. Therapy offers a space to better understand the thoughts, emotions, and experiences that shape how you move through the world. Using a blend of Internal Family Systems (IFS) and somatic approaches, we'll explore both the emotional and physical patterns that may be keeping you stuck. Together, we'll help you develop greater self-awareness, self-compassion, and confidence so you can navigate challenges more effectively and create meaningful, lasting change.

I provide person centered counselling and mediation services to individuals, couples and families. I use a brief solution focused approach as well as cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness practices. My approach focuses on empathetic listening, solutions, and moving issues and relationships forward. I have a proven track record in assisting people to collaborate and to effect positive change in their lives and relationships. I value your privacy and all aspects of the sessions are confidential.