Depression Therapists in Cowichan Valley, BC

Raquel Nicolau

Raquel Nicolau

Registered Therapeutic Counsellor

Virtual

Tyler Fong

Tyler Fong

Canadian Certified Counsellor

Virtual

I hope to help facilitate your next steps of understanding and growth; we will work to reduce negative symptoms, process difficult experiences, and move toward your goals. I offer short-term and longer-term counselling through a variety of evidence-based approaches. We will collaborate on the style that best suites you. I offer Individual and couples counselling for adults or youth aged 12+.

Debra (Debbie) Airth

Debra (Debbie) Airth

Registered Therapeutic Counsellor

Virtual

Come as you are. Let's begin from there. I support individuals and couples navigating grief, chronic illness, trauma, identity exploration, LGBTQ+ experiences, polyamory/ENM, and life transitions. My approach is warm, trauma-informed, and rooted in genuine human connection, helping you reconnect with your strengths and move forward with greater clarity and self-compassion.

Maureen Codispodi

Maureen Codispodi

Registered Clinical Counsellor & Certified Canadian Counsellor

Virtual

Maureen Codispodi (she/her) is a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Certified Canadian Counsellor with 25 years of experience in the field of mental health, education, and counselling.

Emma Laughlan

Emma Laughlan

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Virtual

I work with children (10+), teens, and adults who feel anxious, overwhelmed, or exhausted by the pressure to get everything “right.” You may be stuck in overthinking, people‑pleasing, panic symptoms, health anxiety, or relationship patterns that leave you doubting yourself. On the outside, you might appear high‑achieving and capable. Inside, you feel tense, self‑critical, or never quite enough.

Edna Mitander

Edna Mitander

Registered Therapeutic Counsellor RTC

Virtual

I am an Indigenous faith-based therapist. Do you find it difficult to understand the suffering and challenges you face in your life? Do you still experience past trauma and feel like you're going through life on autopilot? Do you need support with addictions, substance use, gambling, or sex addiction? Are you encountering issues at work and seeking guidance to help you navigate these stressors?

Ferdie Mateos

Ferdie Mateos

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, ADHD-CP, EMDR, BA

Virtual

Are you hoping to feel less "stuck," anxious, or sad? Is there a part of you hoping to reconnect with yourself and build confidence, build better boundaries, or understand how your childhood impacts your present? Do you want to learn coping strategies or skills for daily life or ADHD? Have you experienced a loss that you're looking to work through, or find stress is too present in your day?

Michelle Williams

Michelle Williams

Clinical Counsellor

Virtual

I specialize in relationship issues, anxiety, and trauma. Using a psychodynamic approach with somatic awareness, I help clients explore unconscious patterns and deepen self-understanding for lasting change. Book a free consultation:https://integrativechangetherapy.janeapp.com

Melanie Zimerman

Melanie Zimerman

Canadian Certified Counsellor

Virtual

I provide counselling to individuals aged 10 and above as well as I offer sessions in both English and Spanish. I have experience working with individuals who struggle with anxiety, trauma and PTSD, stress, low self-esteem, relationship issues, BPD, and more. I offer an integrative approach consisting of finding what is best suited for you and your needs. This includes Cognitive-Behaviour Therap…

Jane Chukwujekwu, MSW

Jane Chukwujekwu, MSW

Registered Clinical Social Worker

Virtual

"Maintaining a client-centred approach, I meet you where you're at, empowering you to navigate new ways of thinking that lead to a more positive life outlook and improved well-being. I am passionate about creating a safe space where you can reflect and re-evaluate, enabling you to make healthier life choices that will alleviate life stressors, leading to a more balanced and fulfilled life. My p...

Vijay S Mann

Vijay S Mann

Registered Clinical Counsellor

Virtual

Our journeys are not a straight line. Bends and breaks can challenge us, but therapy can help you navigate these journeys in a healthy way. You deserve to be healthy in all aspects of life. You deserve the best life has to offer so you can live to your fullest potential. No matter what your story or background is, holistic, culturally-appropriate, and growth-oriented counselling can help.

Karine Keokongchack

Karine Keokongchack

Registered Clinical Counsellor

Virtual

A compassionate, authentic counsellor who supports people to feel more grounded, confident, and connected to what matters most. Feel deeply heard, gain self-awareness and learn new skills to help you thrive in your relationships & endeavours. Sessions incoporate a variety of therapeutic modalities. Karine is respectful, supportive and allow space for growth.

Jason Ryant

Jason Ryant

Clinical Counsellor (MPCC-Provisional)

Virtual

I work with people and help to untangle what feels overwhelming and bring clarity and relief in all areas of life, including with anger, shame, relationships & disconnection, parenting, stress & anxiety, burnout, grief & loss, life transitions, social media & doom-scrolling, new diagnoses, and climate-related emotions.

Michael Peddle

Michael Peddle

Registered Psychotherapist (RP), Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC), Certified IFS Therapist

Virtual

Since 2011, I’ve supported clients through trauma and attachment wounds using IFS as my core approach. I integrate EMDR, SFBT, and evidence-based techniques to help people heal burdens, strengthen inner safety, and reconnect with their most grounded, empowered selves.

Vanessa Fingland

Vanessa Fingland

Master Practitioner In Clinical Counselling-Prov

Virtual

Counselling for Women. I know how tired you are of feeling overwhelmed, stressed and not being able to get your needs met. Imagine how life could be if you could control your emotions, ask for what you want, and not feel guilty! I help women who struggle with: relationships, setting boundaries, confidence, communicating their feelings, stress, burnout, anxiety, anger/resentment.

Chris Graham

Chris Graham

Professional Counsellor, MPCC-Provisional designation with the Canadian Professional Counsellors Association (CPCA).

Virtual

I work with pilots and men in high-pressure careers who are navigating anxiety, burnout, identity challenges, or major life transitions. Many of the people I support are looking for counselling that is practical, confidential, and respectful of their professional context. For pilots concerns about career impact, medical implications often create hesitation around seeking support.

Lindsay Renaud

Lindsay Renaud

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, ADHD-CP, BEd, HBA

Virtual

Does stress, relationship troubles, anxiety, ADHD, or trauma have you feeling stuck? Do you wish you “felt better?” or wish to feel more like yourself again? Do you want to better understand how your past effects your present? Are you wanting to reconnect in your relationship? Are you a parent with a child needing a hand? I'll support you in reaching therapy goals by helping create more...

Michelle Keough

Michelle Keough

Master of Clinical Social Work, Registered Social Worker

Virtual

Feeling disconnected from your partner has got you feeling discouraged and frustrated in your relationship. You're tired of having the same arguments continue to happen in your relationship with no understanding. Being stuck in conflict has lead to you feeling disconnected from your partner and is holding you back from creating a secure loving bond. You no longer need to feel alone in your rela...

Brittany Peddle

Brittany Peddle

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Virtual

I work with individuals who are looking to overcome their trauma by learning healthier coping skills and more helpful resources, and who want to do deeper processing work to resolve and release trauma in order to let go of the past and move forward in life. I offer both support and solutions, using a client-centered approach utilizing DBT, ACT, EMDR, Somatic Therapy and other modalities.

Sandra Daoust

Sandra Daoust

Registered Therapeutic Counsellor (RTC) and Master Practitioner in Clinical Counselling (MPCC-P)

Virtual

You're not broken, and you don’t need fixing. At your core, you're whole. But life, trauma, loss, stress, and relationships can make you feel fragmented/out of alignment. My work is about helping you remember who you are beneath the layers: sovereign and capable of living an authentic life. My approach is collaborative to your unique lived experience. Healing is not linear, but it is possible.

How do therapists in Cowichan Valley, BC compare?

Number of therapists listed

62

Average years in practice

7.6 Years

Currently accepting new clients

97 %

Therapists in Cowichan Valley, BC who prioritize treating:

100% Depression
94% Anxiety
53% Trauma and PTSD
48% Relationship Issues
34% ADHD
32% Self Esteem
27% Grief
23% Emotional Dysregulation

How therapists see their clients

100% Online Only

Top therapy approaches used in Cowichan Valley, BC:

39% Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
35% Trauma Focused
27% Person-Centered
27% Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
24% Internal Family Systems (IFS)
24% Attachment-based
23% Strength-Based
23% Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Frequently Asked Questions About Depression

What is depression and how is it different from sadness?

Depression is a clinical condition characterized by persistent low mood, loss of interest or pleasure, fatigue, changes in sleep or appetite, difficulty concentrating, and feelings of worthlessness or hopelessness lasting two weeks or more. Unlike ordinary sadness — a normal response to difficult events — depression is pervasive and significantly impairs work, relationships, and daily life. It is one of the leading causes of disability in Canada.

What types of depression can a therapist help with?

Therapists work with major depressive disorder, persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia), postpartum depression, seasonal affective disorder (SAD), premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), and depression related to grief, chronic illness, or trauma. They also support people experiencing subclinical depressive symptoms that have not yet met the threshold for a formal diagnosis.

Which therapy approaches are most effective for depression?

CBT is among the most extensively researched treatments for depression, highly effective at identifying and restructuring negative thought patterns. Behavioural activation, interpersonal therapy (IPT), psychodynamic therapy, and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) are also well-supported. MBCT is particularly recommended for preventing relapse in people with recurrent depression.

Does therapy work for severe depression?

Yes — therapy is effective across the full spectrum of depression severity, though for moderate to severe depression a combination of therapy and antidepressant medication often produces the strongest outcomes. Therapy addresses the psychological and behavioural patterns that maintain depression, while medication can lift mood enough to engage productively in treatment. Your therapist will refer you to a physician if medication appears warranted.

How long will I need therapy for depression?

Many people experience significant improvement within 16–20 sessions of CBT or interpersonal therapy. Depression can be recurrent, and some people benefit from longer-term therapy or periodic maintenance sessions to prevent relapse. Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) delivered over 8 weeks has strong evidence for reducing the risk of future depressive episodes.