Therapists in Victoria

Licensed therapists serving Victoria. Available online and in-person. Watch intro videos, compare approaches and credentials, and book a free 15-minute consultation directly.

Shelley Coates

Master Therapeutic Counsellor

Couples Therapy, Dating challenges, Effective communication, Relationships, Parts Work, Responsibility, Separation and divorce, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Couples, Relationship anxiety

Benjamin Weidman

Registered Clinical Counsellor

Men's issues, Burnout, ADHD, Anger, Anxiety, Attachment wounds, Boundaries and boundary setting, Stress, Spirituality, Sexuality, Reconnection to Lifeforce Energy & Vitality, Personal Growth, People pleasing, Existential questions, Financial Stress, Highly Sensitive Person, Life transitions, Imposter syndrome, Meaning and purpose, Mindfulness, Money Trauma, Masculinity, Parts Work, Power, Trauma

Joshua Abercrombie

Registered Clinical Counsellor

ADHD, Anger, Christian counselling, Addiction, Anger Management, Attention and Impulsivity, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Behavioural Issues, Boundaries and boundary setting, Career guidance, Career Stress, Confidence, Workplace stress, Trauma, Transitioning into Adulthood, Stress, Self-Regulation, Self-esteem, School challenges, Relationships, Navigating challenging relationships, Motivation, Masculinity, Family Conflict, Anxiety, Life transitions, Depression, Parenting, Divorce, Men's issues, Faith, Nature-Based Spirituality, Meaning and purpose, Neurodiversity, Emotional regulation, Physical Disability, Coping Skills, Burnout, Effective communication, Conflict resolution, Attachment

Tania Hernandez

Registered Psychotherapist

Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Relationship to self and others, Life transitions, Attachment, Burnout, Coping Skills, Dating challenges, Depression, Effective communication, Interpersonal dynamics, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Managing ADHD symptoms, Mind-body connection, Mindfulness and stress reduction, Navigating challenging relationships, Negative thinking and ruminating, Nervous system regulation, Relationship anxiety, Self-Criticism, Trauma processing, Women's Health, Work-Life Balance, Somatic Therapy, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Supervising qualifying therapists

Mira Berlin

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Anxiety, Befriending the Nervous System, Couples Therapy, Anger, Attachment, Betrayal Trauma, Boundaries and boundary setting, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Creativity, Deep connections, Emotional Numbness, Emotional regulation, Familial and social relationships, Family issues, Fears and phobia, Group Therapy, Identity and Self-Exploration

Maureen Elworthy

Registered Clinical Counsellor

Grief and Loss, Trauma, OCD, ADHD, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Boundaries and boundary setting, Burnout, Childhood trauma, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Existential questions, Grief Processing, Highly Sensitive Person, Identity and Self-Exploration, Intergenerational trauma, LGBTQ2IA+, Life transitions, Meaning and purpose, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Mindfulness Practices, Nervous system regulation, Neurodiversity, Pet Loss, PTSD, Somatic Therapy, Traumatic Bereveavement

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Alex Palahniuk

Counselling Therapist

Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Relationships, Burnout, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Addiction, Anger, Anxiety, Behavioural Issues, Bullying, Couples Therapy, Building Self-Care Routines, Decision making, Deep connections, Depression, Dreams, Family Conflict, Family issues, Low mood, PTSD, Stress, Weight Management, Trauma, Trauma processing, Sexuality, Self-Criticism, Self-Development, Self-esteem

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Nicolai Carp

Registered Clinical Counsellor

Men's issues, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Anger Management, ADHD, Assertiveness, Body Dysmorphia, Childhood trauma, Coping Skills, Motivation, Relationships, Social anxiety, Workplace stress, Intergenerational trauma, Low mood, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Masculinity, Mental performance, Mind-body connection, People pleasing, Personal Growth, Relationship to self and others, Relationship anxiety, Responsibility, Wellness Counselling, Weight Management

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Arooj Rehman

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Childhood trauma, Depression, Attachment, Attachment trauma, Attachment wounds, Behavioural Issues, Break-up recovery, Burnout, Coping Skills, Decision making, Familial and social relationships, Family issues, Goal Setting, Life transitions, Mental Decolonization, Negative thinking and ruminating, People pleasing, Relationship to self and others, Relationships, Self-Criticism, Stress, Trauma processing, Work-Life Balance, Vulnerability, Understanding & Regulating Emotions

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Graeme Ash

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Pain management, Anger, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues

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Mendy Bisk

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Self-esteem, People pleasing, Attachment, Attachment wounds, Boundaries and boundary setting, Couples Therapy, Couples, Imposter syndrome, Identity and Self-Exploration, LGBTQ2IA+, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Relationship anxiety, Shadow Work, Vulnerability

Joy MacKey

Registered Psychotherapist

ADHD, Empowerment, Mindfulness, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Befriending the Nervous System, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Self-Care Routines, Burnout, Dating challenges, Ecopsychotherapy, Insomnia, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Mind-body connection, Mindfulness and stress reduction, Mindfulness Practices, Overwhelm, Parenting, Parental divorce, Personal Growth, Relationship anxiety, Relationships, Sleeping difficulties, Wellness Counselling, Work-Life Balance, Workplace stress, Therapy for Teachers, Trauma, High Performance Athletes

Vanessa Marie Miller

Registered Clinical Counsellor

Weight Management, Women's Health, Spirituality, Chronic Dieting, Family Conflict, Eating disorders, Negative body image

Natalie Mitchell

Canadian Certified Counsellor

ADHD, Couples Therapy, Relationship to self and others, Children/Teens, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment trauma, Attention and Impulsivity, Betrayal Trauma, Boundaries and boundary setting, Career Stress, Couples, Familial and social relationships, Family Conflict, Intimacy concerns, Life transitions, Managing ADHD symptoms, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Nervous system regulation, Parental divorce, Parenting, Personal Growth, Relationship anxiety, Relationships, Self-esteem, Workplace stress, Work-Life Balance

Julie Sadhu

Registered Psychotherapist

Children/Teens, Family issues, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, ADHD, Anger Management, Assertiveness, Attachment trauma, Attention and Impulsivity, Bipolar Disorder, Burnout, Childhood trauma, Confidence, Conflict resolution, Cultural Challenges, Depression, Eating disorders, Social anxiety, Relationship anxiety, PTSD, Parenting, Negative thinking and ruminating, Mindfulness, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Imposter syndrome, Grief and Loss, Family Conflict, Emotional regulation

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Licensed therapists based and insured in British Columbia. All Therapists on PST timezone unless otherwise noted.

Sadaf Naji

Master Practitioner in Clinical Counselling

Nervous system regulation, Infertility, Anxiety, ADHD, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Attachment trauma, Cultural Challenges, Early childhood, Pregnancy, Separation and divorce, Trauma processing, Psychedelic therapy, Neurodiversity, Trauma

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Sabrina Ingram

Registered Professional Counsellor - Provisional

Women's Health, People pleasing, Trauma, Aging, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Assertiveness, Boundaries and boundary setting, Childhood trauma, Depression coping skills, Effective communication, Empowerment, Identity and Self-Exploration, Transitioning into Adulthood, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Intergenerational trauma, Life transitions

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Sarah Lewis

Registered Clinical Counsellor

Caregivers, Grief and Loss, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment, Burnout, Caregiver burnout, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Grief Processing, Life transitions, Mindfulness, Parkinson's disease, Wellness Counselling

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Canadian Certified Counsellor

Addiction, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Couples Therapy, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Attention and Impulsivity, Borderline Personality Disorder, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Childhood trauma, Burnout, Familial and social relationships, Empowerment, Depression, BIPOC

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Shelley Coates

Master Therapeutic Counsellor

Couples Therapy, Dating challenges, Effective communication, Relationships, Parts Work, Responsibility, Separation and divorce, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Couples, Relationship anxiety

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Tanya Deutsch

Registered Clinical Counsellor

Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Trauma, Stress, Social anxiety, Career guidance, ADHD, Burnout, Caregivers, Chronic Illness, Depression, Anxiety, Familial and social relationships, Highly Sensitive Person, Grief and Loss, Shadow Work, Confidence, Self-esteem, Self-Development, Attachment wounds, Family issues, Imposter syndrome, Interpersonal dynamics, Life transitions, People pleasing, Perfectionism

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Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Anger Management, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Behaviour, Building Self-Care Routines, Christian counselling, Decision making, Connecting with your Inherent Power, Empowerment, Depression coping skills, Goal Setting, Life transitions, Managing ADHD symptoms, Emotional regulation, Panic attacks, Mindfulness, Men's issues, Meaning and purpose, Overwhelm, Identity and Self-Exploration

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Sonia Stewart

Registered Clinical Counsellor

Anxiety, People pleasing, Navigating challenging relationships, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Women's Health, Suicidal ideation, Stress, ADHD, Attachment trauma, BIPOC, Dating challenges, Depression, Family Conflict, Mind-body connection, Nervous system regulation, Perfectionism, Relationship anxiety, Trauma, Work-Life Balance, Men's issues, Burnout

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Registered Professional Counsellor - Candidate

Couples Therapy, Emotional regulation, Attachment, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment trauma, Attachment wounds, Break-up recovery, Childhood trauma, Life transitions, Meaning and purpose, Mind-body connection, Navigating challenging relationships, Nervous system regulation, Relationship anxiety, Perfectionism, Relationships, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Stress, Self-Regulation, Overwhelm, Couples, Identity and Self-Exploration

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Dylan Fry

Registered Professional Counsellor - Provisional

Chronic Illness, Relationships, Anxiety, Attachment, Attachment wounds, Attachment trauma, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Break-up recovery, Building Meaningful Connections, Childhood trauma, Depression, Grief and Loss, Mind-body connection, Personal Growth, Pain management, Trauma, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Workplace stress, Mindfulness and stress reduction

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Joshua Abercrombie

Registered Clinical Counsellor

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Rob Matula

Registered Clinical Counsellor

Workplace stress, Career guidance, Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, BIPOC, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Career Performance, Burnout

Registered Social Worker

Relationships, Men's issues, Anger Management, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Workplace stress, Assertiveness, Attachment, Career guidance, Christian counselling, College or University Coaching, Dating challenges, BIPOC, Cultural Challenges, Decision making, Conflict resolution, Couples, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Self-Development, School challenges, Imposter syndrome

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Mira Berlin

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

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David Binger

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

ADHD, Addiction, Adoption, Anxiety, Attachment trauma, Building Meaningful Connections, Career guidance, Depression, Early childhood, Familial and social relationships, Family Conflict, Giftedness Issues, Imposter syndrome, Men's issues, Perfectionism, Performance anxiety, Problematic video gaming, PTSD, Relationships, Self Destructive Behaviour, Social anxiety, Trauma

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Nicole Lobo

Registered Psychotherapist

Parenting, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Burnout, Attachment, Assertiveness, Borderline Personality Disorder, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Self-Care Routines, Break-up recovery, Confidence, Couples Therapy, Dating challenges, Emotional regulation, Familial and social relationships, Family issues, Family Conflict, Women's Health, Workplace stress, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Supervising qualifying therapists, Stress, Social anxiety, Self-Development, Relationships, Pregnancy, Postnatal Care

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Tania Hernandez

Registered Psychotherapist

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Registered Psychotherapist

Men's issues, Identity and Self-Exploration, Meaning and purpose, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, BIPOC, Caregiver burnout, Thought Restructuring, Workplace stress, Addiction, Sports Performance, Empowerment, Responsibility, Anger Management, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Attachment, Trauma, Depression, Cultural Challenges, Decision making, Goal Setting, Effective communication, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Navigating challenging relationships, Masculinity, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Grief and Loss

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Arooj Rehman

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

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Stephanie Neshcov

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Anxiety, Stress, Life transitions, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Self-Care Routines, Dating challenges, Depression, School challenges, Relationships, Workplace stress

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Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Self-esteem, Relationships, Anxiety, Attachment, Attachment trauma, Attachment wounds, Attunement, Building Self-Care Routines, Burnout, Confidence, Dating challenges, Cultural Challenges, Family issues, General Mental Health, Life transitions, Negative body image, Negative thinking and ruminating, Navigating challenging relationships, People pleasing, Relationship anxiety, Relationship to self and others, Self-Regulation

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Registered Psychotherapist

Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Addiction, ADHD, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Anger Management, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Borderline Personality Disorder, Boundaries and boundary setting, Burnout, Childhood trauma, Conflict resolution, Effective communication, Emotional regulation, Familial and social relationships, Imposter syndrome, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Men's issues, Negative body image, Panic attacks, PTSD, School challenges, Sexuality, Workplace stress, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Body Dysmorphia, Children/Teens, Grief and Loss

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Registered Psychotherapist

Life transitions, Interpersonal dynamics, Self-Development, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Depression, Depression coping skills, Familial and social relationships, General Mental Health, Low mood, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Nature-Based Spirituality, Negative thinking and ruminating, Personal Growth, Relationships, Self-Criticism, Self-esteem, Stress, Ecopsychotherapy, Climate Anxiety, Coping Skills

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ADHD, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Somatic Therapy, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Caregiver burnout, Fertility, PTSD, Nervous system regulation, Highly Sensitive Person, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Trauma processing, Self-esteem, Prenatal care, People pleasing, Pregnancy, Assertiveness, Insomnia, Perfectionism, Empowerment, Emotional regulation, Goal Setting, General Mental Health, Maternal mental health, Career Stress, Imposter syndrome

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Finding a therapist in Victoria

First Session brings together therapists based in Victoria, across British Columbia, and in other provinces who are licensed to work with BC clients virtually, giving you more options than you'd typically find through a local search alone. Therapists serving Victoria support clients with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, ADHD, burnout, grief, life transitions, couples therapy, and more, and use approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), EMDR, psychodynamic therapy, somatic therapy, and trauma-informed care. Every therapist on First Session has a short introduction video and detailed profile, so you can get a sense of fit before committing to ongoing sessions. When you find someone who feels like the right match, you can book a free 15-minute consultation directly through their profile.

What to know about therapy in Victoria

In-person and online availability

Victoria residents can choose between in-person and online therapy on First Session, though there are more online options. Neither format is inherently better. Research shows that online therapy is just as effective as in-person therapy for many common concerns. The best choice depends on your preferences, schedule, comfort level, and whether you'd like to meet face-to-face or from the convenience of home.

Credentials in British Columbia

Therapists in BC typically hold one of a few designations: Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), regulated by the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC); Registered Social Worker (RSW), regulated by the BC College of Social Workers; or Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC), regulated nationally by the CCPA.

Cost and insurance

Therapy sessions in Victoria typically cost between $100 and $250 CAD per session, depending on the therapist's designation and experience. Many extended health benefit plans cover sessions with RCCs and RSWs. Coverage varies by plan and insurer, so it's worth confirming these details before booking. You can also review each therapist's accepted insurance coverage directly on their First Session profile or ask about it during your initial consultation.

Lived experience

While lived experience is not required for effective therapy, some clients find it helpful to work with someone who has a personal understanding of the contexts they’re navigating. This might include shared identity or background related to race, culture, gender, sexuality, immigration experience, neurodivergence, or other aspects of identity. On First Session, many therapists choose to share aspects of their lived experience in their intro videos and profile prompts, so you can get a sense of who they are beyond their credentials. You can also filter therapists by specific identities and lived experiences if that is important to you in your search.

How to choose the right therapist in Victoria

Finding the right fit matters. Research consistently shows that the therapeutic relationship—how comfortable, understood, and supported you feel with your therapist—is one of the strongest predictors of positive therapy outcomes.

Look for experience that matches your needs. Review a therapist's areas of specialization, the concerns they work with, the populations they serve, and any relevant personal or professional experience.
Pay attention to their communication style. Some therapists are direct and practical, while others take a gentler, more reflective approach. Neither is inherently better, but one may resonate more with you.
Consider their therapeutic approach. Some therapists use structured, skills-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) or Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). Others take a more open-ended, relational, or somatic approach. Again, neither is superior, but one may align better with you.
Check the practical details. Look at availability, session format, location, language, fees, and whether your insurance covers the therapist's designation. First Session makes these details easy to review on each therapist's profile.
Book a free consultation. Every First Session therapist offers a free consultation, giving you a chance to see what working together might feel like before committing. Consider asking, "How do you typically work in the first few sessions?" "Have you worked with people in a situation like mine?" "What does progress usually look like?"

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are there therapists available in person in Victoria?

Yes. First Session offers both in-person and online therapy in Victoria. If you prefer meeting face-to-face, you can filter for therapists with in-person availability. If you're open to virtual care, you'll have access to an even larger pool of therapists licensed to work with BC clients, giving you more flexibility when it comes to scheduling, specialties, and finding the right fit.

Can I see a therapist online if I live in Victoria?

Yes. Victoria residents can book online sessions with therapists located in Victoria, elsewhere in BC, and, in some cases, other provinces, provided they're licensed to practise with clients in BC. Online therapy is a convenient option that has been shown to be just as effective as in-person therapy for many common concerns.

What kinds of concerns do Victoria therapists on First Session treat?

Victoria therapists on First Session support clients with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma and PTSD, burnout, stress, relationship and couples issues, grief and loss, parenting challenges, family conflict, self-esteem, anger management, chronic illness, addiction, life transitions, and more. You can also filter therapists by therapeutic approach, the populations they work with, and lived experience, making it easier to find someone who fits your needs.

How much does therapy cost in Victoria?

Therapy in Victoria typically costs between $100 and $250 CAD per session. Fees vary depending on the therapist's designation, years of experience, and specialization. Each therapist's First Session profile clearly lists their session rates, so you'll know the cost before booking.

How do I know if my insurance covers therapy in Victoria?

Many extended health plans cover therapy, but requirements vary by insurer and plan. Before booking, check which credentials your plan reimburses (such as Registered Clinical Counsellor, Registered Social Worker, or Canadian Certified Counsellor), as well as any annual maximums or referral requirements. Each First Session profile includes the therapist's designation under Insurance Coverage to make this easier.

Can I find a therapist who understands my identity or background?

Yes. Some therapists have personal or professional experience working with particular communities and identities, including LGBTQIA+ clients, racialized communities, immigrants, neurodivergent people, and people from particular cultural or religious backgrounds. If shared lived experience is important to you, look for therapists who mention relevant identities or experiences in their profiles and introduction videos.

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