Relationship Issues Therapists in Nanaimo, BC
Mandeep Lalli
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed or stuck? Maybe something feels wrong? I help people navigate anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and relationship struggles, with culturally sensitive care that honours your full background, including pressures others may miss. As a South Asian therapist who spent 15 years in the corporate world, I bring lived experience and real-world context to therapy.
Emma Laughlan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
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.
Kirin Dupuis-Friele
Registered Professional Counsellor - Provisional
Life brings us many challenges, some hard and some traumatic. In each of these is an opportunity to discover who we are beyond the challenge through growth and self discovery. In my practice I walk along side you and support you in processing and turning life's challenges into character growth and hope in a new direction.
Deanna Smith
Registered Therapeutic Counsellor
I help people who feel anxious, overwhelmed, or lost in their own life. Maybe you’re tired of holding it all together, reacting in ways you don’t like, or putting everyone else first and losing yourself in the process. I also support couples stuck in the same fight, feeling more like roommates, or scared to be honest.
Lindsay Renaud
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, ADHD-CP, BEd, HBA
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...
Elena Temelkova
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Life is beautiful, but it comes with pain. I believe our role here on earth is to become the highest version of ourselves and we all hold the means to do so. I always tell myself, "It's okay, this is your first time here. Take it slow. You are not supposed to be perfect, you are learning everything for the first time". Sometimes things happen that don't make any sense and we as humans can find ...
Harleen Gill
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
As a woman of colour raised by two immigrants, I have extensive lived experience with the struggles that often come along with these identities and circumstances. I strive to create a safe space using a culturally-informed lens in which you feel comfortable enough to put down some of the weight of life that you have been carrying alone. Book a free consultation now and start your healing journey.
Loretta Laurin
Registered Clinical Counsellor
I specialize in relationships, trauma, and personal growth. I am trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS), Relational Life Therapy (RLT) for couples, and Brain-Based Coaching with the Neuroleadership Institute. I offer individual and couples therapy in-person and online. As a relationship counsellor, I welcome and celebrate all relationships, including LGBTQIA2S+, polyamorous, and kink.
Tyler Fong
Canadian Certified Counsellor
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+.
Alexandra Kozikova
Registered Therapeutic Counsellor RTC
I am a client-centered, trauma-informed counsellor who uses evidence-based approaches such as CBT, alongside mindfulness and relaxation techniques. With a compassionate and practical style shaped by both my professional and life experience, I support clients in understanding challenges, building skills, and creating lasting, meaningful change.
Maya Awad
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), ADHD-SP, HBSc (she, her)
Accepting NEW clients - Are you feeling overwhelmed or like you’re carrying a lot on your own? Feel like you're doing everything you’re “supposed to do,” but something still doesn’t feel right? Have a desire to better understand your thoughts, emotions, or patterns, work on building confidence or self-esteem, or find support for your relationship?
Carlos (Charlie) Garcia
CCC, MHC, MSc, PhD Candidate in Clinical Sexology
I help adults and couples navigate anxiety, identity, sexuality, intimacy and sexual concerns, and relationship challenges. My approach is modern, direct, and integrative — no fluff. I work with individuals of all genders and orientations, with a specialization in LGBTQ+ and trans clients. Bilingual services available in English and Spanish. Virtual sessions across Florida (USA) & Canada.
Matthew Pitts
Registered Psychotherapist
I work with individuals and couples, focusing on areas like anxiety, relationship conflict, career stress, and recurring interpersonal patterns. My approach is collaborative, reflective, compassionate, and direct when helpful. Drawing from experience in family law, finance, marriage, and parenthood, I help clients navigate conflict, stress, and personal growth.
Alexia Wensing
Registered Psychotherapist, HBA, MACP, RP
Accepting NEW Clients – Do you find feeling stuck, anxious, or wishing you had more confidence or self-esteem? Are you interested in understanding yourself or your choices and want to dig into the roots of why you feel the way you do? Are you struggling to find your "why" or to find meaning in what you're doing? Are you an athlete feeling held back or blocked? Are you interested in looking at...
Nadine Cortez
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, ADHD-SP, EMDR, HBSc
I take a trauma- and culturally-informed approach that pulling Narrative, Attachment and Emotionally Focused, EMDR, Narrative, and IFS therapy, but I ensure flexibility in how this applies to your goals. I have interest in mood & stress, immigration, identity & self-esteem, trauma, ADHD, and relationships. Walk & Talk (outdoor) therapy available in Windsor.
Stacy Kirkbride
Registered Psychotherapist, Recreation Therapist
I offer compassionate support for those living with chronic illness, pain, and post-injury life challenges. I specialize in helping you navigate the emotional and mental hurdles these bring. My goal is to help you reclaim your sense of self, cope with grief and loss, and rebuild your life with resilience and purpose. You're not alone--I'm here to support you every step of the way.
Tina Pirvali
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Accepting new clients. I provide virtual therapy across Canada for adults and couples navigating trauma, relationship challenges, communication difficulties, infidelity, codependency, attachment patterns, and life transitions. Using a warm, trauma-informed approach, I help clients strengthen their relationships, reconnect with themselves, and create lasting, meaningful change.
Anna Gwozdz - Bespoke Clinical Counselling
Certified Psychotherapist & Clinical Counsellor (CCC | HonMACP | BAPsych)
At Bespoke Clinical Counselling, Anna will take the time and care to learn who you are and what you need. She will develop a treatment plan and therapeutic approach tailored to you to ensure that your precise concerns are heard and your goals are met. Let Anna help you develop communication, boundaries, emotional regulation, self-love, and so much more. Let her join you on your path.
Aaron Chin
Registered Clinical Counsellor
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.
Mackenzie Fournier
Registered Psychotherapist
Hi, I’m Mackenzie! I’m a Psychotherapist who loves keeping therapy real, down-to-earth, and practical. I help people untangle patterns around anxiety, food, and self-trust using tools grounded in science. In sessions, I bring my authentic self—you can expect a mix of support, guidance, and maybe a little humour when it feels right—so we can tackle challenges together without the extra pressure.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Relationship Issues
What kinds of relationship issues can therapy help with?
Therapy addresses a wide range of relationship concerns — not only romantic partnerships but also family relationships, friendships, and workplace dynamics. Common issues include communication breakdowns, conflict patterns, trust and jealousy, intimacy difficulties, attachment challenges, codependency, loneliness, setting boundaries, and recovering from betrayal or loss in a relationship. Both individuals and couples can benefit from relationship-focused therapy.
Can I work on relationship issues in individual therapy without my partner?
Yes — individual therapy is often very effective for relationship concerns. Working one-on-one with a therapist allows you to explore your own patterns, attachment style, communication habits, and emotional responses without the complexity of navigating the dynamic with your partner present. Many people find that individual therapy changes how they show up in relationships, which in turn shifts relationship dynamics even when only one person attends.
What is attachment theory and why does it matter for relationships?
Attachment theory describes the patterns of relating to others we develop in early childhood based on our caregiving experiences. These patterns — broadly categorized as secure, anxious, avoidant, or disorganized — shape how we connect, communicate, and respond to closeness or conflict as adults. Understanding your attachment style is often a foundation of relationship therapy, as it explains many recurring patterns that feel confusing or out of your control.
How long does relationship therapy typically take?
Timeline varies based on the nature and depth of the issues. Specific, recent concerns — such as navigating a difficult conversation or adjusting to a relationship change — may resolve within 6–12 sessions. Longer-standing patterns rooted in early experiences or repeated relationship cycles often benefit from longer-term work. Your therapist will set goals with you at the outset and review progress regularly.
What therapy approaches are used for relationship issues?
Attachment-based therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, and psychodynamic therapy are among the most commonly used approaches for relationship concerns. CBT-based communication skills training is also widely integrated. Many therapists draw on more than one approach, tailoring the work to whether the issue is primarily about communication, emotional regulation, past wounds, or changing ingrained relational patterns.