Deanna Smith
Accepting new clientsRegistered Therapeutic Counsellor
The Story Within Counselling
About
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.
Biography
Working with me, you’ll have space to talk things through, understand what’s really going on, and make changes that leave you feeling calmer, more connected, and more confident in the next chapter of your story. Whether you come on your own or with a partner, you’ll get real tools, support that fits you, and the confidence to show up as the real you. I'll help you understand what’s underneath the anxiety, disconnection, or patterns that aren’t working. We’ll look at old beliefs and survival strategies, bring compassion to your story, and build new tools for boundaries, emotions, and communication. Real change, with support that fits you and tools you can actually use. All parts of you are welcome here – even the ones that feel messy, angry, confused, or stuck. We’ll work at your pace, with compassion and creativity, to help you come back to yourself and into real connection with others. I work with people 18 and up of all backgrounds, identities, and ways of loving or living. Let’s see if we’re a good fit to work on your next chapter. Visit my website to book a free consult or send me an email.
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In-Person
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Primary Location
3146 Robin Hood Drive
Nanaimo, BC V9T 1P1 -
Practicing Since
Practicing since 2023 (3+ years)
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Licenses
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Diploma: Transpersonal Therapeutic Counselling
Clearmind International
Graduated 2023
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Association of Cooperative Counselling Therapists of Canada
#3261
License Expiry Date: October 2026