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Counselling in Victoria BC, Cobble hill BC & ONline
Meet Our Master's Level Intern Counsellors: Compassionate Support - No matter what your budget is!
At Strength in Heart Counselling in Victoria, BC, the Cowichan Valley, BC and online across Canada, we believe that everyone deserves access to quality mental health support, no matter what their financial situation is.
Join Our Free Summer Workshop Series in Victoria, BC! LIstening to Nature: Stories of Connection
Strength in Heart Counselling in Victoria BC invites you to join a transformative community free workshop series: “Listening to Nature, Stories of Connection.”
Join Our Free Summer Workshop Series in Duncan, BC! Unlock Your Voice
Join Us at our Free workshop series in Duncan, BC! Are you looking for a unique way to connect with your community, explore your personal journey and discover the power of your own story? Strength in Heart Counselling in the Cowichan Valley, BC invites you to a transformative community workshop series: "Stories We Carry, Stories We Share: Expressive Arts, Personal Narrative, and Community Care."
The Effects of Social Media on Self-Esteem
Social media has become deeply woven into everyday life. It helps people stay connected, share experiences, learn new things, and build community.
Does Virtual EMDR Actually Work? What the Research Says
Wondering if online EMDR therapy is effective? We break down the peer-reviewed research - and what virtual EMDR sessions look like at Strength in Heart Counselling.
Free Counselling in BC & Ontario: Meet Our Master's Level Intern Counsellors (in office & virtual)
Free and Affordable Counselling in BC and Ontario - Meet Our Master's Level Intern Counsellors
Curious About EMDR Therapy? Start Here
If you’ve been looking into therapy options, you may have come across EMDR and wondered how it actually works.
Meet Ashley Bishop: Registered Nurse & Counsellor in Cobble Hill BC & Online Across BC
Strength in Heart Counselling welcomes Ashley Bishop - a Registered Nurse turned student counsellor offering affordable therapy in Cobble Hill & virtually across BC. Specializing in postpartum depression, anxiety, and trauma. Sessions from $35 & your 1st session is free.
We’re hiring! Part-Time Administrative Assistant / Intake Coordinator (Mental Health)
We’re hiring! Part-Time Administrative Assistant / Intake Coordinator (Mental Health)
Meet Yvonne Paquette, RSW: Trauma-Informed Counselling in Victoria, BC & Online Across Canada
If you’re looking for a counsellor who brings both clinical depth and real-world understanding to the therapy room, Yvonne Paquette, RSW offers a compassionate, non-judgmental space for healing, self-discovery, and lasting change.
Feeling Anxious More Often Than Not? 5 Signs Therapy Could Help
Most people experience anxiety at some point. It’s a normal part of being human. Feeling nervous before a big presentation, worrying about a difficult conversation, or feeling stressed during busy periods of life are all very common.
When Old Patterns Affect New Relationships
Many people come to therapy feeling confused or frustrated by their relationships. They might notice the same issues showing up again and again, or feel surprised by how intense their reactions are in certain situations.
Affordable Couples therapy in BC & Ontario (3 Rate Tiers + Free First Session w/Gwendolyn Gentle)
If you’re considering couples counselling, you might be carrying two big questions at once: Can this actually help us? and Can we afford it? At Strength in Heart Counselling, we believe support should feel accessible, respectful, and realistic, so you can focus on your relationship, not financial stress.
From Spiraling to Steady: DBT Therapy in Victoria + Online Across Canada
Learn how Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) therapy helps with emotional overwhelm, anxiety, trauma responses, and relationship challenges. DBT-informed counselling in Victoria, BC and online across Canada. Book a free 20-minute consult.
Hidden Relationship Red Flags
When people think of relationship “red flags,” they often imagine obvious warning signs, yelling, betrayal, or outright cruelty.
A Therapist Who’s Also an Author: What Claire’s Writing on Leadership Reveals About Resilience & Recovery
At Strength in Heart Counselling, we’re excited to welcome Claire Skillen (MBA, MACP, B.Sc., CHR, PROSCI), Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), a therapist whose background is uniquely positioned to support people navigating both personal healing & high-responsibility lives.
Social Anxiety Is Rising. Here’s How to Take Back Control
Over the last decade, and especially in recent years, there has been a noticeable rise in people seeking help for social anxiety.