Find a Therapist

Colin Hayward

Colin is here to lend a helping hand to adults who struggle with anxiety caused by low self-esteem, past traumas, or dealing with loss. By teaming up with Colin, he’ll lead you on a journey of self-discovery, empowering you to gain a deeper understanding of your emotions and equipping you with effective coping strategies.

Kendra Armstrong

I provide therapy to those looking to explore coping strategies, interpersonal relationships, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, life transitions and more. I use an integrative approach pulling from multiple modalities including CBT, DBT, Somatic, Trauma-Informed, SFBT, etc. I provide a warm, calm, trusting place for my clients to discuss difficult topics, and help them navigate their experiences.

Dr. Syb Pongracic

Dr. Pongracic has worked with men from all walks of life to cope with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship problems, and workplace injuries. Dr. Syb Pongracic specializes in assessing mental illness to provide effective and evidence-based psychotherapy using a variety of interventions from different schools of psychotherapy (e.g., Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, applications of polyvagal theory, Internal Family Systems, Eye movement desensitization reprocessing therapy; EMDR). She is warm, caring, and non-judgmental. She does not apply a “one-fits-all” approach to therapy. Rather, she takes the time to get to know you to make informed recommendations that fit your personality and style.

Robbie Ruddell

You don’t have to carry this all on your own. I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor offering a space of refuge and belonging for men navigating shame, stress, disconnection, and self-doubt. If you feel stuck in emotional or relational patterns, overwhelmed or shut down inside, longing for connection but unsure how to feel safe in it – you’re not alone.

My practice is grounded in attachment theory, interpersonal neurobiology, and self-compassion. I work beyond traditional talk therapy by engaging the body and mind to support clients in moving beyond survival patterns into a more connected sense of self. While I support many queer and questioning clients, my practice is open to all men. A free consult is here for you when the time is right.

Jessie Baynham

My basic belief is hopeful and positive: that ultimately people are “good” and are striving for wellness with the internal and external resources they have.  I am committed to helping you unpack and leave behind stories and ways of coping that no longer serve your needs, while building resilience and moving towards new ways of relating to self and others, stepping authentically into life and relationships.

As a queer-identified woman, I am particularly interested but not exclusively focused on supporting clients within the LGBTQ2S+ community.  I intentionally support overall mental wellness for all men, women and adolescents as we work to resolve, understand and reflect on barriers that exist in attaining psychological well-being.

Element Health Company

At Element Health Co., we strive to increase mental health access and resources by removing stigmas and creating an intentional, insightful and inclusive environment that supports people with their goals. We are committed to your mental health and wellness.

Hazim Al-Faouri

Are you hoping to improve your mood and return to “feeling like yourself” again? Do you feel trapped by your triggers, traumas, or experiences, and want to better understand how your thoughts and feelings today are still connected to the past? Do you want a therapist who takes into consideration your values and background to help connect you to your experiences of past, present and future? If this sounds like you, together we can explore the ways you’re struggling or hoping to learn more about yourself in our work. I support both individuals and couples through their journeys. I hold a Masters of Counselling Psychology from Adler University and I am an EMDR Trauma practitioner which connects emotions, the body, and our traumas to heal.

Jamieson Eakin

My therapy offers a safe space to explore your concerns from depression, anxiety, fulfillment, motivation, substance use, sexuality, gender, neurodivergence, learning challenges, disability, creativity, relationships and others. Sessions use a combination of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Social Constructivist and Somatic and Mindful approaches to get to your unique story, and make you the author of your own story.

Island Clinical Counselling Port Alberni

At Island Clinical Counselling, we create a welcoming, non-judgmental space where you can feel seen, heard, and supported. Whether you’re facing overwhelming stress, navigating deep loss, or seeking personal growth, our compassionate team of experienced counsellors is here to walk alongside you. Together, we’ll explore your strengths, build resilience, and help you move forward with hope and clarity.

Our Port Alberni office is located inside Innov8 Physiotherapy Clinic at Unit A-4110 6th Avenue. Ground floor access, fully accessible for all levels of mobility. We also offer remote sessions to clients across BC.

Dr. John Ogrodniczuk

My work is individually tailored to suit the person and the problem for which they seek consultation. I approach each client in a non-judgmental manner, being sensitive to the circumstances of their issues, and empathic to their experiences. Clients can expect to work within a collaborative relationship, and together we will clarify the primary issue(s) to be dealt with, set concrete and attainable goals, and regularly appraise your progress.

Zameena Jaffer

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Welcome to the start of your journey toward your most authentic self! I am here to guide you as you navigate your culture, relationships, and feelings of stuckness in your life. I am here to help you discover coping skills to manage overwhelming, anxious, and overpowering emotions. You become my client, and I become a part of your support system. Together, we will create a personalized plan to support your mental health and your life goals. At the end of our journey together, you will leave with a better awareness of your emotions, an arsenal of tools for challenging times, and greater resiliency.

Calum Ramsay

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. In sessions, you can expect to develop skills to help you understand yourself with compassion, while keeping “who you are” at the centre of the process.
I prioritize developing clarity, trust, and respect in our work, so that counselling can act as a stabilizing and supportive presence in your life. I work from an integrative approach, drawing from a selection of research-supported theories like ACT, EFIT, and narrative therapy. My work is also informed by the 12 years I worked in international and Olympic rugby, helping athletes make difficult decisions under pressure.

Benjamin Childs

Acknowledging that things are not ok is a brave first-step. First and foremost, I want you to know that you are not alone. Now let’s see if together we are a good fit to navigate these difficult thoughts, feelings, and events you’re experiencing. Many of my clients are men seeking support with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges and trauma. In addition, with lived experience in the 2SLGBTQ+ community, I take pride in offering support for any related concerns.

I feel strongly that treatment is not a ‘one size fits all’ which is why I take an integrated framework, drawing upon various modalities of practice to individualize our work together to meet your needs.

Zinah Al-Saffar

I am a Registered Psychologist and EMDR Therapist and I am licensed in both Alberta and Ontario. In addition, I provide services in both English and Arabic.

My areas of clinical expertise include anxiety, trauma and C-PTSD, dissociation, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder, parenting, relationship difficulties, couple and family issues, anger management, disordered eating, postpartum depression, managing emotions, addictions, sleeping issues, self-esteem, body image, nightmares, and others. I work with youth, adults, couples and families.
I integrate many modalities into my practice, which include EMDR, Ego State, Gottman Method Couples Therapy (level 1 training), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution-focused Therapy, Attachment based practice, and Cognitive-behavioral Therapy (CBT) and others.

Jen Simpatico

If you’re feeling stuck, disconnected, or just tired of carrying it all on your own, you’re not alone. The truth is, mental health doesn’t exist in a vacuum – the ways we learn to cope, express, or shut down are shaped by how we were raised, what was expected of us, and the messages we’ve absorbed about what it means to “be a man.”

In our work together, we slow things down and get curious about what’s really happening underneath the surface – not to overanalyze, but to help you make sense of your experience in a way that feels grounding and real. My style is collaborative, straightforward, and human. I meet you where you’re at, and together we work toward a steadier, more connected way of being in your life.

I am part of the Kelowna Vitality Collective team and sessions with me can be booked via text at 855-425-4310‬.