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our Counsellors in Victoria, BC

Meet Our Team

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    SCARLET JAXEN, MSW, RSW

    Registered Social Worker & Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician

    (Online & In Office)

    Individual Counselling: $160

    Through my own journey of overcoming adversity, I’ve learned that healing is both a personal and collective process. True transformation happens when we trust our intuition, honour our stories, and allow ourselves to be seen and supported. I am here to walk alongside you as you rediscover your strength, reclaim your voice, and create a life that feels genuinely yours.

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    ADRIA LIPSETT, MA, RCC

    Registered Clinical Counsellor

    (Online & In Office) At both our Victoria & Cobble Hill, BC locations.

    Individual Counselling: $150

    I will empower you to discover your inner strength & cultivate healing through a unique blend of nature-inspired techniques & creative expression.

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    Michelle Montreuil, MA, CCC

    Canadian Certified Counsellor & EMDR Therapist

    Online Only.

    Individual Counselling: $150

    I blend clinical expertise with compassionate, holistic approaches to create a safe & empowering space where your healing journey honours your story, your strengths & your capacity to reconnect, with yourself, others & life.

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    Cleia Sangster, PhD

    Practicum Student Counsellor

    (Online & In Office)

    Individual Counselling: FREE 1st session & then $35 per session.

    The stories we tell ourselves about who we are often are not our own. We build our sense of self through our experiences with significant people over the course of our lives. Sometimes, though, we get to a point in the life where the way we are living no longer aligns with the person we want to be, and that can be painful.

  • Claire Skillen EMDR Counsellor Victoria BC & Online

    Claire Skillen, MBA, MACP, B.Sc. CHR, PROSCI

    Registered Clinical Counsellor & EMDR Therapist

    (Online & In Office)

    Individual Counselling & EMDR Therapy: $170 per session

    I take a holistic, human-centered, collaborative approach to create safer, empowering, & reflective spaces that support you on your healing journey & self-discovery/rediscovery. I look forward to witnessing your story & joining you as a co-pilot.

  • Margot Phillips counsellor in Victoria BC & Cowichan Valley BC

    Margot Phillips, MA (in progress)

    Practicum Student Counsellor

    (Online & In Office) At both our Victoria & Cobble Hill, BC location.

    Individual Counselling: Free 1st session & then $35 per session.

    My role as your counsellor is to truly honour your unique story, values, & self-identity. I believe you are the expert of your own life, & I’m here to walk alongside you—supporting & collaborating at a pace that feels right for you. Together, we’ll gently explore patterns & narratives that may no longer serve you, & discover new ways to rewrite your story in alignment with your most authentic self.

  • Gwendolyn Gentle Couples Counsellor

    Gwendolyn Gentle, MSW (In progress)

    Practicum Student Counsellor

    Online Only

    Individual Counselling: Free 1st session & then $35 per session.

    Couples Counselling: Free 1st session & then $70 per session.

    I will walk alongside you with presence, curiosity, & care, holding space for all of the parts of you that long to be seen & heard. Together, we will explore your story, gently release what no longer serves you & nurture healing relationships with yourself & the world around you.

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    Sally Stuike [SHE.HER], MA, RCC

    Registered Clinical Counsellor

    (Online & In Office)

    Individual Counselling: $150

    Couples & Family Counselling: $185

    I will work with you in a gentle & compassionate way to identify actions, reactions, & behaviours that may have once served you, but are now impacting your life in unhelpful ways. We will explore your unique experiences & find ways to help you feel complete, at peace, & strong. I will support you to explore your power & potential, as well as to find a sense of calm in your world & relationships.

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    Nissa Wallace, MA

    Counsellor (registration in progress)

    (Online Only)

    Individual Counselling: $100

    My approach is grounded in warmth, curiosity & deep respect for your unique story. I offer a safe, affirming space, especially for LGBTQIA+ individuals & those exploring identity & belonging, where you can share what matters most to you, without judgment. Together, we’ll uncover the deeper patterns shaping your experiences, honour every part of who you are, & move at your own pace toward greater understanding, connection & self-acceptance.”

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    YVONNE PAQUETTE, MSW, RSW

    Registered Social Worker

    (In office & Online)

    Individual Counselling: $150 (CVAP, FNHA & ICBC coverage available)

    With a commitment to non-judgement & the messiness of learning & healing, I will support you to discover & work with your truths, blocks, strengths, needs & desires to create a more fulfilled life.

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    MISCHA GREIG [SHE.HER], MA, RCC

    Registered Clinical Counsellor

    (Online & In Office)

    Individual Counselling: $140

    I will partner with you to facilitate a deeper understanding of yourself, recognizing that you are the expert of your own life. Through a collaborative & experiential approach, I aim to help you deconstruct limiting narratives & embrace your inherent strengths. Committed to addressing the impacts of oppression & critically examining their representation in conventional psychology, I will create a space that promotes self-determination & empowers you to rewrite your story on your own terms.

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    AJA EGGLESTONE, MA, CCC

    Canadian Certified Counsellor

    (Online Only)

    Individual Counselling/Psychedelic Integration: $160

    I will support you to heal your mind, body & soul through toward self-discovery & personal transformation. My work is guided by the belief that you can transform your life from the inside out by bringing conscious awareness to unconscious aspects of yourself.

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    CARLA MAE LEUSCHEN, MPA, MSW

    Registered Social Worker & Clinical Supervisor

    (Online & In Office)

    Individual Counselling / Psychedelic Consultation: $210 per 1 hour

    I will work with you to push the boundaries of “normal” & connect with your inner strength & resilience so that you can live the fulfilled life that you deserve.

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    KENDRA ANSELMO, MSW, RSW

    Registered Social Worker

    (Online & In Office)

    Individual Counselling: $150

    Believing in the inherent wisdom within each individual, I aim to cultivate a safe & non-judgmental environment where you can delve into your inner self, discover your strengths, & navigate your unique life journey. I honour the mind-body-spirit connection & will take a holistic approach to help you achieve balance & harmony in your life.

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    Penny Smith, MA (IN PROGRESS)

    Practicum Student Counsellor

    (Online & In Office)

    Individual Counselling: FREE 1st session & then $35 per session.

    You deserve a space where you feel truly seen & supported. My approach is rooted in empathy & curiosity, helping you reconnect with your values & strengths at your own pace. Whether you’re facing trauma, life changes, or seeking meaning, I offer a warm, non-judgmental presence & walk alongside you as you discover small shifts that lead to lasting transformation.

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    BROOKE FRY, MSW

    Provisional Social Work Counsellor

    (Online & In Office)

    Individual Counselling: $100

    Couples & Family Counselling: $125

    I will support you to reconnect with your inner wisdom, embrace your emotions as meaningful guides & rediscover a fuller sense of self where all parts of you are welcomed, validated & deeply seen.

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    Ruby

    Session Assistant

    I will support your healing with non-judgemental, calm & gentle curiosity.