Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Nanaimo, BC

Bonnie Koehn

Registered Clinical Counsellor, Certified Canadian Counsellor

My practice is grounded in a holistic and non-pathologizing approach that is client-centered, trauma-informed, and strengths-based. I offer authentically compassionate and accepting therapy so you can feel free to be yourself. My clients attend virtual therapy from their preferred location- whether that’s the comfort of home, a walk in the park, or over lunch break at work.

Dr. Marlene Taube-Schiff - Forward Thinking Psychological Services

Registered Clinical Psychologist

At Forward Thinking Psychological Services (FTPS), we provide you with warmth, compassion and tools you need to move ahead in your life and achieve your goals. Our work is evidence-based, collaborative and values-based – ensuring that every individual is a participant in their treatment and is able to become their own therapist over time. We provide treatment to individuals, couples, and families.

Li Li

Registered Psychotherapist

Li offers relational psychoanalytic and trauma-informed somatic/EMDR/IFS/EFT therapy, to support individual, couples and families 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 express freely and rediscover their authentic self.

Hitomi Yokota (she/her)

Registered Psychotherapist (RP)

I specialize in relationship-based trauma and anxiety. My clients come to me for relationship challenges, Anxious or Avoidant attachment styles, people-pleasing, boundaries, and childhood trauma. I provide somatic therapies, EMDR, and Attachment-based therapy based on your needs.

Raquel Nicolau

Registered Therapeutic Counsellor

Jonathan Wieser

Registered Clinical Counsellor, Registered Couple and Family Therapist

Jonathan is the senior therapist at Sojourn with over 15 years' experience and has provided over 12,000 hours of therapy. He hold a Masters of Arts degree, is a Registered Clinical Counsellor, Approved Clinical Supervisor, and Registered Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in counselling and neurofeedback for individuals, couples and families. Jon works in collaboration with his clients...

Michael Peddle

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

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.

Katharine De Santos

Registered Psychotherapist

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.

Jessica Kurucz

Registered Social Worker

I provide support to adults and couples. I have experience working with individuals experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, gender issues, substance use, low self-esteem, stress-related issues, and chronic illness. I recognize that it takes a great deal of courage to make the decision to start counselling. I consider it a privilege to be invited into your life

Justine Little

Registered Social Worker

Do you feel like you're stuck in old patterns? Are you always zoning out or in crisis mode? Do you struggle to connect with your body and aren't quite sure what it means to feel your feelings? Would you prefer to work with a queer therapist with experience supporting 2SLGBTQ+ folks and who is committed to integrating social justice into therapeutic work?

Zarifa Andani

MPCC-P, RTC-C

This work isn’t about fixing your parts—it’s about helping you feel more like your whole self again. We can work together to slow down, get curious, and listen deeply. Our internal body wisdom is an integral source of information that speaks more significantly than words. Real change is possible when ALL of you feels safe enough to be seen and supported, just as you are.

Mohamad Shabib

Canadian Certified Counsellor

Mohamad Shabib is a trauma-informed counsellor specializing in PTSD, addiction, and complex trauma. He integrates CBT, EMDR, and evidence-based approaches with a culturally responsive lens shaped by refugee and public health experience. He supports vulnerable populations, including refugees and first responders, in healing, resilience, and recovery.

Amanda Sparks

Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy (CCPA), Canadain Certified Counselor (CCC), Registered Certified Counselor (RCC)

Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy (CCPA), Canadain Certified Counselor (CCC), Registered Certified Counselor (RCC)

Alexandra Goodall

MA, Registered Clinical Counsellor, Somatic Psychotherapist, EMDR

Somatic. Relational. Neurobiological. I am an integrative, somatically-oriented therapist. I support clients who find themselves facing change and growth, be that in relationships, contribution/vocation, trauma recovery, intergenerational legacy, sexuality or spirituality. More at www.alexandragoodalltherapy.com and www.redkitehealing.com

Darbey Carlson

Registered Psychotherapist, EMDR, MACP, MSc, ADHD-CCSP

Accepting NEW Clients - Do you feel “stuck” in your day-to-day life or unsure how to move forward in a way that makes you feel fulfilled? Are you interested in learning more about how your childhood impacts you as an adult? Does it feel like your past experiences are weighing on you, and your sense of self is foggy or unclear? Are you interested in exploring different perspectives or figuring o...

Sojourn Counselling and Neurofeedback

Registered Clinical Counsellor

We are a team of Registered Clinical Counsellors and mental health clinicians in Surrey, BC passionate about helping people heal, grow, and reach their potential. We provide therapy for anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, abuse, struggling relationships, family issues, adjustment challenges, attachment issues, mood disorders, self-esteem, addictions, grief and loss, marital issues, ADHD, and mor...

Brittany Peddle

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

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.

Kristina Founk

Registered Clinical Hypnotherapist, Counselling Therapist

Hi! I’m Kristina, and I specialize in guiding individuals through the challenges of anxiety, phobias, and panic attacks. I am an ARCH registered clinical hypnotherapist with specialized training in supporting individuals with PTSD/CPTSD. I would be honoured to help you achieve lasting relief through the transformative power of hypnotherapy. Together, we'll embark on a journey towards inner peac...