Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapists in Nanaimo, BC
Find the best psychologists, counsellors, psychotherapists and other mental health professionals in your city.
Chris Graham
Professional Counsellor, MPCC-Provisional designation with the Canadian Professional Counsellors Association (CPCA). at Centre of Gravity Counselling
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Nanaimo, BC(Virtual Only)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.
Li Li
Registered Psychotherapist at Leaf Light Therapy - 叶光心理 - 安省关系与复杂性创伤治疗
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Nanaimo, BC(Virtual Only)Li offers relational psychoanalytic and trauma-focused somatic/EMDR/IFS therapy, to support clients in communities such as immigrants, LGBTQ+, neurodivergent (ADHD), and professionals, whose experiences resonate with her own life journey the most. She holds a compassionate, culturally attuned space where clients can explore how early wounds, cultural expectations, and identity intersect.
Faren Zayda Sojourner
Certified Canadian Counsellor & Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) at Faren Zayda | Specialized Intervention & Support
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Nanaimo, BC(Virtual Only)Seeking help? Faren Zayda is a Christian therapist who offers specialized Christian support (including EMDR) for individuals ages 9+ and couples. Whether you're motivated or feeling stuck, surrounded by light or struggling in darkness, you’re not alone. Faren uses proven, no-nonsense techniques to help you gain perspective, challenge yourself, and walk in truth.
Katharine De Santos
Registered Psychotherapist at Healthy Minds Psychotherapy
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Nanaimo, BC(Virtual Only)Healthy Minds Psychotherapy was founded in 2018 with the mission of providing psychotherapeutic care to individuals from diverse backgrounds, fostering resilience in each person and our community as a whole.
Brooke Patterson
Registered Clinical Counsellor at Quoin Counselling
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Nanaimo, BC(Virtual Only)The strengths you’re seeking are within you. I’ll help you develop your self-esteem, mood regulation, and communication skills so you can thrive in your relationships and create the life you desire. I believe that good relationships, including the relationship you have with yourself, are an essential part of a meaningful life.
Therapy Collective
Registered Psychologist/Counselling Therapist/Certified Counsellor at Therapy Collective
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Nanaimo, BC(Virtual Only)We are a group practice with psychologists, CCC's, CT's, and a therapy dog who offer counselling and formal psycho-educational assessments. We cover a broad range of presenting concerns for children, youth, families, couples, and individuals. We offer a variety of approaches as well: EMDR, Cognitive-Hypnotherapy, Art Therapy, Play-Based Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Attachment-Based, Somatic.
Aaron Chin
Registered Clinical Counsellor
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Nanaimo, BC(Virtual Only)Hi, I’m Aaron, a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC# 21391) practicing online, and in person for clients in Surrey, BC. I strongly believe in the power of therapy to facilitate personal growth, healing, and empowerment. My approach is rooted in empathy, respect, and collaboration, providing a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their concerns.
Michael Peddle
Registered Psychotherapist (RP), Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC), Certified IFS Therapist at Pathways Therapy
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Nanaimo, BC(Virtual Only)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.
Karen Turnock
Therapist at Karen Turnock Counselling
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Nanaimo, BC(Virtual Only)I specialize in Women's Mental Health - working with women and their partners as they navigate life transitions from preconception, fertility challenges, reproductive loss and trauma, pregnancy, post-partum, adjustment to becoming parents, parenting struggles along with mid-life transitions through peri-menopause and post-menopause.
Carole Boivin M.Ed, RCC, CCC
Registered Clinical Counsellor & Certified EMDR Therapist at Carole Boivin M.Ed, RCC, CCC, Counselling and EMDR Therapy Clinic
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Nanaimo, BC(Virtual Only)Hi, as an experienced Registered Counsellor (24 years) and as a Certified EMDR Therapist, I am passionate about helping others find resolution, healing & happiness in their lives. Working in both English and French, I offer individual counselling & expertise in EMDR Therapy to provide support to overcome anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and self-esteem issues, & more. My approach has bee…
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EMDR therapy is changing how Canadians heal from trauma and emotional pain. It sounds complicated and new, yet more than 70 percent of people with PTSD see lasting improvement after EMDR sessions. Most surprising is how little talking is involved. The real power lies in guided eye movements, helping your brain reprocess memories without reliving every detail. Table of Contents * Understanding What Is EMDR Therapy * The Core Principles Of EMDR Therapy * How EMDR Works In Practice * How