Behavioral therapists in Parksville, British Columbia BC, Canada CA
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Behavioral
The Art Of Healing
Marriage and Family Therapist, RTC, CT
What makes my therapy practice unique is the way I blend clinical skill with real-life understanding. I don’t just offer techniques—I create a space where you feel genuinely seen, understood, and safe to be yourself. My approach is mindful, trauma-informed, and grounded in emotional awareness and nervous system regulation, helping you not only process what you’ve been through, but also build the tools to move forward with clarity and confidence. As someone who deeply values growth, resilience, and self-connection, I walk alongside my clients in a way that feels supportive, empowering, and real.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or simply ready for something to shift—even if you can’t fully explain what that is—this is your sign to reach out. You don’t have to wait until things get worse to invest in yourself. Therapy can be the space where you slow down, reconnect, and start creating a life that feels more aligned, peaceful, and intentional.
6 Years Experience
Online in Parksville, BC British Columbia
Behavioral
Manisha Grewal
Counsellor/Therapist, BA (Hons), MA, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Do you tend to replay past events in your mind over and over, and spiral into worries about the future? Do you struggle with boundaries, people-pleasing, or relationships, causing you to "overgive" to others while abandoning your own needs? Many people describe feeling like they’re moving through life on autopilot — weighed down by overthinking, low mood, or the pressure to keep everyone else happy. You might notice people-pleasing tendencies, difficulty maintaining boundaries, or a pattern of overgiving that leaves you drained, ungrounded, and disconnected from yourself. Here, you’ll find a warm, calm space where your feelings are validated and your voice genuinely matters. Together, we’ll engage in meaningful, deep processing work, explore what's fuelling your distress, and gently uncover the deeper experiences and patterns shaping your emotional world. Alongside this, we’ll build practical tools to regulate your nervous system and ease your symptoms in the present, helping you reconnect with a more empowered, resilient, and self-aware version of yourself. I bring the richness of three cultures, four languages, and the lived experience of being both a first- and third-generation immigrant. My background in the medical field also allows me to integrate physiological and psychological insight. These parts of who I am allow me to deeply empathize with the immigrant journey across generations, as well as the ways culture, family expectations, and identity can shape mental health. No matter your background or story, I aim to meet you with genuine understanding, respect, and compassion. I am a proud ally to LGBTQIA2S+ and BIPOC communities and offer inclusive, compassionate care for all backgrounds and lived experiences. If what I’ve shared resonates, we may be a good fit. If you're curious about working together, let's start with a free, no-pressure 30-min video consultation, where we can connect and chat in a calm, relaxed space.
✨ Evening and weekend appointments available
✨ Free 30-minute consultation to get started
2 Years Experience
Online in Parksville, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
Behavioral
Halyna Polityka
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEd
If you are new to therapy or never really found the right match, you may benefit from a more structured & directive clinician. Tell me what you need from our time and I will be responsible for guiding us there and keeping us on track. Therapy is not meant to stay in session - let's bring the work to life!
10 Years Experience
Online in Parksville, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
Behavioral
Adria Lipsett
Counsellor/Therapist, MA, Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC)
Free 20 minute virtual consultations. Book online 24/7. I will empower you to discover your inner strength & cultivate healing through a unique blend of nature-inspired techniques & creative expression.
11 Years Experience
Online in Parksville, BC British Columbia
Behavioral
Simone Merkl Marriage Counselling
Counsellor/Therapist, RTC
My mission is to inspire deeper appreciation, emotional connection, intimacy, and attraction in your relationship.
As a Relationship Attraction Specialist and couples counsellor, I help couples understand the deeper patterns that influence love, connection, and desire. Many couples still care deeply for each other but find themselves stuck in cycles of conflict, distance, misunderstanding, or emotional disconnection.
It is incredibly rewarding to witness couples heal old wounds, strengthen their attachment, and rediscover the partnership they once shared. I love seeing couples move from treating each other as adversaries to becoming collaborators who support, understand, and choose each other.
I believe meaningful change happens in a safe, empathetic, and authentic counselling environment. My approach combines evidence-based couples therapy with warmth, compassion, and even humour when appropriate, creating a space where couples can feel comfortable being honest, vulnerable, and real.
I help couples navigate challenges involving communication, emotional safety, trust, intimacy, attraction, and relationship patterns that may have developed over time. Together, we can create a pathway toward greater understanding, connection, and a relationship that feels alive again.
Is Fear Stealing Your Happily Ever After?
Over time, every couple faces a choice:
Fear or Faith.
Fear can create:
• Distance
• Protection
• Blame
• Control
• Resentment
Faith can create:
• Courage
• Vulnerability
• Responsibility
• Compassion
• Connection
Fear + Distance = Loss of Attraction
Faith + Connection = Restored Attraction
Discover where fear, ego, and old patterns may be blocking connection — and how emotional safety, surrender, and faith can help restore balance, intimacy, and desire.
Take your free Relationship Archetype Quiz:
https://www.mmarriage.ca/archetypes
I invite you to explore my website and learn more about how counselling can support your relationship. I appreciate hearing from you and offer a free 20-minute consultation to help you decide if we are the right fit.
6 Years Experience
Online in Parksville, BC British Columbia
Behavioral Therapy therapists in Parksville, British Columbia, Canada Statistics
Behavioral Therapy therapists in Parksville, British Columbia, Canada average 14 years of experience and charge around $165 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (95%), Self Esteem (80%), and Depression (78%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$165
Accept insurance
75%
Offer sliding scale
68%
Gender ID
| 71% |
Female |
|
| 29% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 55% |
In Person and Online |
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| 45% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 95% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 80% | Self Esteem |
| 78% | Depression |
| 70% | Loss or Grief |
| 70% | Stress |
| 63% | Social Anxiety |
| 60% | Trauma and PTSD |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 65% | Senior |
| 55% | Teen |
| 55% | Young Adult |
| 15% | Children |
Client Focus
| 60% | Women |
| 55% | Men |
| 43% | LGBTQ+ |
| 35% | Christian |
| 33% | Asian |