Click on my North Nanaimo/Parksville/Duncan locations on the first booking page for more availability.

I aim to create a non-judgmental space where the relationship between client and counsellor is built on trust and mutual respect. I see therapy as a journey—one that requires patience, empathy, and a deep respect for your unique story. My approach is person-centered, meaning I believe you are the expert on your own life. You’re in the driver’s seat, and I’m here to support and collaborate with you to find a path forward that truly fits who you are and what you need.

Growing up with a counsellor for a parent had a big impact on me—it taught me the importance of finding and using my voice. I’ve seen how easy it is for people to feel like they’ve lost that sense of influence in their own lives. Through counselling, I hope to help you reconnect with your voice and feel more empowered to take back control over your story.

I offer individual counselling and couples counselling.  I have flexible options for scheduling.

 Education and Training:

Graduate Certificate: Addictions and Mental Health Master of Counselling

Areas of Focus:

Anxiety Stress Depression Addiction Adoption Abandonment Self-Esteem Trauma Relationships and Couples Counselling Individual Counselling Grief and Loss Communication Disability Spiritual Support

Therapeutic Modalities:

Solution-Focused Therapy Emotion-Focused Therapy Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Eye Movement Integration (EMI) ICBC Counselling

I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor, CCC, with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association, and you should be able to submit receipts to most benefit plans. I can work with clients in British Columbia and the unregulated provinces. If your benefits plan covers Canadian Certified Counsellors then these appointments should be covered.  If your plan allows it, I can direct bill to some insurance plans, see them here.  

Age ranges served: 12+ Session Types: Individual adult and couples counselling. In-person or virtual. Fees: $150-165 per session Registration: CCPA, CCC 11243555

Email: dave.dyck@islandclinicalcounselling.ca Phone: 778-762-3750 

Location:  Dave provides counselling in our Duncan location on Mondays and Fridays.  Dave is in North Nanaimo on Tuesdays. Dave is in our Parksville location on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

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Welcome to my bio, I am glad you are here!

I have worked in career development services for over a decade, and am a certified career development practitioner (Dalhousie University). I started my career journey in community mental health and substance use disorders over two decades ago. I have worked with individuals managing disabilities, survivors of intimate partner violence, members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community, newcomers to Canada, people navigating mental health and/or substance use challenges, and various combinations of all of these cultural and identity dimensions. I have had the privilege of working with Indigenous families and individuals, and understand how systemic barriers impacts client’s lived experience.

When working with neurodiverse clients, I draw from my own lived experience (late diagnosed ADHD). In sessions I work collaboratively; I am open to suggestions, inquiries and feedback. I also work wholistically, drawing from talk-therapy, body-work techniques, and tools to improve flexibility in thinking and/or thought rumination.  

I am committed to decolonizing the therapeutic space and continue to engage in Indigenous-led cultural competency training as part of this lifelong process. My integrative work with clients is informed by several therapeutic models, including Narrative Therapy (NT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT). I also draw wisdom from Attachment-Informed Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), especially in my work with couples. These last two models, along with Structural Family Therapy, shape my work with couples and families because they focus on strengthening family bonds, and building safe connection with others.

 One of the quotes that most inspires my work is:

“When you stay on purpose and refuse to be discouraged by fear, you align with the infinite self, in which all possibilities exist.” – Wayne Dyer

 Areas of Focus (for all ages & stages):

Career assessment & goal-oriented planning (finding your path) Employment support: job development, acquisition & retention (forging success) Conflict resolution in workplace or personal settings (navigating interpersonal struggles) Strengthening self-worth & personal identity (living with purpose on purpose) Communication skill-building (improving personal and professional relationships) Navigating grief, trauma, addiction, self-sabotage (building emotional & cognitive flexibility) Couples therapy (connection, repair, or peaceful separation) Play Therapy (externalizing children’s internal issues through art, figures, games, sand tray) Family therapy (improving relationship dynamics through building communication skills and opportunities for connection) Navigating Significant Mental Health Diagnosis (Bipolar Depression, Major Depressive Disorder, Schizoaffective Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Hoarding, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Personality Disorders) Type One Diabetes

Group therapy including:

Late-Diagnosed ADHD in Women & (re)Building Authentic Connection Navigating Greif & Loss (ages, life stages & loved ones) Cultivating Self-Compassion (silencing the inner critic) Embracing Diverse-ability (self-exploration, transferrable skills, reclaiming identity) DBT Parenting Support (navigating the agency & identity struggle with teens)

Education:

Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (Athabasca University) Bachelor of Arts (Literature, Simon Fraser University) Associate of Arts (Biology/Sociology, Capilano University) Certified Career Development Practitioner (Dalhousie University)

Additional Training:

Peer Support Training (2025) Ongoing Indigenous Cultural Safety & Competency Training (2011-present) Financial Literacy Facilitation Training (2011) ASIST Applied Suicide Training (2024)

Age Ranges Served: Children, Youth, Adults, Older Adults Session Types: Individual, Couples, Families, Groups — Available In-Person & Online

Email: jessica.reid@islandclinicalcounselling.ca Phone/Text: 250-228-6071 (for most immediate response) Messages only: 778-762-3750 ext. 144 Pronouns: she/her

Professional Affiliations: Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association – CCC (Candidate) BC Association of Clinical Counsellors – RCC (Candidate) BC Career Development Association – CCDP (Candidate)

Fees: Sliding Scale (Not currently covered by extended benefits so lower cost sessions are available upon request.)

Location: I will be working out of our Parksville office Mondays and Saturdays.  I work in Port Alberni Thursday to Saturday.

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Sometimes life can present situations and experiences that can leave us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, and alone. Although reaching out for support can feel vulnerable, it can also be an opportunity to explore new possibilities.

I am a Senior Clinician at Island Clinical Counselling in Parksville. My passion for counselling has always aligned with my personal and professional values of compassion, non-judgment, mutuality and respect. I enjoy meeting people where they are on their journey, focusing on their strengths, and supporting them in the direction they wish to go. The power of human resiliency and the capacity of all people to heal are the foundations from which I work.

If you are at a place on your journey where you are struggling and are curious about what counselling could offer, I would be honoured to support you. I am here to hold space for you in a safe, trusting, trauma-informed, and non-judgmental environment, to meet you where you wish to begin, listen to your story, and walk along side you on your path, so to speak.

I am so grateful to have the opportunity to join with people to help them access their capacity, focus on their strengths, move through obstacles, and live a meaningful life that reflects their personal values.

Education and Training:

I hold a Bachelor and Masters degree in Social Work. I am a Registered Social Worker with the BC College of Social Workers I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors. Therapeutic Modalities:

I have over 25 years clinical experience working in various positions with persons of all ages from many different walks of life. I have additional training and experience in a variety of modalities including:

Dialectical Behavior Therapy Cognitive Behavior Therapy Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Narrative Therapy Solution Focused Brief Therapy Mindfulness and Mindful Self-Compassion Journal Therapy/ Therapeutic Writing Somatic Experiencing/ Body Centered Therapy Pet Grief and Loss Stages of Change Areas of Focus:

Stress management and situational stress Anxiety and depression Emotional regulation Eating/body image/food related issues Relationship issues Grief and loss, including pet loss Life transitions Trauma including somatic approaches Caregiver burnout Infertility Many insurance plans cover Registered Clinical Counsellors and Masters level Registered Social Workers

Ages ranges served: Individuals 16+ Session Types: Individual adults. In person or online.

Email: brandi.nielsen@islandclinicalcounselling.ca Phone: 778-762-3750 ext. 138 Text: (250) 410-0946 Pronouns: She/Her Fees: $150.00 per session Registration: BCACC RCC 20408 BC College of Social Workers 08438

Location: Brandi works in our Parksville office on Tuesday to Thursday. Evenings: 6PM to 8PM can be requested, but not booked online.

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Welcome! My name is Shannon and I help individuals and families navigate life’s challenges with compassionate, evidence-based approaches.

As a Registered Clinical Counsellor, my practice integrates cognitive, behavioural, and experiential strategies through a self-compassion lens. I am currently pursuing advanced certification in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) through the University of Pennsylvania’s Center for the Treatment and Study of Anxiety, which allows me to provide support for clients experiencing OCD and related anxiety disorders.

I am also trained in SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions), which informs my approach in helping families navigate childhood anxiety disorders and OCD; and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) for trauma-related concerns.

With a background in the fine arts and a decade of experience working in Indigenous communities, I strive to bring creativity, empathy, and cultural awareness to our sessions.

Areas of focus:

● Anxiety, panic, and phobias ● Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) ● Parenting through childhood anxiety and OCD ● Life transitions ● Depression ● Stress management ● Boundary-setting ● Self-esteem issues

Education and training: I hold a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology along with a Master’s Degree in Fine Arts.

● Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD (ExRP for OCD) ● Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) ● Internal Family Systems (IFS) Informed Therapy ● SPACE Parent-Based Training for Childhood Anxiety and OCD ● Exposure Therapy for Anxiety Disorders ● Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Age ranges served: 12 +

Session Types: Individual adults, youth and families. In Person or Virtual.

Email: shannon.cowan@islandclinicalcounselling.ca Phone: 778-762-3750 Pronouns: She/Her Fees: $150.00-165.00 per session Registration: BCACC RCC

Location: Shannon works in Parksville on Wednesdays and Fridays.

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Not reimbursable by benefit plans.

Hello! I am a graduate student pursuing my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. I am honoured to join the Island Clinical Counselling team as a student intern, providing support to individuals in their journey towards wellness.

I believe the therapeutic relationship is the foundation of all counselling work, and I offer a person-centered and trauma-informed approach tailored to each individual that I work with.

I am passionate about providing empathetic support to individuals by meeting you where you are at and navigating the road to wellness together. I am honoured to be part of your healing journey.

Areas of Interest:

Children and families Life transitions Anxiety Self-Esteem Stress Management Grief and Loss

Therapeutic Modalities:

Person-Centered Therapy Strengths-Based Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Solution-Focused Therapy Narrative-Based Approaches Mindfulness-Based Approaches Activity and Play-Based Approaches Nature-Based Approaches Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behaviour Therapy

Education:

Currently completing my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Vancouver Island University

Additional Training:

Counselling Professional Development in Mindfulness Rainbows Canada Grief and Loss Facilitator Certification CBT trauma informed certificate in progress Trauma-Focused CBT training Nature-Based Play Therapy: A Multi-Sensory Experience to Treat Trauma & Promote Resilience in Kids  

I can direct bill to the Autism Funding Unit if I am approved as a service provider for your family. Contact Autism Funding for more information.

Age ranges served: Ages 7+ Session Types: Individual adults, children, and youth. In Person or Virtual.

Email: kaylin.compton@islandclinicalcounselling.ca Phone: 778-762-3750 ext. 136 Fees: $70.00 per session or apply for the Pay What You Can program. (not covered by benefit plans) Professional Affiliation: BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC), student member

Location: I work out of the North Nanaimo location on Monday and Wednesday nights; and Downtown Nanaimo on Saturdays.

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Thank you for taking the first step toward creating a brighter future for yourself! I believe that you are the expert in your own life and healing journey.

Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), phobias, or body-focused repetitive behaviours (BFRB)? Or perhaps you’re simply looking for support as you navigate life’s ups and downs? I’m here to help. Together, we’ll explore your thoughts and behaviours, unpack unhelpful patterns, and work toward developing healthier ways of thinking and living—guiding you toward a stronger, more balanced version of yourself.

My primary therapeutic approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), complemented by elements of Narrative Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Through these approaches, we’ll examine how your thoughts and actions influence your mental well-being.

As a former elementary school teacher with 18 years of experience, as well as a youth soccer and basketball coach, I also bring extensive experience working with children, youth, and their families. I work with adults of all ages as well.

I also have experience working with autistic children and adults. If your family is eligible, I can direct bill to the Autism Funding Unit, and I am an approved practitioner.

Areas of Focus:

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Athletes Anxiety Disorders, Panic Disorders, Phobias Depression and depressive disorders Body Focused Repetitive Behaviours: picking and pulling disorders (BFRBs), such as Dermatillomania and Trichotillomania  Tics and Tourette’s Syndrome Body Dysmorphic Disorder Neurodiversity Support for major life transitions, such as support to post-secondary students Stress Management Support for caregivers of and individuals with diverse abilities

Education and Training: I have completed my Masters in Counselling and a supervised practicum. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC)

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) for anxiety, depression, and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Exposure Response Prevention (ERPs) Habit Reversal Therapy (HRT) Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for OCD Trauma Focused Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (TF-CBT) Informed Comprehensive Behavioural Intervention for Tics and Tourette’s (CBIT) Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT) for OCD specific to Autism and ADHD

Direct Billing: I can direct bill to the Autism Funding Unit if I am approved as a service provider for your family. Contact Autism Funding for more information.  I can bill Game Plan for athletes mental health.  I direct bill to Saje Funding through the BC Government.  If your benefits plan covers Registered Clinical Counsellors then these appointments should be covered.  I currently do not direct bill to private insurance, please submit your receipts to your benefit plans.

Age ranges served: All Session Types: Individual adults, children, and youth.  Families and Couples Counselling.  In Person or Virtual.

Email: bree.stutt@islandclinicalcounselling.ca Phone: 778-762-3750 ext. 105 Text: 778-313-0804 Pronouns: She/Her Fees: $150-165 per session Registration: BCACC RCC 19810

Location: Bree works in our Downtown clinic on Thursdays but will be moving full time to Parksville in January. Bree works out of our Parksville office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

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I am honoured to be part of the skilled and compassionate team at Island Clinical Counselling, providing support for adults, youth, children, couples, and families. I believe in working collaboratively and meeting you where you are, every step of the way. I am committed to using evidence-based therapies, delivered in a person-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally inclusive way.

I aim to provide affirming care that supports 2SLGBTQIA+ and neurodiverse identities. I work with individuals with confirmed or suspected neurodiversity and those navigating later in life discovery.

I specialize in cognitive, behavioural, and mindfulness-based treatments for anxiety-related concerns, mood and emotion regulation, panic, obsessive-compulsive behaviours (OCD), hoarding, phobias, BFRBs, tics, chronic health issues, tinnitus, body image, eating concerns, and trauma. My background is in exposure and response prevention (ERP) and I also offer virtual reality exposure therapy (VRET). If you are curious about how VR therapy might support you or your child in managing fear or anxiety, please book a free consult to explore this option.

I incorporate leading trauma therapies including cognitive processing therapy, trauma-focused CBT, and EMDR, which uses visual, auditory, or tactile dual attention stimulation to support trauma processing.

I have a special interest in supporting individuals and couples through fertility challenges, pregnancy, postpartum mental health, and parenthood. My graduate research focused on the impact of fertility-related stress on individuals and couples.

I work with both monogamous and consensual non-monogamous relationships, using emotion focused therapy (EFT) and the Gottman Method to support communication and connection.

Areas of Focus:

Anxiety, Panic, Phobias Obsessive-Compulsive Behaviours (OCD) Depression and Mood Concerns PTSD and Trauma Processing Attention-Deficit/hyperactivity (ADH) and Autism Support (Confirmed and Unconfirmed), Late Discovery Tics and Tourette’s Misophonia Body Focused Repetitive Behaviours (picking, pulling, nail biting) Fertility Challenges, Secondary Infertility Pregnancy and Postpartum Mental Health Parenting Support, Parent-Child Relationships Body Image, Eating Concerns, Self-esteem, Health-At-Every-Size (HAES) Chronic Health Issues, Chronic Pain Tinnitus Sleep Issues, Insomnia Relationship Counselling Family Relationships Narcissistic Trauma Identity and Career Exploration Child and Youth Counselling

Education and Training:

Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology, Athabasca University Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Thompson Rivers University CBT-Insomnia Inference based CBT (I-CBT) for OCD with neurodivergence San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT) Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Tics and Tourette’s (CBIT) Habit Reversal Therapy for Body Focused Repetitive Behaviours (BFRBs) EMDR (EMDRIA Approved basic training) Narcissistic Abuse Trauma Care for Survivors Virtual Reality for Anxiety and Phobia Treatment (VRET) Parent-child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) for Couples and Families The Gottman Method for Couples, Level 1 & 2 Managing chronic pain

I can direct bill to the Autism Funding Unit if I am approved as a service provider for your family.  Contact Autism Funding for more information. If your plan allows it, I can direct bill to some insurance plans, including Veteran’s Affairs and Greenshield.

Age ranges served: All children, youth and adults Session Types: Couples, individual adults, individual children and youth, families, in person sessions or virtual.

Email: sondra.petrus@islandclinicalcounselling.ca Phone: 778-762-3750 ext. 121 Text: 778-410-5510 Pronouns: She/Her Fees: 150-175 dollars.   CCPA CCC 11248969 BCACC RCC 21942

Location: I work out of the downtown Nanaimo office on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays.  I am in North Nanaimo on Wednesdays.  I work in Parksville Tuesdays.

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