Family Therapist
Allius Services, MA, RCC-ACS, BCRPT-S
Registered Clinical Counsellor, Registered Play Therapist, Child & Family Therapist
420, 256 Wallace Street, Nanaimo, British Columbia V9R 5B3 | 250-753-0363
I can offer a safe atmosphere to talk freely about family concerns and how each family member is being impacted. Whether people are dealing with blended family challenges, a family crisis, life changes or simply wanting to strengthen communication and family bonds, I have proven strategies to help. By focusing on changing patterns in the relationship and by seeking to understand each other and ourselves better, families can be empowered to function successfully and come together in times of difficulty.
Family Therapist
Philip Starkman, MSW, RSW
Registered Psychotherapist
Available for Online Therapy
Imagine a family as a tree with branches, roots, trunk representing parts of the immediate and extended family. When working with families, all elements are considered. Usually there is a request for family therapy due to one of it's members in crisis, often a child. However, when an analysis of need is done it becomes apparent that more than one member of the family needs help in adjusting, growing and learning new behaviours. Clients contact me for a variety of reasons: to improve communications, solve family problems, support in special situations such as death, divorce, marriage, illness, child or adolescent issues.
Family Therapist
Patti Langlais, MA, RCC
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Available for Online Therapy
Today family can mean different things to different people. Each family structure is challenged with their own set of difficulties and problems. Whether you are a blended family, single parent family due to divorce or loss, adoptive family, same sex parents, or traditional, we recognize family dynamics can be complicated. Together we will work to develop strong communication skills between each family member, while nurturing and solidifying the family unit. We will work to overcome conflict, heal the wounds of the past, build parenting skills and create a safe environment where all family members can be heard.
Family Therapist
OP Counselling Services, MA, RCC
Registered Clinical Counsellor, Clinical Director
Available for Online Therapy
Like all relationships our relationships with our family members may require outside help to evolve alongside our own personal development. Our Adlerian understanding of families allow us to appreciate the experiences within a family system, like birth order and dynamics amongst various family members to better understand the work involved in improving the quality of those relationships. We strive to help clients feel warmly accepted and welcomed within their own families.
Family Therapist
Empowerment Counselling, BSW, MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker
Available for Online Therapy
Family counseling focuses on improving dynamics and fostering harmony within the entire family unit. My approach emphasizes understanding each family member’s unique perspective while addressing patterns that may cause conflict or disconnect. Together, we work to enhance communication, resolve misunderstandings, and strengthen relationships by building mutual respect and collaboration. Clients benefit from a deeper understanding of one another, improved problem-solving skills, and a more supportive, connected family environment where everyone can thrive.
Family Therapist
Tricia Toth, BSW, MSW, RSW, RCC
Professional Masters Level Registed Social Worker and Registered Clinical Counselor
Nanaimo, BC, British Columbia V9T 6L8 | 250-755-6331
Each family is as unique, as are all relationships. Today, families are not only made up of the traditional two parent same sex couple; but are blended, same sex, single parented, having children raised by grandparents and extended family and friends-more than ever in our history. There are times when all types of families experience difficulties that we can not resolve on our own. As your counsellor, I can provide you with a neutral perspective and provide suggestions and strategies to cope. I can provide a safe environment and provide mediation. All parties will be given an opportunity to express themselves openly, with the benefit of finding a resolution, clarity and peace.
Family Therapist
Kathryn Atkinson, MA, RCC-ACS
Registered Clinical Counsellor
41 Chapel St, Nanaimo, British Columbia V9R 5H3 | 778-762-3750
Family counselling can be useful when miscommunication, disagreements, and family conflict is occurring. It is also useful as a preventative strategy in times of transition. Families come in all shapes and sizes; families change and expand as we age. If you are looking for family counselling in Nanaimo or a virtual approach, Island Clinical Counselling can help. Our family systems approach allow for families of all shapes and sizes to get the support they need in a timely manner. In our work with you we will help encourage families to practice empathy, give listening cues to one another, paraphrase or clarify meaning, avoid interruptions, and be mindful of each others body language.
Family Therapist
Deborah Nelson, Master Practitioner
Registered Professional Counsellor, Master Practitioner of Clinical Counselling
Unit 11 1588 Boundary Crescent, Nanaimo, British Columbia V9S 5L5 | 604 377-7301
Families operate within a system with the confines of individual expectations. When expectations are challenged or not met, family member resort to what makes the individual feel safe and comfortable whether it is placating, withdrawing, over accommodating, or demanding. Families operate as a system and each action creates either a positive or negative reactions. Each family member operates as part of the greater system and learning how to communicate effectively, listen actively, and clarify what is heard, will help overcome the misinterpretations that cause hurt feelings, withdrawing and anger.
Family Therapist
Marie-Jose Dhaese, PhD, RCC, ATR, RPT-S, CPT-S
Registered Clinical Counselor, Child Psychotherapist
846 San Malo Crescent, Parksville, British Columbia V9P 1S5 | 250-248-1290
With over 30 years of counselling experience, I have developed Holistic Expressive Therapy which addresses the the unique physical, emotional, cognitive and spiritual needs of each family member in therapy. My choice and the way I use each expressive therapy always involves starting from where each person is at and is informed by your primary needs. The Centre For Expressive Therapy provides a nurturing, healing environment where we can build on the inner strengths and resources and then engage in a deeper exploration of the issues. Your resiliency is awakened, healing will take place, and growth will resume.
Family Therapist
Morven Eakin, B.Ed, M.Ed, RPC-C
Registered Professional Counsellor (C)
Available for Online Therapy
My approach is centered on fostering open communication, understanding, and cohesion among family members. Recognizing the unique dynamics within familial relationships, I tailor interventions to address the complexities of diverse family structures. By emphasizing effective communication strategies, conflict resolution, and the cultivation of a supportive family environment, my goal is to strengthen the bonds that connect each family member. Through a collaborative process, clients benefit from developing practical tools to navigate challenges, build resilience, and foster a harmonious family life.
Family Therapist
John Taylor, MA, RCC, CCC
Registered Clinical Counsellor, Registered Psychotherapist
2B-6135 Metral Drive, Nanaimo, British Columbia V9T 2L7 | 250-618-0216
Using effective tools, I can help your family communicate, regulate, and thrive. Family therapy can involve individual meetings and joint meetings to create positive momentum. I have expertise in family therapy of all ages, including step-children, adult relationships (with parents and siblings), and extended family, and relationships where in family owned businesses.
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Thank you for visiting our British Columbia search of licensed family therapists in Nanaimo. Discord due from strife, marital problems, sibling rivalry, family of origin issues and blended families (just to name a few) can strain and hurt loving relationships. Counselling with honesty and depth will get to the heart of the issues and work towards healing. Find resolution for your family in Nanaimo right now, please contact a specialist above, you can email 24/7.
Nanaimo is located in British Columbia, Canada. It has a land area of 90.76 square kilometers.  The population of Nanaimo is 99,863 people with 39,165 households . The population ranking for Nanaimo is #62 nationally and #11 for the province of British Columbia with a density of 997.20 people per sq km. Nanaimo therapists serve postal code: V9R.