Relationship and Marriage Counselling in Colwood, BC
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Relationships
Lincoln Stoller
Counsellor/Therapist, PhD, CHt, CCPCP
I have had many relationships well beyond the traditional kinds. I have worked with groups and individuals as a physicist, management consultant, mountaineer, pilot, project manager, CEO, student, teacher, counselor, and therapist. In addition, I've put much effort into being a parent, lover, partner, and, most importantly, as a child of a somewhat dysfunctional but "intact" family. It is a misnomer to focus on "relationship and marriage" as a unique situation. All relationships hang on the same dynamics of honesty, transparency, integrity, and commitment. All of these exist on a spectrum, and they are most tested and demand the most in our most important relationships.
If you are weak in these skills in any relationships, then you are going to be weak in them in your most important relationships. In my experiences with couples and clients navigating relationships, personal integrity is always the key. It is up to you to decide where you draw the line in terms of commitment and disclosure, but do not expect great results in any relationship unless you hold yourself to the highest standards. Do not expect reciprocation even when you deserve it. In some sense, a good relationship is something you must define for yourself.
The fundamental problem in most relationships is that you accept a low standard. You may have never had a role model who lived to a high standard, and you may not know how to achieve a high standard. I can help you become a better person but beware: there are reasons behind who you are and what you've become. You'll have to address these reasons before you can move beyond them. That is why relationship work is difficult. Ultimately, the ball is in your court. Are you ready to raise the bar?
21 Years Experience
In-Person Near Colwood, BC
Online in Colwood, BC
Relationships
Our Landing Place
Therapist, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP, RCT
We support relationships of all structures and identities, helping you navigate communication, conflict, intimacy, and repair in ways that prioritize consent, equity, and connection.
16 Years Experience
Online in Colwood, BC (Online Only)
Relationships
Suzanne Nievaart
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
I support couples navigating communication and other concerns, especially neurodivergent couples.
1 Years Experience
Online in Colwood, BC (Online Only)
Relationships
Candice Seligman
Counsellor/Therapist, MACP, DVATI, CCC
Relationship challenges can show up as communication breakdowns, recurring conflict, emotional disconnection, intimacy concerns, trust issues, or feeling unseen and unheard by your partner. You may find yourselves repeating the same arguments, struggling to express your needs, navigating differences, or feeling distant despite wanting to reconnect.
My approach to couples counselling is trauma-informed and attachment-focused, drawing on Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), somatic therapy, and mindfulness-based approaches. Together, we explore the patterns underlying your conflict, build emotional understanding, and develop healthier ways to communicate and navigate challenges. The goal is to foster greater clarity, emotional safety, rebuild connection, and help you feel more secure and understood in your relationship.
6 Years Experience
Online in Colwood, BC (Online Only)
Relationships
Keegan Baulkham
Licensed Professional Counsellor, MACP, RCC
Trained in The Gottman Method, we can explore what a healthy relationship looks like and how to practice behaviours, communication, and expectations for long-lasting relationships.
14 Years Experience
Online in Colwood, BC (Online Only)
Relationships
Theodosia Daflos
Counsellor/Therapist, MA
In relationships, it's common for people to have different ways of communicating. Sometimes these differences can be fun and exciting. Other times, as relationships progress, these communication differences can cause misunderstandings and lead to tensions and conflict. You may also find that communication strategies that were once helpful can start to be ineffective and cause problems.
Using Dialectical Behavioural Therapy for couples, we will work on identifying times of conflict, identifying how and where the miscommunications occurred and conflict increased, and develop skills for both partners to be able to more effectively communicate with each other.
15 Years Experience
Online in Colwood, BC (Online Only)
Relationships
Mark Watts
Counsellor/Therapist, BA (Psych), Master Therapeutic Counsellor, Registered Counselling Hypnotherapist
I offer emotionally focused therapy locally and via video to repair the damage and help you move forward.
17 Years Experience
In-Person Near Colwood, BC
Online in Colwood, BC
Relationships
Victoria Counselling Centre
Counsellor/Therapist, MA, RCC
Relationships can be deeply rewarding, but they can also be incredibly challenging. Even the strongest couples go through periods of disconnection, conflict, or uncertainty. Whether you’re feeling stuck in recurring arguments, recovering from a breach of trust, or simply feeling emotionally distant from your partner, help is available. We offer compassionate, practical couples counselling designed to help you reconnect and move forward, together.
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near Colwood, BC
Online in Colwood, BC
Relationships
Michelle Iulianella Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor/Therapist, BEd, MBA, MA, RCC
The experience of emotional intimacy is one of deep trust, connectedness and satisfaction. It is about talking to your partner about what is going on under the surface for you at any given moment. It is about immediacy and transparency. It is about emotionally turning towards your partner instead of away when things feel hard and overwhelming. It is the ability to share your inner world with your partner in a way that leaves you feeling truly seen and heard. Emotional intimacy is achieved through learning, and practicing with intention, a variety of strategies that allow you to experience new ways of thinking about, and existing within, your relationship. The effort required to cultivate these habits is well worth it. Couples experience deeper connection, dramatically enriched physical and sexual intimacy and greater emotional fulfillment. What could be better than that? The reality is that many couples don’t know where to start. Michelle loves working with couples to begin the journey towards emotional intimacy, and enjoys helping them nurture it over time.
Michelle specializes in helping couples become great communicators. She is passionate about helping her clients learn and implement the building blocks of effective, healthy communication. These include strategies for mindful listening, engaging with respect, achieving clarity, and finding the courage to be open. Mindful listening is all about the giving of one’s full attention and being utterly present in the moment. Engaging with respect involves maintaining full responsibility for one’s own thoughts, feelings and behavioural responses. This allows people to stay out of blame and past hurts. Tools for achieving clarity in communication include being specific about what you are saying and being honest with yourself and your partner about your objectives. The courage to be open requires embracing the habits of transparency, immediacy, turning towards one’s partner, and of course, healthy boundaries. Does this all sound a bit daunting? Yes, it does! Can you achieve this? Absolutely. Let Michelle show you how.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near Colwood, BC
Online in Colwood, BC
Relationships
Strength in Heart Counselling
Treatment Center, RSW, RCC, CCC
Relationships require ongoing care and communication. We help couples address conflicts, deepen intimacy, and build lasting partnerships. Our sessions are collaborative, respectful, and tailored to your unique relationship.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Colwood, BC
Online in Colwood, BC
Relationship and Marriage Counseling therapists in Colwood, BC Statistics
Relationship and Marriage Counseling therapists in Colwood, BC average 12 years of experience and charge around $161 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (61%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (55%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (53%).
Average years in practice
12 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$161
Accept insurance
65%
Offer sliding scale
55%
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
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| 31% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 1% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 64% |
In Person and Online |
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| 36% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 61% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 55% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 53% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 49% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 45% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 43% | Gottman Method Couples Therapy |
| 43% | Narrative Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 72% | Young Adult |
| 66% | Senior |
| 57% | Teen |
| 20% | Children |
Client Focus
| 65% | Women |
| 59% | Men |
| 47% | LGBTQ+ |
| 38% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 34% | Christian |