Find a Therapist

Tori Head

As a therapist, I draw from my background in collegiate hockey to emphasize the importance of movement and building emotional capacity. Specializing in ADHD, emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, anger management, and domestic violence support, I approach therapy through a trauma-informed lens. My focus is on stabilizing and strengthening autonomic patterns, creating a safe and authentic space for your healing journey.

I offer in-person and online therapy.

Scott Arner

For 18+ years I have assisted adults struggling with mental health issues, substance use, trauma, anger, grief, as well as isolation and disconnection. I use a collaborative approach with clients to develop treatment plans, and goal setting. You know your experience — your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours — better than anyone else. I incorporate mindfulness into my therapy practice to aid in anxiety reduction, productivity, self-awareness and confidence. I have studied and include in my practice other approaches such as cognitive behaviour therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, secular Buddhism, narrative, Imago (for effective couples’ communication) and emotion-focused therapy.

John Woychuk

I have worked successfully with a lot of men in my practice. I understand how hard it can be for men to seek help. At the same time I know from experience that there’s tremendous benefit involved for those men who take that first step. My counselling approach is about compassion and non-judgement. Whatever is happening for you will be accepted and faced together. From a stance of respect and an underlying core belief that you have the wisdom within you to overcome your challenges, I will support you in recognizing and engaging powerful resources both within you and around you. Counselling theories and methodologies I use include Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

Ms. Sandra Neil

I provide psychotherapy for various issues, including, but not limited to, childhood and adult trauma in all of its various forms, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, stress management, anger, and other related issues. I seek to support the client in a way that is individualized and, integrates the approach that is best suited to the individual, including, but certainly not limited to, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Ego-State Therapy, and other trauma-focused interventions. I enjoy working with all aspects of change and transition in one’s personal development and working with the client to address their specific needs.

Dominic Brennan

We all need an outlet outside of family, friends and work to open-up about issues that need clarification. We can collaborate on solutions, and come up with ideas. Counselling often helps in dealing with problems that are bringing us down, and we feel holding us back from progressing in life.
My approach is influenced by person-centered theory using techniques from Solution Focused Therapy. I do not focus a great deal on emotions or get stuck in the past. Instead, I work on current behaviors, and where you want to go from here by breaking down what is holding you back.

Cameron Gibson

My experience working within interdisciplinary treatment teams taught me that measurable changes to mental health function are critical. I have found that the counselling process can be vague, unstructured, and without clear timelines. I set clear goals with clients and remain accountable to treatment progression and achieving therapeutic outcomes. Struggling with mental health concerns is common, and I aim to normalize this with clients so we can start treatment. I do not want to just work in the field of mental health, but want to change it. I want men to speak up and get help when they cannot cope.

Brittany Sirtonski

Our biggest moments of crisis, when supported with care, consciousness, and insight, are in fact our greatest sources of personal growth and transformation. I help individuals to strengthen the resources they have within themselves, learn to navigate challenging and uncomfortable emotions and life experiences, and build resiliency to navigate through tough times. As you begin to more consciously navigate life’s ebbs and flows, I support you in moving towards a more comfortable, content and meaningful life.

Island Clinical Counselling Ltd.

To all of you who feel weary, frightened, overwhelmed, alone: take refuge here. You are not alone. There is hope. Although the waves seem too rough, they can be calmed. Let’s navigate these storms together. Island Clinical Counselling is a Collaborative that focuses on providing individual, couples, and family counselling, therapeutic groups, education and workshops, and community connection opportunities. At Island Clinical Counselling, you will receive culturally safe, evidenced-based, person-centered counselling services in person in Nanaimo BC, or virtually in other areas of the province.

Megan Sutherland

Warm, accepting, inclusive and practical best describes my personal therapeutic style. I value careful listening, empathy, professional ethics and accountability, believing that all people possess intrinsic worth and have the capacity to realize this and make meaningful change in their lives.

I welcome clients with diverse backgrounds and needs, striving to cultivate a therapy space that is safe for all. I also recognize that men face unique challenges and barriers around seeking mental health support; my approach is to meet you where you’re at, at the pace that is right for you. Thank you for your interest in my practice. I look forward to hearing from you!

Duncan Keist

Duncan values providing care that is affirming, non-judgmental, inclusive, and poignant to each individual’s needs. He creates a warm and inviting space so that clients can feel safe and encouraged to explore their concerns. Duncan believes that every person has the internal resources to guide them through life’s trials. By learning to access those resources through self-compassion, inquiry, acceptance, and skill-building, he believes that clients can navigate challenges with greater resiliency and foresight.

Overall, Duncan sees his clients’ humanity, identifies and nurtures their strengths, and assists them to find solace and normalcy again.

Kaitlin Stephens

I hold the space and assist you with sorting things out that need to be explored. I tailor my approach to suit your needs and goals through collaboration and gentle guidance. I provide simple, step-by-step processes that can be applied and used.

Oakhill Counselling & Mediation Services

Chloe Stevens

I am passionate about providing a safe, non-judgmental, and compassionate space for growth to occur. I’ll honour your emotional experiences and will help you identify themes and patterns that may be preventing you from moving forward. When working with me, you will collaboratively work to build a strong sense of self-awareness while building a safe relationship that centers on your well-being and gives voice to your experiences.

Calvin Black

I work with individuals and couples from a Narrative Therapeutic lens. I have also had experience working with men who have experienced abuse and trauma. I am an experienced counsellor and work out of the Arbour Counselling Centre in Victoria, BC. Before counselling, I worked with youth through a local church for many years.

Kathryn Atkinson

To all of you who feel weary, frightened, overwhelmed, alone: take refuge here. You are not alone. There is hope. Although the waves seem too rough, they can be calmed. Let’s navigate these storms together. My specialties include Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (exposure response prevention-ERPs), Tics (CBIT), Body Focused Repetitive Behaviours, Anxiety, Trauma, Habit Reversal, mood, and working with those with diverse abilities and autism. I use many modalities depending on the needs of my clients, but am most proficient with Cognitive Behaviour Therapy.