Highly Sensitive Person therapists in Comox Valley, BC
Browse Highly Sensitive Person therapists in Comox Valley, British Columbia, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
HSP
Tina Presta
Counsellor/Therapist, CPCA MPCC- Provisional, CCPCPR.Cand
Being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) means your nervous system is finely tuned to the world around you—which can feel both like a gift and a source of constant, physical exhaustion. You process information deeply, feel emotions intensely, and are hyper-aware of environmental stimuli, subtle shifts in rooms, and other people's energy. In a fast-paced world, this often leaves you stuck in chronic overwhelm, fighting off high anxiety, and turning to perfectionism or people-pleasing just to feel safe and manage the sensory overload.I provide specialized, neurodivergent-friendly counselling support for Highly Sensitive Persons looking to thrive rather than just survive. Because an HSP's mind and body are so deeply connected, traditional talk therapy can sometimes feel like it only scratches the surface. We utilize Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to untangle the self-doubt, loud inner critics, and boundary challenges that HSPs often face. Crucially, we integrate somatic practices, tailored breathing exercises, and targeted visual exercises. By pairing these with neuro-experiential tools like Brainspotting, we can look beneath the surface to safely access, process, and release the accumulated physical weight of overstimulation and hidden emotional blocks right where they are held in your nervous system.You do not have to apologize for feeling deeply or hide your sensitivity behind a mask of high-achievement. Together, we will help you slow down, honor your unique traits, and build practical, everyday tools so you can move out of burnout and step into an aligned, intentional way of living. Along with individual therapy, I offer supportive group therapy spaces where you can connect with others who truly understand the experience of navigating the world with a deeply feeling heart and mind.
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near Comox Valley, BC
Online in Comox Valley, BC
HSP
Pegah Behbehani
Counsellor/Therapist, Registered Clinical Counsellor
My counselling style is influenced by trauma-informed therapy, strength-based therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), AEDP, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Bowen Family Systems, Narrative Therapy, and EMDR, Hakomi therapy, IFS therapy.
7 Years Experience
Online in Comox Valley, BC
HSP
The Art of Rest
Life Coach, M.S. Psychology
The Art of Rest is constructed with the neural pathways of attention and focus in mind. We are highly successful with folks who identify as Highly Sensitive Persons because we tailor the unique nervous system capacity to the individual rather than a one-size-fits-all model. During our time together, HSP's tend to find they have a more robust capacity to enjoy the peaks and valleys of a full life.
6 Years Experience
Online in Comox Valley, BC
HSP
Strength in Heart Counselling
Treatment Center, RSW, RCC, CCC
Highly sensitive individuals often feel overwhelmed by emotions or sensory input. We offer guidance on managing sensitivity and honoring it as a strength. Sessions focus on self-care, boundaries, and thriving in a sometimes overwhelming world.
8 Years Experience
Online in Comox Valley, BC
HSP
Daniel Keith McMath
Counsellor/Therapist, | Coach | PCC, MPCC
Being highly sensitive isn't a flaw. It's often the experience of noticing more, feeling more, and carrying more than the people around you realize. Many highly sensitive people spend years believing they need to become less sensitive, when what they truly need is a better understanding of themselves. Together we'll help you work with your sensitivity rather than against it, building boundaries, confidence, and a way of living that honors how you're naturally wired.
23 Years Experience
Online in Comox Valley, BC
Highly Sensitive Person therapists in Comox Valley, BC Statistics
Highly Sensitive Person therapists in Comox Valley, BC average 9 years of experience and charge around $166 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Internal Family Systems (IFS) (63%), Somatic Therapy (57%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (51%).
Average years in practice
9 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$166
Accept insurance
75%
Offer sliding scale
57%
Gender ID
| 68% |
Female |
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| 22% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 53% |
In Person and Online |
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| 47% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 63% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 57% | Somatic Therapy |
| 51% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 47% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 45% | Relational Psychotherapy |
| 43% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 37% | Narrative Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 78% | Young Adult |
| 55% | Senior |
| 41% | Teen |
| 14% | Children |
Client Focus
| 73% | Women |
| 53% | Men |
| 51% | LGBTQ+ |
| 37% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 35% | Buddhist |