Counselling with Annamarie

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. My background in linguistics, psychology, neurofeedback, and hypnosis has fueled my passion for nurturing brain plasticity and our innate ability to heal ourselves. I believe in the profound connection between the mind and body, and I approach wellness through various avenues, including resetting the nervous system, training the brain, fostering emotional connections, building safety, resources, and skills, listening to the body, and engaging in creative expression.

Using a client-centered, mind-body approach, I create a safe space for individuals to explore their challenges and strengths. Together, we collaborate to set and achieve goals and envision hopeful futures. I integrate a range of evidence-based techniques empowering clients to choose the therapeutic style that resonates with them. My mission is to walk with clients as they uncover resilience and confidence, and to help them tap into their primal healing abilities.

Outside of work, I embrace my introverted side by hiking, surfing, and camping. I also nurture my creativity through drawing, singing, and immersing myself in fantasy fiction.

Services Annamarie offers

I use an integrative, mind-body approach, drawing from both non-verbal and talk modalities such as

Hypnotherapy EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) Mindfulness & Guided Imagery Somatic Techniques Solution-Focused Therapy

Areas of Focus

Anxiety, Stress & Depression Phobia & Fear Weight Management Smoking Cessation & Lifestyle Changes Mood Suicidality PTSD Trauma Confidence, Motivation & Self-compassion Chronic Pain Brain Fog Body Image

I work with teens ages 16 and up and adults, both online and in person from the Westshore Office and in Sooke.

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Christine is a Registered Acupuncturist in good standing with the College of Complementary Health Professionals of British Columbia (CCHPBC), formerly known as CTCMA, and she is also a Registered Holistic Nutritionist (R.H.N.).

Christine adopts a holistic approach to healthcare, recognizing the vital connection between the body, mind, and spirit. She is dedicated to helping her community tap into their body’s natural ability to heal.

Since becoming a registered acupuncturist, she has pursued additional training focused on treating physical pain through the myofascial lines of the body, enhancing pain relief and improving range of motion. Her practice includes local and distal needling techniques to address physical pain, sleep issues, women’s health, digestive problems, anxiety, and depression.

Christine’s own healing journey began with a personal examination of her lifestyle, stress, emotions, diet, and sleep, which deepened her understanding of her mental, emotional, and physical well-being. This experience inspired her to help others navigate their challenges.

After a successful career in visual effects in Vancouver, Christine returned to school to study Holistic Nutrition at the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition (CSNN) and Acupuncture at Oshio College in Victoria, BC. Additionally, she is a Level III Usui Reiki Master practitioner.

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Tanis is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with extensive experience supporting individuals and families through life’s complexities. With a compassionate and client-centred approach, she combines her 20-year background in youth and family support, nutritional consulting, Reiki, and human resources with her Master’s in Counselling Psychology to bring a holistic outlook to mental health. Tanis believes we all have a personal narrative that only we are the experts in. Dedicated to providing a caring, respect-focused therapeutic experience, Tanis is passionate about supporting clients navigating major life transitions such as divorce, grief, career changes, and identity discovery. With a warm and inclusive approach, Tanis creates a safe space for exploration and growth, collaboratively supporting clients on their journey toward healing and resilience. Sessions with Tanis are often a blend of tears and laughter, vulnerability and relatability, release and learning, all leading to profound personal insights and growth. Outside counselling, Tanis can be found spending time enjoying all BC offers with her big blended family and two very spoiled cats.

Therapeutic Approaches - Narrative Therapy - Sex Therapy - Internal Family Systems - EMDR Therapy - Gottman Couples Therapy Areas of Focus - Trauma - Life transitions - Grief and loss - Sexuality - Relationships - Blended families

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Charmaine is a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. She works with children, youth, and adults and is committed to providing high quality, ethically-sound care to all her clients. As a retired school counsellor, Charmaine has a strong understanding of the various opportunities and challenges young people and their caregivers encounter along their educational journey and how these might impact one’s sense of well-being. She uses a variety of tools and approaches while prioritizing each client’s needs, readiness, and comfort level. She also strives to cultivate a deep sense of self-compassion and optimism in each session. Woven throughout Charmaine’s practice is an appreciation for the role of attachment and early life experience in impacting how we are in the world, and the many opportunities for healing and growth that our inner resources can provide. Charmaine practices from an integrative, trauma-informed perspective and is trained in providing Play Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based interventions. She has a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology in addition to a Bachelor of Education and 20 years of experience as an educator. Charmaine invites anyone who might be curious about whether she would be a good fit for their needs to reach out to Sea to Tree and arrange a complimentary consult. Approaches Offered: Play Therapy (for children 6 yrs+) Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Mindfulness-Based Practices Person-Centered Therapy Interpersonal Neurobiology and Trauma-Informed Areas of Focus: Grief and Loss Anxiety Depression Stress and Burnout Life Transitions Military Family Support Parenting Challenges

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Grateful to be living in the beautiful homelands of the Sc’ianew People, I am of settler ancestry with roots in Ireland, England and Eastern Europe.  In 2020 I moved to this beautiful island from Northwestern Ontario, a choice I made to support my mom on her journey with Alzheimer’s.  I am a mother and grandmother, these roles teaching me most about myself and the person I want to be in the world. I am a Registered Social Worker (MSW), with extensive experience in counselling spanning over 20 years. My practice is deeply rooted in a wholistic way of healing that supports continued personal growth and empowerment. The approach I use brings together the mental, physical, emotional and spiritual aspects of self.   Throughout my work in community agencies and Indigenous communities, I have had the privilege to support people of all ages, coming from all walks of life and cultural backgrounds.  I have sat with people during the most difficult times of their lives and have witnessed the strength and resilience we each hold, should we be offered a safe and accepting space to do our healing. I believe that we all have the potential to draw upon our inner strengths and experiences and apply them to create a life that each of us deserves. I look forward to learning more about you and working together towards your vision of what you want your life to be. Services Brenda Offers: A wholistic integrated trauma-informed approach, informed by specialized training in:  Internal Family Systems (IFS)  Eye Movement Desentization and Reprocessing (EMDR)  Hypnotherapy  Expressive Arts Therapy  Somatic and Energy Healing  Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Areas of focus:  Vicarious trauma and compassion fatigue  Caregiver support  Loss and grief  Complex trauma  Depression  Life transitions  Workplace trauma  First responders  Complex trauma  Interpersonal mediation Services for adults 18 and over

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Since becoming a Registered Massage Therapist in 2001, Nina has been interested in how postural realignment can change the patterns of pain and tension throughout the body. At the heart of her practice, she utilizes these specific relationships to assist her clients to live more balanced and pain-free while relaxing, working, and being active.

Guided by her assessment, she uses Myofascial and Trigger Point methods, blended with relaxing Swedish techniques, to release restrictions and restore function.

This approach can benefit repetitive strains, headaches, neck, shoulder and knee discomfort as well as lower back pain and sciatica. She wants her clients to feel confident with their homecare and feel in control throughout their healing process, so providing education, to maintain relief, is an important element.

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Counselling with Alexi

Alexi (he/him) is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with over 10 years’ experience and supports folks navigating gender and sexuality, stress and burnout, relationship challenges, anxiety and depression, grief and loss, familial conflict, and life transitions. He is a parent, husband, and Queer man who works with folks to build a deep sense of relational safety, trust, and groundedness in the counselling space.

Do you have a desire to have deeper, more authentic relationships? Together, we can address what keeps us feeling disconnected from others like experiences of shame, guilt, or past relational traumas. I work with you to discover the tender, vulnerable parts of yourself and reignite your sense of zest, connection, and authenticity. People often find an increased sense of self-compassion and empowerment from our work together.

Life is ambiguous, messy, and ever-changing. I like to believe I hold space for this. I feel we often experience the most change and meaning when we feel safe and supported to explore, connect, and create new possibilities together. I am here to help you find some of the clarity and understanding that you are looking for. I work with youth (13+), individuals, couples, and families.

Services Alexi offers

Trauma-informed Feminist, anti-oppressive, & social justice lenses Queer-informed practice Strength-based & person-centered Narrative therapy Solution-focused Eco therapy Gottman Method for Couples Mindful Self-Compassion

Areas of Focus

Identity, sexuality, & gender exploration Anxiety, depression, & other mental health concerns Life transitions Men’s mental health Relationships & communication challenges Interpersonal & family conflict Cultural identity Social justice issues & navigating systemic barriers New parenthood & fatherhood Grief & loss Self-harm & suicidal ideation Stress management & burnout Substance use & harm reduction

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Eliane is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) providing individual, couple, group and family therapy for over 25 years. Eliane is also a Trauma Therapist, Family Therapist, Clinical Parent Coach and an Executive Coach. With over 17 year’s experience as a Child and Youth Mental Health clinician with the BC Public Service, Eliane has extensive training and experience in providing Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Trauma-Informed Care, and Mindfulness and Attachment Based Approaches.

Eliane believes that given a good theory or guide, even the most difficult human dilemmas can be resolved with humour and lightness of being. Her sessions can be described as lively, fun, engaging and helpful.

Working with all ages, Eliane provides individual, couple and family therapy, somatic body psychotherapy, and clinical parent coaching through a unique whole systems wisdom-based approach of learning, growth and change.

Eliane offers BCACC approved clinical supervision, training, and certified life or leadership coaching for individuals and organizations. While trained in many modalities, Eliane provides a unique combination of clinical supervision using key ideas from the disciplines of Systems Thinking & Leadership Coaching focusing on the development of the self of the therapist within systems. It is ideal for therapists who are looking to move beyond the role of expert in the room.

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Hello, my name is Rod. I am a mature student of psychotherapy currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Psychology and Counselling, and a member of the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors.

My passion is supporting teens and adults dealing with PTSD, grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, crisis, suicidal ideation, abuse of all kinds, the challenges of disabilities within families, and sports psychotherapy. Whether you are a young person facing uncertainty, an adult navigating personal struggles, or a family seeking support, I would be honored to walk alongside you on your healing journey.

In my work, I draw on a range of evidence-based modalities, including:

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Dynamic Narrative Exposure Therapy

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Gottman Method (Level 2)

NeuroOptimal Neurofeedback (Certified)

Critical Incident Group Debriefing

First Responder–Focused Training

This variety of approaches allows me to tailor therapy to each individual, whether that involves processing trauma, strengthening relationships, developing coping strategies, or building resilience.

As a Canadian Forces Veteran with 21 years of service, I have experienced a wide range of deployments, including Op Apollo in Afghanistan, Standing Naval Force Atlantic (NATO) in Europe, and several humanitarian missions in Canada and abroad. These experiences have given me firsthand insight into the mental health challenges faced by service members, first responders, and individuals navigating trauma.

I also have a strong background in sports psychology. Over the years, I have worked as a hockey scout with the Victoria Royals of the WHL, the Surrey Eagles of the BCHL, International Scouting Services, and the BC Hockey High Performance Program. These experiences have given me a deep understanding of the pressures of competitive sport, performance anxiety, and the mental resilience required to succeed in high-performance environments. I bring this knowledge into my counselling practice to help athletes strengthen both their game and their overall well-being.

Outside of my professional life, I have been married for over 30 years to my wonderful wife. Together, we have raised two adult children and now share our home in Sooke with our two cats, Lennie and Squiggy, and our Bernese Mountain Dog, Charlie.

With an empathetic and understanding approach, I am committed to helping you build resilience and discover a path toward healing, in life and in sport.

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Dulcie is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) providing counselling support to individuals contending with the negative impact of trauma and past impactful experiences.. She specializes in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), a brief model mental health therapy tool. ART works directly to reprogram the way in which distressing memories and images are stored in the brain so that they no longer trigger strong physical and emotional reactions. ART is proven effective in treating PTSD, phobias, grief, anxiety and depression. This process is very straightforward, using relaxing eye movements and assists individuals in moving rapidly toward resolution, growth and positive changes. Dulcie also offers Deep Brain Reorienting Therapy (DBR). DBR is a neuroscientifically guided therapeutic intervention that targets the brainstem-level neurophysiological sequence that transpired during a traumatic event and that repeats when triggered. PTSD trauma symptoms are effectively reduced.

Dulcie has a Masters in Counselling Psychology and is trained in ART and mindfulness-based therapies. She supports adult to embrace challenge, nurture growth and live a life of meaning.

She works with adults and couples.

Services Dulcie offers:

Accelerated Resolution Therapy Deep Brain Reorienting Therapy Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Gottman Method Couple Therapy

Areas of treatment focus include:

Trauma; PTSD Depression Anxiety Grief Relationship conflict

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Hello, my name is Alyson (she/her). I am an intern counsellor completing my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. My professional background is in social work, where I have had the privilege of supporting children, youth, families, couples, and older adults as they navigate challenges related to health, relationships, and overall well being.

As a counsellor, my priority is to create a safe, welcoming space where you feel comfortable showing up exactly as you are. I believe therapy works best as a collaborative process—together, we will explore your goals and find approaches that feel meaningful and supportive to you. I take a client-centred, strengths-based approach, honouring your unique experiences and resiliencies. I strongly believe that clients are the experts of their own lives, and I see my role as walking alongside you with openness, curiosity, and care.

Outside of counselling, I enjoy spending time with my dog, Honey. We love being outdoors, especially going for walks and visiting the beach.

I look forward to working with individuals of all ages and supporting you in your journey toward growth and wellbeing.

Services Alyson offers:

• EMDR Therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) • Gottman Couples Therapy Level 1 • Strength-Based Therapy • Mindfulness • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy • Solution-Focused Therapy • Narrative Therapy • Neurofeedback

Areas of Focus:

• Anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns • Health challenges/caregiver challenges • Chronic pain • Relationship challenges • Grief and loss • Life transitions • Stress and overwhelm • Self worth

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My name is Jorden (she/her), and I am an intern counsellor completing my master’s in counselling psychology through Yorkville University. I have spent the last several years working in both social services and as a first responder. My background consists mainly of working with those in crisis or emergency situations, and I value seeing and experiencing how we show up for one another in challenging times. I also appreciate the way we show up for each other may look different to different people, and it is my responsibility as a counsellor to ensure that you have a safe space in which I can support you and your needs. My approach to counselling is client-centred, as you are the expert in your own needs and abilities, and it is my role to assist you in expressing and embodying your authentic self. I believe that our mental well-being is a vital part of overall health, and it is my goal as a counsellor to support you in navigating your own wellness journey. Together, we will explore your narrative with a lens of curiosity, self-compassion, and resilience. In my personal time I enjoy sharing adventures with my partner and our dog, slow mornings in the garden with a good cup of coffee, and consuming an alarming amount of fantasy and romance novels. I work with individuals age 12+, including couples, siblings, families, and groups in whatever format feels best for you. Services Jorden offers: Jorden provides counselling services in-person or online, and integrates modalities from EMDR Therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) Gottman Couples Therapy Narrative Therapy Emotion Focused Therapy Trauma Informed Approach Strength-Based Therapy Somatic Approach Areas of Focus: Trauma First Responder mental health Anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns ADHD Relationship & Family Struggles Grief & Loss

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I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a master’s degree in Counselling through City University. In my practice, I am committed to meeting you exactly where you are on your personal journey. Recognizing that each individual’s experience is unique, I aim to create a safe and non-judgmental space where you feel comfortable showing up as you are. Together, we will define your goals and craft a path that aligns with your authentic self. We will explore what is already flourishing in your life and identify obstacles that hinder your progress. Through reflective exploration and practical guidance, we will address challenges, leverage strengths, and unveil opportunities for positive change. In other words, we may cry it out, laugh it up and take steps toward your goals. I recharge by spending time in nature with my spouse and our dogs, relaxing with a good book, or engaging in various creative pursuits. I work with adults and couples, and I would be honoured to support you on your journey.

Services Nico offers:

I practice from a person-centred, strength-based and trauma-informed perspective and use an integrative approach that aims to fit each client’s needs. In doing so, I draw from the following therapeutic modalities:  Solution Focused Therapy  Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)  Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)  Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)  Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)  Gottman Method for Couples Therapy

Areas of Focus  Anxiety and depression  Trauma and PTSD  ADHD  Relationship and family challenges  Substance use  Grief and loss  Life transitions

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Hi! My name is Briana (she/her), and I am a Master of Counselling student at City University in Canada. For the past 10 years, I have been a Registered Social Worker (RSW) with the B.C. Association of Social Workers, working at a non-profit where I offer programming and counselling to women and gender-diverse individuals who have experienced trauma, abuse, and/or gender-based violence. While at Sea to Tree, I look forward to working with people from various ages, backgrounds, and with diverse needs, experiences, and goals. I genuinely love counselling. It is an honor to be present with people while exploring personal and meaningful topics. You deserve a safe space to share, to be heard without judgment, and to be supported. I value your time and will work collaboratively with you, using evidence-based practices. As a practitioner, I am flexible, open to feedback, and willing to adjust as needed. Outside of this work, I enjoy spending time with my loved ones and in nature. I am incredibly grateful to have grown up on Vancouver Island. I adore the endless nature to explore here and cannot express enough how much awe and beauty in nature mean to me. Services Briana Offers I provide integrative therapy because of its flexible approach, which draws from various therapeutic techniques and theoretical frameworks to create a personalized treatment plan, aiming to address the unique needs of each person. Specialized Training in:  Strengths-Based Therapy  Person-Centered Therapy  Trauma-Informed Counselling  Somatic Experiencing (Levels 1, 2 & 3)  Walk-and-Talk Therapy  Internal Family Systems (IFS)-Informed Therapy  Anti-Oppressive Practice I also commonly use:  Narrative Therapy  Mindfulness  Solution-Focused Therapy  Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)  Response-Based Practice  Queer-Informed Practice  Multicultural-Informed Counselling Common Areas of Focus

 All forms of trauma  Depression and anxiety  Stress and overwhelm  Grief and loss  Life transitions  Gender-based violence  Workplace conflict  Compassion fatigue  Boundaries  Relationships  Parenting  Building personal community  Chronic pain  Health challenges  Navigating adult ADHD  Self-worth  Self-acceptance and compassion  Exploring direction for the future I am open to in-person and/or online sessions in Sooke, Westshore, and Shirley. Whether indoors or outdoors, I offer walk-and-talk or sit-and-talk sessions.

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I work with individuals of all ages, with a focus on individuals and couples who have a variety of life experiences, including trauma, loss, relationship and family struggles, marginalization, substance use, anxiety and other mental health concerns. Each individual coming to therapy is unique, attempts to do the best possible with the resources available, has wisdom, creativity and strength. Everyone has the right to self-determination. To me, counselling means providing a safe place for you to tell your story, in whatever way that looks for you.

Each individual coming to therapy is unique, attempts to do the best possible with the resources available, has wisdom, creativity and strength. Everyone has the right to self-determination. I think that doing counselling means providing a safe place for you to tell your story, in whatever way that looks for you.

I practice from a client-centered perspective using a combination of various forms of therapy: strength-based, response-based, solution-focused, eco-therapy, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, systemic, trauma-informed and feminist.

I have advanced training in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Level 3 Relationship therapy, sex therapy, Critical Response for individuals and groups / organizations for post-traumatic stress injury (PTSI) or occupational stress injury.

… we will work together to find solutions and approaches that feel right for you for what you would like to work on …

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I am a Master of Counselling Psychology student at Athabasca University completing my practicum with Sea to Tree. I bring over a decade of experience supporting individuals navigating a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, substance use, and the impacts of difficult life experiences. My approach is collaborative, strengths-focused, and grounded in the belief that every person carries innate wisdom and resilience.

I have completed specialized training in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, an approach that helps clients clarify what they want their lives to look like and identify the strengths and resources they already have to get there. I also draw on cognitive behavioural therapy, with a particular focuson CBT for addictions, as well as trauma-informed practices.

Whether you’re hoping to explore longstanding patterns, process life transitions, or simply feel a bit better after a single conversation, I aim to meet you where you’re at and tailor support to your unique needs. I believe in the power of knowledge and strive to make the counselling process as transparent as possible. I am passionate about sharing information, tools, and insights so that you feel equipped to understand and guide your own growth, both in and outside of sessions. It is important to me that people leave each encounter feeling heard, supported, and empowered with something concrete to help them continue moving forward.

My practice is shaped by my professional experience and my own lived experience, which inform my deep respect for the courage it takes to reach out for help. I feel fortunate to call Sooke home. In my spare time, I enjoy swimming in the Sooke River in the summer, bundling up for winter walks at Whiffen Spit (and greeting every dog I meet along the way), attending live music, and spending time with my partner and our cat.

Services Melissa Offers: • Individual counselling for adults and youth (16+) • Single-session, short-term, and longer-term therapy • Psychoeducation and skill-building • Supportive counselling for life transitions and stress

Areas of Focus • Anxiety and depression • Substance use and recovery • Self-esteem and self-compassion • Life transitions and adjustment

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Emily (she/her) is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with Sea To Tree Health & Wellness. Her counselling style is driven by curiosity, compassion, and respect. She believes that each person is the expert of their own story and aims to offer a safe space free from judgement where they can share their individual experiences. Life can be challenging to navigate at times, and Emily’s goal is to assist in discovering the strength and resilience that are already within. Her interest in first responder trauma stems from work experience as a BC Wildfire call taker, Fire Dispatcher, and Firefighter, which have all added to her appreciation for the importance of mental health maintenance and support.

In her free time, Emily can be found spending time with family and is outside as much as possible hiking, running, and climbing.

Services Emily offers: Emily provides counselling in-person or online. She practices from a person-centred perspective drawing from several theoretical approaches to best meet the unique needs of each client. Some of these include:

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocesses (EMDR) Solution Focused Therapy Mindfulness based approaches Narrative Therapy Trauma Informed approach Strength-based Response-based

Areas of focus: Trauma First Responder mental health Critical Incident Stress Transition phases Grief and loss Substance use and process addiction

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Janet is a mature registered MSW from UBC with over 30 years practice providing clinical counselling, corporate, medical, academic consulting services. She has have developed a therapeutic intuition and wisdom over many years while recognizing that supporting a client to access their own deepest knowing and inner wisdom is the most effective method.

Janet is extensively trained in Mindfulness and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Conflict Management, Expressive Arts, Family Systems Theory, Insight Personality and MBTI, Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (CISD).

Issues Janet most frequently works with are:

anxiety, depression, trauma and childhood abuse, COVID fatigue, relationship disconnection, divorce, parenting, grief and loss, workplace, family and interpersonal conflict, medical stress, intimacy, substance misuse, and life transitions.

She offers 50-minute sessions for both individuals and groups - elders, adults and family.

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Tyler Roach (he/him) is a grateful settler on the lands of the SENĆOŦEN speaking people. Tyler is a Registered Clinical Counsellor working at Sea to Tree. Tyler has spent the last eight years serving families in the community in the capacity of a nature playschool teacher, urban farmer, and teacher mentor with the Sooke Heartwood learning community working with children and youth ranging in age from 2 to 18 years old. Tyler’s deep connection to the soil, all living things and Soto Zen Buddhism deeply inspire his counselling practice. Tyler has also served his community working and volunteering with unhoused youth and adults, youth in corrections as well as working to support families on Income Assistance finding meaningful employment.

Tyler is a proud spouse and father of two children. In his spare time he loves going on hikes with his dog, enjoying the peace that comes from all the natural spaces of the pacific northwest and searching our local forests for unique plants and mushrooms. Tyler also spends his free time working in the garden tending to his plants, chickens, and honeybees and learning about the art of Bonsai.

As an RCC with Sea to Tree Tyler is honing his personal style on how he works with clients but believes strongly in meeting clients where they are at and creating a therapeutic space where we can work collaboratively to follow your lead on the journey towards healing by creating a plan that is unique to the needs of each person.

Tyler is excited to work with youth, teens, adults and seniors and is happy to find places on Forest trails, at parks or on playgrounds as well as meeting at either of our Sea to Tree Offices, online or at the Sea to Tree Yurt.

Services Tyler Offers:

Person-Centered Therapy,

Narrative Therapy

Nature Based Therapy,

Horticulture Therapy,

Zen Buddhist approaches to therapy.

Areas of Focus

Working with children

Anxiety, Depression, Stress

Life Transitions

Grief and Loss

Relationships and Family Support

Children and Youth with Neurodivergence

ADHD

Gender and Sexuality

Trauma

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Hello! I am a registered Social Worker currently completing my Master of Social Work at Wilfrid Laurier University. Along the way, I’ve deepened my practice through the University of Toronto’s Foundations in Mindfulness Meditation program, The Science of Happiness at the University of California, Berkeley, and a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training. These studies and trainings continue to shape the way I show up for the people I work with.

For more than 20 years, I’ve been privileged to serve in many areas of social services, including child welfare, domestic violence, youth and adult justice, community health, addictions, and anti-poverty work. These experiences have given me a deep respect for people’s resilience and the many different paths to healing.

In my practice, I draw on approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, mindfulness, trauma-informed care, Positive Psychology, harm reduction, Attachment Theory, and Solution-Focused Therapy. More importantly, I take a person-centred approach, meeting you where you are, and holding space for growth and change.

My focus is simple: to support you in finding and becoming the best version of yourself. As Maryam Hassan beautifully reminds us, “A healer does not heal you. A healer is someone who holds space for you while you awaken your inner healer, so that you may heal yourself.”

Together, we can explore evidence-based strategies from Positive Psychology and the Science of Happiness—practical tools and activities that nurture well-being, resilience, and hope. Whether you are moving through anxiety, depression, grief, relationship struggles, or loneliness, I will walk alongside you as you strengthen your wellness and move toward greater ease.

I believe that when we begin to notice and shift our thoughts, we open the door to changing the course of our lives. It may sound simple to say the cure for unhappiness is happiness, yet research shows that 40% of our happiness is actually within our control. That’s where our work together can begin.

Services Offered • Supporting the journey from languishing to flourishing • Emotional regulation • Mindfulness techniques, including Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction • Harm reduction and addiction support • EMDR (beginning October 2025)

Areas of Focus • Positive Psychology and the Science of Happiness • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy • Solution-Focused Brief Therapy • Strengths-based practice • Trauma-informed care

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Hello, my name is Julia (she/her), and I am a practicum student completing my Master of Counselling degree at City University in Canada. I come to this work with a background in Athletic and Exercise Therapy, a deep reverence for the wisdom of the body, and a long-standing passion for supporting others through meaningful transitions. As a mother of four, I understand the complexity, grief, and beauty that can accompany big shifts in identity. These personal experiences continue to shape my interest in working with women and mothers, as well as anyone navigating change, loss, or a desire to reconnect with themselves. My approach is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and authenticity. I value co-creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their experiences at their own pace and in their own way. My clinical approach is grounded in trauma-informed, feminist, and strengths-based principles. I strive to create a warm, safe, and collaborative space where clients feel seen, respected, and supported. Drawing from narrative therapy, somatic practices, and mindfulness-based approaches, I tailor each session to meet the unique needs and values of the individual. At the heart of my work is a desire to help clients come back into relationship with their bodies, their stories, and their sense of connection – with themselves, with others, and with the natural world. Outside of counselling, I enjoy spending time in nature, especially near the ocean or in the forest. I also enjoy creative, hands-on activities like woodworking and home projects. Time with my family and attending meditation or sound bath gatherings are important ways I stay balanced and connected. I’m honoured to be joining Sea to Tree and look forward to walking alongside clients of all ages and backgrounds on their path toward healing and reconnection.

Services Julia Offers

I provide integrative, trauma-informed counselling that draws on a range of therapeutic modalities to meet each client where they are. My work is grounded in the belief that healing is not one-size-fits-all, and I strive to honour each person’s unique identity, experiences, and inner wisdom.

· Feminist-informed Therapy

· Narrative therapy

· Somatic and body-based practices

· Mindfulness and self-compassion

· Eco-Therapy / Nature-based practices

· Trauma-informed practice

· Client-centered and strengths-based approaches

· Intuitive and cyclical models of healing

· Walk-and-talk therapy (where available)

· Maternal mental health support

· Neurodiversity-affirming practice

Areas of Focus

· Matrescence, motherhood, and identity transformation

· Grief and ambiguous loss

· Life transitions (e.g., postpartum, midlife, career change, divorce)

· Burnout and emotional overwhelm

· Body image and healing from internalized diet culture

· Self-worth and self-acceptance

· Neurodivergence (including late-identified ADHD/autism)

· Disconnection from self or intuition

· Menstrual cycle awareness and cyclical wellbeing

· Spiritual or existential inquiry

· Anxiety and perfectionism

· Reclaiming personal power and voice

· Building self-trust and embodied resilience

· Nature connection and grounding practices

Hello, my name is Julia (she/her), and I am a practicum student completing my Master of Counselli... Read More